Multiple queen colonies have been found in areas of Florida, Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas, and Georgia, being more frequent in the western edge of their range (Vinson and Sorenson 1986). Figure 14. Polygyne colony of the red imported fire ant, Solenopsis invicta Buren.
The Order of the British Empire, or OBE, is an award granted by the government of the United Kingdom and awarded, typically in person, by the current king or queen of that nation to individuals who have performed excellent work in arts, sciences, public services and charitable efforts.
Oberlin sponsors a limited number of merit-based scholarships. Students can apply for these awards even if they don't apply for need-based financial aid. However, financial aid for students who do qualify for need-based aid and receive a merit-based award will include the merit awards.