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VIRTUAL COMMENCEMENTCELEBRATION
June 26 • 3:00 p.m.
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Order of Exercises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Congratulatory Salutes to Graduates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Memories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Degrees Conferred . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
The Graduate Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Doctor of Science in Computer Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
College of Arts and Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
College of Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
College of Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
College of Professional Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
The Undergraduate Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Latin Honors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Academic Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
College of Arts and Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
College of Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
College of Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
College of Professional Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
2020 Commissioned Officers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Defining Moments 2016 – 2020 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
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COUNTDOWN TO COMMENCEMENT
INTRODUCTORY COMMENTSDr . Aminta H . Breaux
President, Bowie State University
NATIONAL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION INDUCTIONDarren Swain
President, BSU National Alumni Association
CONGRATULATORY REMARKSWes Moore
Keynote SpeakerAuthor & CEO of Robin Hood Foundation
U .S . Representative Steny HoyerHouse Majority Leader
Larry HoganGovernor, State of Maryland
Angela AlsobrooksCounty Executive, Prince George,s County
CONGRATULATORY SALUTES TO GRADUATES
HONORS AND CLASS OF 2020 PRESENTATIONDr . Judith Kirkpatrick
Interim Provost, Bowie State University
TURN THE TASSLE MOMENTDr . Aminta H . Breaux
President, Bowie State University
PROCESSIONAL OF GRADUATE SLIDESBowie State University Class of 2020
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CongraTulaTory saluTes To graduaTes
Victor OladipoNBA All-Star Player for the Indiana Pacers
Doug E . FreshRapper & Record Producer
La La AnthonyActress & TV Personality
Edwin MosesOlympic Gold Medalist in Track & Field
Former South Bend, Indiana Mayor Pete Buttigieg
2020 Democratic Presidential Candidate
Anthony HamiltonGrammy-winning Singer-Songwriter
Traci BraxtonSinger, Media Personality & Reality TV Star
U .S . Senator Cory Booker2020 Democratic Presidential Candidate
Yandy Smith-HarrisActress, Entrepreneur & Reality TV Star
Johnny TaylorChairman, President,s Board of
Advisors on HBCUs
Tressa “Azarel” Smallwood (’00)Film Producer, Entrepreneur & Author
D .G . Elmore President, Elmore Sports Group
James "JB" BrownEmmy-winning Sportscaster
Dionne WarwickGrammy-winning Singer
J . HolidayGrammy-nominated Singer-Songwriter
Debbie AllenEmmy-winning Choreographer,
Dancer & Actress
Dior Ginyard (’11)Forbes 30 Under 30 Honoree &
NFL Senior Player Manager
Roland MartinHost & Managing Editor, #RolandMartinUnfiltered
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THE GRADUATE PROGRAM
Doctor of Science in Computer Science
Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership
Master of Arts
Master of Arts in Teaching
Master of Business Administration
Master of Education
Master of Public Administration
Master of Science
Master of Science in Management Information Systems
Master of Science in Nursing
THE UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAM
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Science
The list of candidates for graduation was prepared within the time limits imposed for printing of the program . Therefore, the list of names is not conclusive . Only those candidates who have met all graduation requirements will be granted a degree.
degrees Conferred
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Doctor of Science in Computer Science
Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership
Winter Ashanti BinghamLaurel, Maryland
M .Ed . — North Carolina Central UniversityB .A . — Radford University
Are Principals Really Serving the Gifted and Talented Students in our Schools?
Jasmine Winola BrannBowie, Maryland
M .A . — University of MarylandB .A . — Howard University
The Relationship of Dual Language Immersion Foundational Learning upon Secondary
Education Outcomes
Norman Lee ColemanBowie, Maryland
M .Ed . — University of DelawareB .S . — University of Delaware
A Study of School Leadership and Gifted Black Male Students
Courtney L. ForbesWashington, D .C .
M .A . — George Washington UniversityB .S . — Bowie State University
Understanding Teacher Beliefs: A Quantitative Study Examining Teacher Beliefs of Gifted
Latino English Language Learners
Donovan Elise’ Griffin-BlakeBowie, Maryland
M .Ed . — George Washington UniversityB .S . — Howard University
Case Study: Parental Involvement of African-American Parents of
Disabled High School Students
LeTrecia Michelle GlosterBowie, Maryland
M .S . — Trinity Washington UniversityB .S . — Bowie State University
From Hidden Treasures to Superwomen: A Case Study on the Imact of Proficiency, Mentorship, and Self-care on the Stressors
and Coping Responses of African-American Female Superintendents
Dijaria Henderson-GreeneUpper Marlboro, Maryland
M .Ed . — Bowie State UniversityB .S . — West Chester University
A Phenomenological Examination of the Lived Experiences of Black Male High School
Graduates Placed at Risk Academically
Felecia Myia HaywardOdenton, Maryland
M .A . — Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
B .S . — Trinity Washington UniversityWhy am I Here? Why do I Stay? An
Examination of the Lived Experiences of Special Education Teachers in
Juvenile Detention Centers
Susan Poser RussellRockville, Maryland
M .A . — Gallaudet UniversityB .A . — Colgate University
Culturally Responsive Teacher Self-Efficacy Beliefs of Teachers of the Deaf
Blair Alexander SmoakHalethorpe, Maryland
M .A . — George Washington UniversityB .S . — Virginia State University
High School Leaders’ Perceptions of Practices and Beliefs can Increase Graduation Rates for Black Males in a Large Urban School District
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Tagrid Abdullah N. AlshalaliBroadlands, Virginia
M .S . – King Saud UniversityB .S . – King Saud University
A Study on Managing and Explaining Concept Drift
Raymond F. TiwangUpper Marlboro, Maryland
M .S . – University de YaoundeB .S . – University de Yaounde
A Deep Learning Predictive Model for Source Code Analysis
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College of Arts and Sciences
MASTER OF ARTS IN ENGLISH
Bianca Christiaan BaileyBaltimore, MarylandB .A . — Wesley College
Erica Letrece ChavisColumbia, MarylandB .A . — University of North Carolina
Angela Sydney JamesWaldorf, MarylandB .A . — University of Maryland
Edwin Philip JulienColumbia, MarylandB .S . — New York Institute of Technology
Patricia LorenzenCharlestown, West VirginiaB .S . — Bowie State University
Ruth Oluwadare PopoolaLandover, MarylandB .S . — Towson University
MASTER OF ARTS IN ORGANIZATIONAL COMMUNICATIONS
Oluwayemisi Hannifah AdebanjoBowie, MarylandB .A . — University of Lagos Adeem Mohammed H. Al HanoVienna, VirginiaB .A . — George Mason University
Faisal Ojayr AlotaibiAlexandria, VirginiaB .A . — Saud Islamic University
Emmanuel Chidubem ArahAdelphi, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
Lewis Alexander Chatsika IISilver Spring, MarylandB .A . — University of Maryland
