Michael Jones Honored at Western New England College

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(L-R) Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students Jeanne Steffes, Michael Jones, and College President Anthony S. Caprio

SPRINGFIELD, MA (06/21/2011)(readMedia)-- Michael C. Jones of Stone Ridge, NY, received the Male Scholar Athlete of the Year Award during Baccalaureate ceremonies at Western New England College. The award is given to a graduating senior who exemplifies outstanding citizenship and character, excellence in athletics, and excellence in academics.

A captain of the men's tennis team, Jones graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. He is a member of the Chi Alpha Sigma honor society and was included in Who's Who Among Students in American Universities. He has been recognized multiple times as The Commonwealth Coast Conference Player of the Week, was awarded the Coaches Award for Excellence in 2010, and recently received the Most Valuable Player award. In addition, Jones served as president of the Student Athlete Advisory Committee.

Western New England College is a private, independent, coeducational institution founded in 1919. Located on an attractive 215-acre suburban campus in Springfield, Massachusetts, Western New England serves 3,700 students, including 2,500 full-time undergraduate students. Undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs are offered through Schools of Arts and Sciences, Business, Engineering, Law, and Pharmacy.