Nixin Ponturo (right), an elementary education major from Centreville, Va., is
presented with the April Catamounts Climb Higher Award at WVU Potomac State College
by PSC Biology Instructor Farren Smith.
Nixin Ponturo, an elementary education major from Centreville, Virigina, is the recipient
of the April Catamounts Climb Higher Award at WVU Potomac State College. Nixin
serves as an assistant to PSC Title III Career Specialist Melissa Dayton and enjoys
playing on the Valorant and Marvel Rivals esports teams.
Even though Nixin was recently diagnosed with a hypermobility disorder and struggles
with joint pain and chronic nausea, she has not let that deter her from attending
class and completing her assignments.
“Despite her health conditions, Nixin has a charming personality, always has a
smile, and is excited to learn. She naturally takes on a leadership role in groups,
and will help anyone she can,” Biology Instructor Farren Smith said.
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