Rep. Pettigrew will recognize scholar-athletes on the Capitol Campus Monday

April 3, 2009

OLYMPIA – Inspired by his intern’s ability to keep up with the fast-paced environment in Olympia, on the court, and in the classroom, Rep. Eric Pettigrew (D-Seattle) decided to officially recognize scholar-athletes on the House floor next Monday, April 6.

Approximately 100 students from colleges and universities throughout Washington state have been invited to the Capitol to be honored for their academic accomplishments as scholar-athletes. Each student will be recognized on the House floor for demonstrating outstanding academic success by meeting a minimum GPA of 3.0 and actively contributing to their community through volunteerism and/or involvement in student organizations.

“As a former student athlete, I’ll never forget the difficulties in attempting to spread my time between school, sports and other activities,” Pettigrew said. “These students exemplify what it means to go above and beyond. In addition to the countless hours they spend prepping for each game, they’ve acknowledged the importance of education and community involvement.”

What: Rep. Eric Pettigrew will formally recognize college and university students in Washington who have played an intercollegiate sport while maintaining a 3.0 GPA or higher.

When: Monday, April 6 between 10 and 10:30 a.m.

Where: The House floor on the Capitol Campus in Olympia

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Contact: Rep. Eric Pettigrew (360) 786-7838; pettigrew.eric@leg.wa.gov

Downloadable photo: http://leg.wa.gov/documents/House/Members/Photos/pettigrew.jpg

Staff Contact: Jamie Badilla (360) 786-7255; badilla.jamie@leg.wa.gov

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