On September 16, Bernd Franke with the Niagara Dailies reported that 27 Niagara College Knights have received a 2020-21 National Scholar Award from the Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA).
The award recognizes student-athletes for for academic achievements while competing as a member of their institution’s intercollegiate sport program. At NC, student-athletes must earn a +80% average in their academic programs to receive the award.
The article includes a quote from Michele O’Keefe, NC’s Associate Director of Athletics and Recreation, who commends all NC Knights for their resilience: “We are always proud of the commitment shown by our Knights student-athletes and in such uncertain times, this an extra-strong demonstration of their strength.”
