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COMMENCEMENTAPRIL 2018
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN-FLINT
THE VICTORSWritten and composed by Louis Elbel.
Hail! To the victors, valiant,
Hail! To the conqu’ring heroes
Hail! Hail! To Michigan the leaders and best
Hail! To the victors, valiant,
Hail! To the conqu’ring heroes
Hail! Hail! To Michigan the champions of the West!
Fundamentally, education should teach us
to think, to examine increasingly complex
ideas, to unpack history and learn from it, to
use our new knowledge and skill to create
a better future.
— Chancellor Susan E. Borrego
RACKHAM SCHOOL OF GRADUATE STUDIES
COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION & HUMAN SERVICES
10:00 A.M.
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PRELUDE CONCERT ............................................................................................ University of Michigan-Flint Wind SymphonyChristopher P. Heidenreich, D.M., Conductor
PROCESSIONAL .......................................................................................................... Kenneth Schilling, Ph.D., Faculty Marshal“Pomp and Circumstance, March #1” by Sir Edward Elgar
“Procession of the Nobles”, by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov/arr. Jay Bocook“The Star Spangled Banner” by Francis Scott Key
ACADEMIC BANNER BEARERS .....................................................................................................................Jamile Lawand, Ph.D.College of Arts & Sciences
Sapna Thwaite, Ph.D.School of Education & Human Services
Jessica Tischler, Ph.D.Graduate Programs
WELCOMING REMARKS ........................................................................................................................... Douglas G. Knerr, Ph.D.Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
CHANCELLOR’S ADDRESS .................................................................................................... Chancellor Susan E. Borrego, Ph.D.
KEYNOTE SPEECH .................................................................................................................................Martha S. Jones, Ph.D., J.D.
MEDAL OF EXCELLENCE FOR LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE .................................................................. Douglas G. Knerr, Ph.D.Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
RECOGNITION OF AWARDS AND HONORS ......................................................................................... Douglas G. Knerr, Ph.D.Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
STUDENT ADDRESS ................................................................................................................................................ Noor R. Abdalla
PRESENTATION OF DEGREES .............................................................................................. D.J. Trela, Ph.D., Associate Marshal
Mehrdad Simkani, Ph.D., Associate Marshal
CONFERRING OF GRADUATE DEGREES ...................................................................................................Stephen Turner, Ph.D.Interim Associate Provost and Dean of Graduate Programs
CONFERRING OF UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES .............................................................................. Susan Gano-Phillips, Ph.D.Dean, College of Arts & Sciences
Robert Barnett, Ph.D.Dean, School of Education & Human Services
TURNING OF THE TASSEL .................................................................................................... Chancellor Susan E. Borrego, Ph.D.
FIGHT SONG ........................................................................................................................................... “The Victors” by Louis Elbel
CLOSING REMARKS .................................................................................................................................. Douglas G. Knerr, Ph.D.Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
RECESSIONAL ...................................................................................................... University of Michigan-Flint Wind Symphony“Pride of the Wolverines” by John Philip Sousa
“The Victors March” by Louis Elbel
FLUTEAlphonse BuclayAbigail DarnallLily FarrehiCourtney IsaacMorgan PageKimberly Stewart
OBOEKaylee BalashMatt OkenkaEmily Wagner
BASSOONTayler Stevens
FRENCH HORNMcKenna DutkiewiczTravis KertonDylan McIntireJerry Vargo
CLARINETPeter ConigliaroKaitlyn CookHawley DixonAlexandra HartwickJustin Powell
ALTO SAXOPHONEAustin Tripp
TENOR SAXOPHONELindsay Nofs
BARITONE SAXOPHONEBeth Heidenreich
TUBASantiago OchoaJacob Prim
TRUMPETAlexander AlarieHolly ArmstrongAntonio CaballeroAnna FlowersAndrew FlynnJocelyn HimesDean KingDylan PhelpsBrandon SextonJacob Smith
TROMBONEMatthew CocagneMichael NickelsJordan PavlicaCollin RadeckeAndrew Weidman
EUPHONIUMGiorgi DeanMonica HarperDavid McEachern
STRING BASSWarren Lissner
PERCUSSIONAlbert DeeringChadd KinseyThomas LoweXavier McCollumRuss SauterJermaine Thompson
VOCALISTMaranda Dahl
COMMENCEMENT COMMITTEE
Karen ArnouldJudy BirschbachDru DoranChristopher Heidenreich
Erik HoffmanJen HoganJill HubbardCherie Gray
Patricia KoenigBrad MakiMichelle RosynskyBrent Nickola
Philip SmithPam Zemore
COMMENCEMENT PARTICIPANTS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------UM-FLINT WIND SYMPHONY
Barnes & Noble University BookstoreDort Federal Credit Union Event CenterEvent and Building ServicesFandangle’sInformation Technology ServicesPrintComm
Roma’s PizzeriaRussell VideoSwartz Ambulance ServiceUniversity of Michigan-Flint Printing ServicesVogt’s Flowers
COMMENCEMENT ROBE RECYCLING PROGRAM
UM-Flint is proud to offer the Commencement Robe Recycling Program. If a graduate would like to turn in his or her Commencement robe for a future graduate to use, the robes can be turned into the Office of the Provost in the University Pavilion (suite 229) on campus at anytime.
CEREMONY ANNOUNCER
Beth Heidenreich
SERVICE PROVIDERS
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SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT
SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS & STUDIES
SCHOOL OF NURSING
3:00 P.M.
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ALUMNI ASSOCIATION-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Dear Graduates,
On behalf of the Alumni Association of the University of Michigan and the University of Michigan Club of Greater Flint, it is my pleasure to congratulate you on your graduation and welcome you to membership in the Alumni Association. While you have spent the past several years closely linked to the University of Michigan-Flint campus, your Michigan community just got a lot bigger as you are joining one of the largest alumni bodies in the world!
During your time on campus, UM-Flint has enjoyed remarkable expansion. From growth in the student body to the acquisition of adjacent properties, UM-Flint has continued to enlarge its footprint in the city and beyond. I encourage you to stay in touch and remain connected to campus through the Alumni Association.
Our programs provide a great opportunity to maintain friendships with classmates and faculty, share memories, and engage with fellow UM-Flint alums. Together, alumni make a difference by advocating for UM-Flint, mentoring students, volunteering at events such as Go Blue on the Bricks, and sharing our Michigan pride!
As a graduate of UM-Flint, you will automatically receive a free one-year membership to the University of Michigan Alumni Association. We encourage you to take advantage of the benefits associated with this membership.
On behalf of the U of M Club of Greater Flint, I wish you all the best on your post-graduation endeavors, and hope to meet you at future alumni events.
Sincerely,
Clarence Jennings Jr.Dean of Student Access, Success, Equity and InclusionWashtenaw Community College
P.S. Be sure to keep UM-Flint updated on your whereabouts so we can keep you informed of the many exciting events and programs organized for you. Information can be updated at umflint.edu/alumni.
Thousands of people are part of the University of Michigan-Flint campus community. If you are a graduate of UM-Flint, keep your connection to the school by becoming active with us. For more information, contact Alumni Relations at (810) 424-5450.
We also invite you to stay connected to this vibrant network of people through social media. Connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, Snapchat, and LinkedIn to find out what is happening on and around campus. Share your own story and pictures with our ever-growing community of students, alumni, faculty, staff, and community members with the #umflint hashtag.
STAYCONNECTED
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PRELUDE CONCERT ............................................................................................ University of Michigan-Flint Wind SymphonyChristopher P. Heidenreich, D.M., Conductor
PROCESSIONAL ....................................................................................Keith Moreland, Ph.D., C.P.A., C.M.A., Faculty Marshal“Pomp and Circumstance, March #1” by Sir Edward Elgar
“Procession of the Nobles”, by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov/arr. Jay Bocook“The Star Spangled Banner” by Francis Scott Key
ACADEMIC BANNER BEARERS .........................................................................................................................Brian Blume, Ph.D.School of Management
Rie Suzuki, Ph.D.School of Health Professions & Studies
Constance Creech, R.N., Ed.D., A.N.P.-B.C.School of Nursing
Allon Goldberg, P.T., Ph.D.Graduate Programs
WELCOMING REMARKS ........................................................................................................................... Douglas G. Knerr, Ph.D.Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
CHANCELLOR’S ADDRESS .................................................................................................... Chancellor Susan E. Borrego, Ph.D.
MEDAL OF EXCELLENCE FOR LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE .................................................................. Douglas G. Knerr, Ph.D.Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
ACCEPTANCE REMARKS ....................................................................................................................................Philip R. HagermanFounder and Chairman Emeritus, Diplomat Pharmacy
KEYNOTE SPEECH .................................................................................................................................Martha S. Jones, Ph.D., J.D.
RECOGNITION OF AWARDS AND HONORS ......................................................................................... Douglas G. Knerr, Ph.D.Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
STUDENT ADDRESS ........................................................................................................................................ Danielle B. Emerson
PRESENTATION OF DEGREES .............................. Marilyn McFarland, Ph.D.,R.N., F.N.P.-B.C., C.T.N.-A., Associate MarshalYener Kandogan, Ph.D., Associate Marshal
CONFERRING OF GRADUATE DEGREES ...................................................................................................Stephen Turner, Ph.D.Interim Associate Provost and Dean of Graduate Programs
CONFERRING OF UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES ......................................................................................... Scott Johnson, Ph.D.Dean, School of Management
Donna Fry, Ph.D.Dean, School of Health Professions & Studies
Margaret Andrews, Ph.D.Interim Dean, School of Nursing
TURNING OF THE TASSEL .................................................................................................... Chancellor Susan E. Borrego, Ph.D.
FIGHT SONG ........................................................................................................................................... “The Victors” by Louis Elbel
CLOSING REMARKS .................................................................................................................................. Douglas G. Knerr, Ph.D.Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
RECESSIONAL ...................................................................................................... University of Michigan-Flint Wind Symphony“Pride of the Wolverines” by John Philip Sousa
“The Victors March” by Louis Elbel
Einas S. AbutalibAbdulaziz M. Alahmari Noor D. AlawwaReem A. AlshebibAhlam M. AlwageehCallie A. AncicMarissa L. Anderson Kyle P. ArthurTimera P. BatesJagger A. BennettJared M. BennettShelby J. BlairTaylor J. BoesTimothy F. BrandtBonnie N. CandeaBrittnie K. Cannon Christopher W. CarvounisBecky L. Chamberlain Natasha R. Christian Zackary J. Clor Savannah R. CoomerDaniel J. CoreyMaranda M. Dahl Ashley A. DavisKatharine S. DeFrain Alisha M. DemoJackie A. DeneauKatie T. DixonAmy M. DoyleMartina M. EdwardsMoussa I. ElstonLina A. EltahirMichael A. Engle
Emily L. Fairbanks Fallyn M. FosterDolan E. FrickGabrielle K. GantosNicholas J. GauthierAlecia A. GreenMezon GreenMegan E. GroeneveldRachel J. GuntherAdham V. HabbasAnthony M. HansenEbony J. HardenChrista L. HarjuSenna R. HarmonSamantha D. HortopMaryam K. JamesCassie K. Kamradt Amanda M. KellerPhillip J. KennedyGarrett M. KnickerbockerLana M. KowalskiLarry A. Kuipers, Jr.Richelle M. LaBargeChristopher L. LaGraff Stephanie L. Ladd Gary D. Landrum Azaria R. Lively-Doll Charity F. LloydKaitlyn M. LoweLeeAnn J. LumDominic N. MarciszewskiAlyssa N. MargetsonAlissia D. Martinez
Nicholas J. Matthies Karli M. MaurerKristin R. Mazzola Jobi N. McCarthyCynthia R. McClaneDaphne M. McClellandKelvin J. McDonaldBeverly J. McGalisterCameron A. McIntosh Emily L. MeixsellSergio A. MendozaMegan MeyerTiffany E. MumaAustin T. MurphyFaDrika A. NashBrittany N. NeuvilleQuill M. NeuvilleKatie E. NewtonSamuel D. NoblesCelia R. NorkusMiah J. Norris Kristen M. NortonBradley S. O’BrienYuchen OuyangAshley M. PayneJamie E. PieknikLindsey M. PloofCarla Portillo-MedranoYashica P. PuchimadaTamim RezaJessica C. RobinsonMiles M. RoblyerSteven D. Roland II
Albert G. Rossner IVJeanette L. RouthierRima N. SabbaghEvan J. SatterleeHannah M. Schubring Kathrin A. SchusterJasmine N. ScottVictoria S. Seitz Yazeed I. ShamiehStephanie N. ShawTaylor L. ShephardAngelia F. SmithAmber L. StabenauBrya D. Stinson Stef M. StoneAmy J. SullivanGabrielle T. SuttonFarrell S. TatumJulia M. ThompsonSusan V. ThorpAshley N. Toton-TrombleyTylyr N. TurkovicsJames W. VasseurAngela S. WangBrent A. WatsonClarissa M. WellmanJamie J. Westrick Ian K. WhiteMacy R. WieberDavidson E. WilliamsLauren E. Yaroch Justin T. Young
HONORS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------HONORS
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UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN-FLINT COMMENCEMENTRegents of the University of Michigan ........................................................................... 7University of Michigan-Flint Cabinet ............................................................................... 7Message from the Chancellor ......................................................................................... 8Message from the Provost ............................................................................................... 8Medal of Excellence for Leadership and Service .......................................................... 9Commencement Speaker .............................................................................................. 10Commencement Student Speaker ............................................................................... 11Commencement Student Speaker ............................................................................... 12The Academic Mace and Medallion .............................................................................. 13The University Flag .......................................................................................................... 13The Academic Costume.................................................................................................. 14
AWARDSMaize and Blue Distinguished Scholarship .................................................................. 15Honors Program ............................................................................................................. 16College of Arts & Sciences .............................................................................................. 16School of Management .................................................................................................. 18School of Health Professions & Studies ....................................................................... 20School of Nursing ............................................................................................................ 21
GRADUATEHorace H. Rackham School of Graduate Studies ........................................................ 24College of Arts & Sciences .............................................................................................. 24School of Management .................................................................................................. 25School of Health Professions & Studies ....................................................................... 25School of Education & Human Services ....................................................................... 26School of Nursing ............................................................................................................ 27
UNDERGRADUATECollege of Arts & Sciences .............................................................................................. 29School of Management .................................................................................................. 31School of Health Professions & Studies ....................................................................... 32School of Education & Human Services ....................................................................... 32School of Nursing ............................................................................................................ 33
HONORSCandidates Graduating with Honors ............................................................................ 34High Honors..................................................................................................................... 35Honors .............................................................................................................................. 36
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTSAlumni Association ......................................................................................................... 37Commencement Participants ........................................................................................ 38
This program contains an unofficial list of candidates for degrees and honors for 2018. The lists are as accurate as possible; however, because of printing deadlines, names of some degree recipients may not appear, while names of degree candidates may appear even though they have not completed their degree requirements.
TABLE OF CONTENTS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Noor R. Abdalla Deema Almansour Abdul M. Almounajed Mohammed K. Alsarraj Jacob Z. Babb Kristin A. BallFatmeh BaradaNissrin BaradeAudrey E. BeauchesneLaura A. BellingerThomas A. BellmanDana E. BentleyKywona D. BernardCaroline E. BodellAshley J. BoikJessica D. BonardelliTyler BorkowskiSarah M. BriggsEmily M. BubnarAnna L. CampanellaJenna M. CarmodyKaitlin E. CarterDevon M. ChalutToni A. CobbinStuart J. CoffeyCassie A. ColemanMadisen K. CousinsAnthony D. CzarniakBryley M. DeFriez Elizabeth M. DeJonghQuinn J. DeislerSierra Q. DennisMichaela K. DinelloHeather R. DrostRyan J. DuCharmeLisa G. EdmondsAmy B. Edwards
Danielle B. EmersonKristen N. EynonKathryn A. FishwickMarrissa L. FlanaginRachel M. FlemingAlicia D. FranzKelsey A. GambleElizabeth N. GlascoTrudy A. Grogan Hannah R. HamblinCody K. Hatfield-MyersSteven H. HemricPaige B. HopeCorey C. HornAshley N. Houchin Nathaniel L. HudsonDavid B. HughesEmyin A. Isa Grace M. Jastrzembski Katherine D. JonesAnne N. KatoulaJeanette L. KearnsAmanda M. KennedyLindsey L. KennedyLindsey K. KerrJulie A. KluytmanNoah T. KnutsonPellumb KurtagaBrooke E. LieblerXin LinAlyssa N. LogieKelly S. Lucik Starr Caitlyn G. MansourJerome A. MarchSarah C. MarkeeAlicia N. MattiuzzoJeffery A. Maurus
Janice E. McCoy Kyle T. McElhineyDiane C. McKenzieApril E. McNeill Danielle J. MiddletonJared E. MillerChad W. MontagueMaxwell D. MontneyMadalyn K. MoonSteven T. MoonAli O. MukhtarBrandy L. MyersOlivia J. NagelAmelia M. NamouBrittany A. Naumiec Samantha L. NemerAlicia M. Newman Olivia NorfolkJalen L. NunnMichael J. PajtasKarissa L. PalmerLaura R. Patterson-HalaTina M. PeplinskiAmanda M. PerkinsJolanda M. Price-YancyMariam M. RabahTorey L. RenkiewiczAmanda L. Richard Dana L. Rinard Amanda L. Rocheleau Megan J. RyeErin A. SackMary F. SchmidtBrittany L. Severn Briana M. ShanafeltChristopher M. SheaKelsey E. Sluder
Garrett S. Smith Olivia K. SmithSammie L. SmithRenona M. SmutnyJane M. SpeerSydney M. SpielmakerLiz I. Stouffer Shannon M. TedhamsAmy L. TessmerChristen L. ThomasKimberlee A. Trainor Tyler J. Trapp Morgan A. TroxellMichelle L. TurnerShardea N. Turney Michelle M. UrbenMegan M. VanSickleChloe A. VanTolTina VangStephen B. VenableSwati VenkatachalamJessica P. Walker Annabelle R. WardKatheryn F. WestKimberly L. Weymers Catherine A. WilhelmKate E. WilliamsTawana WilliamsAmanda M. WilsonViolet M. WilsonTamaka D. WoodTeria S. WoodsMary E. WooleyKatherine A. Zacheranik
HONORS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------HIGH HONORS
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Michael J. Behm, Grand Blanc
Mark J. Bernstein, Ann Arbor
Shauna Ryder Diggs, Grosse Pointe
Denise Ilitch, Bingham Farms
Andrea Fischer Newman, Ann Arbor
Andrew C. Richner, Grosse Pointe Park
Ron Weiser, Ann Arbor
Katherine E. White, Ann Arbor
Mark S. Schlissel (ex officio)
REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Susan E. Borrego, Chancellor
Douglas G. Knerr, Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
Barbara J. Avery, Vice Chancellor for Campus Inclusion and Student Life
Michael J. Hague, Vice Chancellor for Business and Finance
Kristi Hottenstein, Vice Chancellor for Enrollment Management
Mary Jo Sekelsky, Interim Vice Chancellor for University Advancement
Tess Barker, Chief of Staff
Howard J. Hughey, Director of News and Media Relations
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN-FLINT CABINET-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
CANDIDATES GRADUATING WITH HONORS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Undergraduate candidates wearing gold honor cords over their graduation robes are students who have achieved, in the course of their studies at the university, an overall grade point average that qualifies them to be recognized by their school or college as candidates graduating with honors. These candidates are identified in the following lists by the phrase “With Honors,” “With High Honors,” “With Distinction,” “With High Distinction,” or “With Academic Distinction” depending on the particular degree program. These honor designations are subject to revision based on final semester grades. Graduating with honors recognizes a superior level of ability, a high distinction of scholarship, and an exemplary record of achievement.
COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCESWithin the College of Arts & Sciences, “With Honors” indicates a 3.5 grade point average but less than 3.75. Students listed “With High Honors” must earn a 3.75 or better overall grade point average. In computing averages, only courses taken at UM-Flint are included, and only completed terms or semesters are counted.
SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENTGraduating seniors with cumulative grade point averages of at least 3.5 but less than 3.75 are recommended for the degree “With Honors” and those with cumulative grade point averages of at least 3.75 are recommended for the degree “With High Honors.” In computing averages, only courses taken at UM-Flint are included, and only completed terms are counted.
SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS & STUDIESWithin the School of Health Professions & Studies, “With Honors” indicates a 3.5 grade point average or better overall with a minimum of 45 hours of study completed at UM-Flint. Students listed “With High Honors” must earn a 3.75 or better grade point average overall with a minimum 45 hours of study completed at UM-Flint.
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION & HUMAN SERVICESWithin the School of Education & Human Services, “With Honors” indicates a 3.5 grade point average but less than 3.75 overall. Students listed “With High Honors” must earn a 3.75 or better overall grade point average. In computing averages, only courses taken at UM-Flint are included, and only complete terms or semesters are counted.
SCHOOL OF NURSINGWithin the School of Nursing, “With Honors” indicates a 3.5 grade point average or better overall with a minimum of 45 hours of study completed at UM-Flint. Students listed “With High Honors” must earn a 3.75 or better grade point average overall with a minimum 45 hours of study completed at UM-Flint. Students with a 3.5 grade point average or better with fewer than 45 hours of study at UM-Flint will earn “With Academic Distinction.”
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On behalf of the University of Michigan-Flint faculty and the staff of the division of Academic Affairs, I offer my warmest congratulations on this important accomplishment.
Education is a lifelong journey and commencement is a significant milestone, but the most exciting part is yet to come. Your UM-Flint education will take you wherever you want to go, and we are confident that you will embrace the opportunities and surmount the challenges that lie ahead.
Your UM-Flint family is proud of you and will be here to support you always.
Congratulations and Go Blue!
Douglas G. Knerr, Ph.D.Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
Congratulations on your achievement! Today, you join extraordinary alumni who have entered the world with a sense of purpose in pursuit of careers, professions, and education. I am sure your time at UM-Flint has presented you with both challenges and opportunities. Throughout it all, you have remained steadfast to your goal. Now, and in the years to come, you will be rewarded for your effort and achievement. I share with you your sense of accomplishment and excitement as you leave UM-Flint and prepare to face a future full of possibility and promise. You are prepared to lead with excellence and make an impact on the world around us. My hope for all of you today is that you will be successful, and that you will remain true to yourself, your values, and your community. Congratulations and Go Blue!
Susan E. Borrego, Ph.D.Chancellor
MESSAGE FROM THE CHANCELLOR-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
MESSAGE FROM THE PROVOST-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN-FLINT COMMENCEMENT APRIL 20188
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION & HUMAN SERVICES
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN SOCIAL WORK - CONTINUED
Kathrin A. SchusterStephanie N. ShawAngelia F. SmithBrittney M. SpenceAkeia L. Stevenson
Tara M. StimsonBrya D. StinsonCadaccee SullivanShannon M. TedhamsChristen L. Thomas
Michelle L. TurnerTina VangCarl J. VelliquetteClarissa M. WellmanDeborah D. Williams
Noah J. WilliamsKatherine A. Zacheranik
* multiple degrees
SCHOOL OF NURSING
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING
Megan M. BallardFatmeh BaradaNissrin BaradeWilliam J. BeheLaura A. BellingerThomas A. BellmanJagger A. BennettKywona D. BernardBaylie D. BettingerMelissa M. BlackGwenda M. BlackledgeSteven A. BlissAshley J. BoikTiffany L. BurnhamKatrina Mae M. Cabreros-AbuelSuzanna CalandrinoJennifer S. CanfieldCarrie E. CarlsonJenna M. CarmodyKathleen M. CeliceDevon M. ChalutSasha A. ChavezNatasha R. ChristianCassie A. ColemanChristine A. CooperAndrea M. CorrieVlatka CovicAndrea J. CovreaMelissa M. CummerAshley N. CurrieAshley A. DavisAlisha M. Demo
Heather S. Denski Heather R. DrostLisa G. EdmondsAmy B. EdwardsJennifer B. EffrickAnthony D. EllisShaneca D. EmbryDanielle B. Emersonbianuju O. EnwereHozefa M. EzziEmily L. FairbanksLeslie E. GallimoreAlecia A. GreenDarica D. Hardy Steffanie J. HenigePaige B. HopeAshley N. HouchinDavid B. HughesRonald D. Isaac, Jr.Grace M. JastrzembskiOana M. JecuFelicia M. JohnsonDeanna L. Kaczorowski Anne N. KatoulaCasey M. KeastAmanda M. KellerAmanda M. KennedyApril S. Kentish Lindsey K. KerrAmanda C. KirbyNicole KrugChristopher L. LaGraff
Kristine M. LawlerAndrea K. LewisBrooke E. LieblerKaitlyn M. LoweKelly S. Lucik StarrTheresa M. LuczakJerome A. MarchJeffery A. MaurusVanessa L. Maxfield Kristina M. McCahill Sara S. McCroskeyJanille MeyerDanielle J. MiddletonAshly N. MillerLibby MonzoSteven T. MoonBernice J. Morrisonrandy L. MyersAmelia M. NamouBrenda A. NeedhamAlicia M. NewmanMatthew J. Oloff Karissa L. PalmerLaura R. Patterson-HalaEmily E. PawlowskiTina M. PeplinskiLeeAnn R. Pinchock Lindsey M. PloofTheresa J. PorterCarla Portillo-MedranoJolanda M. Price-YancyCourtney S. Quick
Jessica R. ReganDeanna J. Reed Torey L. RenkiewiczDana L. RinardAlbert G. Rossner IVPatrick C. RowanSteven E. SadowskiCarol L. SassMary F. SchmidtBrenda S. SimmerJane M. SpeerSydney M. SpielmakerKelly R. StewartTrevor M. Storms Liz I. StoufferLaura M. StuartNicholas E. SweetAmy L. TessmerHolly L. TewsTyler J. TrappShardea N. TurneyMichelle M. UrbenPaige C. VallierStephen B. VenableSwati VenkatachalamJessica P. WalkerWendy S. WardKatheryn F. WestTawana WilliamsViolet M. WilsonTamaka D. WoodLauren E. Yaroch
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SCHOOL OF EDUCATION & HUMAN SERVICES
BACHELOR OF SCIENCENichelle C. BerryEmily M. BubnarKaitlin E. CarterAndrew J. Chambers
Marrissa L. FlanaginFallyn M. FosterTekeia L. FranklinKelsey A. Gamble
Sarah C. MarkeeDiane C. McKenzieBrittany A. NaumiecCelia R. Norkus
Mariam M. RabahVictoria S. SeitzBriana M. ShanafeltMelinda R. Solis
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN SOCIAL WORKAhlam M. AlwageehJessica D. BonardelliCourtney A. ClymerToni A. CobbinTracy M. DavisQuinn J. DeislerJackie A. DeneauAmy M. Doyle
Carietta K. DurhamErica A. EverettRachel M. FlemingMezon GreenHannah R. HamblinChrista L. HarjuKirsten A. HetzerAshley L. Hill
Lori R. JohnsonKatherine D. JonesStephanie L. LaddPatricia A. Love Brittni K. Lynd Victoria M. MatthewsAlicia N. MattiuzzoKarli M. Maurer
Kelvin J. McDonaldBeverly J. McGalisterCharles A. McGeeJessica R. McLoneChad W. MontagueFaDrika A. Nash Dominique C. NunnAmanda L. Richard
* multiple degrees
SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS & STUDIES
BACHELOR OF SCIENCENoor I. Abdulhay Abdulaziz M. AlahmariRegina L. Allen Omotolani F. AlliNour A. Alnasser Zainab H. AlradhiReem A. AlshebibAleigha H. AnthonyRochelle D. BaasShelby L. BabcockSamaher A. BarasheedHannah M. BawardiDana E. BentleyRaye A. BloomfieldKyle N. BrandCiara N. BrankAlly L. BrewerDarius M. BuckleySol Camacho MunozBonnie N. CandeaDeidra CarterMalaka U. CegersBecky L. ChamberlainMadisen K. CousinsAnthony D. CzarniakKatharine S. DeFrainElizabeth M. DeJongh
Michaela K. DinelloKatie T. DixonTabitha S. Dluge Martina M. EdwardsMary E. EverettSarah D. FarrarTaylor R. GilbertElizabeth N. GlascoShonteara S. GreeneTyler M. GregorickaEbony J. HardenAllison J. HawChelsea J. HebertCorey C. HornTonja L. HortonMarisa M. HoweRana A. IrsheidSean C. JusticeMorgan A. KellyLindsey L. KennedyTaleah C. KestelootJulie A. KluytmanGarrett M. KnickerbockerKyle D. KowalczykShanon M. Kozak-YarbroughPellumb KurtagaAmanda F. Labo-Walters
Shane M. LeitnerMadison D. LileyAlyssa N. LogieGermarius M. MajorAlissia D. MartinezJonathon Mateen II Kristin R. MazzolaMargaret E. McCannJobi N. McCarthyKathryn M. McGuireBrianna J. McKennaCarol M. McRaeMegan MeyerTaTyana S. MillerTaylor T. MillerDanielle N. MooreAustin T. Murphy Samantha L. Nemer Brittany N. NeuvilleHannah NewmanKristen M. NortonMeagan E. ParkerAlexandria L. PerrieJamie E. PieknikSamantha L. QuinlanNicholas P. RanvilleRaina K. Richardson
Hannah H. RickertTiffany M. RicksgersSarah E. RossJordan N. RoushEvan J. SatterleeHannah M. SchubringMelisa A. Shafer Christopher M. Shea Kelsey E. SluderOlivia K. SmithJenna C. SpohnRebecca L. StewartStef M. StoneErick O. SustaitaSteve H. TranMegan M. VanSickleEljesa Vitija*Valencia D. WalkerAngela S. WangMacy R. WieberDiamond L. WilderJanelle R. WilliamsMarzella Williams Kyle P. YankeeKellie L. Ybarra
MEDAL OF EXCELLENCE FOR LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------candidates wearing gold honor cords over their graduation robes are students who havSCHOOL OF EDUCATION & HUMAN SERVICESWithin the School of Education & Human Services, “With Honors” indicates a 3.5 grade point average but less than 3.75 overall. Students listed “With High Honors” must earn a 3.75 or better overall grade point average. In computing averages, only courses taken at UM-Flint are included, and only complete terms or semesters are counted.
SCHOOL OF NURSINGWithin the School of Nursing, “With Honors” indicates a 3.5 grade point average or better overall with a minimum of 45 hours of study completed at UM-Flint. Students listed “With High Honors” must earn a 3.75 or better grade point average overall with a minimum 45 hours of study completed at UM-Flint. Students with a 3.5 grade point average or better with fewer than 45 hours of study at UM-Flint will earn “With Academic Distinction.”
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PHILIP R. HAGERMAN
In 1950, a group of leaders set forth a vision of establishing a first-class college to serve the rising city of Flint, the region, and the people of Michigan.
Since then, the university has educated more than 45,000 students who have succeeded in business and health professions, who went on to become nurses and elected officials, teachers, scientists, writers, nonprofit leaders, and more. The university has been an anchor for our students and for the region, giving support and solving problems, in good times and in tough ones.
In honor of the tradition of service and leadership exemplified by these early leaders, the University of Michigan-Flint established the University of Michigan-Flint Medal of Excellence for Leadership and Service in 2016. Now one of the university’s highest honors, the medal is awarded to a visionary who powerfully represents excellence, bold leadership, and unyielding service on behalf of the people of Flint.
The 2018 University of Michigan-Flint Medal of Excellence for Leadership and Service is awarded to Mr. Philip R. Hagerman.
Phil Hagerman co-founded Diplomat Pharmacy, Inc. with his father in 1975, a company which grew to be the nation’s largest independent specialty pharmacy and, in 2014, a publicly traded company on the NYSE. Hagerman was Diplomat’s Chief Executive Office and Chairman of the Board from 1991 to January 2018, and now serves as Chairman Emeritus on Diplomat’s Board of Directors.
For decades, Phil and the Hagerman family have made a difference in the lives of those residing in Genesee County, demonstrating day in and day out the purpose for which the Medal of Excellence for Leadership and Service was created.
Mr. Hagerman founded SkyPoint Ventures in 2013 and remains its CEO. SkyPoint Ventures is a real estate and venture investment firm, headquartered in Flint, focusing on early stage companies in multiple disciplines and engaging the entrepreneurial spirit while developing industry leading processes and technology.
His commitment to entrepreneurism in Flint and the surrounding region extends to the University of Michigan-Flint. Initiatives such as the Hagerman Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Hagerman Student Scholars, and numerous other initiatives in the area are enabling the change and opportunities that will allow Flint and its citizens to thrive.
It is with great pride and gratitude that Mr. Philip R. Hagerman is awarded the University of Michigan-Flint Medal of Excellence for Leadership and Service.
RECIPIENTS: • 2018 Mr. Philip R. Hagerman • 2016 Ms. Maryanne Mott
MARTHA S. JONES
Professor Martha S. Jones is a legal and cultural historian. Her research interests include race, law, slavery, citizenship, and the rights of women.
Jones is a Professor of History, and the Society of Black Alumni Presidential Professor at Johns Hopkins University. She was a faculty member at the University of Michigan, in Ann Arbor, from 2001 to 2017.
Professor Jones said being part of the University of Michigan-Flint April Commencement ceremonies holds special meaning for her.
“Once you are on board at the University of Michigan, whether you are faculty, staff, or a student, you become part of this huge family across the globe,” Jones said. “Coming to Flint is a reminder for me that I am still part of the family, a part of the network, across the country and globe. It’s meaningful.”
Jones was a Presidential Bicentennial Professor, and a Professor of History and Afroamerican and African Studies at the University of Michigan. She was also a founding director of the Michigan Law School Program in Race, Law, & History.
Jones earned a PhD from Columbia University and a Juris Doctor degree from the CUNY School of Law. She spent nearly a decade as a public interest lawyer, representing homeless people, women with HIV and AIDS, and people with mental illness.
Professor Jones is author of All Bound Up Together: The Woman Question in African American Public Culture 1830-1900; and Birthright Citizens: A History of Race and Rights in Antebellum America. She co-edited Toward an Intellectual History of Black Women.
“As a legal historian, I am still asking questions about the way in which, as a culture and society, we have and have not responded to human needs,” Jones said.
COMMENCEMENT SPEAKER-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
“I was someone trained from the outset to think about my education as an instrument of social justice.”- Professor Martha S. Jones
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“My academic achievements, research experience, participation in the Honors Program, and my work as a volunteer have prepared me for a life after graduation in dental school, and eventually in the real world. Without the University of Michigan-Flint, all of the opportunities that I had to grow personally and intellectually would never have happened.” - Noor Abdalla
STUDENT SPEAKER-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------NOOR ABDALLA
Noor Abdalla enrolled at UM-Flint because she felt the campus and classroom environment would make it easier for her to get involved, and talk to professors. She found this and more at the university.
Abdalla, an Honors student, is graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. She will be attending dental school after graduation.
“Through the inclusive and close-knit community that the university has to offer, I was able to comfortably make my way through undergrad and overcome the struggle of choosing a career path. I had many incredible advisors and professors help me through the process and aid me in making one of the biggest decisions of my life,” Abdalla said. “The university has been nothing but good to me, and I hope that in the future I will be able to repay the debt that I owe all the wonderful people I have met along the way.”
Abdalla developed a passion for social justice after taking the First Year Experience course “Intergroup Dialogue.”
“Every week we would talk about racial issues, religious issues, and other hot topics people don’t normally talk about,” Abdalla said. “I did not know how much I would love that class. It sparked something inside me.”
COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES
BACHELOR OF SCIENCENoor R. AbdallaEinas S. AbutalibJon N. AdolphDaniel J. AgarNoor D. AlawwaJessica AldanalAndrea AliatimFatimah A. Almahdood Deema AlmansourHamzah AlmehdharAbdul M. AlmounajedShifaa F. AlsadahMohammed K. AlsarrajMahmood F. AlzuhairCarl J. AmrheinKyle P. ArthurBenjamin C. Aurand Mohammad Awad Jacob Z. BabbDominique A. BaldwinKristin A. BallTimera P. BatesAriunbold BatsaikhanBenjamin L. BauerJared M. BennettKathleen E. Berta*David S. BlightKayla M. BluntJames R. Bovee
Sarah M. BriggsAaron J. BurchKrysta A. BykkonenBrittnie K. CannonDarien D. ClayZackary J. ClorStuart J. CoffeyChelsea M. ColliasMeagan K. ConklinDaniel J. CoreyCandice L. DaoustEvan E. DemboSierra Q. DennisIsaac A. DienerLina A. EltahirCourtney E. EudyJacob E. FederspielKathryn A. FishwickAlicia D. FranzSusan R. FrazierJacob D. GanglGabrielle K. GantosGabriella M. Garland Nicholas J. GauthierSkylar M. GrayJennifer L. Grindstaff Brittney N. GuidebeckAnthony M. HansenAlex T. Hassett
Rachael K. HavensBenjamin J. Heilner Megan P. HubarthTrina L. Huffman Madeline M. Hundley Ashley N. Hunt Maryam K. JamesJeffrey S. KabelMegan M. KalandykStacey M. Karickhoff Jason D. Keel Sarah E. KellettDennis R. KelloggAlhana H. Khobeir*Antoine P. KhobeirEmily S. KiserJennifer T. KlapkoNoah T. KnutsonLarry A. Kuipers, Jr.Josh J. KurnikHaley G. LambitzSteven D. Landis, Jr. Gary D. LandrumRachel A. LawrenceJason A. Lawson, Jr.Christopher LincolnAzaria R. Lively-DollHolly M. Macarthur-ZhongMonica R. Malloy
Paul R. ManionCaitlyn G. MansourMatthew J. McCloskey Janice E. McCoy*Kyle T. McElhineyApril E. McNeillSergio A. MendozaDerek J. MesecarJared E. MillerMadalyn K. MoonAli O. MukhtarAnthony C. NapolitanoQuill M. NeuvilleAshley M. PayneMarc D. PayneKaitlyn L. PetroneBrittany L. PettwayCorina D. PrivettYashica P. PuchimadaJames L. QuarlesCole J. RauhDaniel T. RestaCameron L. RichardsonBrandon R. RobertsonMiles M. RoblyerAmanda L. RocheleauCourtney N. RugglesMohammed Salam Mena N. Salman
* multiple degrees
BACHELOR OF FINE ARTSWilliam K. Alston Marie G. Blacknall Caroline E. BodellTaylor J. BoesTimothy F. BrandtCharles H. Brown, Jr.
Stephanie A. ChisnellChristina L. CubaBryley M. DeFriezSteven DjurovskiKristen N. EynonDolan E. Frick
Nikki R. HartChristian B. HowardConnor D. KleeJason M. McCormickJanice E. McCoy*Nicole M. Norman
April R. NunleyMichael J. PajtasFarrell S. TatumAJ J. WeltyKimberly L. Weymers
BACHELOR OF MUSICMaranda M. Dahl
BACHELOR OF INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDYJeanette L. Routhier Jasmine N. Scott
BACHELOR OF MUSIC EDUCATIONMatthew S. July Kristopher K. Kress
She became a peer facilitator for the class, and presented on Islamophobia. “Because of this passion, I came back semester after semester to be a peer facilitator and help teach others what I had learned.”
Abdalla grew up in Flint, and spent six years in the United Arab Emirates before returning to Michigan and enrolling at UM-Flint. She was heavily involved in volunteer work during her college career, including as a camp counselor and at a Flint Township soup kitchen.
In the summer of 2016, she taught Syrian refugees in Lebanon while volunteering for a nongovernmental organization.
“It helped me to see just how lucky I truly am, and how I constantly take things for granted,” Abdalla said. “Because of this realization, I made a promise to myself to use my education to help those who are less fortunate. This experience prepared me for a future in the dental field, where I hope to work alongside vulnerable groups, assisting in dental-related service.”
During her UM-Flint career, Abdalla was heavily involved with research, both on campus and beyond. She conducted research at the University of Illinois in Chicago on the Zika virus as part of her Honors Program off-campus study. Abdalla conducted biology research at UM-Flint and explored a range of other topics, including child labor in India, the lead poisoning in Flint, and the evolution of modern day numerals.
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BACHELOR OF ARTSLars J. AbelaHatim S. AlrashedFatimah M. AlshakhlCallie A. AncicMarissa L. AndersonTheresa A. AndersonAshley N. AnselmoDominique A. ArndtMirvat AtayaSalvatore D. AusielloJenilee L. BaileyEriatta T. BatesAudrey E. BeauchesneJordan D. BellantKathleen E. Berta*Emily K. Birchmeier Nancy A. BissettShelby J. BlairErika N. BoomsKatie A. BostwickJerry R. Bradshaw IIITawana D. BranchDavid F. Brasseur IIBrandon E. Brown*Kathleen M. CallahanAdam L. CampbellDanielle N. Campbell Kaitlyn N. CampbellVirginia H. ChoeRodney A. CobbinsKarly C. CockeDaniel C. ConnerSavannah R. CoomerShayla J. Coughlin Cheyenne C. Cox Blair R. Davis
Michelle A. DavisonRyan E. DishmanKameelah F. El-AminMoussa I. ElstonRusharra C. Euwing Lauren A. Farmer Taylor K. Finkbeiner Joshua J. ForteEmily J. GiffordMikayla A. GilmanMegan E. GroeneveldTrudy A. GroganRachel J. GuntherFatima HafezKaylon K. Hamlett Lejia HarrisAndrew J. HarrisonCody K. Hatfield-MyersKatelyn R. HawheeKolin P. HeddenSamantha D. HortopNathaniel L. HudsonRozena R. Hutchinson Heather A. InmanEmyin A. IsaMichael A. JamesChelsea L. JohnsonMarisa A. JuarezUrsula Gina J. KadaduCassie K. KamradtJeanette L. KearnsJulie M. KempChristina L. KennedyAlhana H. Khobeir*Brett T. KovelLana M. Kowalski
Quinton R. KraftAli Y. Krairy Richelle M. LaBargeAustin A. LaFaveEli LaRocqueAndrew G. LandbergCharity F. LloydNicole M. LoneyJasmine S. LoveRhea D. LuczekLeeAnn J. LumShenthea S. MangrumAshara B. MannsAlyssa N. MargetsonMeghan T. MarshKaitlin J. MarshallJacQue R. Martinbianco*Adam M. MayleCynthia R. McClaneStephen J. McGuireNicole M. McLeodTyler S. MeganckEmily L. MeixsellMelissa S. MessingSean A. MetcalfeApril M. Middleton Lauren D. Mixon Cali L. Montrull Christin D. MorganTiffany E. MumaKate M. Murdoch Jordan B. NashSamuel D. NoblesMiah J. NorrisJames A. OdorStephen D. Orr
Garrett C. PopourMichael P. Puro Daisha E. Ramsey Jessica C. RobinsonSteven D. Roland IIMallory J. Russell Ameer M. RutherfordMegan J. RyeErin A. SackAndrew C. Scott Dennis J. Scott, Jr. Brittany L. SevernThomas C. Shalla, Jr.Sammie L. SmithAmber L. StabenauDaniel J. StohlinMelissa A. ThorpeAshley N. Toton-TrombleyMorgan A. TroxellTyler J. TuppsAlissa R. VarnerJames W. VasseurSamantha L. ViolaEljesa Vitija*Annabelle R. WardAmber L. WasylyshynDanielle R. WetherellIan K. WhiteRyan M. WierRebecca R. Wilhite Kate E. WilliamsPaul A. WixsonKala C. WoodMary E. WooleyChad E. Young Andrew T. Zimmerman
* multiple degrees
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN APPLIED SCIENCEJaquetta L. Bailey Brittany M. GrassTony P. HowellDana E. Johnson Phillip J. Kennedy
Daphne M. McClellandAmanda M. PerkinsMike J. Poll II Rima N. SabbaghCheryl A. Schofield
Jeffrey T. SheltonMonsenaray Sheppard Jeremy J. SinkaChristopher B. Skalecki Tasha L. Smith
Renona M. SmutnyPhil W. StevensDominique D. StrongWhitney E. Von Schmittou
DANIELLE EMERSON
Danielle Emerson joined UM-Flint with a goal of becoming a nurse. During her college career, she learned all the skills it would take. But she also developed a commitment to one day give back as a registered nurse who also teaches to those going into the field.
Emerson is graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
“My education, university involvement, and volunteer work have prepared me to undertake the challenges of a career in nursing,” she said.
“My experiences have only increased my resolve to become a nurse. While attending UM-Flint, I have encountered numerous instructors who are clearly dedicated to the success of their students and who truly care about the experiences that students receive. Specifically, my experience with professors in the nursing program has increased my desire to further my education in order to become a nursing educator in the future. I would very much enjoy giving future nursing students the same remarkable educational experiences with which I have been privileged at UM-Flint.”
Emerson said the UM-Flint culture of support made a big impact on her.
STUDENT SPEAKER-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
“These rewarding volunteer experiences made available through UM-Flint School of Nursing have greatly enhanced my sense of community, time management, and interpersonal skills; nurturing my
personal growth.” - Danielle Emerson
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“I’ve been able to meet with every instructor I’ve had if I needed to, whether it was English, nursing, chemistry, or any other subject,” she said. “I feel it is a lot easier to be involved at the university, as well as in the community, because faculty speak directly with you about various opportunities.”
Emerson, part of the Honors Program, traveled to Cambodia for her off-campus study as part of a medical mission group from UM-Flint who provided health assessments and health education to those in need. She provided nursing care in villages, hospitals, and orphanages with limited equipment.
“The trip was a very eye-opening and humbling experience,” Emerson said. “I have found this experience to be one of my greatest opportunities for academic, as well as personal growth.”
Emerson devoted a significant amount of time at UM-Flint tutoring other students, including nursing and Honors students.
“Tutoring has bettered me as an individual, while allowing me to better other students’ educations,” said Emerson.
She also contributed to a range of volunteer projects through the university, including at the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan, a cardiac assessment of teens in Fenton, and more.
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THE ACADEMIC MACE AND MEDALLION-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------University of Michigan-Flint ceremonies begin with the Faculty Marshal carrying the university mace. Friends presented the University of Michigan-Flint mace to the institution in 1993. The shaft is four and one-half feet in length and is made of mahogany. The brass orb on top of the shaft is hollow and circumscribed with a band bearing the name of the institution. Within the orb is a paper bearing the names of those who contributed to the funding of the mace and atop the orb is a brass disk inscribed with the seal of the University of Michigan-Flint.
Chancellor Susan E. Borrego was presented with the Medallion on behalf of Academic Affairs upon her arrival to the University of Michigan-Flint as Chancellor and prior to her inauguration. The Medallion is a bronze disk that shows the seal of the University of Michigan-Flint that is worn around the neck during formal ceremonial events such as Commencement.
THE UNIVERSITY FLAG-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The Flag of the University of Michigan-Flint represents the individual character of the campus and its close association with the University of Michigan. The “union” next to the staff, which identifies the University of Michigan both by its colors and its legend, is overlapped by the “device.” The uniting by this means of “union” and “field” indicates the bond between University of Michigan-Flint and the other schools of the university and the common purpose they share. The legend “Flint,” delineated in the university colors at the flag’s own left, complements the “union.” The “field” takes its colors from a part of the varicolored flame of the search for truth. The “device,” derived from the University seal, is the lamp of enlightenment resting on the book of learning. The white of the device’s own field supplies a philosophic association as the color of humane letters and a historic association as the color of the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, parent college of all.
Professor Emeritus Walter J. Gores of the College of Architecture and Design, designer and maker of all University Flags, fashioned this flag for the Flint College; which is now the University of Michigan-Flint.
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THE ACADEMIC COSTUME-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The colorful gowns and hoods worn by faculty members at commencement and other academic ceremonies represent the degrees, disciplines, and alma maters of the wearers. The American academic costume tradition, imported from England, dates to Colonial days.
GOWNS - The style of the academic gown differs with the academic degree it represents. The bachelor gown has plain, full sleeves and is without velvet facing down the front. The masters and specialist gowns are identified by long narrow sleeves that are “blind” at the cuff, with slits at elbow-length for the arms. The doctoral gown has full sleeves with velvet chevrons and velvet facing down the front.
Academic gowns are usually black, but some universities permit gowns in the school’s colors. The velvet trimming on the doctor’s gowns is traditionally black, though some universities (including the University of Michigan-Flint) permit the velvet to be of the color distinctive of the discipline to which the degree pertains.
HOODS - The masters hood (short), specialist hood (intermediate), and the doctoral hood (long) carry the distinctive design and the colors of the university where the degree was awarded.
The doctoral, specialist, and masters hoods for University of Michigan-Flint candidates have the following velvet colors:
Accounting, Business Administration ....................................................... drabCommunication ..................................................................................silver grayEducation ............................................................................................. light blueLiterature and Arts ..................................................................................... whiteNursing ..................................................................................................... apricotPhysical Therapy ........................................................................................... tealPublic Administration ..................................................................peacock bluePublic Health ...........................................................................................salmonPhilosophy ........................................................................................... dark blueScience ..........................................................................................golden yellow
CAPS - Caps vary in style from the traditional black mortarboard to eight-, six-, and four-corner tams, and Elizabethan- style caps. The mortarboard may be of any appropriate material, such as cotton, poplin, rayon, or silk, to match the gown. Velvet is reserved for holders of doctorates. A long tassel is fastened to the middle point of the top of the cap.
OTHER APPAREL - Several graduates are wearing cords or sashes as part of the academic costume. Other than the gold cords that stand for graduating with honors, some of the cords and sashes indicate academic achievement in the other areas such as Service Learning. Other cords and sashes are awarded to students for their participation in clubs and organizations.
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SCHOOL OF NURSING
DOCTOR OF NURSING PRACTICESara M. BakerLisa A. BrannackJill A. BrownNicole S. CameronGillian M. CliffordDenika L. DaltonPaul C. DielemanJessica L. DouglasKeith M. FergusonKelly K. Forster*Maranda C. Gary Suzette M. Goff
Naomi Y. GrassoFariba Hajy IseyedsoleimanEmily K. HoeftKelly R. HowardStacy L. Jones Josephine M. KamendatNatalie A. KoronaSara A. LindsoeJennifer L. LudwigEucheria MbataSuzanne J. MironMargaret A. Morrison
Erin MuladoreRattan Nagi Chia-Hui NeillyMaria B. NielsenChristin J. Porro Anne C. RaderAmy M. Raetz-BennerMistey M. RaylTonya K. RezmerLaura K. SemelbauerRobin A. ShislerKryn L. Sisco
Autumn R. SmithParis L. SpanglerCarolyn D. StewartErica L. StoneKyle D. TaylorVy T. Than Amorena L. TompkinsLodica WallaceWendy L. WebsterAllison WilliamsJaclyn L. Wolf
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION & HUMAN SERVICES
MASTER OF ARTS IN LITERACY EDUCATIONAmy L. Anderson-LyonsCheryl A. Henige
Elizabeth H. MolnarKathy S. Rodriguez-Montini
Amy M. Webb
MASTER OF ARTS IN SPECIAL EDUCATIONNatalie McNeil
* multiple degrees
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN NURSINGGeorgette M. AneedKristin M. AsmusAmanda M. BackingerLaura A. Bottomley Brown Christine C. BozekSarah A. CardenasDelia M. ChirilaMarci K. Coates Hilary Cooper Jessica B. CooperTabatha J. Cronander Brook L. DakeBrianne Daniel
Lauren M. Dunn Christine M. GabrielColleen M. Gabriel Stephanie Gialdi Marissa R. Harrah Courtney JesnigSandi L. JonesAmber G. Juhl Tarrah M. Kaplan Kim D. KempJordan E. KnotRose KodsyMaria L. Kurlenda
Linda R. LackowskiTonya M. LottShanna M. MacClaren Ayesha Massey Brian M. McDermottTatiana M. MichuraSheri N. Mitchell Andy MolnarWhitney A. PahlAvani A. Patel Courtney R. PeperAmber A. RistowKathleen Ruffolo
Alexandra R. SeagerNick A. ShelleyNicole N. Silvestri Dustann SpaldingLavinia S. StrezaBernice A. TheuleKim J. Truckner Michelle B. Villareal Brittany A. WadagaAshley J. WhiteTamara D. Yoas
GRADUATE CERTIFICATEBeth E. DavisCarol Donnelly
Jennie R. Krull Brenda J. Pontillo
Erika VanEngen
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Noor R. AbdallaBachelor of ScienceBiology
Abdul M. AlmounajedBachelor of ScienceMolecular BIO/BiotechnologyBachelor of ScienceResearch Psychology
Mohammed K. AlsarrajBachelor of ScienceMolecular BIO/Biotechnology
Jessica D. BonardelliBachelor of Social Work
Danielle B. EmersonBachelor of ScienceNursing
Elizabeth N. GlascoBachelor of ScienceHealth Sciences
Janice E. McCoyBachelor of ScienceArt EducationBachelor of Fine ArtsStudio Art
Madalyn K. MoonBachelor of ScienceBiology
Steven T. MoonBachelor of ScienceNursing
Olivia NorfolkBachelor of Business Administration
Briana M. ShanafeltBachelor of ScienceElementary Education
Christopher M. SheaBachelor of ScienceHealth Sciences
Catherine A. WilhelmBachelor of ScienceBiochemistryy
MAIZE AND BLUE DISTINGUISHED SCHOLARSHIP-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The Maize and Blue Distinguished Scholarship Award winners are selected from among nominations made by various instructional units of the university to the Scholarships, Awards, and Special Events Committee. Eligibility criteria include a minimum of 58 credit hours earned at UM-Flint with a grade point average of 3.75 or better. The Maize and Blue Distinguished Scholarship Award is the most prestigious award given by the university to graduating seniors.
This year’s recipients are:
EDUCATION SPECIALISTPrecios M. ArmstrongDuane A. BedellDot R. BlackwellPeter J. Cross
Pamela D. HayesDevi A. JohnsonBrandon C. McAnuff Andrea J. Misuraca
Nichole E. MooreDiane R. Peneyard Tiffany L. PetersonSara E. Roland
Joel M. SmithSara K. TaylorJamie A. Trussell Kristal L. White
MASTER OF PUBLIC HEALTHAmy L. BaconLisa A. Bauer Danielle D. BlasdellErin M. BrownKorbyn S. CallawayKanday R. CampbellHalima E. Curry
Sarah L. DevittAshley L. Duval Asim M. Elbakheet Hannan S. Guenther Meghan L. Kiehna Jordan E. KietzmanKomi B. Kilero
Jennifer N. KippRachel M. MahonAlysa N. Miller Mallory F. MillerDionne A. Moore-SmithShirley-Ann A. Osei OnomahAshley T. Page
Amanda L. ParkerAneesha Singh RamShawn M. Schutt Toni N. Takacs Jennifer L. Thornquist Jennifer M. Wisniewski
* multiple degrees
SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS & STUDIES
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ANESTHESIAChristopher Angell Tony J. AntoninoTimothy BrunelleLuke BuecheNicole Dub
Jason D. FlowersRyan L. FryeStephanie D. GageWilliam C. Goode IVGreg Johnson
Philip M. KodsyKendall D. Murphy Jennifer L. PierickAndre G. PulfordLesley L. Roumayah
Cassie K. SchacherSarah A. StruthersCaitlyn S. ThompsonJordan E. Van Overbeke
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN HEALTH EDUCATIONSherelle M. Bell Brown Bianca Z. Donald Jessica C. Gutierrez
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION & HUMAN SERVICES
MASTER OF ARTS IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATIONColey M. BarkeyApril J. Barr
Rosie O. EnemodiaEdith E. Feaster
Heather N. McClureMylisha R. Proulx
Melissa A. Vong
MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATIONCheryl A. Churchill Diane D. Kline-Gorney Mary L. Trudo Theresa V. Wright
MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGYJoel E. BerryGia S. CarrollAmy R. ChrisnerSara J. Coronado
Maxwell K. DzikuAshley M. FlemmerLorie K. GoodaleSam S. Huff
Angie D. JewellAndrew G. LobbCharla R. RandallSarah A. Rogers
Austin A. Whelpley
Noor AbdallaDeema AlmansourAbdul Almounajed
Mohammed AlsarrajAudrey BeauchesneDanielle Emerson
Elizabeth GlascoMadalyn MoonJamie Pieknik
Sydney Spielmaker
HONORARY AWARDS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------HONORS PROGRAMThe University of Michigan-Flint Honors Program members are selected based on a variety of factors including strength and diversity of curriculum and extracurricular activities, a writing sample, ACT scores, grade point average, and class rank. The Honors Program consists of a Freshman/Sophomore core curriculum of Honors courses (with a requirement of maintaining a 3.3 GPA), and a Senior Thesis, and Senior Honors Seminar. In order to graduate from the four-year program, students must achieve a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher.
COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES
Actuarial Excellence Award recognizes the student selected by the faculty of the Mathematics Department who best exemplifies the program’s goal of preparing students for a career as an actuary.
Kyle McElhinney
Alpha Kappa Delta, International Honor Society in Sociology requires members to have a record of high academic achievement. Our campus chapter is Pi of Michigan. The purpose of AKD is to seek to acknowledge and promote excellence in the scholarship of the study of sociology, the research of social problems, and such other social and intellectual activities as will lead to improvement in the human condition.
Moussa I. Elston Emily L. Meixsell Jessica C. Robinson
William V. Caldwell Prize for Excellence in Mathematics, named in honor of long-time Professor of Mathematics and Department Chair William V. Caldwell, serves to recognize the student selected by the faculty of the Mathematics Department as outstanding Mathematics student of the year.
Noah Knutson
American Chemical Society’s Top Graduating Seniors recognizes top students graduating with a Chemistry or Biochemistry major from programs accredited by the American Chemical Society. These students are awarded a plaque by both their department and a plaque and recognition ceremony by the Detroit section of the American Chemical Society.
Zackary Clor Catherine Wilhelm
SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIONJason R. AbbasspourDamilola A. AlaoBrock Atamer Amanda G. BronsonAaron J. ChamberlainKalvin L. CharaniaChristin P. Curtis*Chu-Shih DengShane Emmons
Kelly K. Forster*Asa D. HallidayMichael S. LonsberryRupesh V. MahajanMichael E. McGaheyKishan A. ModiaMarilyn J. Montgomery Yang Moore Jonathan B. Morley
Eric A. Netkowski Joyann O’BrienBritt M. PattersonKellen J. RikerStephanie R. Ross Bhavana S. SanapBrandon P. ShermanEvan J. SkarbekIlona E. Takakura
Purnima ThapaMiguel F. ThimannShane P. TreseJashim Uddin JaQuita S. WelchJessica L. Winowski
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ACCOUNTINGAdam BreecherDaniel CraneJoseph Gaiefsky
Chenghao Gan Sun OhJulia Riddell
Amy D. TaylorRyan J. ThomasAmy D. Tytar
Terrence A. White
* multiple degrees
GRADUATE CERTIFICATEAttah O. Saleh
SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS & STUDIESDOCTOR OF ANESTHESIA PRACTICEDee A. BerryYoo Eun E. Gulden
Sharon NovackShannon T. Slabinski
Bradley StelflugAmy S. Torbenson
DOCTOR OF PHYSICAL THERAPYSamuel AppleBrooke A. BakerDaniel J. BastinMelissa M. BemisMichele M. Bird Laura K. BlemasterRebecca L. BlundyJoseph E. Booker IIJacob A. BrokenshawAlexandra CalteauxShelby J. ChambersBrittni N. CruseChristin P. Curtis*Taryn N. EdsallJoel M. Ford
Bryan A. FortonMatthew D. Fox Ruoxi FuShiela GhoshRoman M. GlazewskiMonica R. GodoshianMichael A. GolowicRiley Groenewoud Kayla M. HahnAlex M. HeffnerRebecca L. HershMadalina I. Hill Alexander M. HoldrenAdam M. KingsburyKhoa M. Lam
Marcus B. LewisMeghan M. LuceroZachary J. McConnell Seth J. MeyerSamantha G. MillerDaryl MooreEric D. MoweryJulie A. MulcahyErica L. NaughtonEliana H. NeumanSaima Nosheen Rina B. PandyHiteksha P. PatelEmily J. RouschBenjamin J. Sachs
Molly M. SchabAlex SchraerDavid J. SchwarzAbbey R. StuhldreherHolly N. TippClayton B. TomczykKatie TschirhartAlexander L. VanSlykePriyanka G. VillanasseryWill Wakefield Joshua D. Wenzlaff Marie K. Whitt
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN-FLINT COMMENCEMENT APRIL 201816 #UMFLINTGRAD 25
Chuck Apple Outstanding Student in Communication Award is presented to the Communication major graduating in the current academic year who best combines academic strength and engagement to leave the highest mark on their colleagues. It is the highest honor bestowed by the Communication faculty on an undergraduate student. The award is named after Associate Professor Emeritus of Communication Charles Apple.
Ameer Rutherford
* multiple degrees
HORACE H. RACKHAM SCHOOL OF GRADUATE STUDIES
MASTER OF ARTS IN ARTS ADMINISTRATIONKerry L. Bellinger Leon C. Collins Mary C. Kelly Anna M. Schuller
MASTER OF ARTS IN LIBERAL STUDIESSteven W. Bannow Maris B. Wallag Joshua Wentz
MASTER OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATIONMaria C. AllenTamara M. BednarskiShanda L. BushThomas J. Cavalier IILashaya D. DarisawBridgett J. Fenner
Wesley A. GwisdalaStephanie L. HackneyDino W. HinesRick J. JonesJohn F. McGrathKrystal L. Miller
Samantha K. MillerShayne A. MishlerRonda T. Nelson Doron C. PrattAngela D. PughAllison L. Reynolds
Terra D. RiddleJoseph J. Schipani Lauryn B. SpringsteenRyan M. Tackabury
COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES
MASTER OF ARTS IN APPLIED COMMUNICATIONJami M. Blaauw HaraTracy L. GleesonDayne M. Hopkins
Joshua M. LangloisKhalilah A. RashadaStewart S. Reed III
Karen J. RiptoeKelia TysonMonica S. Wielichowski
Eric K. Yingst, Jr.
MASTER OF ARTS IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATUREDana M. Heidtman Ashley M. O’Brien Shiloh M. Slaughter Ruth L. Stover-Lange
MASTER OF ARTS IN SOCIAL SCIENCERhonda K. Banks Casey W. Drobek Jon R. Ellyson Joshua D. Kennedy-Crawford
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BIOLOGYSteffanie K. AndersonBrittany N. DouglasAudrianna M. Earegood-McCarty
Erick A. HamiltonCourtney E. HigginsKaren M. IckesWilliam J. Marshall
Kurt J. ShulerAnjela R. Sullenger
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE & INFORMATION SYSTEMSHaseeb AbdulSailab M. Ajmeri Jarred BedoyaSushed ChennojuAmrutha Varshini Naga Sai CherukuriShivani Chittipolu
Bhavani DourlaMatthew E. GrossKatie KalataVenkata N. KandriajuPratap Reddy KarneRoselin KunchithapathamSai Teja Madireddy
Kavya Lahari MandadapuSrinidhi ManneSruthi S. MedarametlaAmani MeKalaUlrich P. NguemaVince C. Nwobodo Adedotun O. Ojelabi
Rathandeep Goud SiddagouniMatthew SpraguePaul C. St. PierreJonathon TammKieran WassermanVenkata Jaganath Wunnava
HONORARY AWARDS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES
Department of Biology Research Scholar Award recognizes graduating seniors who worked collaboratively with biology faculty in the advancement of science through presentations at scientific research conferences and/or co-authorship of publications in scientific research journals.
Jacob Babb Jennifer Grindstaff Jennifer Klapko
Dottie Filak Outstanding Leadership Award is presented to the Communication major graduating in the current academic year who has demonstrated the greatest impact on campus and community through engagement. The award is named after the late Dorothy Filak, Lecturer IV of Communication.
Chloe Plamondon
Lambda Alpha, National Collegiate Honors Society for Anthropology, Alpha of Michigan Chapter acknowledges and rewards academic excellence in the discipline. The society supports scholarship and research among its members honored for their superior achievements in the study of Anthropology by awarding student scholarships, research grants and student paper prizes.
Shelby Blaim Eli LaRocque April Middleton Erin Sack
Outstanding Scholarship Award in Communication is presented to the Communication major graduating in the current academic year who has exhibited the highest quality coursework throughout their academic career.
Hanna Jackson Kate Williams
Outstanding Graduate Student in Applied Communication Award is presented to the graduate student in the Department of Communication Studies who has demonstrated an exemplary combination of both excellence in the classroom and leadership among their student cohort.
Jami Blaauw Hara
Petronella Hiehle-Short Award was set up to honor Petronella Hiehle-Short, a UM-Flint graduate and a teacher who devoted many years to mathematics education.
Kaitlin Marshall Mallory Russell
#UMFLINTGRAD 17UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN-FLINT COMMENCEMENT APRIL 201824
Phi Alpha Theta, National Honor Society in History was established at the University of Arkansas in 1921. Currently there are over 900 chapters with over 350,000 members. Members must maintain a 3.1 minimum GPA in 12 or more credit hours in history, with a 3.0 minimum overall GPA. Although most members are history majors, membership is open to non-history majors as well. Over 25 scholarships and prizes are awarded on an annual basis.
Callie AncicShelby BlairShayla Coughlin
Nathaniel HudsonChristian KennedyBrett Kovel
Sean MetcalfeKate MurdochJeanette Routhier
HONORARY AWARDS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES - CONTINUED
Pi Sigma Alpha, National Honor Society in Political Science recognizes academic achievement in political science courses. Through university-based chapters and national activities, it supports deeper exploration of the field, student leadership in the field, and community activities.
Blair Davis Emily Meixsell Samuel Nobles
SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT
Academic Excellence award for Operations Management is presented to the top student in operations management program.
Cameron McIntosh
Academic Excellence Award for Operations & Supply Chain Management is presented to the top student in operations and supply chain management program.
Bradley O’Brien
American Marketing Association Award is presented to exceptional graduating marketing students with outstanding grade point averages selected by marketing faculty.
Olivia Nagel
Beta Alpha Psi, the International Honorary and Service Fraternity for Financial Information Professionals – BBA. The members of this national honors fraternity for information professionals are recognized for their academic achievements and outstanding service contributions to the community.
Nathan AllenAmanda BronsonDaniel CraneChenghao GanChun Hin Jui
Kirstin KnagConnor KrishOlivia NorfoldLatonia RainesCaroline Rishmawi
Selena RodriguezDylan StrakaLanting WeiCeleste WhiteTerrence White
Yulin XiaoMichelle Zheng
Psi Chi, International Honor Society in Psychology encourages, stimulates, and maintains excellence in scholarship in all fields, particularly psychology, and to advance the field of psychology. Students selected had GPA’s within the top third of the College of Arts and Sciences, and significant coursework in psychology.
Kathleen BertaCassie Kamradt
Caitlyn MansourAlyssa Margetson
April McNeillKaitlyn Petrone
Melissa ThorpeChloe Vantol
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University of Michigan-Flint Ellen A. Woodman School of Nursing Transformational Leadership Award is presented to a nursing student who represents characteristics of Dr. Ellen Woodman, former Director of the Department of Nursing for over 20 years. She was known for her ability to collaborate, encourage others by seeking new solutions to old problems, and inspire vision. The Woodman Award is considered highly prestigious and is only granted occasionally by nursing faculty.
Steven Moon
Molly (Mary) Schmidt
HONORARY AWARDS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SCHOOL OF NURSING - CONTINUED
University of Michigan-Flint School of Nursing RN to BSN Program Outstanding Student Award is given to one or two undergraduate students from the School of Nursing who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement, service, and accomplishments as a UM-Flint nursing student in the RN to BSN program.
HONORARY AWARDS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT
Beta Alpha Psi Accounting Award is presented to graduating members of this professional organization nominated by the accounting faculty.
Chenghao Gan Selena Rodriguez
Financial Executives Institute Award – Outstanding Graduate Business Student is given to outstanding college students selected by finance or accounting faculty as part of Financial Executives International’s Academic Award Program.
Kalvin Charania
Financial Executives Institute Award is given to outstanding college students selected by finance or accounting faculty as part of Financial Executives International’s Academic Award Program.
Cameron McIntosh
Beta Gamma Sigma is the exclusive business honor society, associated with AACSB International. Beta Gamma Sigma is not a fraternity nor sorority, but an organization that recognizes academic excellence in business studies. Our Society has been around since 1913 and continues to grow every day. Beta Gamma Sigma is also a proud, certified member of the Association of College Honor Societies (ACHS).
Jason AbbasspourAbdullah AlbaykDavid Allen IIRodney Allen IIHeather AndersonNick BeauneMel BemisTyler BorkowskiAshley BornKristin BowdenAdam BrackmannDanielle BriesmeisterStacey BroekstraAnna CampanellaJoshua CarlisleAshley ChapmanJon ChapmanJohanna ChengNicholas ChungJoylynn ClementDebra CormierValerio CrovascaChristin CurtisRaquel DavilaJoseph DayErich DrettmannRyan DuCharme
Deborah DunbarZena ElkadyShane EmmonsKelly ForsterJoseph GardnerChris GodinAdham HabbasJordan HackettCarlton HarahucWilliam HembruchSteven HemricJacob HewittDylan HickoffRyan HickoffTabitha HillTawn HillSarah HiteBill HoweJodi JaruzelKirstin KnagDuong LeXin LinSalma MansourJoel MartinNicholas MatthiesAlex McClimentChris McFarlane
Michael McGaheyMohamed MohamedMarilyn MontgomeryMaxwell MontneyYang MooreEmily MunnsOlivia NagelEric NetkowskiKatie NewtonOlivia NorfolkJalen NunnJoyann O’BrienSydney ParvinEli PettusMarybeth PhillipsBenjamin PierceLatonia RainesJulia RiddellAshley RochaCharles SchearStacie SchermanJeffrey SchockerNicholas SchultzBrandon ShermanKevin SkuttGarrett SmithEugene Sobieski
Ariees SpanglerSean SperlingHeather StandalGail StoneEric SuranErik TaipalusIlona TakakuraTom TangPurnima ThapaJim Traxler Jr.Michael TupperAmy TytarEdward UpchurchMichelle Van ElsackerRichard Walker IILeslie WaltonRebecca WattBryce WattsLanting WeiAvadella WhiteJacinda WhiteKurt WhiteAmanda WilsonLara WilsonMinyan WuNanxi Zhang
#UMFLINTGRAD 19UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN-FLINT COMMENCEMENT APRIL 201822
#UMFLINTGRAD 21
HONORARY AWARDS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS & STUDIES
Outstanding Service Award in Physical Therapy honors a student who faced unusual or challenging circumstances and showed mettle in persisting to successfully complete the Doctor of Physical Therapy program.
Rachel Selina
Michigan Physical Therapy Association Outstanding Student Award is intended for students who are in the final year of their professional curriculum, having a cumulative GPA of 3.2, is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and the Michigan Physical Therapy Association, and have demonstrated “outstanding” participation in academic, professional, and related community activities.
Rachel Selina
Michigan Physical Therapy Association Institute for Education and Research Team Rehab Scholarship is intended to reward and encourage physical therapy students who have completed two full years of the Department of Physical Therapy program, and who show promise as practical clinicians. The award recognizes students who are academically successful, have exhibited a desire to excel and practice in the clinical environment (rather than teach and/or conduct research in the academic environment), have contributed to patient satisfaction during clinical education, have exhibited the ability to be a team player in the clinical environment, and have shown evidence of advancing their practical knowledge of physical therapy.
Holly Tipp
SCHOOL OF NURSING
Hurley Medical Center School of Nursing Alumni Association Clinical Excellence Award is given to one student in the traditional or accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program who demonstrated excellence and leadership abilities in clinical practice, the advocacy role in clinical practice, and evidence based practice; promoted effective communication between disciplines to enhance patient care; and was view by patients, peers, faculty, and other clinicians as an outstanding student clinician.
Devon Chalut
University of Michigan-Flint School of Nursing RN to BSN Program Outstanding Student Award recognizes outstanding academic achievement, service, and accomplishments.
Karissa Palmer Kelly Lucik Starr
Outstanding Student Clinician Award in Physical Therapy - Professionalism and success in delivering evidence-based care in physical therapy are central features of the Department of Physical Therapy program. This award recognizes a student who excelled in clinical decision-making and professionalism during their final clinical internships.
Tyler Luchtefeld
HONORARY AWARDS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT - CONTINUED
Institute of Management Accountants Award is presented to an outstanding accounting student nominated by accounting faculty.
Amanda Wilson
Merill Lynch Academic Excellence Award is presented to a finance student with an outstanding grade point average selected by finance faculty.
Emily Francis
Plante Moran Outstanding Accounting Student Award is presented to three top students in accounting selected by accounting faculty.
Anna Campanella Olivia Norfolk Lisa Riddell
Wall Street Journal Award is given to a graduating finance student with a high grade point average, who has performed insightful research, and demonstrated an entrepreneurial spirit.
Ryan Ducharme
SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS & STUDIES
Academic Excellence Award in Physical Therapy values excellence in academic performance. This award is given to a student who not only achieves a high GPA in the Department of Physical Therapy program but who also seeks knowledge through persistent academic curiosity and love of learning.
Kelly Newman
Cindy Pfalzer Physical Therapy Horizons Award recognizes a post professional student who is an advocate for the profession, contributing substantially to the profession through service and/or scholarship, exemplifying the core values and skills of the profession, and reflecting the characteristics of being a lifelong learner.
Shweta Gore
Outstanding Courageous Student Award in Physical Therapy honors students who have faced unusual or challenging circumstances and showed mettle in persisting to successfully complete the Doctor of Physical Therapy program.
