WATERVILLE — Students from the area were recently named to Colby’s Dean’s List for outstanding academic achievement during the fall semester of the 2017-2018 academic year.

Each student listed earned a semester grade point average of 3.77 or high last fall to be included in Colby’s highly selective Dean’s List.

• Devyn R. Harding of Wells, a member of the Class of 2020, attended Wells High School and is the daughter of Zachary and Tina Harding of Wells, Maine. She majoring in English and Spanish.

• Hannah J. Bossi of South Berwick, a member of the Class of 2018, attended Marshwood High School and is the daughter of Vincent and Kathleen Bossi of South Berwick, Maine. She is majoring in physics and computer science.

• Catherine L. Ledue of Springvale, a member of the Class of 2019, attended Sanford High School and is the daughter of Claire Ledue of Springvale, Maine, and Thomas Ledue of Springvale, Maine. She is majoring in anthropology.

• Sarah C. Montembeau of Kittery Point, a member of the Class of 2021, attended Robert W Traip Academy and is the daughter of Stephen and Pamela Montembeau of Kittery Point, Maine. Her major is undeclared.

• Erica L. Suttles of Alfred, a member of the Class of 2020, attended Massabesic High School and is the daughter of Jennifer Whatley of Alfred, Maine. She is majoring in classical civilization.

• Madeline A. Taylor of Wells, a member of the Class of 2019, attended Wells High School and is the daughter of Michael and Debra Taylor of Wells, Maine. She is majoring in psychology and government.

• Indiana H. Thompson of Saco, a member of the Class of 2018, attended Thornton Academy and is the daughter of Charles and Mary Thompson of Saco, Maine. She is majoring in government.

• Joseph P. Yauch of York, a member of the Class of 2019, attended York High School and is the son of Peter and Patricia Yauch of York, Maine. He majored in history and German studies.

Founded in 1813, Colby is one of America’s most selective colleges. Serving only undergraduates, Colby offers a rigorous academic program rooted in deep exploration of ideas and close interaction with world-class faculty scholars. Students pursue intellectual passions, choosing among 58 majors or developing their own.

Colby is home to a community of 2,000 dedicated and diverse students from more than 80 countries. Its Waterville, Maine, location provides unique access to world-class research institutions and civic engagement experiences.