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Former Blair Grad Takes Top UMD Honor

Jenny Wang was an English and physiology and neurobiology major.

 

University of Maryland's top graduation honor was given to a former Montgomery Blair High School graduate, according to a Gazette report.

Jenny Wang was awarded the University Medal, which “recognizes the graduating senior who best represents academic distinction, exemplary character and service to the campus or public communities.”

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Wang received a dual degree in English, and physiology and neurobiology, from the University of Maryland, College Park.

Wang was a teaching assistant for two genetics classes, served as editor-in-chief of Scientific Terrapin and volunteered with the Gemstone-Ellicott Service Committee, according to the Gazette story.

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