Jenna McTevia Nyssa Swanson
International Business Outstanding Student Award is presented to an international business students with an out-standing grade point average selected by international business faculty.
Michael Engle
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#UMFLINTGRAD 21
HONORARY AWARDS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS & STUDIES
Outstanding Service Award in Physical Therapy honors a student who faced unusual or challenging circumstances and showed mettle in persisting to successfully complete the Doctor of Physical Therapy program.
Rachel Selina
Michigan Physical Therapy Association Outstanding Student Award is intended for students who are in the final year of their professional curriculum, having a cumulative GPA of 3.2, is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and the Michigan Physical Therapy Association, and have demonstrated “outstanding” participation in academic, professional, and related community activities.
Rachel Selina
Michigan Physical Therapy Association Institute for Education and Research Team Rehab Scholarship is intended to reward and encourage physical therapy students who have completed two full years of the Department of Physical Therapy program, and who show promise as practical clinicians. The award recognizes students who are academically successful, have exhibited a desire to excel and practice in the clinical environment (rather than teach and/or conduct research in the academic environment), have contributed to patient satisfaction during clinical education, have exhibited the ability to be a team player in the clinical environment, and have shown evidence of advancing their practical knowledge of physical therapy.
Holly Tipp
SCHOOL OF NURSING
Hurley Medical Center School of Nursing Alumni Association Clinical Excellence Award is given to one student in the traditional or accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program who demonstrated excellence and leadership abilities in clinical practice, the advocacy role in clinical practice, and evidence based practice; promoted effective communication between disciplines to enhance patient care; and was view by patients, peers, faculty, and other clinicians as an outstanding student clinician.
Devon Chalut
UM-Flint School of Nursing Outstanding Student Award recognizes one or two undergraduate students from the School of Nursing who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement, service, and accomplishments as a UM-Flint nursing student.
Karissa Palmer Kelly Lucik Starr
Outstanding Student Clinician Award in Physical Therapy - Professionalism and success in delivering evidence-based care in physical therapy are central features of the Department of Physical Therapy program. This award recognizes a student who excelled in clinical decision-making and professionalism during their final clinical internships.
Tyler Luchtefeld
University of Michigan-Flint Ellen A. Woodman School of Nursing Transformational Leadership Award is presented to a nursing student who represents characteristics of Dr. Ellen Woodman, former Director of the Department of Nursing for over 20 years. She was known for her ability to collaborate, encourage others by seeking new solutions to old problems, and inspire vision. The Woodman Award is considered highly prestigious and is only granted occasionally by nursing faculty.
Steven Moon
Molly (Mary) Schmidt
HONORARY AWARDS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SCHOOL OF NURSING - CONTINUED
University of Michigan-Flint School of Nursing RN to BSN Program Outstanding Student Award is given to one or two undergraduate students from the School of Nursing who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement, service, and accomplishments as a UM-Flint nursing student in the RN to BSN program.
HONORARY AWARDS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT
Beta Alpha Psi Accounting Award is presented to graduating members of this professional organization nominated by the accounting faculty.
Chenghao Gan Selena Rodriguez
Financial Executives Institute Award – Outstanding Graduate Business Student is given to outstanding college students selected by finance or accounting faculty as part of Financial Executives International’s Academic Award Program.
Kalvin Charania
Financial Executives Institute Award is given to outstanding college students selected by finance or accounting faculty as part of Financial Executives International’s Academic Award Program.
Cameron McIntosh
Beta Gamma Sigma is the exclusive business honor society, associated with AACSB International. Beta Gamma Sigma is not a fraternity nor sorority, but an organization that recognizes academic excellence in business studies. Our Society has been around since 1913 and continues to grow every day. Beta Gamma Sigma is also a proud, certified member of the Association of College Honor Societies (ACHS).
Jason AbbasspourAbdullah AlbaykDavid Allen IIRodney Allen IIHeather AndersonNick BeauneMel BemisTyler BorkowskiAshley BornKristin BowdenAdam BrackmannDanielle BriesmeisterStacey BroekstraAnna CampanellaJoshua CarlisleAshley ChapmanJon ChapmanJohanna ChengNicholas ChungJoylynn ClementDebra CormierValerio CrovascaChristin CurtisRaquel DavilaJoseph DayErich DrettmannRyan DuCharme
Deborah DunbarZena ElkadyShane EmmonsKelly ForsterJoseph GardnerChris GodinAdham HabbasJordan HackettCarlton HarahucWilliam HembruchSteven HemricJacob HewittDylan HickoffRyan HickoffTabitha HillTawn HillSarah HiteBill HoweJodi JaruzelKirstin KnagDuong LeXin LinSalma MansourJoel MartinNicholas MatthiesAlex McClimentChris McFarlane
Michael McGaheyMohamed MohamedMarilyn MontgomeryMaxwell MontneyYang MooreEmily MunnsOlivia NagelEric NetkowskiKatie NewtonOlivia NorfolkJalen NunnJoyann O’BrienSydney ParvinEli PettusMarybeth PhillipsBenjamin PierceLatonia RainesJulia RiddellAshley RochaCharles SchearStacie SchermanJeffrey SchockerNicholas SchultzBrandon ShermanKevin SkuttGarrett SmithEugene Sobieski
Ariees SpanglerSean SperlingHeather StandalGail StoneEric SuranErik TaipalusIlona TakakuraTom TangPurnima ThapaJim Traxler Jr.Michael TupperAmy TytarEdward UpchurchMichelle Van ElsackerRichard Walker IILeslie WaltonRebecca WattBryce WattsLanting WeiAvadella WhiteJacinda WhiteKurt WhiteAmanda WilsonLara WilsonMinyan WuNanxi Zhang
#UMFLINTGRAD 19UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN-FLINT COMMENCEMENT APRIL 201822
HONORARY AWARDS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES - CONTINUED
Pi Sigma Alpha, National Honor Society in Political Science recognizes academic achievement in political science courses. Through university-based chapters and national activities, it supports deeper exploration of the field, student leadership in the field, and community activities.
Blair Davis Emily Meixsell Samuel Nobles
SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT
Academic Excellence award for Operations Management is presented to the top student in operations management program.
Cameron McIntosh
Academic Excellence Award for Operations & Supply Chain Management is presented to the top student in operations and supply chain management program.
Bradley O’Brien
American Marketing Association Award is presented to exceptional graduating marketing students with outstanding grade point averages selected by marketing faculty.
Olivia Nagel
Beta Alpha Psi, the International Honorary and Service Fraternity for Financial Information Professionals – BBA. The members of this national honors fraternity for information professionals are recognized for their academic achievements and outstanding service contributions to the community.
Nathan AllenAmanda BronsonDaniel CraneChenghao GanChun Hin Jui
Kirstin KnagConnor KrishOlivia NorfoldLatonia RainesCaroline Rishmawi
Selena RodriguezDylan StrakaLanting WeiCeleste WhiteTerrence White
Yulin XiaoMichelle Zheng
Psi Chi, International Honor Society in Psychology encourages, stimulates, and maintains excellence in scholarship in all fields, particularly psychology, and to advance the field of psychology. Students selected had GPA’s within the top third of the College of Arts and Sciences, and significant coursework in psychology.
Kathleen BertaCassie Kamradt
Caitlyn MansourAlyssa Margetson
April McNeillKaitlyn Petrone
Melissa ThorpeChloe Vantol
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN-FLINT COMMENCEMENT APRIL 201818
* multiple degrees
HORACE H. RACKHAM SCHOOL OF GRADUATE STUDIES
MASTER OF ARTS IN ARTS ADMINISTRATIONKerry L. Bellinger Leon C. Collins Mary C. Kelly Anna M. Schuller
MASTER OF ARTS IN LIBERAL STUDIESSteven W. Bannow Maris B. Wallag Joshua Wentz
MASTER OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATIONMaria C. AllenTamara M. BednarskiShanda L. BushThomas J. Cavalier IILashaya D. DarisawBridgett J. Fenner
Wesley A. GwisdalaStephanie L. HackneyDino W. HinesRick J. JonesJohn F. McGrathKrystal L. Miller
Samantha K. MillerShayne A. MishlerRonda T. Nelson Doron C. PrattAngela D. PughAllison L. Reynolds
Terra D. RiddleJoseph J. Schipani Lauryn B. SpringsteenRyan M. Tackabury
COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES
MASTER OF ARTS IN APPLIED COMMUNICATIONJami M. Blaauw HaraTracy L. GleesonDayne M. Hopkins
Joshua M. LangloisKhalilah A. RashadaStewart S. Reed III
Karen J. RiptoeKelia TysonMonica S. Wielichowski
Eric K. Yingst, Jr.
MASTER OF ARTS IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATUREDana M. Heidtman Ashley M. O’Brien Shiloh M. Slaughter Ruth L. Stover-Lange
MASTER OF ARTS IN SOCIAL SCIENCERhonda K. Banks Casey W. Drobek Jon R. Ellyson Joshua D. Kennedy-Crawford
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BIOLOGYSteffanie K. AndersonBrittany N. DouglasAudrianna M. Earegood-McCarty
Erick A. HamiltonCourtney E. HigginsKaren M. IckesWilliam J. Marshall
Kurt J. ShulerAnjela R. Sullenger
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE & INFORMATION SYSTEMSHaseeb AbdulSailab M. Ajmeri Jarred BedoyaSushed ChennojuAmrutha Varshini Naga Sai CherukuriShivani Chittipolu
Bhavani DourlaMatthew E. GrossKatie KalataVenkata N. KandriajuPratap Reddy KarneRoselin KunchithapathamSai Teja Madireddy
Kavya Lahari MandadapuSrinidhi ManneSruthi S. MedarametlaAmani MeKalaUlrich P. NguemaVince C. Nwobodo Adedotun O. Ojelabi
Rathandeep Goud SiddagouniMatthew SpraguePaul C. St. PierreJonathon TammKieran WassermanVenkata Jaganath Wunnava
HONORARY AWARDS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES
Department of Biology Research Scholar Award recognizes graduating seniors who worked collaboratively with biology faculty in the advancement of science through presentations at scientific research conferences and/or co-authorship of publications in scientific research journals.
Jacob Babb Jennifer Grindstaff Jennifer Klapko
Dottie Filak Outstanding Leadership Award is presented to the Communication major graduating in the current academic year who has demonstrated the greatest impact on campus and community through engagement. The award is named after the late Dorothy Filak, Lecturer IV of Communication.
Chloe Plamondon
Lambda Alpha, National Collegiate Honors Society for Anthropology, Alpha of Michigan Chapter acknowledges and rewards academic excellence in the discipline. The society supports scholarship and research among its members honored for their superior achievements in the study of Anthropology by awarding student scholarships, research grants and student paper prizes.
Shelby Blaim Eli LaRocque April Middleton Erin Sack
Outstanding Scholarship Award in Communication is presented to the Communication major graduating in the current academic year who has exhibited the highest quality coursework throughout their academic career.
Hanna Jackson Kate Williams
Outstanding Graduate Student in Applied Communication Award is presented to the graduate student in the Department of Communication Studies who has demonstrated an exemplary combination of both excellence in the classroom and leadership among their student cohort.
Jami Blaauw Hara
Petronella Hiehle-Short Award was set up to honor Petronella Hiehle-Short, a UM-Flint graduate and a teacher who devoted many years to mathematics education.
Kaitlin Marshall Mallory Russell
#UMFLINTGRAD 17UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN-FLINT COMMENCEMENT APRIL 201824
Phi Alpha Theta, National Honor Society in History was established at the University of Arkansas in 1921. Currently there are over 900 chapters with over 350,000 members. Members must maintain a 3.1 minimum GPA in 12 or more credit hours in history, with a 3.0 minimum overall GPA. Although most members are history majors, membership is open to non-history majors as well. Over 25 scholarships and prizes are awarded on an annual basis.
Callie AncicShelby BlairShayla Coughlin
Nathaniel HudsonChristian KennedyBrett Kovel
Sean MetcalfeKate MurdochJeanette Routhier
SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIONJason R. AbbasspourDamilola A. AlaoBrock Atamer Amanda G. BronsonAaron J. ChamberlainKalvin L. CharaniaChristin P. Curtis*Chu-Shih DengShane Emmons
Kelly K. Forster*Asa D. HallidayMichael S. LonsberryRupesh V. MahajanMichael E. McGaheyKishan A. ModiaMarilyn J. Montgomery Yang Moore Jonathan B. Morley
Eric A. Netkowski Joyann O’BrienBritt M. PattersonKellen J. RikerStephanie R. Ross Bhavana S. SanapBrandon P. ShermanEvan J. SkarbekIlona E. Takakura
Purnima ThapaMiguel F. ThimannShane P. TreseJashim Uddin JaQuita S. WelchJessica L. Winowski
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ACCOUNTINGAdam BreecherDaniel CraneJoseph Gaiefsky
Chenghao Gan Sun OhJulia Riddell
Amy D. TaylorRyan J. ThomasAmy D. Tytar
Terrence A. White
* multiple degrees
GRADUATE CERTIFICATEAttah O. Saleh
SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS & STUDIESDOCTOR OF ANESTHESIA PRACTICEDee A. BerryYoo Eun E. Gulden
Sharon NovackShannon T. Slabinski
Bradley StelflugAmy S. Torbenson
DOCTOR OF PHYSICAL THERAPYSamuel AppleBrooke A. BakerDaniel J. BastinMelissa M. BemisMichele M. Bird Laura K. BlemasterRebecca L. BlundyJoseph E. Booker IIJacob A. BrokenshawAlexandra CalteauxShelby J. ChambersBrittni N. CruseChristin P. Curtis*Taryn N. EdsallJoel M. Ford
Bryan A. FortonMatthew D. Fox Ruoxi FuShiela GhoshRoman M. GlazewskiMonica R. GodoshianMichael A. GolowicRiley Groenewoud Kayla M. HahnAlex M. HeffnerRebecca L. HershMadalina I. Hill Alexander M. HoldrenAdam M. KingsburyKhoa M. Lam
Marcus B. LewisMeghan M. LuceroZachary J. McConnell Seth J. MeyerSamantha G. MillerDaryl MooreEric D. MoweryJulie A. MulcahyErica L. NaughtonEliana H. NeumanSaima Nosheen Rina B. PandyaHiteksha P. PatelEmily J. RouschBenjamin J. Sachs
Molly M. SchabAlex SchraerDavid J. SchwarzAbbey R. StuhldreherHolly N. TippClayton B. TomczykKatie TschirhartAlexander L. VanSlykePriyanka G. VillanasseryWill Wakefield Joshua D. Wenzlaff Marie K. Whitt
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Noor R. AbdallaBachelor of ScienceBiology
Abdul M. AlmounajedBachelor of ScienceMolecular BIO/BiotechnologyBachelor of ScienceResearch Psychology
Mohammed K. AlsarrajBachelor of ScienceMolecular BIO/Biotechnology
Jessica D. BonardelliBachelor of Social Work
Danielle B. EmersonBachelor of ScienceNursing
Elizabeth N. GlascoBachelor of ScienceHealth Sciences
Janice E. McCoyBachelor of ScienceArt EducationBachelor of Fine ArtsStudio Art
Madalyn K. MoonBachelor of ScienceBiology
Steven T. MoonBachelor of ScienceNursing
Olivia NorfolkBachelor of Business Administration
Briana M. ShanafeltBachelor of ScienceElementary Education
Christopher M. SheaBachelor of ScienceHealth Sciences
Catherine A. WilhelmBachelor of ScienceBiochemistryy
MAIZE AND BLUE DISTINGUISHED SCHOLARSHIP-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The Maize and Blue Distinguished Scholarship Award winners are selected from among nominations made by various instructional units of the university to the Scholarships, Awards, and Special Events Committee. Eligibility criteria include a minimum of 58 credit hours earned at UM-Flint with a grade point average of 3.75 or better. The Maize and Blue Distinguished Scholarship Award is the most prestigious award given by the university to graduating seniors.
This year’s recipients are:
EDUCATION SPECIALISTPrecios M. ArmstrongDuane A. BedellDot R. BlackwellPeter J. Cross
Pamela D. HayesDevi A. JohnsonBrandon C. McAnuff Andrea J. Misuraca
Nichole E. MooreDiane R. Peneyard Tiffany L. PetersonSara E. Roland
Joel M. SmithSara K. TaylorJamie A. Trussell Kristal L. White
MASTER OF PUBLIC HEALTHAmy L. BaconLisa A. Bauer Danielle D. BlasdellErin M. BrownKorbyn S. CallawayKanday R. CampbellHalima E. Curry
Sarah L. DevittAshley L. Duval Asim M. Elbakheet Hannan S. Guenther Meghan L. Kiehna Jordan E. KietzmanKomi B. Kilero
Jennifer N. KippRachel M. MahonAlysa N. Miller Mallory F. MillerDionne A. Moore-SmithShirley-Ann A. Osei OnomahAshley T. Page
Amanda L. ParkerAneesha Singh RamShawn M. Schutt Toni N. Takacs Jennifer L. Thornquist Jennifer M. Wisniewski
* multiple degrees
SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS & STUDIES
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ANESTHESIAChristopher Angell Tony J. AntoninoTimothy BrunelleLuke BuecheNicole Dub
Jason D. FlowersRyan L. FryeStephanie D. GageWilliam C. Goode IVGreg Johnson
Philip M. KodsyKendall D. Murphy Jennifer L. PierickAndre G. PulfordLesley L. Roumayah
Cassie K. SchacherSarah A. StruthersCaitlyn S. ThompsonJordan E. Van Overbeke
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN HEALTH EDUCATIONSherelle M. Bell Brown Bianca Z. Donald Jessica C. Gutierrez
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION & HUMAN SERVICES
MASTER OF ARTS IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATIONColey M. BarkeyApril J. Barr
Rosie O. EnemodiaEdith E. Feaster
Heather N. McClureMylisha R. Proulx
Melissa A. Vong
MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATIONCheryl A. Churchill Diane D. Kline-Gorney Mary L. Trudo Theresa V. Wright
MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGYJoel E. BerryGia S. CarrollAmy R. ChrisnerSara J. Coronado
Maxwell K. DzikuAshley M. FlemmerLorie K. GoodaleSam S. Huff
Angie D. JewellAndrew G. LobbCharla R. RandallSarah A. Rogers
Austin A. Whelpley
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THE ACADEMIC COSTUME-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The colorful gowns and hoods worn by faculty members at commencement and other academic ceremonies represent the degrees, disciplines, and alma maters of the wearers. The American academic costume tradition, imported from England, dates to Colonial days.