Latasha Denise ColemanCrofton, MarylandB .S . — University of Maryland
Joshua Markel Davis-StokesLaurel, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
Modupe Olayinka FaloreSevern, MarylandB .A . — Bowen University
Brian JohnsonWashington, D .C .B .A . — Drexel University
Roderick James JoseySuitland, MarylandB .A . — Livingstone College
Kalea PhelpsLaurel, MarylandB .A . — Delaware State University
Matthew Brian PhillipsUpper Marlboro, MarylandB .A . — Shepherd University
Damilola Victoria OlaoyeGlenn Dale, MarylandB .S . — Redeemer’s University
Robyn Lashay StevensSilver Spring, MarylandB .A . — Virginia Union University
David Lee ThompsonBowie, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
Monique Nicole WardwickWaldorf, MarylandB .S . — University of Maryland
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Mary Debi AbesonRandallstown, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
Omolara Shadiat AfolabiBowie, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
Joshua Adeyemi AdebamboBowie, MarylandB .S . — Covenant Univeristy
Abangolee J. CaulcrickLanham, MarylandB .S . — University of Liberia
Latasha Marie GreeneBowie, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
Lisa L. JingLaurel, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
James McCarterWashington, D .C . B .S . — Bowie State University
Lakeiva Chanell ReidBowie, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
Herson Manuel RomeroHyattsville, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
Christine Delores WashingtonUpper Marlboro, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
MASTER OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Sylvia Afiwa AklikokouBeltsville, MarylandB .S . — Salisbury University
Elijah O’Neil Bell-ClarkeBeltsville, MarylandB .A . — Morehouse College
Laura Enyo BenissanLaurel, MarylandB .S . — University of Maryland
Kim Dakota BoydWindsor Mill, MarylandB .S . — Stevenson University
Toty BoleyPhiladelphia, PennsylvaniaB .S . — Slippery Rock University
Nicole C. BradshawBrandywine, MarylandB .S . — University of Maryland
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MASTER OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION continued
Jynnea Melisa CampbellColumbia, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
Cecily Y. DennisUpper Marlboro, MarylandB .A . — University of the District of Columbia
Tanaysha Lashunae Echols Hanover, MarylandB .S . — American Military University
Henry FadojutimiWaldorf, MarylandB .S . — University of the District of Columbia
Angelique R. GladdenBeltsville, MarylandB .S . — Coppin State University
Jatorie JonesFrederick, MarylandB .S . — Morgan State University
Derise Charmange MajorHanover, MarylandB .S . — Saint Leo University
Brooksie Janel MarburyWashington D .C .B .A . — University of the District of Columbia
Rachel Heather McKinleyOxon Hill, MarylandB .S . — Towson University
Matthew O’ConnorAnnapolis, MarylandB .S . — Towson University
Takiya ReidFar Rockaway, New YorkB .A . — Plaza College of New York
Calvin Lamont TysonClinton, MarylandB .A . — University of Maryland
Ryan Andrew WashingtonSilver Spring, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
Alexandria Tai WheelerWaldorf, MarylandB .S . — Johnson & Wales University
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN APPLIED AND COMPUTATIONAL MATHEMATICS
Loc Michael LeSilver Spring, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
Seth KorantengSilver Spring, MarylandB .S . — University of Education Winneba
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE
Olalekan Ismail AbdulazeezLaurel, MarylandB .S . — University of Ilorin
Michael Edward BoyerLaurel, MarylandB .S . — University of Missouri
Antonio K. Brown IIWaldorf, MarylandB .A . — Frostburg State University
Nada ChaouiColumbia, MarylandB .S . — University of North Texas
Pingchuan MaBerwyn Heights, MarylandB .S . — Chinese Academy of Sciences
Stephanie Nicole ParkerBowie, MarylandB .S . — Savannah State University
Melvin Paul-KamaraSevern, MarylandB .S . — University of Maryland
Reynaldo Rafael RosarioHyattsville, MarylandB .S . — Dominican University O&M
Varun WadhwaGermantown, MarylandB .S . — University of Maryland
Theodore A. WalkerLanham, MarylandB .S . — University of Maryland
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Adebayo Michael AdebamboBowie, MarylandB .S . — Covenant University
Olabisi Oyewande AkandeAnnandale, MarylandB .S . — Bowen University
Mumini AlatiseNothingham, MarylandB .A . — Ministere de Education Nationale
Oluwatomi Christiana BanjoSevern, MarylandB .S . — Babcock University
Akinjide Victor BelloGwynn Oak, MarylandB .A . — Obafemi Awolowo University
Yusuf Olukayode BisiriyuLaurel, MarylandB .A . — Federal University of Agriculture
Dymond J. EstepWaldorf, MarylandB .A . — Bennett College
India Darshenna JohnsonUpper Marlboro, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
Oluwatoyin Esther KodeHyattsville, MarylandB .S . — Obafemi Awolowo University
Princessa Paul MwafongoLaurel, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
Musa Ayodeji OlushogaLanham, MarylandB .S . — University of Lagos
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College of Business
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMScontinued
Suzanna Orighomisan OsatuyiGreenbelt, MarylandB .S . — University of Benin
Ololade Joy Oshatola Upper Marlboro, MarylandB .S . — Covenant University
Tiffany Sharell PerestaBowie, MarylandB .S . — Pierce College
Benjamin SinclairWaldorf, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
Modesta Suriel Garcia KellyHanover, MarylandB .A . — Technological University of Santiago
MASTER OF ARTS IN COUNSELING PSYCHOLOGY
Akira M. BrownTemple Hills, MarylandB .A . — Salisbury University
Jayda Keyerra BlountWaldorf, MarylandB .A . — Hood College
Kimberly ClemontsBowie, MarylandB .S . — Pennsylvania State University
Cieara Necole DavisLaurel, MarylandB .A . — Virginia State University
Elisabeth Shavonne FitzpatrickUpper Marlboro, MarylandB .A . — Marshall University
Siara Monet HarmonUpper Marlboro, MarylandB .S . — Morgan State University
Drew-Taylor McCraeWaldorf, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
Marlissa J. MyersWaldorf, MarylandB .S . – University of Maryland
Prestina Lashon PerryAnnapolis, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
Iesha Patrice RosenboroWaldorf, Maryland B .S . — Bowie State University
Charelle Stewart Waldorf, MarylandB .S . — University of Maryland
David Sylvester ThompsonLanham, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
Morgan Chantelle TuttUpper Marlboro, MarylandB .A . — North Carolina Agriculture & Technology State University
Rishanda Renee WinchesterLaurel, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
MASTER OF ARTS IN MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING
Lativia S. BrownTemple Hills, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
Dominique Samone Kia FaysonHyattsville, MarylandB .S . — University of Maryland
Tierra HowardHyattsville, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
Maureen IfeagwuLanham, MarylandB .S . — University of Calabar
Sarita Shanaye JohnsonLanham, MarylandB .A . — Argosy University
Nazlah S. Johnson-GunthropTowson, MarylandB .S . — Wilberforce University
Jennifer Justina JonesGreenbelt, MarylandB .S . — University of Maryland
Brianna A. LeonardSilver Spring, MarylandB .S . — Commonwealth University
Sylvia Luyayi MukasaLaurel, MarylandB .A . — University of Nairobi
Lauren Monique PearsonSavage, MarylandB .S . — University of Maryland
Lucia Beatriz PenaChesapeake Beach, MarylandB .S . — Frostburg State University
Stacey Michelle RoweWaldorf, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
Taylor Elizabeth StocksAnnapolis, MarylandB .S . — Salisbury University
Tina SurrattClinton, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
