Kristen Harper Receives Academic Honor at Saint Joseph's University Commencement

2015 Jun 3

During the Saint Joseph's University commencement exercises on Saturday, May 16, student awards were presented to graduates who represented the best in their academic field of study.

Kristen Harper of Mount Laurel, N.J. (*08054), received the Henry J. Trainer Award for Political Science & Community Service for top academic achievement in the study of political science and commitment to serving the community.. Harper earned a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from the College of Arts and Sciences. Harperand other honorees demonstrate academic excellence across a variety of disciplines and are among the University's most distinguished graduates.

"Saint Joseph's University is proud to honor these outstanding scholars," says University President C. Kevin Gillespie, S.J. "Their relentless pursuit of knowledge will make our graduates accomplished leaders in their fields."