James Davidson earns Outstanding Major in Chemistry Award

James Davidson, son of Paul and Corinne of Lemont, Ill., was awarded the Outstanding Major in Chemistry Award during Honors Day May 14 at North Central College.

A senior and a student-veteran, James is majoring in chemistry at North Central College. He is a graduate of Lemont Township High School and a former member of the U.S. Marine Corps.

On campus, he has been involved in Student Members of the American Chemical Society. His name has regularly appeared on the Dean’s List.

After James graduates in June, he heads to the University of Utah where he’ll serve as a teaching assistant and pursue a doctorate in analytical chemistry with a focus on fuel and aeronautical research.