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MASTER OF ARTS IN MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING continued
Calvin Rainford WallaceGreenbelt, MarylandB .S . — Howard University
Kathleen Madeline WoodworthClinton, MarylandB .S . — University of Maryland
MASTER OF ARTS IN TEACHING
Mikaela Jewelisa GravesCrofton, MarylandB .A . — Frostburg State University
Denise Paula PepeBowie, MarylandB .S . — University of Maryland
Juan Jose RivasSilver Spring, MarylandB .A . — University of Maryland
Max Joshua SimonPotomac, MarylandB .A . — University of Tampa
Felicia Michelle ThomasUpper Marlboro, MarylandB .A . — Morgan State University
MASTER OF EDUCATION IN READING
Guinevere Rosalia Montinola BernabeColumbia, MarylandB .S . — Trinity Washington University
Nia Renee CleageHyattsville, MarylandB .S . — Howard University
Taletta Nyann CoatesDistrict Heights, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
Kenyatta Monica CooperCrofton, MarylandB .S . — Coppin State University
Melissa Lynn EricssonGlen Burnie, MarylandB .S . — Bloomsburg University
Kaitlyn Marie GeskeyCapitol Heights, MarylandB .S . — York College of Pennsylvania
Andrea Kimberly HolleyCapitol Heights, MarylandB .S . — Norfolk State University
Shannon Mara-Jane LutzChurchton, MarylandB .S . — Towson University
Shearay Monique MyersGreenbelt, MarylandB .A . — College of Saint Elizabeth
Lorraine Elizabeth Peniston-JosephBrentwood, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
Brandi Lynn PierreUpper Marlboro, MarylandB .S . — Eastern Michigan University
Lanee’ Karina SheffieldBowie, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
MASTER OF EDUCATION IN SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION AND SUPERVISION
April Raiford ArchieBowie, MarylandB .A . — The City College of New York
Jereme Charles JosephWaldorf, MarylandB .S . — Howard University
MASTER OF EDUCATION IN SCHOOL COUNSELING
Santana Joseph DickersonBaltimore, MarylandB .S . — Coppin State University
Temitope Bidemi FakinledeBowie, MarylandB .A . — University of Maryland
Teresa Tess GoffOxon Hill, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
Tiana Maria HinesWashington, D .C .B .S . — Trinity Washington University
Sarah Katharine HolmesStevensville, MarylandB .S . — Kutztown University
Marisa Lynn MorrisHuntingtown, MarylandB .A . — Davis & Elkins College
Gretchen Ludwig SalopekWaldorf, MarylandB .S . — Indiana University
Imani Renee TaylorSuitland, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
MASTER OF EDUCATION IN SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGY
Martha Marie BrownWindsor Mill, MarylandB .A . — University of Alabama
Renee’ Nicole HallLaurel, MarylandB .S . — Youngstown State University
Samantha Lee NicholsCatonsville, MarylandB .S . — University of Maryland
Patrick Michael Robinson-LinkBaltimore, MarylandB .S . — Trinity University
Rachel Irelene ReedChestertown, MarylandB .A . — Elizabethtown College
Ashley Rose RosnerReisterstown, MarylandB .S . — Stevenson University
Aubry Anne SharpBoise, IdahoB .S . — Boise State University
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College of Education
College of Professional Studies
MASTER OF EDUCATION IN SECONDARY EDUCATION
Olubukola AdeshiyanChesapeake Beach, MarylandB .S . — Ladoke Akintola University of Technology
MASTER OF EDUCATION IN SPECIAL EDUCATION
Deidra Louise DanielsUpper Marlboro, MarylandB .S . — Central State University
Destiny Patricia McGeeGwynn Oak, MarylandB .A . — Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
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MASTER OF ARTS IN HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
Chinasa Susan AdigweHyattsville, MarylandB .S . — University of Nigeria
Abdullah Saad AlfalehVienna, VirginiaB .S . — King Abdulaziz University
Abdulrahman Nasser AldhafeeriWilmington, DelewareB .S . — Saud Islamic University
Bashayer Abdulhalim BadawiAlexandria, VirginiaB .S . — Marymount University
Reem Shahatah BakheetWashington, D .C . B .S . — King Abdulaziz University
Laurie Christina BrownLaurel, MarylandB .A . — University of Maryland, College Park
Tatiana Jari CintronColumbia, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
Karen Renee ColesHughesville, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
Calvin Alexander CrawleyBowie, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
Jonathan Momolu DixonLaurel, MarylandB .S . — Virginia State University
William Brendayle DrewFort Washington, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
Taylor Charmane Edwards Laurel, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
Shanice Renee’ GomireTemple Hills, MarylandB .A . — University of Debuque
Samantha Soroya HayeLanham, MarylandB .A . — University of the West Indies, Mona
Kemisola Joy HinnBowie, MarylandB .S . — University of Nigeria
Anuoluwapo Elizabeth JamesUpper Marlboro, MarylandB .S . — Morgan State University
Alexia Antionette JohnsonBowie, MarylandB .S . — Pennsylvania State University
Lindsea A. JonesSilver Spring, MarylandB .S . — Old Dominion University
Kamisha Lorraine KellamDistrict Heights, MarylandB .S . — SUNY Albany
Charles Henry Miles IIIHanover, MarylandB .A . — Georgia Southern University
Udoka Ifechukwude OgraLanham, MarylandB .S . — Nigeria Edo University
Olayinka O. OlorisadeLanham, MarylandB .S . — Igbinedion University
Taryn Justine OuztsLargo, MarylandB .S . — Morgan State University
Samala Pepita ParkerSuitland, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
Carrera D. SmithBaltimore, MarylandB .S . — Morgan State University
Jessica Morgan StewartUpper Marlboro, MarylandB .S . — Norfolk State University
Alexandria Camille VandrosLaurel, MarylandB .S . — University of Baltimore
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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN NURSING
Modupe Olamide AdefiyijuLaurel, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
Mispa A. AfuehUpper Marlboro, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
Esther Ezinneamaka AgajeluGaithersburg, MarylandB .S . — Delaware State University
Afuah Fobi AgyapongUpper Marlboro, MarylandB .S . — Howard University
Erik BazeBaltimore, MarylandB .S . — Grand Canyon University
Pushpa CheriyanGreenbelt, MarylandB .S . — Panjab University
Nnechi Ogechukwu ChiduemeBoyds, MarylandB .S . — Howard University
Crystal Nicole DebearyCrownsville, MarylandB .S . — Coppin State University
Celestine Ekane EkehBurtonsville, MarylandB .S . — Delaware State University
Julius Doh Fokwen-TitachuBowie, MarylandB .S . — Frostburg State University
George-Marie Tonia GarberEllicott City, MarylandB .S . — State University of New York
Rezvaneh GoodarziColumbia, MarylandB .S . — Notre Dame of Maryland University
Rajeswari GorrepatiColumbia, MarylandB .S . — University of Health Sciences
Carlitta T. HarrisOxon Hill, MarylandB .S . — University of Maryland
Thuy Vy Nguyen Lyn-KewGlen Burnie, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University
Tracy Kinanu MuthamiaLanham, MarylandB .S . — University of the District of Columbia
Grace Oledinma OfforLanham, MarylandB .S . — American Sentinel University
Charity Ndidi OkaforUpper Marlboro, MarylandB .S . — Coppin State University
Lumumba Ahota PierceParksville, MarylandB .S . — Morgan State University
Wubit T. RaruTakoma Park, MarylandB .S . — University of the District of Columbia
Cynthia Andoh Safo-MensaUpper Marlboro, MarylandB .S . — Univesity of the District of Columbia
Janice Cecylia VazNorth Potomac, MarylandB .S . — Shreemati Nathibai Damodar Thackersey Women’s University
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Latin HonorsSumma Cum Laude 3 .85 – 4 .00 Magna Cum Laude 3 .65 – 3 .84 Cum Laude 3 .50 – 3 .64
This list of Honors and Recognition compiled as of June 5, 2020 .* Denotes 4 .0 GPA .