GOWNS - The style of the academic gown differs with the academic degree it represents. The bachelor gown has plain, full sleeves and is without velvet facing down the front. The masters and specialist gowns are identified by long narrow sleeves that are “blind” at the cuff, with slits at elbow-length for the arms. The doctoral gown has full sleeves with velvet chevrons and velvet facing down the front.
Academic gowns are usually black, but some universities permit gowns in the school’s colors. The velvet trimming on the doctor’s gowns is traditionally black, though some universities (including the University of Michigan-Flint) permit the velvet to be of the color distinctive of the discipline to which the degree pertains.
HOODS - The masters hood (short), specialist hood (intermediate), and the doctoral hood (long) carry the distinctive design and the colors of the university where the degree was awarded.
The doctoral, specialist, and masters hoods for University of Michigan-Flint candidates have the following velvet colors:
Accounting, Business Administration ....................................................... drabCommunication ..................................................................................silver grayEducation ............................................................................................. light blueLiterature and Arts ..................................................................................... whiteNursing ..................................................................................................... apricotPhysical Therapy ........................................................................................... tealPublic Administration ..................................................................peacock bluePublic Health ...........................................................................................salmonPhilosophy ........................................................................................... dark blueScience ..........................................................................................golden yellow
CAPS - Caps vary in style from the traditional black mortarboard to eight-, six-, and four-corner tams, and Elizabethan- style caps. The mortarboard may be of any appropriate material, such as cotton, poplin, rayon, or silk, to match the gown. Velvet is reserved for holders of doctorates. A long tassel is fastened to the middle point of the top of the cap.
OTHER APPAREL - Several graduates are wearing cords or sashes as part of the academic costume. Other than the gold cords that stand for graduating with honors, some of the cords and sashes indicate academic achievement in the other areas such as Service Learning. Other cords and sashes are awarded to students for their participation in clubs and organizations.
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SCHOOL OF NURSING
DOCTOR OF NURSING PRACTICESara M. BakerLisa A. BrannackJill A. BrownNicole S. CameronGillian M. CliffordDenika L. DaltonPaul C. DielemanJessica L. DouglasKeith M. FergusonKelly K. Forster*Maranda C. Gary Suzette M. Goff
Naomi Y. GrassoFariba Hajy IseyedsoleimanEmily K. HoeftKelly R. HowardStacy L. Jones Josephine M. KamendatNatalie A. KoronaSara A. LindsoeJennifer L. LudwigEucheria MbataSuzanne J. MironMargaret A. Morrison
Erin MuladoreRattan Nagi Chia-Hui NeillyMaria B. NielsenChristin J. Porro Anne C. RaderAmy M. Raetz-BennerMistey M. RaylTonya K. RezmerLaura K. SemelbauerRobin A. ShislerKryn L. Sisco
Autumn R. SmithParis L. SpanglerCarolyn D. StewartErica L. StoneKyle D. TaylorVy T. Than Amorena L. TompkinsLodica WallaceWendy L. WebsterAllison WilliamsJaclyn L. Wolf
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION & HUMAN SERVICES
MASTER OF ARTS IN LITERACY EDUCATIONAmy L. Anderson-LyonsCheryl A. Henige
Elizabeth H. MolnarKathy S. Rodriguez-Montini
Amy M. Webb
MASTER OF ARTS IN SPECIAL EDUCATIONNatalie McNeil
* multiple degrees
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN NURSINGGeorgette M. AneedKristin M. AsmusAmanda M. BackingerLaura A. Bottomley Brown Christine C. BozekSarah A. CardenasDelia M. ChirilaMarci K. Coates Hilary Cooper Jessica B. CooperTabatha J. Cronander Brook L. DakeBrianne Daniel
Lauren M. Dunn Christine M. GabrielColleen M. Gabriel Stephanie Gialdi Marissa R. Harrah Courtney JesnigSandi L. JonesAmber G. Juhl Tarrah M. Kaplan Kim D. KempJordan E. KnotRose KodsyMaria L. Kurlenda
Linda R. LackowskiTonya M. LottShanna M. MacClaren Ayesha Massey Brian M. McDermottTatiana M. MichuraSheri N. Mitchell Andy MolnarWhitney A. PahlAvani A. Patel Courtney R. PeperAmber A. RistowKathleen Ruffolo
Alexandra R. SeagerNick A. ShelleyNicole N. Silvestri Dustann SpaldingLavinia S. StrezaBernice A. TheuleKim J. Truckner Michelle B. Villareal Brittany A. WadagaAshley J. WhiteTamara D. Yoas
GRADUATE CERTIFICATEBeth E. DavisCarol Donnelly
Jennie R. Krull Brenda J. Pontillo
Erika VanEngen
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THE ACADEMIC MACE AND MEDALLION-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------University of Michigan-Flint ceremonies begin with the Faculty Marshal carrying the university mace. Friends presented the University of Michigan-Flint mace to the institution in 1993. The shaft is four and one-half feet in length and is made of mahogany. The brass orb on top of the shaft is hollow and circumscribed with a band bearing the name of the institution. Within the orb is a paper bearing the names of those who contributed to the funding of the mace and atop the orb is a brass disk inscribed with the seal of the University of Michigan-Flint.
Chancellor Susan E. Borrego was presented with the Medallion on behalf of Academic Affairs upon her arrival to the University of Michigan-Flint as Chancellor and prior to her inauguration. The Medallion is a bronze disk that shows the seal of the University of Michigan-Flint that is worn around the neck during formal ceremonial events such as Commencement.
THE UNIVERSITY FLAG-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The Flag of the University of Michigan-Flint represents the individual character of the campus and its close association with the University of Michigan. The “union” next to the staff, which identifies the University of Michigan both by its colors and its legend, is overlapped by the “device.” The uniting by this means of “union” and “field” indicates the bond between University of Michigan-Flint and the other schools of the university and the common purpose they share. The legend “Flint,” delineated in the university colors at the flag’s own left, complements the “union.” The “field” takes its colors from a part of the varicolored flame of the search for truth. The “device,” derived from the University seal, is the lamp of enlightenment resting on the book of learning. The white of the device’s own field supplies a philosophic association as the color of humane letters and a historic association as the color of the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, parent college of all.
Professor Emeritus Walter J. Gores of the College of Architecture and Design, designer and maker of all University Flags, fashioned this flag for the Flint College; which is now the University of Michigan-Flint.
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COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES
BACHELOR OF ARTSLars J. AbelaHatim S. AlrashedFatimah M. AlshakhlCallie A. AncicMarissa L. AndersonTheresa A. AndersonAshley N. AnselmoDominique A. ArndtMirvat AtayaSalvatore D. AusielloJenilee L. BaileyEriatta T. BatesAudrey E. BeauchesneJordan D. BellantKathleen E. Berta*Emily K. Birchmeier Nancy A. BissettShelby J. BlairErika N. BoomsKatie A. BostwickJerry R. Bradshaw IIITawana D. BranchDavid F. Brasseur IIBrandon E. Brown*Kathleen M. CallahanAdam L. CampbellDanielle N. Campbell Kaitlyn N. CampbellVirginia H. ChoeRodney A. CobbinsKarly C. CockeDaniel C. ConnerSavannah R. CoomerShayla J. Coughlin Cheyenne C. Cox Blair R. Davis
Michelle A. DavisonRyan E. DishmanKameelah F. El-AminMoussa I. ElstonRusharra C. Euwing Lauren A. Farmer Taylor K. Finkbeiner Joshua J. ForteEmily J. GiffordMikayla A. GilmanMegan E. GroeneveldTrudy A. GroganRachel J. GuntherFatima HafezKaylon K. Hamlett Lejia HarrisAndrew J. HarrisonCody K. Hatfield-MyersKatelyn R. HawheeKolin P. HeddenSamantha D. HortopNathaniel L. HudsonRozena R. Hutchinson Heather A. InmanEmyin A. IsaMichael A. JamesChelsea L. JohnsonMarisa A. JuarezUrsula Gina J. KadaduCassie K. KamradtJeanette L. KearnsJulie M. KempChristina L. KennedyAlhana H. Khobeir*Brett T. KovelLana M. Kowalski
Quinton R. KraftAli Y. Krairy Richelle M. LaBargeAustin A. LaFaveEli LaRocqueAndrew G. LandbergCharity F. LloydNicole M. LoneyJasmine S. LoveRhea D. LuczekLeeAnn J. LumShenthea S. MangrumAshara B. MannsAlyssa N. MargetsonMeghan T. MarshKaitlin J. MarshallJacQue R. Martinbianco*Adam M. MayleCynthia R. McClaneStephen J. McGuireNicole M. McLeodTyler S. MeganckEmily L. MeixsellMelissa S. MessingSean A. MetcalfeApril M. Middleton Lauren D. Mixon Cali L. Montrull Christin D. MorganTiffany E. MumaKate M. Murdoch Jordan B. NashSamuel D. NoblesMiah J. NorrisJames A. OdorStephen D. Orr
Garrett C. PopourMichael P. Puro Daisha E. Ramsey Jessica C. RobinsonSteven D. Roland IIMallory J. Russell Ameer M. RutherfordMegan J. RyeErin A. SackAndrew C. Scott Dennis J. Scott, Jr. Brittany L. SevernThomas C. Shalla, Jr.Sammie L. SmithAmber L. StabenauDaniel J. StohlinMelissa A. ThorpeAshley N. Toton-TrombleyMorgan A. TroxellTyler J. TuppsAlissa R. VarnerJames W. VasseurSamantha L. ViolaEljesa Vitija*Annabelle R. WardAmber L. WasylyshynDanielle R. WetherellIan K. WhiteRyan M. WierRebecca R. Wilhite Kate E. WilliamsPaul A. WixsonKala C. WoodMary E. WooleyChad E. Young Andrew T. Zimmerman
* multiple degrees
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN APPLIED SCIENCEJaquetta L. Bailey Brittany M. GrassTony P. HowellDana E. Johnson Phillip J. Kennedy
Daphne M. McClellandAmanda M. PerkinsMike J. Poll II Rima N. SabbaghCheryl A. Schofield
Jeffrey T. SheltonMonsenaray Sheppard Jeremy J. SinkaChristopher B. Skalecki Tasha L. Smith
Renona M. SmutnyPhil W. StevensDominique D. StrongWhitney E. Von Schmittou
DANIELLE EMERSON
Danielle Emerson joined UM-Flint with a goal of becoming a nurse. During her college career, she learned all the skills it would take. But she also developed a commitment to one day give back as a registered nurse who also teaches to those going into the field.
Emerson is graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
“My education, university involvement, and volunteer work have prepared me to undertake the challenges of a career in nursing,” she said.
“My experiences have only increased my resolve to become a nurse. While attending UM-Flint, I have encountered numerous instructors who are clearly dedicated to the success of their students and who truly care about the experiences that students receive. Specifically, my experience with professors in the nursing program has increased my desire to further my education in order to become a nursing educator in the future. I would very much enjoy giving future nursing students the same remarkable educational experiences with which I have been privileged at UM-Flint.”
Emerson said the UM-Flint culture of support made a big impact on her.
STUDENT SPEAKER-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
“These rewarding volunteer experiences made available through UM-Flint School of Nursing have greatly enhanced my sense of community, time management, and interpersonal skills; nurturing my
personal growth.” - Danielle Emerson
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“I’ve been able to meet with every instructor I’ve had if I needed to, whether it was English, nursing, chemistry, or any other subject,” she said. “I feel it is a lot easier to be involved at the university, as well as in the community, because faculty speak directly with you about various opportunities.”
Emerson, part of the Honors Program, traveled to Cambodia for her off-campus study as part of a medical mission group from UM-Flint who provided health assessments and health education to those in need. She provided nursing care in villages, hospitals, and orphanages with limited equipment.
“The trip was a very eye-opening and humbling experience,” Emerson said. “I have found this experience to be one of my greatest opportunities for academic, as well as personal growth.”
Emerson devoted a significant amount of time at UM-Flint tutoring other students, including nursing and Honors students.
“Tutoring has bettered me as an individual, while allowing me to better other students’ educations,” said Emerson.
She also contributed to a range of volunteer projects through the university, including at the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan, a cardiac assessment of teens in Fenton, and more.
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“My academic achievements, research experience, participation in the Honors Program, and my work as a volunteer have prepared me for a life after graduation in dental school, and eventually in the real world. Without the University of Michigan-Flint, all of the opportunities that I had to grow personally and intellectually would never have happened.” - Noor Abdalla
STUDENT SPEAKER-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------NOOR ABDALLA
Noor Abdalla enrolled at UM-Flint because she felt the campus and classroom environment would make it easier for her to get involved, and talk to professors. She found this and more at the university.
Abdalla, an Honors student, is graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. She will be attending dental school after graduation.
“Through the inclusive and close-knit community that the university has to offer, I was able to comfortably make my way through undergrad and overcome the struggle of choosing a career path. I had many incredible advisors and professors help me through the process and aid me in making one of the biggest decisions of my life,” Abdalla said. “The university has been nothing but good to me, and I hope that in the future I will be able to repay the debt that I owe all the wonderful people I have met along the way.”
Abdalla developed a passion for social justice after taking the First Year Experience course “Intergroup Dialogue.”
“Every week we would talk about racial issues, religious issues, and other hot topics people don’t normally talk about,” Abdalla said. “I did not know how much I would love that class. It sparked something inside me.”
COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES
BACHELOR OF SCIENCENoor R. AbdallaEinas S. AbutalibJon N. AdolphDaniel J. AgarNoor D. AlawwaJessica AldanalAndrea AliatimFatimah A. Almahdood Deema AlmansourHamzah AlmehdharAbdul M. AlmounajedShifaa F. AlsadahMohammed K. AlsarrajMahmood F. AlzuhairCarl J. AmrheinKyle P. ArthurBenjamin C. Aurand Mohammad Awad Jacob Z. BabbDominique A. BaldwinKristin A. BallTimera P. BatesAriunbold BatsaikhanBenjamin L. BauerJared M. BennettKathleen E. Berta*David S. BlightKayla M. BluntJames R. Bovee
Sarah M. BriggsAaron J. BurchKrysta A. BykkonenBrittnie K. CannonDarien D. ClayZackary J. ClorStuart J. CoffeyChelsea M. ColliasMeagan K. ConklinDaniel J. CoreyCandice L. DaoustEvan E. DemboSierra Q. DennisIsaac A. DienerLina A. EltahirCourtney E. EudyJacob E. FederspielKathryn A. FishwickAlicia D. FranzSusan R. FrazierJacob D. GanglGabrielle K. GantosGabriella M. Garland Nicholas J. GauthierSkylar M. GrayJennifer L. Grindstaff Brittney N. GuidebeckAnthony M. HansenAlex T. Hassett
Rachael K. HavensBenjamin J. Heilner Megan P. HubarthTrina L. Huffman Madeline M. Hundley Ashley N. Hunt Maryam K. JamesJeffrey S. KabelMegan M. KalandykStacey M. Karickhoff Jason D. Keel Sarah E. KellettDennis R. KelloggAlhana H. Khobeir*Antoine P. KhobeirEmily S. KiserJennifer T. KlapkoNoah T. KnutsonLarry A. Kuipers, Jr.Josh J. KurnikHaley G. LambitzSteven D. Landis, Jr. Gary D. LandrumRachel A. LawrenceJason A. Lawson, Jr.Christopher LincolnAzaria R. Lively-DollHolly M. Macarthur-ZhongMonica R. Malloy
Paul R. ManionCaitlyn G. MansourMatthew J. McCloskey Janice E. McCoy*Kyle T. McElhineyApril E. McNeillSergio A. MendozaDerek J. MesecarJared E. MillerMadalyn K. MoonAli O. MukhtarAnthony C. NapolitanoQuill M. NeuvilleAshley M. PayneMarc D. PayneKaitlyn L. PetroneBrittany L. PettwayCorina D. PrivettYashica P. PuchimadaJames L. QuarlesCole J. RauhDaniel T. RestaCameron L. RichardsonBrandon R. RobertsonMiles M. RoblyerAmanda L. RocheleauCourtney N. RugglesMohammed Salam Mena N. Salman
* multiple degrees
BACHELOR OF FINE ARTSWilliam K. Alston Marie G. Blacknall Caroline E. BodellTaylor J. BoesTimothy F. BrandtCharles H. Brown, Jr.
Stephanie A. ChisnellChristina L. CubaBryley M. DeFriezSteven DjurovskiKristen N. EynonDolan E. Frick
Nikki R. HartChristian B. HowardConnor D. KleeJason M. McCormickJanice E. McCoy*Nicole M. Norman
April R. NunleyMichael J. PajtasFarrell S. TatumAJ J. WeltyKimberly L. Weymers
BACHELOR OF MUSICMaranda M. Dahl
BACHELOR OF INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDYJeanette L. Routhier Jasmine N. Scott
BACHELOR OF MUSIC EDUCATIONMatthew S. July Kristopher K. Kress
She became a peer facilitator for the class, and presented on Islamophobia. “Because of this passion, I came back semester after semester to be a peer facilitator and help teach others what I had learned.”
Abdalla grew up in Flint, and spent six years in the United Arab Emirates before returning to Michigan and enrolling at UM-Flint. She was heavily involved in volunteer work during her college career, including as a camp counselor and at a Flint Township soup kitchen.
In the summer of 2016, she taught Syrian refugees in Lebanon while volunteering for a nongovernmental organization.
“It helped me to see just how lucky I truly am, and how I constantly take things for granted,” Abdalla said. “Because of this realization, I made a promise to myself to use my education to help those who are less fortunate. This experience prepared me for a future in the dental field, where I hope to work alongside vulnerable groups, assisting in dental-related service.”
During her UM-Flint career, Abdalla was heavily involved with research, both on campus and beyond. She conducted research at the University of Illinois in Chicago on the Zika virus as part of her Honors Program off-campus study. Abdalla conducted biology research at UM-Flint and explored a range of other topics, including child labor in India, the lead poisoning in Flint, and the evolution of modern day numerals.
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MARTHA S. JONES
Professor Martha S. Jones is a legal and cultural historian. Her research interests include race, law, slavery, citizenship, and the rights of women.
Jones is a Professor of History, and the Society of Black Alumni Presidential Professor at John Hopkins University. She was a faculty member at the University of Michigan, in Ann Arbor, from 2001 to 2017.
Professor Jones said being part of the University of Michigan-Flint April Commencement ceremonies holds special meaning for her.
“Once you are on board at the University of Michigan, whether you are faculty, staff, or a student, you become part of this huge family across the globe,” Jones said. “Coming to Flint is a reminder for me that I am still part of the family, a part of the network, across the country and globe. It’s meaningful.”
