Jane Coons Named 2014-15 Presidential Scholar at SUNY Geneseo

2014 Oct 1

Jane Coons from Great Neck, NY 11021 has been named one of 15 Presidential Scholars for the 2014-15 academic year at the State University of New York at Geneseo.

A presidential scholar is a top-achieving member of the incoming senior class who exemplifies Geneseo's institutional values and also serves as a student ambassador for the college.

To receive the honor, a student must hold a minimum grade point average of 3.6 and demonstrate an active involvement with the community. They are nominated by faculty members and reviewed by a panel of faculty and students before being recommended to the provost for final approval.

SUNY Geneseo is a premier public liberal arts college dedicated to developing socially responsible citizens with skills and values for a productive life.