Academic Recognition
Transfer students who have earned 30–59 semester hours at Bowie State University with a GPA of 3 .50 or higher .
Julissa T. Arias Antwuan Eugene Brown Jikaela La, Ren Call
Kyrie K. Degruttola Brittany-Monae, D. Dixon Cierra Lynette Gamble
Uhood Abdalla Mohamed Elhassan Hamza
Jestina Johnson
Bionca Unique McClure Sonia Sultana
Emmanuela Abraham Didas Setondji Akognon Nadar Musaad Almutari Yvonne Korantemaa Amponsah Stephanie Opeyemi Babatunde Daijha Ballard Samantha E. Bell Deiondrea Clarelena Berry Aaliyah Michelle Bratcher Charlyce B. Brown Selena A. Brown Alaya A. Butler Jennifer L. Chavez Khiry Rashawn Clark
Dialante Daniels Rita Dill Andrew S. Dixon Aundrea Faith Dyson Ineca Ayanna Elliott Jesus Alberto Estrada Daniel Francois III Mahuwena Djele Goito Gabriel T. Gonzales Ashley Kanae Green Jesse James Harr Dan Javier Hernandez Eryka A. Hines Victoria P. Howard
Jasmine W. Johnson Nyiah Jordan Olukayode Olalekan Komolafe Danielle A. LangBeiling Liu Samuel Richard Martinez Kayla A. Mitchell Angelina Shubira Mushala Jaylyn R. Norris Adeline Ntoh Ntungwe Duanny Palma Ashleigh Vera Potter Chereese Danielle Ray Keiona Shontice Revis
Nataly K. Reyes Imani Love Lee Rowe Monae Arnika Tranae Savoy Jaslyn Alexis Simms Ke,Airra Danielle Speigner Julia M. Tasker Gloria Ann Thomas Barbara J. Van Leer Alante Micah Warrick Gregory Wells Jr.Brandon Lynn Williams Shayquan D. Winegan Breana M. Yrlas
Elizabeth Opeoluwa Akinmolayan Elizabeth Irene Allen Maya O. Allen Sayauni Bethea Aaliyah Bobbie Brown Rhonda Doreen Brown Imani Craig Mi,Nique Ann Downs Camila Yoselin Escamilla Javian Rashai Evans
Joan Nzelle Ewane Kmar Anthion Grant-Smith Michael Holton Ekene Mercy Ishicheli Denzel Lee Knox Kameron Coleman Lucas Kyle Coleman Lucas Leroy Madison Joelle Monique Mason Akiras Noni McCants
Shaneice McKenzie Amber R. Melton Jonathon Thomas Moody O,lu Shola A. Olaitan Ikpefua Anderson Olumese Chinonso Michelle Onyeiwu Dezmon Gerrel Ouzts Asya Renee Proctor Sony Pudasaini Victor Eb Ramos
Roland Eugene Reynolds Brittany Veronica Richardson Shari J. Sanders Zainab E. Sesay Diamond Nicole Short Alexa Niquole Stewart Natasha A. Washington Anthony Jordan White Sa,Miya D. Wooten Kalah N. Zeigler
Aisha Marie Barnes* Amelia Bradshaw Steffanie Jade Caison Hannah Joy Ciocon Keva Demerle Colbert Kyle Connolly
Eliza Cordero Jacob Ryan Davis Patience Ifeoma Enyinnaya Brittany N. Gaddy* Katherine Marlene Garcia Acevedo
Leo Angelo D. Genota Ashley Tyler Hawkins Sean Patrick Hicks Brianna Leigh Hood Devon Marquis Kendrick* Melissa Breanna Morgan
Andrea N. Mwando* Christine R. Ramroop* Connell Charles Reese Matthew Jacob Sapienza Victoria Alana Sharps
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MAGNA CUM LAUDE
SUMMA CUM LAUDE
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College of Arts and Sciences
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN ENGLISH
Rhonda Doreen Brown Laurel, Maryland
Keva Demerle Colbert Washington, D .C .
Kassiah A. Drummond Silver Spring, Maryland Mahuwena Djele Goito New Carrollton, Maryland Connell Charles Reese Bowie, Maryland
Michaela J. Taylor Waldorf, Maryland
Haley Elise White Edgewater, Maryland
Yusuff O. Yusuff Bladensburg, Maryland
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN FINE ARTS
Jalen Adam BostonBaltimore, Maryland
Jonaye Elexy Campbell Baltimore, Maryland
Denzel Lee Knox Silver Spring, Maryland
Maurice Nicholes McBrideSevern, Maryland
Robinae C. Moore Bowie, Maryland
Niya M. Stenbar Columbia, Maryland
O’Shah Jamere ThomasRiverdale, Maryland
Destiny Jael Cymone Williams Fort Washington, Maryland
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN HISTORY
Mary E. Wilson Bowie, Maryland
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BIOLOGY
Rebecca Akingbade Bowie, Maryland
Jada M. AlexanderFort Washington, Maryland
Richard Boateng Savage, Maryland
Ryan O. Burton Baltimore, Maryland
Rita Dill Owings, Maryland
Andrew S. Dixon Hyattsville, Maryland
Kenosha Gonsalves Silver Spring, Maryland
Gabriel T. Gonzales Waldorf, Maryland
Dante L. Hamiel Elkridge, Maryland
Jeffrey Todd Harrison District Heights, Maryland
Dinah Keziah Harvey Odenton, Maryland
Jalend Emmanual Hill Lanham, Maryland
Samaria T. Jeune Baltimore, Maryland
Nyiah Jordan Temple Hills, Maryland
Olukayode Olalekan Komolafe Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Alexis Da’Shawn Lovett Oxon Hill, Maryland
Madeleine Audrey Ndema Lanham, Maryland
O’lu Shola A. Olaitan Beltsville, Maryland
Richard Roberts-Gunther Laurel, Maryland
Javon Obrian ScottBowie, Maryland
Keith T. Smith Baltimore, Maryland
Tanisha C. Sparrow-Haythorne Davidsonville, Maryland
Precious Tatum Reisterstown, Maryland
Tydia Thornton Reisterstown, Maryland
Kayla Rochelle Tucker Oxon Hill, Maryland
Mamusu Turay Fort Washington, Maryland
Imani Nia Vega Baltimore, Maryland
Dae’Junay Lucre’Tia-Anna Whalen Edgewood, Maryland
Jessica M. Williams Laurel, Maryland
Isata N. Yokie Bowie, Maryland
Kianna Aaliyah Young Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Simbiat Abisola YusufLaurel, Maryland
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMMUNICATIONS
Elizabeth Irene AllenWaldorf, Maryland
Stephanie Opeyemi Babatunde Bowie, Maryland
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMMUNICATIONS continued
Daijha BallardCapitol Heights, Maryland
Jasmine Annise Beasley Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Boston Brice IV Bowie, Maryland
Dayna Monae BrownCapitol Heights, Maryland
Lauren M. Byrd Baltimore, Maryland
Naya N. Byrd Bowie, Maryland
Andrew J. Chambers Fort Washington, Maryland
Seth Alan Chisolm Jr.Landover, Maryland
Kenneth Alexander Cook IIHyattsville, Maryland
Dialante DanielsClinton, Maryland
Shavin N. Devonish Landover, Maryland
Christopher Dina Laurel, Maryland
Dayna M. DownsWashington, D .C .
