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Southeast Technical student Isaiah Reidel nominated to All-USA Community College Academic Team

Winona, MN (January 19, 2016) -- Minnesota State College - Southeast Technical is proud to announce that Isaiah Reidel, a Winona campus student, has been nominated to the Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) honor society's All-USA Community College Academic Team.

The nomination recognizes high achieving two-year college students who demonstrate academic excellence and intellectual rigor combined with leadership and service that extends their education beyond the classroom to benefit society.

PTK advisor Christopher Stout nominated Isaiah for the honor. "Isaiah is definitely one of the best students we have on campus. He's a hard worker and demonstrates exceptional determination and commitment," he says. "We appreciate how he sees everything all the way through to completion." 

This year Isaiah is working on a PTK Honors in Action research project. Honors in Action is a process that provides opportunities to apply learning and practice real-world problem-solving by developing an in-depth, action-oriented project.

"Through this project Isaiah will strengthen both his leadership skills and research abilities," according to Christopher Stout.

PTK will announce the 20 finalists for the All-USA Academic Team in April 2016. Winners receive a $5,000 scholarship and are featured in USA Today. 

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About Minnesota State College - Southeast Technical

Minnesota State College - Southeast Technical is a two-year institution that provides its students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes they will need for a lifetime of learning. With more than 30 programs of study and 90 degree, diploma, and certificate options, many students are prepared to launch a career in a technical or trade field as soon as they graduate. Others begin the pathway to a four-year bachelor's degree at Southeast Technical by earning transferable college credits in liberal arts and sciences. The Winona campus opened in 1949, merging with the Red Wing campus in 1992 and becoming Minnesota State College - Southeast Technical in 1999. Southeast Technical is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. For more information, visit www.southeastmn.one.