Rachel Magin honored at Union College Prize Day

2014 May 13

Union College Prize Day was held on Saturday, May 10, in the College's Memorial Chapel. Students were honored for achievement in academics, research, service and governance.

Rachel Magin, of West Hartford, Conn., was awarded the John Lewis March Prize, to the senior who has shown increased interest and ability in psychology during the final two years of college. Magin is a member of the Class of 2014.

Founded in 1795, Union College was the first college chartered by the Board of Regents of the State of New York. It is a small, residential, independent liberal arts college committed to integrating the humanities and social sciences with science and engineering in new ways. Union's rigorous academics take place in a diverse, welcoming campus environment that supports a student's personal growth and inspires them to engage with the local and global community through meaningful projects and volunteer work.