She plans to pursue a double major in sociology and either biology or genetics at Arizona State University next fall. She is also included in Who's Who Among Junior Colleges. Fluent in English and Spanish, Ms. Casselman plans to pursue a bachelor's degree in bilingual education at Arizona State University in the fall. Almost 1,500 community colleges nationwide nominate students for the national competition. Phi Theta Kappa, national honor society for two-year colleges, sponsors the competition.
Selection is based on academic achievement, leadership accomplishments, and service to community.
All of Arizona's community colleges participated in the 2000 competition. The Arizona Board of Regents will award students on all three teams a tuition waiver to the Arizona university of their choice. On Thursday, Feb. 17, winners from throughout the state will be honored at a luncheon at Mesa Community College. Each will receive a medallion and cash prize. College presidents, legislators and other dignitaries are invited to attend.