December 10, 2011

Commencement

* From The Mankatonian, November 1892: “The Normal School has adopted school colors and a school call. The colors are gold and purple, and the call—well, here it is: ‘Mankato! For the Normal Ho! Raco, Maco, Raco, Maco, Ho, Hi, Ho!’” Additionally, from Otto Welton Snarr, Research Notes 1938-1939: “Whenever you hear the following call, ‘Mankato for the Normal, Ho, Racha-macha, Racha-Macha, Oh, Hi, Ho,’ you may judge that they are Normalites, for this has been accepted as the Normal yell.”

The Minnesota State University, Mankato HymnRichard Robbins and Roger Sheffer Gaudeamus igitur arr. David C. Dickau

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Big ideas. Real-world thinking.

Minnesota State University, Mankato: A place where big ideas meet real-world thinking.

Our tradition began in 1868, when we opened our doors

to 27 students with dreams of becoming teachers. Almost

150 years later, the tradition continues as we have become

a comprehensive doctoral university with more than 15,000

students, 1,800 faculty and staff, and 105,000 alumni

worldwide. Together, we are committed to breaking down

barriers, creating solutions and achieving a new level of

greatness that will inspire all of us to consider even bigger

ideas, apply real-world thinking even more broadly and

make life better for people throughout our state, our region

and our world.

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2011 FALL

COMMENCEMENT

Saturday, December Tenth

Two Thousand Eleven

Bresnan Arena, Taylor Center

Minnesota State University, Mankato

To Our GuestsToday we recognize our graduates’ accomplishments. This ceremony is an impor tant and meaningful occasion for students, their families and friends, and the faculty and staf f of Minnesota State University, Mankato. We of fer you the following guidelines to enhance the dignity and smooth flow of the ceremony:

Please withhold applause during the presentation of the degrees until all candidates for graduation have returned to their seats.

Please remain seated throughout the ceremony.

Please do not enter the aisles to take pictures or video of the graduates. Arrangements have been made to have three professional photos taken of each graduate. A professional DVD will be available for purchase as well.

When the ceremony has concluded, we ask that you immediately proceed out of the arena. Your cooperation ensures a pleasant, memorable experience for all audience members.

Thank you.

A member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System and an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity University.

This document is available in alternative format to individuals with disabilities by calling the Office of Alumni Relations 507-389-3235 (V), 800-627-3529 or 711 (MRS/TTY).

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Program 9:00 a.m.

Prelude Concert Minnesota Valley Brass Quintet Gerard Aloisio, Professor of Music – trombone Tom Giles, Emeritus Professor of Music – trumpet Stewart Ross, Professor of Music – trombone Dave Schultz ’70, ’73 – horn Doug Snapp, Professor of Music – trumpet Minnesota State University, Mankato

Processional March Edward Elgar/arrangement by Douglas R. Snapp

National Anthem Kimm Julian Associate Professor of Music Minnesota State University, Mankato Greetings Brett K. Anderson ‘11 Board of Trustees Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Address Erik A. Heller Bachelor of Science, Communication Studies College of Arts and Humanities

Sarah K. Mahn Bachelor of Science, Accounting College of Business

Babatunde Awoyinka Bachelor of Science, Biotechnology College of Science, Engineering and Technology Conferring of Degrees

Welcome to the Minnesota State University, Mankato Pamela Weller ‘92, PresidentMankato Alumni Association Minnesota State Mankato Alumni Association

Minnesota State University, Mankato Hymn Kimm Julian Associate Professor of Music

Recessional March *

*Audience to remain seated.

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Platform Guests ROBERT HOFFMAN Vice President for Strategic Business,

Education, and Regional Partnerships

DAVID P. JONES Associate Vice President for Student

Affairs and Enrollment Management

DOUGLAS P. MAYO Vice President for University Advancement

NANCY MACKENZIE Faculty Honor Marshal, College of Arts and Humanities

HENRY MORRIS Interim Dean for Institutional Diversity

and Chief Diversity Officer

SCOTT R. OLSON Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs and Student Affairs

