Walla Walla native Ryan Campeau selected for teaching fellowship in France

WALLA WALLA, WA (06/05/2013)(readMedia)-- Ryan Campeau of Walla Walla, Wash. was honored with a fellowship after her graduation from Whitman College in Walla Walla.

Campeau was selected to be an English teaching assistant by the Teaching Assistants Program in France (TAPIF). During the upcoming school year, Campeau will have the opportunity to instruct elementary or secondary school students in English in some assigned region in France.

Campeau is the daughter of Steve and Liz Campeau and a 2009 graduate of Walla Walla High School. She received a B.A. in French and Theatre during the Whitman commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 19.

Whitman College is an independent, non-sectarian residential college fostering 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 an active lifestyle.