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Shinnecock Woman First Native American Female To Graduate From Oxford University

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Kelsey Leonard received her diploma from Oxford University in September.

Kelsey Leonard received her diploma from Oxford University in September.

By Shaye Weaver on Oct 10, 2012
For Kelsey Leonard, England’s Oxford University was the obvious choice when considering master’s degree programs for water science and environmental policy. The Harvard grad and member of the Shinnecock Indian... more

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