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# Hutchinson Community College names student Distinguished Dragon of Excellence
- URL: https://www.citizenjournal.us/hutchinson-community-college-names-student-distinguished-dragon-of-excellence/
- Published: 2026-06-12T12:40:58.000Z
- Updated: 2026-06-12T12:40:58.000Z
- Description: The zoo science student is recognized for top academic marks and campus involvement
- Author: Greg Loving
- Tags: hutch, dnn, #news

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Community College has named Hutch-native and zoo science student Katie Canup as a Distinguished Dragon of Excellence in recognition of her standout academic achievements.

Canup, an entomology enthusiast and active member of the campus D&D Club, regularly earned spots on both the President's and Vice President's honor rolls during her college career. Her nominator praised her "quiet resolve and clear-thinking mind," noting that Canup achieved the highest grade in their fall 2024 class.

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