Stark State College student named to “All-Ohio Academic Team”

Christopher Monroe, a Stark State College environmental, health and safety technology student from Louisville, was named to the All-Ohio Academic Team, receiving second-team honors. Monroe was joined by 51 of the state’s best two-year community and technical college students who received All-Ohio Academic Team honors. In recognition of being named to the second-team, Monroe received a certificate, medallion, and a $500 scholarship from Honda of America Mfg., Inc. and the KnowledgeWorks Foundation.

Monroe, a U.S. Navy veteran, is a formulation manager with RTI Alloys in Canton. He is president-elect of the Stark State Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, past-president of the College’s Environmental Club and a volunteer in the College recycling program.

The All-Ohio Academic Team provides statewide recognition to outstanding two-year college students and opportunities for cash scholarships. Students are nominated by their college and must have a minimum 3.25 cumulative grade point average. Selections are based on academic performance, demonstration of leadership and community service involvement. The program is sponsored by the Ohio Association of Community Colleges (OACC), Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society, Honda of America Mfg., Inc. and the KnowledgeWorks Foundation.
 

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