An Elmont Memorial High School senior has been accepted to all eight Ivy League universities, again.
Augusta Uwamanzu-Nna, the class valedictorian this year, faces the same difficult decision Harold Ekeh did last year in Elmont. He chose Yale University.
“Having two students get accepted into all eight Ivy League institutions in back-to-back years is humbling but also speaks to the incredible commitment to children by the families and staff within the EMHS Community,” said Kevin Dougherty, Elmont Memorial High School principal.
“My recent accomplishments reflect the hardworking ideals of the town of Elmont, my supportive parents and my dedicated teachers. I am elated, but most importantly, I am thankful,” she said in a press release.
She plans to pursue a science major. Uwamanzu-Nna was a 2016 Intel Science Talent Search finalist for her research on cement that could help prevent underwater oil rig ruptures. She was invited to the White House Science Fair on Monday.
She hopes to choose a school where she has the opportunity to combine her varied scientific interests which include biochemistry and environmental sciences.