The following students from Colgate University (Hamilton, N.Y.) were recipients of the Dean's Award for academic excellence during the 2012 spring term at Colgate University.

To be eligible for the Dean's Award, a Colgate student must achieve a 3.30 or higher average, while enrolled in four courses.

A member of the Colgate class of 2013, Lindsey Elizabeth Robertson is studying English. Robertson is a graduate of Kent Place School and lives in Summit.

A member of the Colgate class of 2014, Thomas Gregory Holevas Jr. is studying Economics. Holevas is a graduate of Summit High School.

A member of the Colgate class of 2014, Sara Kathleen DiMassimo is studying Environmental Economics. DiMassimo is a graduate of Summit High School. 

Founded in 1819, Colgate University is a highly selective, residential, liberal arts college enrolling nearly 2,900 undergraduates. Situated on a rolling 515-acre campus in central New York State, Colgate University attracts motivated students with diverse backgrounds, interests and talents.

NOTE: The press release above was prepared for: Editor - Summit Patch.