Donovan P. Erskine Abingdon, Maryland
Nebiy Esayas Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
William Flowers III Baltimore, Maryland
Brittany N. GaddyUpper Marlboro, Maryland
Alijah Monique Gee Frederick, Maryland
Joseph Francis Gethers IIBowie, Maryland
Kendra Kamil Harley Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Jesse James Harr Crofton, Maryland
Dan Javier Hernandez APO, AE
Nehemiah Darnell HolidayRandallstown, Maryland
Kai Alexis Holmes-Cook Windsor Mill, Maryland
Justin Arnell Jacobs Randallstown, Maryland
Destiny JohnsonGwynn Oak, Maryland
Bre’Ana P. Jones Odenton, Maryland
Michelle E. Jupiter Silver Spring, Maryland
Taylor King Prince Frederick, Maryland
Christopher B. Knight Pikesville, Maryland
Derace Beradis LauderdaleBowie, Maryland
Beiling Liu Lanham, Maryland
Tamani Antionette Lynch Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Danzel James Waverly Manley Waldorf, Maryland
Khurdijah Armani McNeill Washington, D .C .
Melissa Breanna Morgan Hyattsville, Maryland
Ciara D. Napier Wooden District Heights, Maryland
Dorcas Folakemi Osinowo Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Asya Renee Proctor Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Roland Eugene ReynoldsBrandywine, Maryland
Oladapo Emmanuel Sanyaolu Hyattsville, Maryland
Saidah R. Sargent Baltimore, Maryland
Jessica Caitlin Sherman Pasadena, Maryland
Tasia Patrece TaylorWhite Plains, Maryland
Chant’e Angela Thompson College Park, Maryland
Teriq M. Thompson Fort Washington, Maryland
De’Anne D. VaughanUpper Marlboro, Maryland
Brandon Andre Williams Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Brandon Lynn WilliamsDistrict Heights, Maryland
Jorae I. Williams Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Monet N. WrightBaltimore, Maryland
Tempest A. Yancey Baltimore, Maryland
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE
Deiondrea Clarelena Berry Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Chidubem EzinneLanham, Maryland
Fassil A. Fa-Yusuf Bladensburg, Maryland
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE continued
Daniel Francois IIILanham, Maryland
Leo Angelo D. Genota Bowie, Maryland
Isaiah W. Gregory Randallstown, Maryland
Isaiah D. LewisFort Washington, Maryland
Lambo Joke Malafa Laurel, Maryland
Joelle Monique MasonBrandywine, Maryland
Cymone A. McDowell Fort Washington, Maryland
Jonathon Thomas MoodyFort Washington, Maryland
Obinna U. Onyima Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Alphonso Smith Jr.Baltimore, Maryland
Xavier Dion Thomas Taneytown, Maryland
Kayla V. ThompsonBowie, Maryland
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY
Anthony Adedoyin Waldorf, Maryland Adel Hammad Alruwaili Laurel, Maryland
Ashley Chinenye Azike Randallstown, Maryland Robel Hailu BarakiHyattsville, Maryland Wesley Austin BarnesSuitland, Maryland
John T. ClendeninBowie, Maryland
Kmar Anthion Grant-Smith Brandywine, Maryland
Ayomide S. Iyapo Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Alhaji M. Kanu Silver Spring, Maryland Omega Sasha Marks Clinton, Maryland
Atehnge Morfaw Lanham, Maryland Ikpefua Anderson Olumese Randallstown, Maryland Mayowa Omobo Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Keiona Shontice Revis Greenbelt, Maryland Justin I. Rogers Upper Marlboro, Maryland Cion C. Sandidge Hyattsville, Maryland Prince Sarkodie Hyattsville, Maryland
Malayshia K. Seegers District Heights, Maryland
Zhaquan M. Walker Upper Marlboro, Maryland Kayla P. Wright Clinton, Maryland
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ENGLISH
Dezmon Gerrel Ouzts Upper Marlboro, Maryland Shania Rose Wahler Waldorf, Maryland
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN HISTORY
Mohamad D. Ashkar Bowie, Maryland
Brianna Nicole O’Daniel Dunkirk, Maryland
Jose Romero-Ventura Lanham, Maryland
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN GOVERNMENT
Jacob Ryan Davis College Park, Maryland
Menelik C. Eldridge Bowie, Maryland
Samuel Richard MartinezLaurel, Maryland
Dajon M. Purvis Chambers Washington, D .C .
Chereese Danielle Ray Temple Hills, Maryland
Noumkouba Toure College Park, Maryland
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MATHEMATICS
Patrick Ellis Adegbaye Landover, Maryland
Tiara D. Adams (Posthumous)Bowie, Maryland
Ibukunoluwa Oluwalonsola Ayo-Durojaiye Damascus, Maryland
Aaliyah Michelle Bratcher Mount Laurel, New Jersey Cobi Heron Laurel, Maryland
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN THEATER ARTS
Whitney Chantel Jefferson Washington, D .C .