BARRY J. RIES Interim Dean of the College of Graduate Studies and Research

JAMES RIFE Faculty Honor Marshal, College of

Science, Engineering and Technology

JOAN ROCA Dean of Library Services

RICHARD J. STRAKA Vice President for Finance and

Administration

PAMELA WELLER President of Minnesota State

University, Mankato Alumni Association

WALTER R. ZAKAHI Dean of the College of Arts and Humanities

Procession ParticipantsFACULTY HONORMARSHALSNancy MacKenzie, College of Arts and

HumanitiesAbo-El-Yazeed Habib,

College of BusinessJames Rife, College of Science,

Engineering and Technology

COLLEGE HONORMARSHALSEllen Mrja, College of Arts

and HumanitiesAnaam Hashmi, College of BusinessMary Wiest, College of

Science, Engineering and Technology

JUNIOR HONORMARSHALSMelissa Radmaker, College

of Arts and HumanitiesRianna Cropp, College of BusinessSamia Tariq, College of

Science, Engineering and Technology

COLLEGE OF ARTS &HUMANITIESMARCHING FACULTY

PROFESSORSJohn BanschbachKimberly ContagWilliam DyerPaul FinocchiaroJames GrabowskaRichard LiebendorferJohn LindbergDavid MoranoMarshel Rossow

ASSOCIATE PROFESSORSCandace BlackNancy DrescherDavid EngenNadja KrämerMika LaidlawKristen Treinen

ASSISTANT PROFESSORSJacqueline ArnoldAmy LautersSuzanne MartinJoshua Preiss

COLLEGE OF BUSINESSMARCHING FACULTY

PROFESSORSClaudia PragmanHarold Thiewes

ASSOCIATE PROFESSORSQueen BookerPaul BrennanJoseph Reising

ASSISTANT PROFESSORSEmil JirikKathleen DaleHyuna ParkKristin Scott

COLLEGE OF SCIENCE,ENGINEERING& TECHNOLOGYMARCHING FACULTY

PROFESSORSGale AllenPenny KnoblichJulio MandojanaSteven MercurioCharles WatersYouwen Xu

ASSOCIATE PROFESSORSRebecca BatesAaron BudgeChristoper ConlinScott FeeDean KelleyBethann LavoieAndy MinerJin Y. ParkDanae Quirk DorrJames Slack

ASSISTANT PROFESSORSCraig EversVictor EsenabhaluBrian WassermanChad WittkopHan WuMark Zuicker

INSTRUCTORSSteven Reller

LIBRARY FACULTYJoe HoltermannLynne Weber

ADMINISTRATIVE and SUPPORT FACULTYMaria Baxter-NuamahDiane Berge

RICHARD DAVENPORT President Minnesota State University, Mankato

BRETT K. ANDERSON Board of Trustees Minnesota State Colleges and

Universities

VIJENDRA AGARWAL Dean of the College of Science,

Engineering and Technology

ED CLARK Vice President for Technology and

Chief Information Officer

BRENDA FLANNERY Dean of the College of Business

ABO-EL-YAZEED HABIB Faculty Honor Marshal, College of Business

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College of Graduate StudiesThe candidates will be presented by Barry J. Ries, Interim Dean.

MASTER OF FINE ARTSDavid J. Brennan, MankatoForensicsAdvisor: James DimockThesis: Defining Success: Examining

What it Means to be Good in Forensics

Tiffany L. Brenneman, Naperville, Illinois

Creative WritingAdvisor: Richard Robbins

Seth D. Calvert, MankatoCreative WritingAdvisor: Richard Terrill

Samuel J. Kauer, Rib Lake, WisconsinCreative WritingAdvisor: Diana JosephThesis: Evolution Doesn’t Wait

Linton D. Lewis, North MankatoCreative WritingAdvisor: Dr. Roger Sheffer

John W. Olive, Brooklyn CenterTheatre ArtsAdvisor: John Paul

Nicole K. Pullaro, MankatoTheatre ArtsAdvisor: David McCarl

Amanda A. Schumacher, CloquetCreative WritingAdvisor: Dr. Roger Sheffer

Sarah E. Zenk Blossom, MankatoCreative WritingAdvisor: Richard Terrill

MASTER OF ARTSTimothy J. Akers, TrumanEnglishAdvisor: Dr. John Banschbach

Matthew J. Bright, MankatoArtAdvisor: Brian Frink

Michael L. Burgess, ShakopeeEnglish: TESL Advisor: Dr. Nancy Drescher

Debra J. Campbell, Helena, MontanaEnglishAdvisor: Dr. Nancy MacKenzie

Christine J. Christensen, Price, UtahEnglishAdvisor: Dr. Roland Nord

Joseph D. Doherty, ChamplinArtAdvisor: Brian Frink

Brett P. Frayseth, MinneapolisEnglish: TESL Advisor: Dr. Nancy DrescherThesis: An Evaluation of Writing

