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Andrew is a senior special education major from Rockford, Illinois. He was nominated by Professor Lynn Stafford. Professor Stafford shared that despite his rigorous course load Andrew is a stellar student. He is participating in a student-faculty research project and will be presenting his research at the Illinois Council for Exceptional Children conference in November 2015.

Prior to coming to Rockford University, Andrew attended Rock Valley College and Elmhurst College. Andrew enjoys being able to pursue his undergraduate degree in the town where he grew up. He has been able to work with his former teachers as colleagues, and help the community by working with many of its students. Andrew shared that he is very fortunate to have the opportunity to work with many individuals from this diverse city and help them both in their education and life. After graduation from RU Andrew plans to teach for at least a semester and then purse his graduate degree. Congratulations, Andrew!