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Athletic Band Alumna Wins on Jeopardy!

July 19, 2017

Athletic Band Alumna Wins on Jeopardy!

photo of Deborah Elliott and Alex Trebek

Answer: This Ohio State alumna graduated in 2006 with a BA in history of art, played piccolo in the Ohio State Athletic Band and now is a three-day Jeopardy! champion with total winnings of $76,400.

The correct question: Who is Deborah Elliott?

Elliott, originally from New Concord, Ohio, appeared on the long-running game show on July 17 and, after winning once, returned for the July 18 and 19 airings to secure additional wins.

On the College of Arts and Sciences website, Elliott answers a few questions about her time at Ohio State, her Athletic Band memories and her experience as a Jeopardy! contestant.

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