Samples by English Learners in Special Education

Nancy L. Goettl, MankatoEnglishAdvisor: Dr. Donna Casella Deqa M. Hassan, Columbia HeightsEnglishAdvisor: Dr. Karen Lybeck Erin E. Johnson, Westerville, OhioEnglish: TESL Advisor: Dr. Nancy Drescher

Tammy R. Jones, Carrington, North DakotaArtAdvisor: Todd ShanafeltThesis: Eneospiria - the art of breathing

anew

Janna M. Lundein, DuluthEnglish: Literature Advisor: Dr. Donna Casella Youssouf Magassouba, MaliEnglishAdvisor: Dr. Karen Lybeck Anna M. Matetic, RochesterEnglishAdvisor: Dr. Lee TesdellThesis: Social Media Communications

in Local Community Education Organizations: Researching and Implementing Social Media Communications for Rochester Community Education

Morgan J. Moody, OwatonnaEnglishAdvisor: Dr. Nancy Drescher

Fabiana D. Oliveira, BrazilEnglishAdvisor: Dr. Nancy Drescher

Stephanie N. Putt, Commodore, Pennsylvania

EnglishAdvisor: Dr. Nancy MacKenzie Lori L. Raborg, Stillwater, OklahomaEnglishAdvisor: Dr. Nancy MacKenzie Colin J. Ruff, WillmarArtAdvisor: Elizabeth Miller

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Jennifer L. Scarry-Garthwaite, Salem, Ohio

EnglishAdvisor: Dr. Nancy MacKenzie Ashley H. Smith, FairmontMathematicsAdvisor: Dr. Namyong Lee

Laura E. Stelter, FaribaultEnglish: TESL Advisor: Dr. Nancy Drescher

Xu Tang, ChinaEnglishAdvisor: Dr. Nancy Drescher

Gary L. Teagarden, BurnsvilleEnglishAdvisor: Dr. Roland NordThesis: Effective Content Strategy

for Campus Websites at Career Colleges: Meeting the Information Needs of Current Students

Amara C. Thomas, South Holland, Illinois

Communication StudiesAdvisor: Dr. Daniel Cronn-Mills

Kathy A. Valenti, Warsaw, New YorkEnglishAdvisor: Dr. Roland Nord

MASTER OF BUSINESSADMINISTRATIONNicole R. Blanchard, BloomingtonBusiness AdministrationAdvisor: Dr. Marilyn Fox

Nickolas J. Christiansen, SavageBusiness AdministrationAdvisor: Dr. Marilyn Fox

Jason D. Fisher, OwatonnaBusiness AdministrationAdvisor: Dr. Marilyn Fox

Matthew F. Hall, North MankatoBusiness AdministrationAdvisor: Dr. Marilyn Fox

Quresh Kapadia, IndiaBusiness AdministrationAdvisor: Dr. Kevin Elliott

Megan E. Kelley, BloomingtonBusiness AdministrationAdvisor: Dr. Marilyn Fox

Carolyn Kohrs, EdinaBusiness AdministrationAdvisor: Dr. Marilyn Fox

Scott M. Loscheider, WaconiaBusiness AdministrationAdvisor: Dr. Marilyn Fox

Nicholas R. Luger, Saint BonifaciusBusiness AdministrationAdvisor: Dr. Kevin Elliott

Joshua L. Madson, Maple GroveBusiness AdministrationAdvisor: Dr. Marilyn Fox

Brody M. Nordland, MankatoBusiness AdministrationAdvisor: Dr. Marilyn Fox

Nicholas R. Paolo, HibbingBusiness AdministrationAdvisor: Dr. Marilyn Fox

Charles G. Pearson, WasecaBusiness AdministrationAdvisor: Dr. Marilyn Fox

Alecia J. Prins, Redwood FallsBusiness AdministrationAdvisor: Dr. Kevin Elliott

Thomas R. Schewe, EaganBusiness AdministrationAdvisor: Dr. Marilyn Fox

Rebecca R. Siegling, Lake CrystalBusiness AdministrationAdvisor: Dr. Marilyn Fox

Michael J. Thomas, RochesterBusiness AdministrationAdvisor: Dr. Marilyn Fox

MASTER OF SCIENCENicole H. Alfafara, MankatoEnvironmental SciencesAdvisor: Dr. Steven Mercurio

Suresh Batchu, IndiaEngineeringAdvisor: Dr. Gale Allen

Brady C. Brau, MankatoComputer ScienceAdvisor: Dr. Dean Kelley

Swathi Chungath, IndiaComputer ScienceAdvisor: Dr. Dean Kelley

Kevin D. Clement, ShakopeeBiologyAdvisor: Dr. Bradley Cook

Lance R. Frederick, MankatoEnvironmental SciencesAdvisor: Dr. Bertha Proctor

Sergio A. Gamarra, MankatoManufacturing Engineering TechAdvisor: Dr. William Peterson