Christen Munroe-Jones Randallstown, Maryland Shalom Chidimma Omo-Osagie Rosedale, Maryland
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN VISUAL COMMUNICATION AND DIGITAL ARTS
Jessica C. Adams Waldorf, Maryland
Didas Setondji Akognon Laurel, Maryland
Kelah Aleah Prudence Anderson Glen Burnie, Maryland Alaya A. Butler Bowie, Maryland
Jesus Alberto Estrada Beltsville, Maryland
Javian Rashai Evans Suitland, Maryland
Antonio Rene Garcia Clinton, Maryland
Sydnee Monae HunterFort Washington, Maryland
Devon Marquis Kendrick Fort Washington, Maryland
Amber R. Melton Bel Air, Maryland
Angelina Shubira Mushala Lanham, Maryland
Savanah Valencia NelsonCapitol Heights, Maryland
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Tariq Rafeed Bin AbdullahFort Washington, Maryland
Diona Tamia AdamsBryans Road, Maryland
Adnan Muhammed AjanahLaurel, Maryland
Salman Mohammed AlajmiAlexandria, Virginia
Marwan Ahmed Alamari Tiffin, Ohio
Sarah AlarifiRiyadh, Saudi Arabia
Faisal Salem Alatawi Baltimore, Maryland
Hussam Rashid Aldhahri Hyattsville, Maryland
Mohammed Abdullah H. AlfohaidVienna, Virginia
Nadar Musaad Almutari Silver Spring, Maryland
MazenDaghash M. AlqahtaniCharlotte, North Carolina
Mohammed Ibrahim AlsaggafKingston, Pennsylvania
Fahad Mohammed N. AlsubaieCharlotte, North Carolina
Adel Dhifallah Alzahrani Herndon, Virginia
Samuel O. Ayodele Lanham, Maryland
Megan Courtney Bell Baltimore, Maryland
Zainab Chiderah Braimoh Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Jacob Benny Brown Windsor Mill, Maryland
Anthonyce Glenika BrowneCollege Park, Maryland
Imani Symone Burrell Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Steffanie Jade Caison Fort Washington, Maryland
Erica Jasmin Carter Columbia, Maryland
Taylor B. Chase Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Jalen Chantel Coleman Waldorf, Maryland
Kyle Connolly Crofton, Maryland
Deonte Jamar Copeland Suitland, Maryland
Zoey De Los Santos De La CruzLaurel, Maryland
Donna Alexis Deigh Severn, Maryland
Aniya Sarena Demery Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Yasmeen R. DeonarainBowie, Maryland
Tyra Nechelle Doles Oxon Hill, Maryland
Jamia Lanee Dove Greenbelt, Maryland
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION continued
Tamia Renee Dove Greenbelt, Maryland
Paula T. Egbe Ellicott City, Maryland
Sabrina Encarnacion Washington, D .C .
Timothy Oyetunji Esuola Bowie, Maryland
Brooke Maia Evans Bowie, Maryland
Abraham Gebrehiwot Suitland, Maryland
Omari Michael George Baltimore, Maryland
Beverlly Marielous GonzalezBrentwood, Maryland
Jamie Inez Gough Baltimore, Maryland
Frances E. Gray District Heights, Maryland
Tershiya Nyshayla Green Cambridge, Maryland
Shantel Jacqueline Hinds Roxbury, Massachusetts
Delica Marcia Holder Washington, D .C .
Ekene Mercy Ishicheli Glenarden, Maryland
Ray R. Jefferies Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Talitha N. Johnson Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Kajuan A. Kelly-Gilmore Waldorf, Maryland
Armani N. Knight Columbia, Maryland
Michelle Solange KoundouBurtonsville, Maryland
Zyair J. Long Bryans Road, Maryland
Kenyetta Nataki Louis Bowie, Maryland
Kameron Coleman Lucas Mitchellville, Maryland
Kyle Coleman Lucas Bowie, Maryland
Jordan K. Martin Waldorf, Maryland
Ariel Briona McCain Baltimore, Maryland
Kiera Nicole McSwain Cheltenham, Maryland
Uhood Abdalla Mohamed Elhassan Hamza Brooklyn, Maryland
Ciarra Simone Moseley Windsor Mill, Maryland
Kelechi C. Nwadike Silver Spring, Maryland
Jevison Nzemenoh La Plata, Maryland
Segun J. Oderinde Riverdale, Maryland
Nnadozie Daniel OgbonnaBowie, Maryland
Kemi Ogunwumiju Hyattsville, Maryland
Mfonabasi Grace Okon Beltsville, Maryland
Toluwalope A. Olaitan Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Mitchell A. Plater Sunderland, Maryland
Jock Koby Pollock Washington, D .C .
Emmanuel E. Pratt Silver Spring, Maryland
Charles Andrew Ragland Brentwood, Maryland
TaTiana Sahara Rawlings Washington, D .C .
Jarve J. Rogers Chicago, Illinois
Shari J. Sanders Lanham, Maryland
Justin A. Scott Capitol Heights, Maryland
Sabrina Singh Bowie, Maryland
Diana Slopow Temple Hills, Maryland
Akili A. Smith Bowie, Maryland
Ke,Airra Danielle Speigner Bowie, Maryland
Tiffany Lerei Spence Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Summer D. Stephens Baltimore, Maryland
Amber Shinae Strong White Plains, Maryland
Ragan Nicole Talbert Fort Washington, Maryland
Britney Janae Tate Fort Washington, Maryland
Lionel S. Taylor Bowie, Maryland
Loic Dimitri Tchebetchou Laurel, Maryland
Herman Lee Watkins IIITemple Hills, Maryland
Nickeisha R.E. Wellington Laurel, Maryland
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION continued
Suprenia T. West-Burton Glen Burnie, Maryland
Brandon Jamal Wiggins District Heights, Maryland
Mishay Carleya Willis Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Davon Timothy Winder Baltimore, Maryland
Christopher Anthony WissmannPasadena, Maryland
Ben-Haiman Yacoubou Adelphi, Maryland
Kierra Alexandra Young Upper Marlboro, Maryland
College of Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
Patrice BrownEssex, Maryland
Hannah Joy Ciocon Bowie, Maryland
Brianna Leigh HoodPasadena, Maryland
Ayana Nashaun MackallUpper Marlboro, Maryland
Susana Moreira Silver Spring, Maryland
Jessica Lynn SteinatCrownsville, Maryland
Julia M. Tasker Annapolis, Maryland
Barbara J. Van Leer Gaithersburg, Maryland
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
Kayla I. Darby Laurel, Maryland
Kyrie K. Degruttola Hyattsville, Maryland Faith Angelica Garner Clinton, Maryland
Ashley Tyler HawkinsBowie, Maryland
Victoria P. Howard Clinton, Maryland
Jermaine Lloyd JacksonSuitland, Maryland
Jasmine W. JohnsonRidgely, Maryland
Damyrah Patlynn MumfordDelmar, Maryland
Jaylyn R. Norris Lanham, Maryland
Christine R. Ramroop Bowie, Maryland
Essence Tenequa ReavesBrandywine, Maryland
Brittany Veronica Richardson Washington, D .C .
Matthew Jacob Sapienza Bowie, Maryland Alante Mary Corene Velez Bowie, Maryland
Da,Sai Monae Walker Capitol Heights, Maryland
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN SPORT MANAGEMENT
Nia Khali BakerCatonsville, Maryland Gaston Tyler Cooper Silver Spring, Maryland
Raven Nicole Harris Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Stephon Joshua Harrison New York, New York Michael Holton Germantown, Maryland Dionte Marquise Johnson Fort Washington, Maryland
Kai J. Johnson Towson, Maryland Derrick Lydell Kittrell Jr. Randallstown, Maryland Danielle A. Lang Syracuse, New York Leland Jerome Miller Beltsville, Maryland
Victor Eb Ramos Arnold, Mayland
Mikel Javon Rollins Fort Washington, Maryland
Alexa Niquole Stewart Laurel, Maryland
Delonta Muhammad Tinsley Washington, D .C .
