McKendree University Awards Kyle Garrett with Technos International Prize
Chemistry major and outstanding debater Kyle Garrett is awarded during commencement
on May 13
(LEBANON, Ill., May 19, 2022) – Kyle Garrett of Troy, Ill., is this year’s recipient
of the Technos International Prize. The award was presented on May 13 during the undergraduate
commencement ceremony, where Garrett graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in
chemistry.
Garrett plans to attend a PhD program in chemistry at the University of Michigan-Ann
Arbor. He was also a member of the award-winning McKendree debate team, a participant
in McKendree’s Model United Nations program, and a coach for Triad High School’s debate
team. As a junior, he was awarded the American Chemical Society St. Louis Chapter
Outstanding Junior Award. His research involves designing and synthesizing dye compounds
for use as lymph channel tracers in breast cancer surgery.
“Kyle easily combines the two criteria of outstanding academic performance and a commitment
to the cause of international understanding. His preparedness, probing questions,
and discerning comments are prized in the world of debate,” said Dr. Alan Alewine,
associate provost. “Clearly, Kyle’s future is bright. He is a model of an emerging
world citizen and worthy of the Technos International Prize.”
In April Garrett was recognized by the university for his outstanding academic achievement
in chemistry. He is also a member of the Pi Kappa Delta forensics (public speaking
and debate) honor society and a student of McKendree University’s Honors Program.
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