Ross H. Haliburton, Harrisburg, South DakotaManufacturing Engineering TechAdvisor: Dr. Bruce Jones

Mohsin Kamal, BangladeshEngineeringAdvisor: Dr. Patrick Tebbe Prathyusha Kolanu, IndiaComputer ScienceAdvisor: Dr. Dean Kelley

Srikar Kuppili, IndiaEngineeringAdvisor: Dr. Gale Allen Jonathan G. Lore, Nashua, IowaEnvironmental SciencesAdvisor: Dr. Shannon Fisher

Keng-Yang Lin, TaiwanPhysicsAdvisor: Dr. Hai-Sheng Wu

Omary M. Lyimo, United Republic of Tanzania

BiologyAdvisor: Dr. Gregg Marg

Dinesh K. Manandhar, NepalEngineeringAdvisor: Dr. Qun Zhang

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Jacqueline K. Mann, KasotaCommunication StudiesAdvisor: Dr. Daniel Cronn-Mills Christopher J. Medina, Leander,

TexasCommunication StudiesAdvisor: Dr. Daniel Cronn-Mills Maria L. Middleton, NorthfieldSpanishAdvisor: Dr. Kimberly ContagThesis: The Life of Spanish

Noblewomen in the Secular World and Their One Alternative: The Role of the Convent in Maria de Zayas’ Desenganos amorosos

Shayne M. Narjes, Saint PeterCommunication StudiesAdvisor: Dr. Kristen Treinen

Mamfe Osafo, MankatoMathematics and StatisticsAdvisor: Dr. Deepak Sanjel

Julie M. Petersen, NorthfieldSpanishAdvisor: Dr. Kimberly ContagThesis: Esther Tusquets’ El mismo

mar de todos los veranos and “Carta a la madre”: The healing transformation of the mother-daughter relationship

Joice G. Pilli, IndiaInformation TechnologyAdvisor: Dr. Mahbubur Syed

David J. Rochelero, BloomingtonSpanishAdvisor: Dr. Enrique Torner Shajia A. Sharmin, BangladeshInformation TechnologyAdvisor: Dr. Cyrus AzarbodThesis: A Web Based Fuzzy Data

Mining Using Combs Inference Method and Decision Predictor

Sujit Shrestha, NepalEngineeringAdvisor: Dr. Qun Zhang

Matthew P. Simones, CarverEngineeringAdvisor: Dr. Patrick TebbeThesis: Application of the TDMA

Technique toward the Size and Charge Distribution Measurement of Graphite, Gold, Palladium, and Silver Aerosols

Amanda C. Swintek, Pine IslandMathematicsAdvisor: Dr. Jonathan Harper

Aycha Tammour, SyriaPhysicsAdvisor: Dr. Paul EskridgeThesis: Narrow-Line Seyfert 1

Galaxies from the Final Data Release of SDSS-II

Khai V. Tran, VietnamInformation TechnologyAdvisor: Dr. Mahbubur Syed

Craig F. Tschautscher, CarverBiologyAdvisor: Dr. Penny KnoblichThesis: Dorsal Column Electrical

Stimulation-Induced Sodium Excretion Is Not Due to Retrograde Sensory Signaling

Sarah J. Whalen, New UlmBiologyAdvisor: Dr. Robert SorensenThesis: Analysis of the Genetic

Structure of Bithynia tentaculata Snail Populations in Wisconsin and Minnesota

Mukund P. Wosti, NepalPhysicsAdvisor: Dr. Paul Eskridge William R. Wynn, Jr., MankatoComputer ScienceAdvisor: Dr. Dean Kelley Derek L. Yuill, Arcadia, CaliforniaCommunication StudiesAdvisor: Dr. Daniel Cronn-Mills

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College of Arts and HumanitiesThe candidates will be presented by Walter Zakahi, Dean.

