Levitt Scholars Present Their Research to High School Classes

A record number of 40 outstanding students from all disciplines were recognized at a May luncheon. Sponsored by the Levitt Public Affairs Center, these Scholars made 54 visits to high schools and spoke to a total of 81 classes. Topics ranged from a discussion of Jane Austin to an explanation of brain research. Some examples are shown below:

What is a living wage?

On May 17 Levitt Scholar, Rebecca Karb (‘02), spoke to James Davis's economics class at Clinton High School about the implications of living wage legislation. She explained the effect of regional variations on the cost of living and the impact on employers of raising minimum wage rates. Becky's presentation was based on her senior thesis in Public Policy with advisor, Prof. Gary Wyckoff, for which she was granted honors.

Appalachian Trail provides adventure and research

At a luncheon for Levitt Scholars Shauna Sweet ‘03 (above left) described some of her experiences thru-hiking on the famous Appalachian Trail to fellow Levitt Scholar, Carrie McNeil ‘02. This trek along the east coast provided the basis for a sociological research project, and was also the topic of her presentations to school students. Shauna traveled to high schools in the local area including Mohawk, Waterville and Whitesboro, and gave a presentation during spring break at Gardiner High School back home in Maine. She will be returning to Maine next week for another presentation to a biology class at her alma mater, Hall Dale High School in Farmington.

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