Redmond Native Works to Prevent Truancy

WALLA WALLA, WA (10/08/2012)(readMedia)-- Redmond native Sydney Conway is working with the Juvenile Justice Center on truancy cases in the public school system through Whitman College. The work falls under Becca Law, which has the ultimate goal of deterring truancy among Washington's youth.

Conway is a 2009 graduate of The Bear Creek School.

At Whitman, Conway is a senior sociology major and an active participant in intramural sports.

Whitman College, Walla Walla, Wash., is honored to attract students who represent the Whitman mosaic––down to earth, high achievers with diverse interests. Whitman is the premier liberal arts college that combines academic excellence with an unpretentious Northwest culture and an engaging community. An independent, non-sectarian residential college, Whitman fosters intellectual vitality, confidence and leadership in its 1,450 students. Also noted for its commitment to environmental principles, Whitman is characterized by intellect, down-to-earth sensibilities, collaboration over competition and active lifestyle.