Danielle Johnson Receives Skookum Award at Western New England University

2014 Nov 7

Danielle Johnson of Wallingford, CT, was recently named a recipient of the Skookum Award, an honor presented by Western New England University's Alumni Association. The Skookum is awarded to students who have demonstrated a commitment to excellence in all their endeavors: academics, co-curricular activities, sports, and community service. "Skookum" is the Native American Chinook Indian word meaning "excellence." Johnson was one of 15 outstanding senior students to receive the award.

Majoring in Management, Johnson is a member of Campus Chorus and Stageless Players where she is able to express her love for the arts in the form of singing and performing in theatrical productions. Johnson sings at many benefit concerts including, BAWA Health Initiative and the Malawi Ministry Team. Johnson has helped to raise thousands of dollars for both of those causes through her musical talent. Since Freshman year, Johnson has been involved with Western New England University's yearbook, "The Cupola," currently serving as the Editor. Upon graduating early this December, Johnson hopes to pursue a career in human resources.

Western New England University is a private, independent, coeducational institution founded in 1919. Located on an attractive 215-acre suburban campus in Springfield, Massachusetts, Western New England serves 3,800 students, including 2,500 full-time undergraduate students. Undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs are offered through Colleges of Arts and Sciences, Business, Engineering, Pharmacy, and the School of Law.