Junior Kerry Arouca was honored at the Westfield State College trustee
meeting on Thursday, June 11, for earning All-America honors at the
2009 NCAA Division III outdoor track and field championships, which were
held at Marietta (Ohio) College. Making the presentation were Westfield
State president Evan S. Dobelle, left, and track and field head coach Sean
O'Brien. Arouca was also recognized for competing in three NCAA
championships during the 2008-2009 academic. The Hanson, Mass.,
resident participated in the national cross country and indoor track
and field championships. She just missed earning All-America honors
in the indoor nationals by placing ninth in the 5,000 meter run.