Samuel Martinez of College Point has been appointed to serve on the Bob Jones University delegation to the South Carolina Student Legislature for the 2015-16 academic year. Martinez is a junior majoring in History at BJU. Clarkson University sophomore biomolecular science student Xulan Deng of Flushing, won first place in the biomedical sciences oral session. Deng’s research examines Yersinia pestis, a highly virulent bacterium, and how it suppresses dendritic cell maturation in vitro.
Major General Patrick A. Murphy, the Adjutant General, announces the recent reenlistment of members of the New York Army National Guard in recognition of their continuing commitment to serve community, state and nation as part of the Army National Guard.
Staff Sergeant Mingyong Yen from College Point has reenlisted to continue service with the 37th Finance Detachment.
Staff Sergeant Victor Mercieca from Flushing has reenlisted to continue service with the 53rd Digital Liaison Detachment.
Specialist Yisak Yoon from Flushing has reenlisted to continue service with the 719th Transportation Company.
Specialist Chang Kim from Flushing has reenlisted to continue service with the Company B, 642nd Support Battalion.
Staff Sergeant George Silva from College Point has reenlisted to continue service with the Company C, 101st Signal Battalion.
