ESCANABA — Each year, Bay College selects an outstanding graduate from each of the six divisions at the college. The graduate is selected by their instructors for their academic excellence, leadership and community service.

Madelyn Smith was selected as the 2018 Outstanding Graduate for the Social and Behavioral Sciences Division, with the award being sponsored by Burkhart, Lewandowski, Miller & Nastoff PC Law Offices.

A Gladstone resident, Smith began her higher education journey at Bay College as a dual-enrolled, home-schooled student. Instructors describe her as quiet, conscientious and as a student that produces exemplary coursework.

She obtained her certificate in Early Childhood Care and Education in May. She is working to obtain her associate in applied science in early childhood care and education with an expected graduation date in December, then plans to pursue a position as an associate teacher at the preschool level.