SUMMA CUM LAUDEKarly J. Anderson, ArtLucas R. Bauer, Mass MediaClaire M. Bergman, SpanishAvery E. Cropp, Mass MediaAvery E. Cropp, SpanishCarissa A. Delestre, ArtAlicia M. Fasnacht, SpanishAllison M. Henline, ArtKristin Hueneburg, Open StudiesElizabeth A. Koonst, SpanishElise A. Resemius, Spanish Education K-12Jacy D. Sehm, Communications Arts

& Literature EducationKristina M. Smayling, SpanishMari M. Tacheny, Spanish Education K-12Jenna J. Tatro, GermanMelissa L. Thompson, Mass Media

MAGNA CUM LAUDEJoseph S. Aust, Open Studies Kayla K. Berg, SpanishSadie J. Bliss, EnglishDanielle F. Brown, Mass MediaCarrie M. Chum, SpanishAnthony J. Cola, Mass MediaMolly J. Coughlan, ArtStephen Crisp, Theatre ArtsJoseph B. Crook, Theatre ArtsStacy M. DeGolier, Theatre ArtsMegan R. DePree, Liberal Studies Brandyn M. Dietman, Scandinavian StudiesMicah R. Dorfner, Mass MediaJanel M. Duffy, English

Brett M. Equals, Communication StudiesWhitney R. Fabro, Mass MediaKirsten B. Grathwohl, Mass MediaLee M. Handel, Mass MediaVirginia R. Hanks, Mass MediaJoshua S. Harris, Communications

Arts & Literature EducationMandy J. Herman, SpanishJeanette M. Heth, Mass MediaKristin M. Kordovsky, SpanishMark T. Krediet, ArtTimothy E. Malz, Art EducationSamantha A. McCune, Music:

EducationJacob W. Nathan, Theatre ArtsMolly A. Nelson, Mass MediaNicole M. Olson, SpanishBriana M. Peterson, Communication StudiesSamantha E. Phillippi, DanceNicole M. Potts, Mass MediaAshley N. Puckett, Art EducationLiliana Quiroz Rios, Spanish

Education K-12Katherine M. Rapacz, Theatre ArtsIan J. Roberts, ArtMarysol Sanchez, FrenchKyle T. Schmit, Mass MediaElizabeth E. Standaert, SpanishMargaret L. Steck, Art HistoryMargaret L. Steck, Mass MediaAlesha M. Sullivan, EnglishErik P. Thibault, Mass MediaSamantha L. Wall, Mass MediaJenna C. Wendinger, Mass MediaJenna C. Wendinger, Communication Studies

CUM LAUDE Hyeokki Baek, EnglishDaniel J. Bardon, ArtDaniel R. Bonnell, SpanishPhoebe M. Boulester, DanceNicole A. Bugge, Communication StudiesShealah M. Cocherell, ArtDanica M. Das, EnglishMelissa-Sang K. Do, FrenchColleen E. Erickson, SpanishJennifer L. Filzen, ArtDanielle R. Jaeger, Mass MediaSara C. Johnson, Communications

Arts & Literature EducationKathryn C. Kemp, Mass MediaScott A. Lyden, Mass MediaKelsey R. Majkrzak, Communication StudiesShea M. McGill, EnglishRaul D. Mejiaborja, Mass MediaYulia R. Melian, Mass MediaLauren L. Mendez McConkey,

SpanishJennifer K. Pollock, Mass MediaNicole M. Roubik, Mass MediaBrooke K. Sanders, Mass MediaMeagan S. Schiebel, EnglishAmanda L. Schroeder, Mass MediaJenna M. Steen, Communication StudiesJesse J. Sternke, Music: EducationAmelia P. Swaggert, Mass MediaMahamadou Tahirou,

Communication StudiesKirsten J. Wulff, Art

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DEPARTMENT OF ARTProfessor James Johnson, Chairperson

Karly J. Anderson, BFA, ByronNicholas C. Armbrust, BFA, EaganDaniel J. Bardon, BFA, MankatoMarla Noel H. Bonner, BFA, HopkinsShealah M. Cocherell, BFA, AnokaRachel J. Compart, BFA, MankatoMolly J. Coughlan, BFA, MankatoJessica R. Crane, BFA, Lake CrystalCarissa A. Delestre, BA, Saint PeterJacob R. Eisenbeis, BFA, KassonJoseph P. Erickson, BFA, Prior LakeJennifer L. Filzen, BFA, New UlmSara L. Gobely, BFA, White Bear LakeCasey J. Healy, BA, MankatoAllison M. Henline, BFA, MankatoDanielle R. Hillers, BA, RaymondJohn H. Huth, AA, ShakopeeRobert D. Johnson, BA, MankatoJerilyn L. Knutson, BA, RevereMark T. Krediet, BFA, MankatoWilliam L. Lundblad, BFA, Inver Grove HeightsTimothy E. Malz, BS, New PragueKyle G. Meyers, BFA, Blue EarthTyler J. Milde, BA, ByronTerrence J. O’Keefe, BS, WoodburyLauren B. Prine, BA, Hillsdale,

