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VMI's 11th Rhodes Scholar

By Lt Col P

Congratulations are in order to Cadet 1st Classman Gregory E. Lippiatt, for being named VMI's eleventh Rhodes Scholar.

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LEXINGTON, Va., Nov. 23, 2008 – Cadet Gregory E. Lippiatt is one of 32 American men and women selected to receive the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship, the Rhodes Trust announced yesterday. In the process, the York, Pa., native also became the 11th cadet from Virginia Military Institute to earn the honor since 1921.

Lippiatt is a 1st Class cadet, what VMI calls its seniors. He is double majoring in history and English, with a concentration in military history. His scholarly interests are focused on the medieval period. He intends to pursue a doctorate in medieval studies following his study at Oxford and his service as an Army Officer.

Well done, young man!

November 24, 2008 05:37 PM    VMI

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my BR Mike Lokale was the last one, we were -and remain- awfully proud of him.

Though no doubt there was a hefty dose of irony (or justice?) in having a black native Kenyan receive a scholarship from the John Cecil Rhodes estate.

Congrats to Greg, what an honor - and a history man, no surprise!

John   ·  November 24, 2008 09:20 PM

What an honor. And I do understand what you mean in your comment john, it is somewhat ironic.

Congrats to Greg!

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Vaughn   ·  November 26, 2008 01:31 PM

Smart AND brave-nice combo

mindy1   ·  December 4, 2008 05:12 PM

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