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Buckeye Bios is a semiannual publication for friends of the College of Biological Sciences. Read the latest issue, or see all of our publications.

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Biochemistry Undergraduate Joshua Lotz Named to USA Today Academic First Team

In recognition of his achievements, Lotz's photo and accomplishments are featured in the Feb. 14 USA Today Life section. Lotz will receive a trophy and a cash award of $2,500.

This is the second consecutive year that a Biological Sciences student has been named to USA Today's Academic First Team.

2008: Biochemistry major Joshua Lotz
2007: Microbiology major Yoonhee Patricia Ha

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Additionally: Lotz (2007) and Ha (2006) are both recipients of the Harry S. Truman Scholarship, the most prestigious scholarship available to an undergraduate, providing $30,000 for graduate studies leading to a career in public service.

We congratulate biochemistry major Joshua Lotz, named to the 2008 USA Today Academic First Team. The publication selects 20 undergraduate students annually from around the country for this honor. These are exceptional students, who not only excel in the classroom, but work to benefit society. Judges base their decisions on academic achievement and academic rigor, leadership experience and involvement in extracurricular activities.

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