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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 31, 2003
 

Representative Berry with Senators Lincoln and Pryor Announce Upgrade To Lyon College Science Departments

 
WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Marion Berry, with Senators Mark Pryor and Blanche Lincoln, today announced the award of a grant to Lyon College to upgrade the biology, chemistry, computer sciences and physics departments.

 

This funding, totaling $298,050, will allow the purchase of new equipment that will enhance science courses at the College. This equipment is comprised of personal computers, printers, pre-packaged physics laboratory exercises and other laboratory instruments. The grant is awarded through the Department of Education and gives Lyon College students the opportunity to work in state-of-the-art facilities.

 

Lyon College has a great history as a fine institution of learning,” said Berry. “These new funds will go to giving great teachers and exemplary students the tools they need for continued scientific success.”

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