Amibeth Thompson Earns Prestigious Academic Award at Illinois College

2012 Jul 6

Amibeth Thompson of Manchester was among the students at Illinois College recognized for academic excellence April 27 when the liberal arts college held its annual Honors Day Celebration.

Thompson, a sophomore, was awarded the Martha Behr-Miller and William R. Miller Award for Foreign Study and an Outstanding Major in Environmental Biology and Ecological Studies Honor. Martha Behr-Miller and William R. Miller Award for Foreign Study assists students attending a university in Germany, Italy, Switzerland, the Pacific Rim, or a Scandinavian country. An Oustanding Major in Environmental Biology and Ecological Studies Honor is awarded to majors who demonstrate outstanding academic achievements and service to the program.

Thompson, a graduate of Westminster Christian Academy, is the daughter of Steven and Peggy Thompson of Manchester.

Founded in 1829, Illinois College is a residential liberal arts college fostering academic excellence rooted in opportunities for experiential learning while preparing students for lifelong success.