Sterling College’s Elizabeth Herrington competed among more than 1,800 of America’s best and brightest college students who traveled to Southern California to establish their own “Legacy of Leadership” as they competed for the opportunity to win more than $95,000 in cash awards.

Herrington received national recognition at the PBL Awards of Excellence Program on June 27 through competing in the categories of Job Interview and Client Service and brought home eighth and ninth places, respectively. She was then awarded her trophies at the awards ceremony that evening.

The Spring Dean’s Honor Roll for Sterling College recognized 173 students for their academic accomplishment. Students named to the list completed the semester with a 3.5 GPA or better in at least 12 credits of residential work or 10 credits of online work. Eligible students did not receive an F or incomplete in any course.

Students named to the spring 2017 Dean’s Honor Roll include:

Anna Elizabeth Adamyk of McPherson, Kansas,

Gabrielle Brianna Baca of Corona, California,

Kristina Adrianna Baca of Corona, California,

Local author Ken Troyer recently augmented his book “Argumentation and Debate: A Strategic Perspective” with an addition of 83 pages spread throughout all chapters of the book. The 2017 update was finished by Troyer and Gary G. Harmon for increased usability in the classroom. Troyer, assistant professor of communications at Sterling College, reported that six colleges and universities have already agreed to use the text this fall.

Sterling College’s Hans Nickel, assistant professor of sport management, was presented with The William M. McCreery Teaching Award at commencement on May 13, 2017. Nickel, the former sports information director at Sterling, was recognized for noteworthy and innovative instruction to Sterling College students during the academic year. The award is given to one faculty member each year after being nominated by peers.