Michael Lawrence West III Fort Washington, Maryland
Diago R. Williams Riverdale, Maryland
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BACHELOR OF ARTS IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Oscar Andre AustinGambrills, Maryland Melissa E. BrownBrooklyn, New York
Diamond M. Linzie Adelphi, Maryland Diamond Aleah Lyles Waldorf, Maryland
Bilqees S. StoverSilver Spring, Maryland Justina TownsendUniondale, New York Alante Micah WarrickUpper Marlboro, Maryland
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN SOCIOLOGY
Vernon Quentin Jones Mitchellville, Maryland Samuel A. Moore III Cheverly, Maryland
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CHILD AND ADOLESCENT STUDIES
Brianna Anthony Rockville, Maryland
Tanina Lashea BivinsLa Plata, Maryland
Charlyce B. Brown Riverdale, Maryland
Nancy Bulhassan Hyattsville, Maryland
Sydnee Keyanna Clark Waldorf, Maryland
Ineca Ayanna Elliott Cambridge, Maryland
Love Jesus Fleurizard Columbia, Maryland
Cierra Lynette Gamble Bryans Road, Maryland
Lartrice Kristian Harrell Waldorf, Maryland
Felicia L. Hart Randallstown, Maryland
Imani Monae Hughes Laurel, Maryland
Natisha M. Jenkins New Carrollton, Maryland
Vivia Debrelyn Lewis Riverdale, Maryland
Leathy Hunter McLaughlin New Carrollton, Maryland
Nnenna Obianuju Onuora Glendale, Maryland
Briana Shirley Pleasants Bowie, Maryland
Alexis Pumphrey Columbia, Maryland
Brittany A. Richburg Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Ache N. Ross Fort Washington, Maryland
Brittany Bianca SaundersHyattsville, Maryland
Patrice Joy SaundersOlney, Maryland
Zainab E. Sesay Washington, D .C .
Victoria Alana Sharps Laurel, Maryland
Candy Diane Smith Germantown, Maryland
Janique Renee StevensonWashington, D .C .
Mary N. Ukaegbu Oxon Hill, Maryland
Tahjai Renee Ward-FrazierBowie, Maryland
Natasha A. Washington Easton, Maryland
Regene Mone WhiteBaltimore, Maryland
Lauren Alexis Williams Ellicott City, Maryland
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Afolabi Nathan AbeUpper Marlboro, Maryland
Keeshawn Cory AddisonLanham, Maryland
Mimi Akong Hyattsville, Maryland
Morgan M. Allen-WilliamsBowie, Maryland
Hassanatu Bah Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Frank Lee BaileyWashington, D .C . Aisha Marie BarnesWaldorf, Maryland
Sayauni Bethea District Heights, Maryland Amelia BradshawFayetteville, Georgia Jason D. BrandonLargo, Maryland
Selena A. Brown Columbia, Maryland
Jikaela Laren Call Lothian, Maryland Brittany Nicole Campbell Lanham, Maryland
Jennifer L. ChavezBerwyn Heights, Maryland
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE continued
Sabrina CueHyattsville, Maryland
Michael D. Curry Bowie, Maryland Rodney D. Dawson Mardela Springs, Maryland
Kayla Denise DowdyFort Washington, Maryland Danielle Chisom EgbufoamaFort Washington, Maryland
Amani Chanel Evans Suitland, Maryland
Emmanuel Elijah FranklinBaltimore, Maryland
Katherine Marlene Garcia Landover, Maryland
Julian George Granby Jr.Silver Spring, Maryland
Danielle HackettAdelphi, Maryland
Jada Simone Harris Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Paris Jahkita HarrisonBryans Road, Maryland
Sean Patrick Hicks Annapolis, Maryland
Destini Lashae JohnsonBaltimore, Maryland
Abril N. Jones Aberdeen, Maryland
Camille A. Jones Fort Washington, Maryland Trianna N. Jones Odenton, Maryland
Renee Virginia Kydd District Heights, Maryland
Davidson LauredanSilver Spring, Maryland
Marie Lise Levry Silver Spring, Maryland
Jada McCullough Baltimore, Maryland
Shaneice McKenzie Brentwood, Maryland
Shana-Lee S. McKenzie Burtonsville, Maryland
Montre D. MartinBrandywine, Maryland
Lynnette A. Miller Silver Spring, Maryland
Christina Joy Minter Fort Washington, Maryland Kiona Jaynay MontgomeryWhite Plains, Maryland Andrea N. Mwando Greenbelt, Maryland
Cashea L. Paige Baltimore, Maryland
Nataly K. Reyes Lanham, Maryland
Anessa Renee RiveraBowie, Maryland
Imani Love Lee Rowe Silver Spring, Maryland
Diamond Nicole ShortSuitland, Maryland
Lolita D. Simmons Capitol Heights, Maryland
Jaslyn Alexis SimmsClinton, Maryland
Juvonny Orlando SizemoreBowie, Maryland
Breant Hydea SmithSilver Spring, Maryland
Briana Monae TateFort Washington, Maryland
Jada A. ThomasBurtonsville, Maryland
Delonte Tyler Tibbs Bowie, Maryland
Lea M. WhiteheadOdenton, Maryland
Chenelle Carol Williams-Massey White Plains, Maryland Joshua Caleb YoungJoppa, Maryland Breana M. Yrlas Ellicott City, Maryland
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING
Shakirat Bukola Abbas Glenn Dale, Maryland
Yvonne Bihnwi Abegley Adelphi, Maryland
Emmaculate Etih Adeck Blendensburg, Maryland
Elizabeth Opeoluwa AkinmolayanBowie, Maryland
Ruth Nchumulu Alaaha Temple Hills, Maryland
Samuel None Antwi-Boasiakoh New Carrollton, Maryland
Clintin Nkemju Bakwa Bowie, Maryland
Christina Chantel Becton Silver Spring, Maryland
Patience Carr Hanover, Maryland
Noel Ray Ciocon Bowie, Maryland
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING continued
Reuben Jay Aguisando Ciocon Bowie, Maryland
Florence Lamosi Dogho Bowie, Maryland
Ashley Sade English Nottingham, Maryland
Racheal C. George Bowie, Maryland
Catherine A. Hardwick Glenn Dale, Maryland
Onyeka Elvis Iwudyke Baltimore, Maryland
Hawanatu Konneh Bowie, Maryland
Gwendoline Atuh Njang Riverdale, Maryland
Bebine Horine Noe Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Onyinyechi Nwude Glenarden, Maryland
Felly Nyota White Oak, Maryland
Ebere Felicia Okeke Greenbelt, Maryland
Olufisayo Omobo Windsor Mill, Maryland
Chinonso Michelle Onyeiwu Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Uchenna Caroline Owunna Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Sony Pudasaini Hyattsville, Maryland
Cynthia Sirri Tembi New Carrollton, Maryland
Linda Khadioli Yonge Hyattsville, Maryland
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN PSYCHOLOGY
Monsurat Funmilola AdamsOdenton, Maryland
Mohammad Bani AlanaziFairfax, Virginia
Maya O. Allen Baltimore, Maryland
Oluwatobi J. Amona Lanham, Maryland
Yvonne Korantemaa Amponsah Laurel, Maryland
Brittney Andrews Lanham, Maryland
Devinity Apollon District Heights, Maryland
Julissa T. Arias Beltsville, Maryland
Taiwo F. Asooye Baltimore, Maryland
Kori Breon Baltimore Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Samantha E. Bell Waldorf, Maryland
Shannel A. Blake Owings Mills, Maryland
Taylor A. Bramwell Bowie, Maryland
Alaya Breahn Collins Lanham, Maryland
Brittany-Monae, D. Dixon Hyattsville, Maryland
Jahmeela Asha Edwards Brentwood, Maryland
Paulinelle Nkombu Fonzock EkenyaUpper Marlboro, Maryland
Camila Yoselin Escamilla Crofton, Maryland
Emmanuel Etoo Ndjongo Bowie, Maryland
Aiyana Green Severna Park, Maryland
Kamari Ivan Gupta Greenbelt, Maryland
Brittney Brashae Hayes Brandywine, Maryland
Anna Marrie Higgins Gaithersburg, Maryland
Eryka A. Hines Annapolis, Maryland
Sadiyah T. Jenkins Owings Mills, Maryland
Adama Kamara Crofton, Maryland
Kiana I. Layne Windsor Mill, Maryland
Makayla Lynae Mansfield Camp Springs, Maryland
Bionca Unique McClure Lanham, Maryland
Mia Lynn McLaughlin Suitland, Maryland
Japria Mitchell Laurel, Maryland
Kayla A. Mitchell Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Matthew James Mobley Hyattsville, Maryland
Monsurat Funmilola Musa Odenton, Maryland
Dyonna A. Nelson Fort Washington, Maryland
Tolulope A. Ogunlola Fairmount Heights, Maryland
Krista Okanume Upper Marlboro, Maryland
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN PSYCHOLOGY continued
Dejahna Oliver Forestville, Maryland
Olufisayo Omobo Windsor Mill, Maryland
Niza R. Pooranmal Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Ashleigh Vera Potter Bowie, Maryland
Taylor M. Reeder Forestville, Maryland
Jason Alexander Roberts District Heights, Maryland
Alexis T. Smith Washington, D .C .