Jones was a Presidential Bicentennial Professor, and a Professor of History and Afroamerican and African Studies at the University of Michigan. She was also a founding director of the Michigan Law School Program in Race, Law, & History.
Jones earned a PhD from Columbia University and a Juris Doctor degree from the CUNY School of Law. She spent nearly a decade as a public interest lawyer, representing homeless people, women with HIV and AIDS, and people with mental illness.
Professor Jones is author of All Bound Up Together: The Woman Question in African American Public Culture 1830-1900; and Birthright Citizens: A History of Race and Rights in Antebellum America. She co-edited Toward an Intellectual History of Black Women.
“As a legal historian, I am still asking questions about the way in which, as a culture and society, we have and have not responded to human needs,” Jones said.
COMMENCEMENT SPEAKER-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
“I was someone trained from the outset to think about my education as an instrument of social justice.”- Professor Martha S. Jones
COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - CONTINUED
Tina M. SanchezBenjamin J. SavoieDarcie M. SchultzYazeed I. Shamieh Dylan R. ShepardTaylor L. ShephardMatthew E. SmithAlexiss W. StandokesWendy C. StormAmanda L. Stubbert
Stephanie SustaitaAllison G. SwitalskiMichael A. Szczepanski Joshua D. ThompsonJulia M. ThompsonAdam N. TokarLondon C. TownsendKimberlee A. TrainorTylyr N. TurkovicsWilliam S. Turner
Taylor A. TwohigJordan N. Van Dusen Chloe A. VanTolWilliam D. VandercookTaylor A. VenskoBrent A. WatsonCydnee J. Weirauch Jamie J. WestrickClarence M. WheelerDonald W. Wilcox III
Catherine A. WilhelmDavidson E. WilliamsTeria S. WoodsJustin A. WrubelCarlena A. WygantAshlie R. YoungJoseph L. Zilinski III
* multiple degrees
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ENGINEERINGHussam R. Al-Khouri Jessie B. Cloman IIWesley J. Goodwin
Dennis E. Hadden Mathew L. HallockQi Jia
Runlai LiuEli W. MillerDavid A. Odom
Tamim RezaTara R. SchubringJeremy P. Zuehlke
SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT
BACHELOR BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Kyle D. AikenAhmed A. AlhisanFahad N. AlkhaloufTalal A. AlotaibiMohammed H. AlqahtaniMortda A. AlubidanBrandon A. AulphStacey BabutHenry Beard IV Erin E. BellTyler BorkowskiAmanda G. BronsonJacob R. BrownfieldKevin A. BrunnerKeith S. Burton Anna L. CampanellaMark C. CarterChristopher W. CarvounisCourtney J. ChambersHane ChoSamantha M. CourneyaMariah L. DominguezRyan J. DuCharmeCody D. Duvernois Stephanie Eagle
Michael A. EngleEmily M. FrancisAngela L. GuerreroKyle T. GuerreroHeidi H. Gulla Kimberly M. GyomoryAdham V. HabbasSenna R. HarmonKyle A. HedgesSteven H. HemricJacob C. HewittKyle N. HughesGoni A. IshakCory A. KlineMatt J. KorpiAmy L. LazarJennifer Le BronAlicia S. Leggett Xin LinBrandon R. LoveTravis A. ManierDominic N. MarciszewskiNicholas J. MatthiesAlex H. McClimentMadison E. McCrum
Cameron A. McIntoshJoshua D. McIntoshJaylen A. McKinneyKenneth A. McKinnon Andrew D. Michaud Jason M. MitchellHanna M. Moncrieff Maxwell D. MontneyPromice R. Mosley Olivia J. NagelDominik C. Neal Katie E. NewtonOlivia NorfolkJustin R. Noye Jalen L. NunnBradley S. O’BrienYuchen OuyangTony R. PalaciosAustin P. PattonJacob S. PelchTravis L. PembertonMatt B. RichardsMeagan A. RinckAnn M. RodaSelena R. Rodriguez
Katlyn D. Roe Lauren J. RowleyHannah R. SchultWyatt D. ShortMataya B. SimmonsNicholas M. SkaleckiGarrett S. SmithMarLou L. SmithJacob A. SotoAdam R. StitesAmy J. SullivanKyle J. SusallaGabrielle T. SuttonJoshua D. TattersonSusan V. ThorpLindsay B. Townsel Julie VihonskyCharles R. Wetherford Celeste D. White Charles H. Wilhelm IIIKarlee A. WilliamsAmanda M. WilsonJavonte J. Wyatt Cody C. YearnJustin T. Young
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SCHOOL OF EDUCATION & HUMAN SERVICES
BACHELOR OF SCIENCENichelle C. BerryEmily M. BubnarKaitlin E. CarterAndrew J. Chambers
Marrissa L. FlanaginFallyn M. FosterTekeia L. FranklinKelsey A. Gamble
Sarah C. MarkeeDiane C. McKenzieBrittany A. NaumiecCelia R. Norkus
Mariam M. RabahVictoria S. SeitzBriana M. ShanafeltMelinda R. Solis
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN SOCIAL WORKAhlam M. AlwageehJessica D. BonardelliCourtney A. ClymerToni A. CobbinTracy M. DavisQuinn J. DeislerJackie A. DeneauAmy M. Doyle
Carietta K. DurhamErica A. EverettRachel M. FlemingMezon GreenHannah R. HamblinChrista L. HarjuKirsten A. HetzerAshley L. Hill
Lori R. JohnsonKatherine D. JonesStephanie L. LaddPatricia A. Love Brittni K. Lynd Victoria M. MatthewsAlicia N. MattiuzzoKarli M. Maurer
Kelvin J. McDonaldBeverly J. McGalisterCharles A. McGeeJessica R. McLoneChad W. MontagueFaDrika A. Nash Dominique C. NunnAmanda L. Richard
* multiple degrees
SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS & STUDIES
BACHELOR OF SCIENCENoor I. Abdulhay Abdulaziz M. AlahmariRegina L. Allen Omotolani F. AlliNour A. Alnasser Zainab H. AlradhiReem A. AlshebibAleigha H. AnthonyRochelle D. BaasShelby L. BabcockSamaher A. BarasheedHannah M. BawardiDana E. BentleyRaye A. BloomfieldKyle N. BrandCiara N. BrankAlly L. BrewerDarius M. BuckleySol Camacho MunozBonnie N. CandeaDeidra CarterMalaka U. CegersBecky L. ChamberlainMadisen K. CousinsAnthony D. CzarniakKatharine S. DeFrainElizabeth M. DeJongh
Michaela K. DinelloKatie T. DixonTabitha S. Dluge Martina M. EdwardsMary E. EverettSarah D. FarrarTaylor R. GilbertElizabeth N. GlascoShonteara S. GreeneTyler M. GregorickaEbony J. HardenAllison J. HawChelsea J. HebertCorey C. HornTonja L. HortonMarisa M. HoweRana A. IrsheidSean C. JusticeMorgan A. KellyLindsey L. KennedyTaleah C. KestelootJulie A. KluytmanGarrett M. KnickerbockerKyle D. KowalczykShanon M. Kozak-YarbroughPellumb KurtagaAmanda F. Labo-Walters
Shane M. LeitnerMadison D. LileyAlyssa N. LogieGermarius M. MajorAlissia D. MartinezJonathon Mateen II Kristin R. MazzolaMargaret E. McCannJobi N. McCarthyKathryn M. McGuireBrianna J. McKennaCarol M. McRaeMegan MeyerTaTyana S. MillerTaylor T. MillerDanielle N. MooreAustin T. Murphy Samantha L. Nemer Brittany N. NeuvilleHannah NewmanKristen M. NortonMeagan E. ParkerAlexandria L. PerrieJamie E. PieknikSamantha L. QuinlanNicholas P. RanvilleRaina K. Richardson
Hannah H. RickertTiffany M. RicksgersSarah E. RossJordan N. RoushEvan J. SatterleeHannah M. SchubringMelisa A. Shafer Christopher M. Shea Kelsey E. SluderOlivia K. SmithJenna C. SpohnRebecca L. StewartStef M. StoneErick O. SustaitaSteve H. TranMegan M. VanSickleEljesa Vitija*Valencia D. WalkerAngela S. WangMacy R. WieberDiamond L. WilderJanelle R. WilliamsMarzella Williams Kyle P. YankeeKellie L. Ybarra
MEDAL OF EXCELLENCE FOR LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------candidates wearing gold honor cords over their graduation robes are students who havSCHOOL OF EDUCATION & HUMAN SERVICESWithin the School of Education & Human Services, “With Honors” indicates a 3.5 grade point average but less than 3.75 overall. Students listed “With High Honors” must earn a 3.75 or better overall grade point average. In computing averages, only courses taken at UM-Flint are included, and only complete terms or semesters are counted.
SCHOOL OF NURSINGWithin the School of Nursing, “With Honors” indicates a 3.5 grade point average or better overall with a minimum of 45 hours of study completed at UM-Flint. Students listed “With High Honors” must earn a 3.75 or better grade point average overall with a minimum 45 hours of study completed at UM-Flint. Students with a 3.5 grade point average or better with fewer than 45 hours of study at UM-Flint will earn “With Academic Distinction.”
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PHILIP R. HAGERMAN
In 1950, a group of leaders set forth a vision of establishing a first-class college to serve the rising city of Flint, the region, and the people of Michigan.
Since then, the university has educated more than 45,000 students who have succeeded in business and health professions, who went on to become nurses and elected officials, teachers, scientists, writers, nonprofit leaders, and more. The university has been an anchor for our students and for the region, giving support and solving problems, in good times and in tough ones.
In honor of the tradition of service and leadership exemplified by these early leaders, the University of Michigan-Flint established the University of Michigan-Flint Medal of Excellence for Leadership and Service in 2016. Now one of the university’s highest honors, the medal is awarded to a visionary who powerfully represents excellence, bold leadership, and unyielding service on behalf of the people of Flint.
The 2018 University of Michigan-Flint Medal of Excellence for Leadership and Service is awarded to Mr. Philip R. Hagerman.
Phil Hagerman co-founded Diplomat Pharmacy, Inc. with his father in 1975, a company which grew to be the nation’s largest independent specialty pharmacy and, in 2014, a publicly traded company on the NYSE. Hagerman was Diplomat’s Chief Executive Office and Chairman of the Board from 1991 to January 2018, and now serves as Chairman Emeritus on Diplomat’s Board of Directors.
For decades, Phil and the Hagerman family have made a difference in the lives of those residing in Genesee County, demonstrating day in and day out the purpose for which the Medal of Excellence for Leadership and Service was created.
Mr. Hagerman founded SkyPoint Ventures in 2013 and remains its CEO. SkyPoint Ventures is a real estate and venture investment firm, headquartered in Flint, focusing on early stage companies in multiple disciplines and engaging the entrepreneurial spirit while developing industry leading processes and technology.
His commitment to entrepreneurism in Flint and the surrounding region extends to the University of Michigan-Flint. Initiatives such as the Hagerman Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Hagerman Student Scholars, and numerous other initiatives in the area are enabling the change and opportunities that will allow Flint and its citizens to thrive.
It is with great pride and gratitude that Mr. Philip R. Hagerman is awarded the University of Michigan-Flint Medal of Excellence for Leadership and Service.
RECIPIENTS: • 2018 Mr. Philip R. Hagerman • 2016 Ms. Maryanne Mott
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On behalf of the University of Michigan-Flint faculty and the staff of the division of Academic Affairs, I offer my warmest congratulations on this important accomplishment.
Education is a lifelong journey and commencement is a significant milestone, but the most exciting part is yet to come. Your UM-Flint education will take you wherever you want to go, and we are confident that you will embrace the opportunities and surmount the challenges that lie ahead.
Your UM-Flint family is proud of you and will be here to support you always.
Congratulations and Go Blue!
Douglas G. Knerr, Ph.D.Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
Congratulations on your achievement! Today, you join extraordinary alumni who have entered the world with a sense of purpose in pursuit of careers, professions, and education. I am sure your time at UM-Flint has presented you with both challenges and opportunities. Throughout it all, you have remained steadfast to your goal. Now, and in the years to come, you will be rewarded for your effort and achievement. I share with you your sense of accomplishment and excitement as you leave UM-Flint and prepare to face a future full of possibility and promise. You are prepared to lead with excellence and make an impact on the world around us. My hope for all of you today is that you will be successful, and that you will remain true to yourself, your values, and your community. Congratulations and Go Blue!
Susan E. Borrego, Ph.D.Chancellor
MESSAGE FROM THE CHANCELLOR-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
MESSAGE FROM THE PROVOST-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN-FLINT COMMENCEMENT APRIL 20188
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION & HUMAN SERVICES
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN SOCIAL WORK - CONTINUED
Kathrin A. SchusterStephanie N. ShawAngelia F. SmithBrittney M. SpenceAkeia L. Stevenson
Tara M. StimsonBrya D. StinsonCadaccee SullivanShannon M. TedhamsChristen L. Thomas
Michelle L. TurnerTina VangCarl J. VelliquetteClarissa M. WellmanDeborah D. Williams
Noah J. WilliamsKatherine A. Zacheranik
* multiple degrees
SCHOOL OF NURSING
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING
Megan M. BallardFatmeh BaradaNissrin BaradeWilliam J. BeheLaura A. BellingerThomas A. BellmanJagger A. BennettKywona D. BernardBaylie D. BettingerMelissa M. BlackGwenda M. BlackledgeSteven A. BlissAshley J. BoikTiffany L. BurnhamKatrina Mae M. Cabreros-AbuelSuzanna CalandrinoJennifer S. CanfieldCarrie E. CarlsonJenna M. CarmodyKathleen M. CeliceDevon M. ChalutSasha A. ChavezNatasha R. ChristianCassie A. ColemanChristine A. CooperAndrea M. CorrieVlatka CovicAndrea J. CovreaMelissa M. CummerAshley N. CurrieAshley A. DavisAlisha M. Demo
Heather S. Denski Heather R. DrostLisa G. EdmondsAmy B. EdwardsJennifer B. EffrickAnthony D. EllisShaneca D. EmbryDanielle B. Emersonbianuju O. EnwereHozefa M. EzziEmily L. FairbanksLeslie E. GallimoreAlecia A. GreenDarica D. Hardy Steffanie J. HenigePaige B. HopeAshley N. HouchinDavid B. HughesRonald D. Isaac, Jr.Grace M. JastrzembskiOana M. JecuFelicia M. JohnsonDeanna L. Kaczorowski Anne N. KatoulaCasey M. KeastAmanda M. KellerAmanda M. KennedyApril S. Kentish Lindsey K. KerrAmanda C. KirbyNicole KrugChristopher L. LaGraff
Kristine M. LawlerAndrea K. LewisBrooke E. LieblerKaitlyn M. LoweKelly S. Lucik StarrTheresa M. LuczakJerome A. MarchJeffery A. MaurusVanessa L. Maxfield Kristina M. McCahill Sara S. McCroskeyJanille MeyerDanielle J. MiddletonAshly N. MillerLibby MonzoSteven T. MoonBernice J. Morrisonrandy L. MyersAmelia M. NamouBrenda A. NeedhamAlicia M. NewmanMatthew J. Oloff Karissa L. PalmerLaura R. Patterson-HalaEmily E. PawlowskiTina M. PeplinskiLeeAnn R. Pinchock Lindsey M. PloofTheresa J. PorterCarla Portillo-MedranoJolanda M. Price-YancyCourtney S. Quick
Jessica R. ReganDeanna J. Reed Torey L. RenkiewiczDana L. RinardAlbert G. Rossner IVPatrick C. RowanSteven E. SadowskiCarol L. SassMary F. SchmidtBrenda S. SimmerJane M. SpeerSydney M. SpielmakerKelly R. StewartTrevor M. Storms Liz I. StoufferLaura M. StuartNicholas E. SweetAmy L. TessmerHolly L. TewsTyler J. TrappShardea N. TurneyMichelle M. UrbenPaige C. VallierStephen B. VenableSwati VenkatachalamJessica P. WalkerWendy S. WardKatheryn F. WestTawana WilliamsViolet M. WilsonTamaka D. WoodLauren E. Yaroch
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Michael J. Behm, Grand Blanc
Mark J. Bernstein, Ann Arbor
Shauna Ryder Diggs, Grosse Pointe
Denise Ilitch, Bingham Farms
Andrea Fischer Newman, Ann Arbor
Andrew C. Richner, Grosse Pointe Park
Ron Weiser, Ann Arbor
Katherine E. White, Ann Arbor
Mark S. Schlissel (ex officio)
REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Susan E. Borrego, Chancellor
Douglas G. Knerr, Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
Barbara J. Avery, Vice Chancellor for Campus Inclusion and Student Life
Michael J. Hague, Vice Chancellor for Business and Finance
Kristi Hottenstein, Vice Chancellor for Enrollment Management
Mary Jo Sekelsky, Interim Vice Chancellor for University Advancement
Tess Barker, Chief of Staff
Howard J. Hughey, Director of News and Media Relations
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN-FLINT CABINET-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
CANDIDATES GRADUATING WITH HONORS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Undergraduate candidates wearing gold honor cords over their graduation robes are students who have achieved, in the course of their studies at the university, an overall grade point average that qualifies them to be recognized by their school or college as candidates graduating with honors. These candidates are identified in the following lists by the phrase “With Honors,” “With High Honors,” “With Distinction,” “With High Distinction,” or “With Academic Distinction” depending on the particular degree program. These honor designations are subject to revision based on final semester grades. Graduating with honors recognizes a superior level of ability, a high distinction of scholarship, and an exemplary record of achievement.
COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCESWithin the College of Arts & Sciences, “With Honors” indicates a 3.5 grade point average but less than 3.75. Students listed “With High Honors” must earn a 3.75 or better overall grade point average. In computing averages, only courses taken at UM-Flint are included, and only completed terms or semesters are counted.
SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENTGraduating seniors with cumulative grade point averages of at least 3.5 but less than 3.75 are recommended for the degree “With Honors” and those with cumulative grade point averages of at least 3.75 are recommended for the degree “With High Honors.” In computing averages, only courses taken at UM-Flint are included, and only completed terms are counted.
SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS & STUDIESWithin the School of Health Professions & Studies, “With Honors” indicates a 3.5 grade point average or better overall with a minimum of 45 hours of study completed at UM-Flint. Students listed “With High Honors” must earn a 3.75 or better grade point average overall with a minimum 45 hours of study completed at UM-Flint.
