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Edison College Students Named to All-Florida Academic Team

Apr 8, 2008

The Florida Department of Education has honored three Edison College students by naming them to the 2008 All-Florida Academic Team. Mariamo Oyebanjo, Fort Myers, is among 30 students from across the state named to the 1st Team. Karla Dias, Cape Coral, and Tyler Sheehan, Port Charlotte, are among 74 outstanding students named to the 2nd Team.

The 104 students were nominated for their academic excellence by the public and private community colleges as part of the 2008 All-USA Community and Junior College Academic Team program. They will receive Phi Theta Kappa medallions at an event in Tallahassee on April 15.

"I wish to congratulate Ms. Oyebanjo, Ms. Dias and Mr. Sheehan on their academic achievements and leadership abilities which led to this distinction," said Edison College President Kenneth P. Walker.

Oyebanjo graduated from Edison College in December with an associate in arts degree and concentration in science. Dias, who plans to major in engineering, serves as secretary for Lee Campus Phi Theta Kappa and is the legislative vice-president for the campus Student Government Association. Sheehan, scheduled to graduate this May with his AA degree, will transfer to the University of South Florida to pursue his engineering degree.

The All-USA Academic team for Community Colleges competition is sponsored by Phi Theta Kappa [PTK], the American Association of Community Colleges, and USA TODAY to recognize scholarly achievements and leadership accomplishments of students enrolled in community, technical and junior colleges. In nominating students, community colleges considered outstanding grade point averages; participation in honors programs; and awards, honors and recognition for academic achievement and service to the college and the community.

Last Updated: April 8, 2008