Numerous student-athletes have been recognized for their academic achievements during the Fall 2023 semester.

At Malcolm X, a trio of standout student-athletes, Daniel Palacios (MSOC), Rachelle Cauinian, and LaKena Matthews (WVB), achieved a perfect 4.0 GPA, earning a well-deserved spot on the Presidential Scholars List.

Furthermore, the Dean's List features notable achievers like Bojan Dulovic (MBB) with a 3.76 GPA and Marshae Williams (WBB) with a 3.5 GPA, demonstrating outstanding academic performance.

The Honors List includes a group of dedicated students such as Edwin Riveras, Malayah Scott (WBB), and others, all achieving GPAs ranging from 3.0 to 3.49. 

Five standouts at Olive-Harvey, including Cassandra Bailey and Jorge Zavala, earned a perfect 4.0 GPA, excelling both in sports and studies. Additionally, 31 athletes, making up 38% of all Panthers student-athletes, achieved a solid GPA of 3.0 or higher, showcasing their commitment to academic success. These achievements reflect the students' hard work and the college's support for a balanced education.

Elsewhere at Kennedy-King, three Statesmen, TJ Pangonas, Omari Watters, and Chelito Madrigal, achieved a remarkable 3.75 GPA during the fall semester. Balancing both their on-court achievements and commitment to academics, these Statesmen exemplify excellence in every aspect of their college journey. 

City Colleges of Chicago can proudly celebrate its athletes, not just for their skills on the field and court of play, but also for their dedication to academic excellence, setting an inspiring example for future scholar-athletes.