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College ranked No. 1 for study abroad programs

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By Sarah Eisenmenger - email
Centre College Centre College

DANVILLE, KY (WAVE) – Centre College has been ranked number one in the nation for its study abroad programs.

The Institute of International Education ranked Centre highest in the nation for study abroad participation among baccalaureate institutions. The college also placed number two in the nation for study abroad among all colleges and universities.

In addition to being ranked first, Martha Raddatz has been named the 2013 commencement speaker.

Raddatz was the moderator of the vice presidential debate at Centre back in October where she was highly praised for her performance. She is currently a senior foreign affairs correspondent for ABC News. 

She will speak at Centre's 190th commencement ceremony in May. 

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