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The University of Delaware is committed to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education, research and service. From its roots as a private academy in 1743, the institution today is a research-intensive, technologically advanced university with global impact that serves nearly 24,000 students.

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The University of Delaware is committed to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education, research and service. From its roots as a private academy in 1743, the institution today is a research-intensive, technologically advanced university with global impact that serves nearly 24,000 students.

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Student represents UD at the USA Science & Engineering Festival
Rob Heebner, a senior majoring in mechanical engineering, is the president of UD's chapter of the Society of Automotive Engineers, which introduced a Formula One car that they designed at last month's USA Science and Engineering Festival in Washington, D.C. Heebner also recently secured a job at Ford Motor Company after he graduates in May.
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Club or Organization - 2016 May 4
Shawn & Sheryl McCall Award for Entrepreneurship
The Horn Program in Entrepreneurship honored five UD Students with scholarships and awards for the 2015-2016 school year. Eric Albers, a junior with a double major in finance and economics, was honored for his entrepreneurial promise and his work with Lazarus Rising, a social venture that is fighting homelessness through a program that provides job placement skills to those without permanent housing.
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Academic Award - 2016 May 4
Student Volunteers in Nicaragua
University of Delaware sophomore Emma Charlton traveled to Nicaragua during winter break with Volunteers for Intercultural and Definitive Adventures to work with large and small animals in veterinary clinics.
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Volunteer - 2016 Apr 6
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2016 UDance Participant
Almost 250 students participated in the University of Delaware's annual dance marathon, raising $1.7 million for pediatric cancer research.
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Volunteer - 2016 Mar 16
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2015 World Scholars
Thirty-eight UD World Scholars spent their first semester studying in Rome and will continue to spend their four years of scholarship immersed in global experiences, including multiple study abroad programs, language study, specialized coursework, living-learning environments, internship or research, and interactions with key individuals on the global stage.
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Study Abroad - 2016 Feb 12
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Dean's List at University of Delaware
Students have been named to the University of Delaware Dean's List for the fall 2015 semester.
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Honors List - 2016 Feb 11
Dean's List at University of Delaware
Students have been named to the University of Delaware Dean's List for the fall 2015 semester.
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Honors List - 2016 Jan 20
Dean's List at University of Delaware
Students have been named to the University of Delaware Dean's List for the Spring 2015 semester.
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Honors List - 2015 Jul 15
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Students conduct summer research
Research never stops at the University of Delaware, where undergraduate students are using the summertime stretch to work with mentors, develop new research skills and/or learn while serving in community settings.
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Achievement (Other) - 2015 Aug 27
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Dean's List at University of Delaware
Students have been named to the University of Delaware Dean's List for the Fall 2014 semester.
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Honors List - 2015 Feb 19
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Students Named to Dean's List at University of Delaware
Students have been named to the University of Delaware's Dean's List for the 2014 spring semester.
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Honors List - 2014 Jun 11
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Students honored as 2014 Autism Delaware scholarship recipients
Four University of Delaware students recently received the 2014 Autism Delaware Daniel and Lois Gray Memorial Scholarship.
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Scholarship - 2014 May 29
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UD students chosen as 2014 Plastino Scholars
The Plastino Scholars Program awards grants to undergraduates to support self-designed, off-campus projects exploring their passions. This year, five students have been named Plastino Scholars and will travel the globe to carry out their research.
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Scholarship - 2014 May 20
Senior chosen as the outstanding man of UD's 2014 graduating class
Two University of Delaware seniors have been selected as the recipients of the Alexander J. Taylor and Emalea Pusey Warner awards, respectively, as the outstanding man and woman of the 2014 graduating class.
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Achievement (Other) - 2014 May 5
Senior chosen as the outstanding woman of UD's 2014 graduating class
Two University of Delaware seniors have been selected as the recipients of the Alexander J. Taylor and Emalea Pusey Warner awards, respectively, as the outstanding man and woman of the 2014 graduating class.
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Achievement (Other) - 2014 May 5
Arts
UD's Vocal Point, receives accolades at international competition
Vocal Point, UD's premier co-ed a cappella group, took home third place overall at Varsity Vocals' International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella after competing in the final event at the Town Hall in New York City.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2014 Apr 29
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UD students named 2014 Goldwater Scholars
The Goldwater Scholars Program awards scholarships to college students who intend to pursue research careers in the science, mathematics and engineering fields. Only 283 students throughout the U.S. were selected for this scholarship, considered the premier undergraduate award of its kind.
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Scholarship - 2014 Apr 17
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UD Students Participate in the 2014 Alternative Spring Break Program
In its fourth year, the University of Delaware's alternative spring break program sent approximately 200 students to various U.S. cities to help communities in need.
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Volunteer - 2014 Apr 7
NFHCA names 12 Blue Hen student-athletes to National Academic Squad
The National Field Hockey Coaches Association named 12 University of Delaware field hockey student-athletes to its National Academic Squad, honoring their work in the classroom.
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Sports - 2014 Mar 31
Students share ideas at Clinton Global Initiative University
Several students represented the University of Delaware and shared their ideas at the annual meeting of the Clinton Global Initiative University (CGI U), March 21-23, at Arizona State University.
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Achievement (Other) - 2014 Mar 27
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Students selected as new UD Social Media Ambassadors
This achievement badge is presented to this semester's new Social Media Ambassadors, a committed group of students who tell their UD stories through officially branded twitter accounts. Social Media Ambassadors (or SMAs) live-tweet events around campus, drum up excitement and engage with their peers, assist OCM's social media team with outreach initiatives and act as everyday ambassadors for the Blue Hen Community.
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Achievement (Other) - 2014 Mar 27
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Local Students Named to Dean's List at University of Delaware
Students have been named to the University of Delaware's Dean's List for the 2013 fall semester.
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Honors List - 2014 Feb 12
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Local Students Honored as UD's Class of 2013
Graduating members of the University of Delaware's Class of 2013 were honored and applauded for their achievements during Winter Commencement ceremonies held Sunday, Jan. 12, in the Bob Carpenter Center.
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Graduation - 2014 Jan 27
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UD nursing Students explore the Royal Flying Doctor Service
University of Delaware students in Australia visited the Royal Flying Doctor Service as part of UD's Study Abroad Program.
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Study Abroad - 2014 Jan 23
UD Student Honored with Jefferson Award for Community Service
The 2014 WBOC Jefferson Awards are presented annually to citizens of Delmarva who provide extraordinary public service.
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Community Service - 2014 Jan 16
UD senior co-captain selected in 2014 Major League Lacrosse Draft
University of Delaware senior co-captain James Connelly was selected in the sixth round of the Major League Lacrosse Collegiate Draft by the Denver Outlaws.
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Sports - 2014 Jan 14
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University of Delaware Study Abroad Visits the Great Wall of China
UD students tackle the Great Wall of China during their study abroad experience.
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Study Abroad - 2014 Jan 13
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UD Students Study Abroad this Winter
Hundreds of Blue Hens will pack their bags and head to all corners of the globe as part of UD's trailblazing study abroad program. The Institute for Global Studies (IGS) coordinates over 70 programs annually, encouraging students to "Dare to Explore."
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Study Abroad - 2013 Dec 19
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UD student named Executive Team Leader at Target
This student will gain experience as an Executive Team Leader at Target and will manage a team dedicated to improving performance and ensuring costumer satisfaction.
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Achievement (Other) - 2013 Dec 3
UD student receives scholarship from Crozer Keystone Medical Center
This student has received a scholarship from Crozer Keystone Medical Center for $10,000 and will work in the medical laboratory.
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Scholarship - 2013 Nov 21
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