Delgado Named Outstanding Student by Western New England College Alumni Association

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SPRINGFIELD, MA (11/03/2009)(readMedia)-- Michelle Delgado of Shelton was recently honored as a recipient of the Skookum Award, an honor presented by Western New England College's Alumni Association. The Skookum is awarded to students who have demonstrated a commitment to excellence in all their endeavors: academics, co-curricular activities, sports, and community service. "Skookum" is the Native American Chinook Indian word meaning "excellence." Delgado was one of 15 outstanding senior students to receive the award during the College's Homecoming Weekend.

A History major, Delgado is president of the community service club C.A.R.E. (Community Action Rewards Everyone) on campus, helping organize a wide variety of volunteer programs. She currently oversees a mentoring program for sixth grade students at Duggan Middle School, pairing Western New England College students with Duggan students to assist them with homework. She also participated in the College's Alternative Spring Break program, traveling to Chicago to work with the underprivileged youth. Delgado also serves as a Peer Advisor on campus and is active in United and Mutually Equal, a club which celebrates and promotes diversity on campus.