WisconsinAshley N. Puckett, BS, WaconiaIan J. Roberts, BFA, North MankatoJosephine S. Smith, BFA, JordanMargaret L. Steck, BA, MankatoBenjamin R. Sweeney, BFA, DunnellKirsten J. Wulff, BFA, Red Wing

DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATION STUDIESProfessor Kristen TreinenChairperson

Brady S. Arnold, BS, OwatonnaNicole A. Bugge, BA, Lino LakesDaniel M. DeReus, BS, MankatoBrett M. Equals, BS, Ashland,

WisconsinBryan J. Frechette, BS, MapletonHillary J. Hansman, BA, Okoboji, IowaMatthew C. Hauger, BS, SpringfieldErik A. Heller, BS, OakdaleMegan A. Killoran, BS, Castlewood,

South Dakota

Patrick A. Lemieux, BA, Fargo, North DakotaKelsey R. Majkrzak, BS, BlaineFrancis X. McGinn, III, BA, ChanhassenChristopher P. Nowlin, BA, Alvin,

TexasCasey R. O’Connor, BS, GoodhueNicholas J. Perfetti, BA, Bourbon,

MissouriBriana M. Peterson, BS, SartellTyler D. Polzin, BS, GlencoeSarah K. Preus, BA, Maple GroveDaniel W. Schroeder, BS, MankatoMatthew W. Smith, BS, WasecaJenna M. Steen, BS, Dodge CenterMahamadou Tahirou, BA, NigerJenna C. Wendinger, BA, GibbonEric J. Winkelman, BS, DasselPaul J. Wunderlich, BS, Faribault

DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISHProfessor John Banschbach,Chairperson

Hyeokki Baek, BA, Republic of KoreaSadie J. Bliss, BA, HastingsAmber L. Buermann, BA, Little FallsGabriel A. Claussen, BS, BemidjiDanica M. Das, BA, Lake CrystalRuth E. Driggs, BA, JordanJanel M. Duffy, BA, Chisago CityMatthew J. Erickson, BA, Prior LakeJulie L. Gustafson, BA, BloomingtonMitchell A. Harms, BFA, Sioux Falls,

South DakotaJoshua S. Harris, BS, FairmontMichael M. Hayner, BA, WinnebagoJessica J. Heap, BA, HanoverAllison M. Heard, BA, AustinCharles S. Hunt, BA, MankatoSara C. Johnson, BS, New BrightonAmanda A. Larson, BS, MankatoShea M. McGill, BA, SavageJames P. McShane, BA, New RichlandMary J. O’ Neil, BA, WasecaKayley R. Ostermann, BS, MankatoMeagan S. Schiebel, BA, La CrescentJacy D. Sehm, BS, BlaineEric J. Slininger, BS, RamseyErik J. Sorensen, BS, ChanhassenRyan W. Steinbauer, BA, BloomingtonAlesha M. Sullivan, BA, Lake CrystalNatalie A. Urban, BA, Oceanside,

CaliforniaVeneias N. Vang, BA, Brooklyn ParkLucian R. Young, BA, Madelia

DEPARTMENT OF MASS MEDIAProfessor Marshel Rossow,Chairperson

Amanda M. Bammert, BS, Saint BonifaciusLucas R. Bauer, BS, Verona,

WisconsinNathaniel L. Brennan, BS, New PragueBrittany N. Brock, BS, MinneapolisDanielle F. Brown, BS, Roberts,

WisconsinChelsea L. Casebolt, BS, MankatoAnthony J. Cola, BS, WillmarAvery E. Cropp, BA, PlymouthPatrick J. Delaney, BS, Vadnais HeightsMicah R. Dorfner, BS, Blue EarthRuth E. Driggs, BA, JordanKaitlyn G. Ehlers, BA, Le CenterWhitney R. Fabro, BS, EaganSamantha J. Fischer, BS, MankatoTimothy M. Gagne, BS, RosevilleLyndsey A. Gjere, BS, Blue EarthKirsten B. Grathwohl, BS, New UlmLee M. Handel, BS, RobbinsdaleJessica J. Hanevik, BS, MankatoVirginia R. Hanks, BA, RochesterJeanette M. Heth, BS, West Saint PaulThuy Thuong N. Huynh, BS, BurnsvilleDanielle R. Jaeger, BS, Sioux Falls,

