Peter D. Barkey-Bircann of Henrico, Va., Named to Colby College Dean's List

2015 Jun 22

Peter D. Barkey-Bircann of Henrico, Va., was named to the Dean's List at Colby College in Waterville, Maine, for his outstanding academic achievement during the spring semester of the 2014-15 year. Barkey-Bircann, a member of the Class of 2018, is the son of Douglas Barkey and Ingrid Bircann-Barkey of Henrico, Va., and attended Douglas S. Freeman High School.

The Dean's List at Colby is highly selective, this spring reserved for students with a semester grade point average of 3.76 or higher.

Founded in 1813, Colby is one of America's most selective colleges. Serving only undergraduates, Colby offers a rigorous academic program rooted in deep exploration of ideas and close interaction with world-class faculty scholars. Students pursue intellectual passions, choosing among 57 majors or developing their own. Independent and collaborative research, study abroad, and internships offer robust opportunities to prepare students for postgraduate success. Colby is home to a community of 1,825 dedicated and diverse students from around the globe. Its Waterville, Maine, location provides access to world-class research institutions and civic engagement experiences.