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION & HUMAN SERVICESWithin the School of Education & Human Services, “With Honors” indicates a 3.5 grade point average but less than 3.75 overall. Students listed “With High Honors” must earn a 3.75 or better overall grade point average. In computing averages, only courses taken at UM-Flint are included, and only complete terms or semesters are counted.
SCHOOL OF NURSINGWithin the School of Nursing, “With Honors” indicates a 3.5 grade point average or better overall with a minimum of 45 hours of study completed at UM-Flint. Students listed “With High Honors” must earn a 3.75 or better grade point average overall with a minimum 45 hours of study completed at UM-Flint. Students with a 3.5 grade point average or better with fewer than 45 hours of study at UM-Flint will earn “With Academic Distinction.”
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UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN-FLINT COMMENCEMENTRegents of the University of Michigan ........................................................................... 7University of Michigan-Flint Cabinet ............................................................................... 7Message from the Chancellor ......................................................................................... 8Message from the Provost ............................................................................................... 8Medal of Excellence for Leadership and Service .......................................................... 9Commencement Speaker .............................................................................................. 10Commencement Student Speaker ............................................................................... 11Commencement Student Speaker ............................................................................... 12The Academic Mace and Medallion .............................................................................. 13The University Flag .......................................................................................................... 13The Academic Costume.................................................................................................. 14
AWARDSMaize and Blue Distinguished Scholarship .................................................................. 15Honors Program ............................................................................................................. 16College of Arts & Sciences .............................................................................................. 16School of Management .................................................................................................. 18School of Health Professions & Studies ....................................................................... 20School of Nursing ............................................................................................................ 21
GRADUATEHorace H. Rackham School of Graduate Studies ........................................................ 24College of Arts & Sciences .............................................................................................. 24School of Management .................................................................................................. 25School of Health Professions & Studies ....................................................................... 25School of Education & Human Services ....................................................................... 26School of Nursing ............................................................................................................ 27
UNDERGRADUATECollege of Arts & Sciences .............................................................................................. 29School of Management .................................................................................................. 31School of Health Professions & Studies ....................................................................... 32School of Education & Human Services ....................................................................... 32School of Nursing ............................................................................................................ 33
HONORSCandidates Graduating with Honors ............................................................................ 34High Honors..................................................................................................................... 35Honors .............................................................................................................................. 36
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTSAlumni Association ......................................................................................................... 37Commencement Participants ........................................................................................ 38
This program contains an unofficial list of candidates for degrees and honors for 2018. The lists are as accurate as possible; however, because of printing deadlines, names of some degree recipients may not appear, while names of degree candidates may appear even though they have not completed their degree requirements.
TABLE OF CONTENTS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Noor R. Abdalla Deema Almansour Abdul M. Almounajed Mohammed K. Alsarraj Jacob Z. Babb Kristin A. BallFatmeh BaradaNissrin BaradeAudrey E. BeauchesneLaura A. BellingerThomas A. BellmanDana E. BentleyKywona D. BernardCaroline E. BodellAshley J. BoikJessica D. BonardelliTyler BorkowskiSarah M. BriggsEmily M. BubnarAnna L. CampanellaJenna M. CarmodyKaitlin E. CarterDevon M. ChalutToni A. CobbinStuart J. CoffeyCassie A. ColemanMadisen K. CousinsAnthony D. CzarniakBryley M. DeFriez Elizabeth M. DeJonghQuinn J. DeislerSierra Q. DennisMichaela K. DinelloHeather R. DrostRyan J. DuCharmeLisa G. EdmondsAmy B. Edwards
Danielle B. EmersonKristen N. EynonKathryn A. FishwickMarrissa L. FlanaginRachel M. FlemingAlicia D. FranzKelsey A. GambleElizabeth N. GlascoTrudy A. Grogan Hannah R. HamblinCody K. Hatfield-MyersSteven H. HemricPaige B. HopeCorey C. HornAshley N. Houchin Nathaniel L. HudsonDavid B. HughesEmyin A. Isa Grace M. Jastrzembski Katherine D. JonesAnne N. KatoulaJeanette L. KearnsAmanda M. KennedyLindsey L. KennedyLindsey K. KerrJulie A. KluytmanNoah T. KnutsonPellumb KurtagaBrooke E. LieblerXin LinAlyssa N. LogieKelly S. Lucik Starr Caitlyn G. MansourJerome A. MarchSarah C. MarkeeAlicia N. MattiuzzoJeffery A. Maurus
Janice E. McCoy Kyle T. McElhineyDiane C. McKenzieApril E. McNeill Danielle J. MiddletonJared E. MillerChad W. MontagueMaxwell D. MontneyMadalyn K. MoonSteven T. MoonAli O. MukhtarBrandy L. MyersOlivia J. NagelAmelia M. NamouBrittany A. Naumiec Samantha L. NemerAlicia M. Newman Olivia NorfolkJalen L. NunnMichael J. PajtasKarissa L. PalmerLaura R. Patterson-HalaTina M. PeplinskiAmanda M. PerkinsJolanda M. Price-YancyMariam M. RabahTorey L. RenkiewiczAmanda L. Richard Dana L. Rinard Amanda L. Rocheleau Megan J. RyeErin A. SackMary F. SchmidtBrittany L. Severn Briana M. ShanafeltChristopher M. SheaKelsey E. Sluder
Garrett S. Smith Olivia K. SmithSammie L. SmithRenona M. SmutnyJane M. SpeerSydney M. SpielmakerLiz I. Stouffer Shannon M. TedhamsAmy L. TessmerChristen L. ThomasKimberlee A. Trainor Tyler J. Trapp Morgan A. TroxellMichelle L. TurnerShardea N. Turney Michelle M. UrbenMegan M. VanSickleChloe A. VanTolTina VangStephen B. VenableSwati VenkatachalamJessica P. Walker Annabelle R. WardKatheryn F. WestKimberly L. Weymers Catherine A. WilhelmKate E. WilliamsTawana WilliamsAmanda M. WilsonViolet M. WilsonTamaka D. WoodTeria S. WoodsMary E. WooleyKatherine A. Zacheranik
HONORS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------HIGH HONORS
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PRELUDE CONCERT ............................................................................................ University of Michigan-Flint Wind SymphonyChristopher P. Heidenreich, D.M., Conductor
PROCESSIONAL ....................................................................................Keith Moreland, Ph.D., C.P.A., C.M.A., Faculty Marshal“Pomp and Circumstance, March #1” by Sir Edward Elgar
“Procession of the Nobles”, by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov/arr. Jay Bocook“The Star Spangled Banner” by Francis Scott Key
ACADEMIC BANNER BEARERS .........................................................................................................................Brian Blume, Ph.D.School of Management
Rie Suzuki, Ph.D.School of Health Professions & Studies
Constance Creech, R.N., Ed.D., A.N.P.-B.C.School of Nursing
Allon Goldberg, P.T., Ph.D.Graduate Programs
WELCOMING REMARKS ........................................................................................................................... Douglas G. Knerr, Ph.D.Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
CHANCELLOR’S ADDRESS .................................................................................................... Chancellor Susan E. Borrego, Ph.D.
MEDAL OF EXCELLENCE FOR LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE .................................................................. Douglas G. Knerr, Ph.D.Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
ACCEPTANCE REMARKS ....................................................................................................................................Philip R. HagermanFounder and Chairman Emeritus, Diplomat Pharmacy
KEYNOTE SPEECH .................................................................................................................................Martha S. Jones, Ph.D., J.D.
RECOGNITION OF AWARDS AND HONORS ......................................................................................... Douglas G. Knerr, Ph.D.Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
STUDENT ADDRESS ........................................................................................................................................ Danielle B. Emerson
PRESENTATION OF DEGREES .............................. Marilyn McFarland, Ph.D.,R.N., F.N.P.-B.C., C.T.N.-A., Associate MarshalYener Kandogan, Ph.D., Associate Marshal
CONFERRING OF GRADUATE DEGREES ...................................................................................................Stephen Turner, Ph.D.Interim Associate Provost and Dean of Graduate Programs
CONFERRING OF UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES ......................................................................................... Scott Johnson, Ph.D.Dean, School of Management
Donna Fry, Ph.D.Dean, School of Health Professions & Studies
Margaret Andrews, Ph.D.Interim Dean, School of Nursing
TURNING OF THE TASSEL .................................................................................................... Chancellor Susan E. Borrego, Ph.D.
FIGHT SONG ........................................................................................................................................... “The Victors” by Louis Elbel
CLOSING REMARKS .................................................................................................................................. Douglas G. Knerr, Ph.D.Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
RECESSIONAL ...................................................................................................... University of Michigan-Flint Wind Symphony“Pride of the Wolverines” by John Philip Sousa
“The Victors March” by Louis Elbel
Einas S. AbutalibAbdulaziz M. Alahmari Noor D. AlawwaReem A. AlshebibAhlam M. AlwageehCallie A. AncicMarissa L. Anderson Kyle P. ArthurTimera P. BatesJagger A. BennettJared M. BennettShelby J. BlairTaylor J. BoesTimothy F. BrandtBonnie N. CandeaBrittnie K. Cannon Christopher W. CarvounisBecky L. Chamberlain Natasha R. Christian Zackary J. Clor Savannah R. CoomerDaniel J. CoreyMaranda M. Dahl Ashley A. DavisKatharine S. DeFrain Alisha M. DemoJackie A. DeneauKatie T. DixonAmy M. DoyleMartina M. EdwardsMoussa I. ElstonLina A. EltahirMichael A. Engle
Emily L. Fairbanks Fallyn M. FosterDolan E. FrickGabrielle K. GantosNicholas J. GauthierAlecia A. GreenMezon GreenMegan E. GroeneveldRachel J. GuntherAdham V. HabbasAnthony M. HansenEbony J. HardenChrista L. HarjuSenna R. HarmonSamantha D. HortopMaryam K. JamesCassie K. Kamradt Amanda M. KellerPhillip J. KennedyGarrett M. KnickerbockerLana M. KowalskiLarry A. Kuipers, Jr.Richelle M. LaBargeChristopher L. LaGraff Stephanie L. Ladd Gary D. Landrum Azaria R. Lively-Doll Charity F. LloydKaitlyn M. LoweLeeAnn J. LumDominic N. MarciszewskiAlyssa N. MargetsonAlissia D. Martinez
Nicholas J. Matthies Karli M. MaurerKristin R. Mazzola Jobi N. McCarthyCynthia R. McClaneDaphne M. McClellandKelvin J. McDonaldBeverly J. McGalisterCameron A. McIntosh Emily L. MeixsellSergio A. MendozaMegan MeyerTiffany E. MumaAustin T. MurphyFaDrika A. NashBrittany N. NeuvilleQuill M. NeuvilleKatie E. NewtonSamuel D. NoblesCelia R. NorkusMiah J. Norris Kristen M. NortonBradley S. O’BrienYuchen OuyangAshley M. PayneJamie E. PieknikLindsey M. PloofCarla Portillo-MedranoYashica P. PuchimadaTamim RezaJessica C. RobinsonMiles M. RoblyerSteven D. Roland II
Albert G. Rossner IVJeanette L. RouthierRima N. SabbaghEvan J. SatterleeHannah M. Schubring Kathrin A. SchusterJasmine N. ScottVictoria S. Seitz Yazeed I. ShamiehStephanie N. ShawTaylor L. ShephardAngelia F. SmithAmber L. StabenauBrya D. Stinson Stef M. StoneAmy J. SullivanGabrielle T. SuttonFarrell S. TatumJulia M. ThompsonSusan V. ThorpAshley N. Toton-TrombleyTylyr N. TurkovicsJames W. VasseurAngela S. WangBrent A. WatsonClarissa M. WellmanJamie J. Westrick Ian K. WhiteMacy R. WieberDavidson E. WilliamsLauren E. Yaroch Justin T. Young
HONORS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------HONORS
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SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT
SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS & STUDIES
SCHOOL OF NURSING
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ALUMNI ASSOCIATION-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Dear Graduates,
On behalf of the Alumni Association of the University of Michigan and the University of Michigan Club of Greater Flint, it is my pleasure to congratulate you on your graduation and welcome you to membership in the Alumni Association. While you have spent the past several years closely linked to the University of Michigan-Flint campus, your Michigan community just got a lot bigger as you are joining one of the largest alumni bodies in the world!
During your time on campus, UM-Flint has enjoyed remarkable expansion. From growth in the student body to the acquisition of adjacent properties, UM-Flint has continued to enlarge its footprint in the city and beyond. I encourage you to stay in touch and remain connected to campus through the Alumni Association.
Our programs provide a great opportunity to maintain friendships with classmates and faculty, share memories, and engage with fellow UM-Flint alums. Together, alumni make a difference by advocating for UM-Flint, mentoring students, volunteering at events such as Go Blue on the Bricks, and sharing our Michigan pride!
As a graduate of UM-Flint, you will automatically receive a free one-year membership to the University of Michigan Alumni Association. We encourage you to take advantage of the benefits associated with this membership.
On behalf of the U of M Club of Greater Flint, I wish you all the best on your post-graduation endeavors, and hope to meet you at future alumni events.
Sincerely,
Clarence Jennings Jr.Dean of Student Access, Success, Equity and InclusionWashtenaw Community College
P.S. Be sure to keep UM-Flint updated on your whereabouts so we can keep you informed of the many exciting events and programs organized for you. Information can be updated at umflint.edu/alumni.
Thousands of people are part of the University of Michigan-Flint campus community. If you are a graduate of UM-Flint, keep your connection to the school by becoming active with us. For more information, contact Alumni Relations at (810) 424-5450.
We also invite you to stay connected to this vibrant network of people through social media. Connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, Snapchat, and LinkedIn to find out what is happening on and around campus. Share your own story and pictures with our ever-growing community of students, alumni, faculty, staff, and community members with the #umflint hashtag.
STAYCONNECTED
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PRELUDE CONCERT ............................................................................................ University of Michigan-Flint Wind SymphonyChristopher P. Heidenreich, D.M., Conductor
PROCESSIONAL .......................................................................................................... Kenneth Schilling, Ph.D., Faculty Marshal“Pomp and Circumstance, March #1” by Sir Edward Elgar
“Procession of the Nobles”, by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov/arr. Jay Bocook“The Star Spangled Banner” by Francis Scott Key
ACADEMIC BANNER BEARERS .....................................................................................................................Jamile Lawand, Ph.D.College of Arts & Sciences
Sapna Thwaite, Ph.D.School of Education & Human Services
Jessica Tischler, Ph.D.Graduate Programs
WELCOMING REMARKS ........................................................................................................................... Douglas G. Knerr, Ph.D.Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
CHANCELLOR’S ADDRESS .................................................................................................... Chancellor Susan E. Borrego, Ph.D.
KEYNOTE SPEECH .................................................................................................................................Martha S. Jones, Ph.D., J.D.
MEDAL OF EXCELLENCE FOR LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE .................................................................. Douglas G. Knerr, Ph.D.Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
RECOGNITION OF AWARDS AND HONORS ......................................................................................... Douglas G. Knerr, Ph.D.Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
STUDENT ADDRESS ................................................................................................................................................ Noor R. Abdalla
PRESENTATION OF DEGREES .............................................................................................. D.J. Trela, Ph.D., Associate Marshal
Mehrdad Simkani, Ph.D., Associate Marshal
CONFERRING OF GRADUATE DEGREES ...................................................................................................Stephen Turner, Ph.D.Interim Associate Provost and Dean of Graduate Programs
CONFERRING OF UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES .............................................................................. Susan Gano-Phillips, Ph.D.Dean, College of Arts & Sciences
Robert Barnett, Ph.D.Dean, School of Education & Human Services
TURNING OF THE TASSEL .................................................................................................... Chancellor Susan E. Borrego, Ph.D.
FIGHT SONG ........................................................................................................................................... “The Victors” by Louis Elbel
CLOSING REMARKS .................................................................................................................................. Douglas G. Knerr, Ph.D.Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
RECESSIONAL ...................................................................................................... University of Michigan-Flint Wind Symphony“Pride of the Wolverines” by John Philip Sousa
“The Victors March” by Louis Elbel
FLUTEAlphonse BuclayAbigail DarnallLily FarrehiCourtney IsaacMorgan PageKimberly Stewart
OBOEKaylee BalashMatt OkenkaEmily Wagner
BASSOONTayler Stevens
FRENCH HORNMcKenna DutkiewiczTravis KertonDylan McIntireJerry Vargo
CLARINETPeter ConigliaroKaitlyn CookHawley DixonAlexandra HartwickJustin Powell
ALTO SAXOPHONEAustin Tripp
TENOR SAXOPHONELindsay Nofs
BARITONE SAXOPHONEBeth Heidenreich
TUBASantiago OchoaJacob Prim
TRUMPETAlexander AlarieHolly ArmstrongAntonio CaballeroAnna FlowersAndrew FlynnJocelyn HimesDean KingDylan PhelpsBrandon SextonJacob Smith
TROMBONEMatthew CocagneMichael NickelsJordan PavlicaCollin RadeckeAndrew Weidman
EUPHONIUMGiorgi DeanMonica HarperDavid McEachern
STRING BASSWarren Lissner
PERCUSSIONAlbert DeeringChadd KinseyThomas LoweXavier McCollumRuss SauterJermaine Thompson
VOCALISTMaranda Dahl
COMMENCEMENT COMMITTEE
Karen ArnouldJudy BirschbachDru DoranChristopher Heidenreich
Erik HoffmanJen HoganJill HubbardCherie Gray
Patricia KoenigBrad MakiMichelle RosynskyBrent Nickola
Philip SmithPam Zemore
COMMENCEMENT PARTICIPANTS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------UM-FLINT WIND SYMPHONY
Barnes & Noble University BookstoreDort Federal Credit Union Event CenterEvent and Building ServicesFandangle’sInformation Technology ServicesPrintComm
Roma’s PizzeriaRussell VideoSwartz Ambulance ServiceUniversity of Michigan-Flint Printing ServicesVogt’s Flowers
COMMENCEMENT ROBE RECYCLING PROGRAM
UM-Flint is proud to offer the Commencement Robe Recycling Program. If a graduate would like to turn in his or her Commencement robe for a future graduate to use, the robes can be turned into the Office of the Provost in the University Pavilion (suite 229) on campus at anytime.
CEREMONY ANNOUNCER
Beth Heidenreich
SERVICE PROVIDERS
COMMENCEMENTAPRIL 2018
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN-FLINT
THE VICTORSWritten and composed by Louis Elbel.
Hail! To the victors, valiant,
Hail! To the conqu’ring heroes
Hail! Hail! To Michigan the leaders and best
Hail! To the victors, valiant,
Hail! To the conqu’ring heroes
Hail! Hail! To Michigan the champions of the West!