South DakotaMegan M. Kaufenberg, BS, WatertownKathryn C. Kemp, BS, Inver Grove HeightsLivia R. Lastine, BS, EaganMollie S. Lee, BS, PlymouthMickala K. Loesch, BS, HastingsScott A. Lyden, BS, BurnsvilleSamuel R. Mayer, BS, MankatoMadeline R. McBride, BA, Saint PaulLaura L. McFerrin, BS, Maple GroveKersten K. McManamon, BS, WasecaRaul D. Mejiaborja, BA, ChaskaYulia R. Melian, BS, Chaseburg,

WisconsinMolly A. Nelson, BS, EaganRachel R. Nystrom, BS, WaconiaJoshua P. Olson, BA, PrestonAllison L. Parsons, BS, Brandon,

South DakotaMegan K. Pihlaja, BS, WabashaJennifer K. Pollock, BS, Lakeville

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Nicole M. Potts, BS, FairmontNicole M. Roubik, BS, Forest LakeLacey A. Rowland, BS, EaganBrooke K. Sanders, BS, Eden PrairieKyle T. Schmit, BS, WillmarAmanda L. Schroeder, BS, MantorvilleKelsey L. Schultz, BA, MankatoJay A. Schwarz, BS, New UlmKeara T. Shannon, BS, MinnetonkaAveri M. Shrode, BA, DelanoMargaret L. Steck, BA, MankatoAmelia P. Swaggert, BS, FridleyErik P. Thibault, BA, LakelandMelissa L. Thompson, BA, Hartford,

South DakotaAnn E. Wahlstrom, BS, MankatoSamantha L. Wall, BS, Mounds ViewJenna C. Wendinger, BA, Gibbon

DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC Professor John Lindberg, Chairperson

Elliott I. Bonner, BS, Saint PaulAbbie J. Christensen, BS, MankatoSamantha A. McCune, BS, BuffaloErin B. Meyer, BS, Lake CrystalJesse J. Sternke, BS, Worthington

DEPARTMENT OFPHILOSOPHYProfessor Craig Matarrese, Chairperson

Joshua G. Adams, BS, Maple GroveAna M. Eisenreich, BS, Hopkins

DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE AND DANCEProfessor Paul Hustoles,Chairperson

Phoebe M. Boulester, BS, Eagle LakeStephen Crisp, BFA, Blanchester, OhioJoseph B. Crook, BFA, Maple PlainStacy M. DeGolier, BA, Waterloo,

WisconsinStacey M. Ellerbroek, BS, Saint CloudTimothy M. Gagne, BS, RosevilleChelsie K. Grindstaff, BA, Lake CrystalSteven T. Lange, BS, Estherville, Iowa

Jacob W. Nathan, BFA, OwatonnaSamantha E. Phillippi, BS, OakdaleJameson J. Pieper, BFA, West Saint PaulKatherine M. Rapacz, BFA, Eau Claire, WisconsinNatalie A. Schleusner, BFA, Rock Rapids, IowaElizabeth C. Slater, BS, RushmoreMaxwell C. Thao, BFA, Forest LakeMolly C. Tucker, BA, Minneapolis

DEPARTMENT OF WORLD LANGUAGES &CULTURESProfessor James Grabowska,Chairperson

Kayla K. Berg, BA, PlymouthClaire M. Bergman, BS, Fond du Lac, WisconsinDaniel R. Bonnell, BS, Apple ValleyAshley A. Branham, BA, Glenwood City, WisconsinBrianna R. Brennan, BS, ShakopeeCarrie M. Chum, BA, WasecaAvery E. Cropp, BA, PlymouthBrandyn M. Dietman, BA, Sturgeon Bay, WisconsinMelissa-Sang K. Do, BA, MankatoColleen E. Erickson, BA, ZimmermanAlicia M. Fasnacht, BA, Madison LakeMadysen E. Grassle, BA, LakevilleMandy J. Herman, BA, CedarElizabeth A. Koonst, BA, Belle PlaineKristin M. Kordovsky, BA, PlymouthJessica M. Layeux, BA, Saint Louis ParkLauren L. Mendez McConkey, BS,

MankatoHannah A. Milczark, BA, CambridgeNicole M. Olson, BS, ShakopeeEvelyn Pomarico, BA, Le SueurLiliana Quiroz Rios, BS, North MankatoElise A. Resemius, BS, MankatoMarysol Sanchez, BA, ElmoreKristina M. Smayling, BA, MankatoElizabeth E. Standaert, BS, Coon RapidsMari M. Tacheny, BS, Madison LakeJenna J. Tatro, BA, ZimmermanMolly C. Tucker, BA, Minneapolis

