Trevor Scheuing, of Somers, was named the recipient of The James L. Bennett Prize at Hamilton College's annual Class & Charter Day, held on May 10. Established in 1950, the event combines the traditional Class Day celebrating the end of classes with a commemoration of the granting of College's charter on May 26, 1812.
The James L. Bennett Prize is awarded to a rising senior who has completed the junior year with distinction.
Scheuing, a junior majoring in mathematics and physics, is a graduate of North Salem High School.
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