22-03-2025
NWSCC Upward Bound 17-year-old to earn college degree before high school diploma
PHIL CAMPBELL, Ala. (WHNT) — This 17-year-old first-generation college student plans to graduate college with her associate's degree before receiving her high school diploma.
According to Northwest Shoals Community College, Mary Elizabeth Fisher will graduate with an Associate in Science degree days before she walks at her graduation from Phil Campbell High School.
Fisher is the Valedictorian of her high school class, is a first-generation college student and has excelled while participating in Dual Enrollment and the Upward Bound Phil Campbell Project.
Sherry Campbell, the project Manager of Upward Bound, said Fisher's story is a great example of how determination and access to education opportunities can change lives.
'We are so proud of her achievements and can't wait to see all that she accomplishes in the future,' Campbell said.
'She has earned numerous accolades, including the American Chemical Society Award, and is a member of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society at NWSCC. As Vice President of her senior class, she has been involved in multiple organizations such as Future Business Leaders of America, National Honor Society and the Grass and Roots Project—a program she founded to provide companionship to elderly residents in assisted living homes,' NWSCC said.
Fisher is also a multi-sport athlete, playing Varsity volleyball, basketball and golf. She also earned the highest GPA award for her athletic participation.
'Her service efforts have been recognized at the state level, securing 2nd Place in the FBLA State Competition for her Service Project. She has dedicated time to various volunteer organizations, including Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) and Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) as well as numerous community outreach programs.'
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