E-Leayah Jenae Swann Washington, D .C .
Anessa Elizabeth Taylor Fort Washington, Maryland
Anthony Jordan White Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Brandon M. Whittington Bowie, Maryland
Alexis D. Williams Waldorf, Maryland
Bronte R. Williams Salisbury, Maryland
Breeana Ross Williams-SimmonsNew York, New York
Sa,Miya D. Wooten Suitland, Maryland
Tamika Shawna Yancey Baltimore, Maryland
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN SOCIAL WORK
Emmanuela AbrahamRiverdale, Maryland Kevin Marcel Betters Jr. Glen Burnie, Maryland
Kenice Roy Ann Brooks Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Aaliyah Bobbie Brown Plainfield, New Jersey
Crystal E. CapellanNottingham, Maryland
Monicia Jo Mea ChristianLanham, Maryland
Vonyeh Brionn Clanton Baltimore, Maryland
Khiry Rashawn ClarkSilver Spring, Maryland Eliza CorderoRiverdale, Maryland
Imani Craig Havre De Grace, Maryland
Deshanna Nequail Daughtery Severn, Maryland
Niliyah D. Davis Randallstown, Maryland Jennifer Maria Delgado College Park, Maryland Mi,Nique Ann Downs Washington, D .C .
Aundrea Faith Dyson Bowie, Maryland
Patience Ifeoma EnyinnayaHyattsville, Maryland
Dominique M. Evans Arnold, Maryland
Maya S. Frazier Fairfield, California
Dianne Graves-Williams College Park, Maryland Ngozi C. Igbokwe Waldorf, Maryland
Sierra Monique LaneOwings Mills, Maryland
Leroy Madison Odenton, Maryland
Alexis J. McBean Owings Mills, Maryland Akiras Noni McCants Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Duanny Palma Glenarden, Maryland
Kemi Michele Parson-Oluwo Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Rayanna Peterson Ewing, New Jersey
Taylar D. Reed Baltimore, Maryland
Bonita Monique Robinson Baltimore, Maryland
Kie-Aire Savoy Accokeek, Maryland
Jordan Silver ThomasUpper Marlboro, Maryland
Tenisha Naomi Tolen Laurel, Maryland
Deonte Lamar TurnerCollege Park, Maryland Taylor Marche WadeBowie, Maryland
Gregory Wells Jr.Glen Burnie, Maryland Shayquan D. Winegan Baltimore, Maryland
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN SOCIAL WORK continued
Ugochi Emmanuella WoodwardBowie, Maryland
Kalah N. Zeigler Glen Burnie, Maryland
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN SOCIOLOGY
Allexis Jaunice Baylor Washington, D .C . Antwuan Eugene Brown Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Toni K. BrownColumbia, Maryland
Janae Cephas Federalsburg, Maryland
Lesley Alexis EdwardsBowie, Maryland
Joan Nzelle Ewane Glenn Dale, Maryland
Keith Kuintine FunderburkIndian Head, Maryland
Ashley Kanae GreenFort Washington, Maryland
Ashley Gurwah Hyattsville, Maryland
Jestina Johnson Laurel, Maryland
James Anthony Jones II Washington, D .C .
Tylasia Allure McCullough Bowie, Maryland
Dominique Shamari McFarlane Takoma Park, Maryland
Adeline Ntoh Ntungwe Riverdale, Maryland
Chialuka V. Odukwu Bowie, Maryland
Cheyenne A. SalterJoppa, Maryland
Monae Arnika Tranae Savoy Bladensburg, Maryland
Sonia Sultana Washington, D .C .
Gloria Ann Thomas Glen Burnie, Maryland
Ashlee D. Tunstall Clinton, Maryland
Maritza Vivar Hyattsville, Maryland
Shanita Wright Camp Springs, Maryland
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2020 Commissioned Officers
2nd Lieutenant Brittney Felicia AndrewsB .S . — Psychology
Military Intelligence Corps, U .S . Army Active Duty
2nd Lieutenant Laura Enyo BenissanMaster of Public Administration
Adjutant General Corps, U .S . Army Active Duty
2nd Lieutenant Jacob Ryan DavisB .S . — Government
Medical Services Corps, U .S . Army Active Duty
2nd Lieutenant Tanaysha Lashunae EcholsMaster of Public Administration
Quartermaster Corps, U .S . Army Active Duty
2nd Lieutenant Jesse James HarrB .S — Communications
Cyber Corps, U .S . Army Active Duty
2nd Lieutenant Dan Javier HernandezB .S . — Communications
Field Artillery Corps, U .S . Army Active Duty
2nd Lieutenant Adrian Michael LittleM .S . — Computer Science
Cyber Corps, U .S . Army Active Duty
2nd Lieutenant Beiling LiuB .S . — Communications
Adjutant General Corps, U .S . Army Active Duty
2nd Lieutenant Omega Sasha MarksB .S . — Computer Technology
Cyber Corps, U .S . Army Reserves
2nd Lieutenant Charles Henry MilesM .A . — Human Resource Development
Infantry Corps, U .S . Army Active Duty
2nd Lieutenant Toluwalope Ayodeji OlaitanB .S . — Business Administration
Infantry Corps, U .S . Army Active Duty
2nd Lieutenant Ikpefua Anderson OlumeseB .S . — Computer Technology
Signal Corps, U .S . Army Reserves
2nd Lieutenant Leah Noell SpiveryB .S . — Sociology (Graduated December 2019 from Bowie State)
Signal Corps, U .S . Army Active Duty
2nd Lieutenant Joshua Caleb YoungB .S . — Criminal Justice
Chemical Corps, U .S . Army Active Duty
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