HUMANITIESProfessor Gwen Westerman,Director

LIBERAL STUDIESStudent Relations Coordinator

Andrew C. Bungert, AA, LakevilleMegan R. DePree, AA, LeSueurMichael K. Derhaag, AA, North MankatoHeather M. Doran, AA, MankatoJeremy M. Hanson, AA, Saint MichaelJenna R. Hemenway, AA, ChamplinLeAnn R. Hoppe, AA, DelavanBradlee J. Larson, AA, EaganAaron C. McLain, AA, EskoAlexander M. Megaw, AA, MankatoSherri L. Morrison, AA, Forest LakeRandee M. O’Brien, AA, AlexandriaAlexander A. Palmer, AA, MankatoRachel A. Poppema, AA, Lake CrystalBramer L. Powers, AA, WindomJackelyn A. Schimmel, AA, MankatoEmily E. Schweizer, AA, River Falls,

WisconsinCurtis A. Shotliff, AA, HendersonShauna M. Struthers, AA, CokatoJoshua C. Venske, AA, WaconiaXiomara B. Wimmer-Miranda, AA,

Menomonie, WisconsinJoseph C. Wollenburg, AA, MankatoMelissa M. Xiong, AA, White Bear LakeKevin W. Young, AA, Mankato

OPEN STUDIESProfessor Kirsti Cole,Director

Joseph S. Aust, BS, Bloomington Cassie J. Battenfeld, BS, WasecaJoy L. Borgeson, BS, MankatoJessy M. Gappa, BS, MankatoJustin L. Gehrke, BS, New UlmJenna N. Hamre, BS, WinonaJered M. Hansmeyer, BS, CarltonKristin Hueneburg, BS, GermanyNicole K. Root, BS, WasecaJoshua N. Sheehan, BS, Eden PrairieAlicia M. Voss, BS, LeSueurJennifer L. Wagner, BS, Rosemount

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College of BusinessThe candidates will be presented by Brenda Flannery, Dean.

SUMMA CUM LAUDECandice F. Borchardt, FinanceCandice F. Borchardt, AccountingKamol D. Dusmukhamedov,

AccountingJaneth A. Fisher-Romero, International

BusinessSarah K. Mahn, AccountingNeal J. Pastick, ManagementLucas W. Putz, AccountingLucas W. Putz, FinanceKathleen M. Ritter, AccountingKathleen M. Ritter, FinanceMargarita M. Rodriguez, AccountingBrandy J. Schnitzler, AccountingIsha Shrestha, AccountingIsha Shrestha, FinanceLinda F. Skogen, ManagementNathan M. Smayling, AccountingTara J. Soupir, AccountingTara J. Soupir, FinanceKevin D. Thompson, ManagementMegan E. Weber, AccountingKevin M. Wisnew, Marketing

MAGNA CUM LAUDESara J. Anderson, MarketingKayla K. Berg, MarketingTimothy D. Bierly, AccountingLogan R. Boesch, FinanceLacie L. Brandts, AccountingChance D. Brown, FinanceKaitlin Brubaker, International

BusinessJacquelyn E. Christensen, FinanceRyan R. Chuba, Finance

Ryan R. Chuba, AccountingAmber K. Cords, AccountingAmber K. Cords, FinanceJordan L. Curtiss, AccountingJordan L. Curtiss, FinanceJoel D. Demers, ManagementJustin A. Fahse, AccountingJustin A. Fahse, FinanceWade G. Formo, AccountingEdith Githinji, AccountingRebekah R. Hanson, ManagementAlex J. Herzog, AccountingRachel M. Hill, AccountingWang S. Hu, AccountingRyan P. Huibregtse, ManagementAllison L. Hultgren, FinanceAllison L. Hultgren, ManagementJeffrey J. Kes, FinanceLayne C. Kockelman, AccountingLayne C. Kockelman, FinanceYangchen D. Lama, AccountingYangchen D. Lama, FinanceDonald J. Larson, International

BusinessTrevor C. Leopold, ManagementTrevor C. Leopold, MarketingBen Li, AccountingRachel E. Maghan, MarketingChristopher M. Mangione,

AccountingJoshua A. Opdahl, ManagementJoshua A. Opdahl, FinanceBrandon G. Quam, AccountingBrandon G. Quam, FinanceMarysol Sanchez, ManagementSara E. Scharf, Finance

Kelsey M. Smith, AccountingKelsey M. Smith, FinanceErik P. Thibault, ManagementTrent M. Vedders, ManagementMatthew R. Wills, AccountingMatthew R. Wills, Finance

CUM LAUDEBrittany L. Baker, ManagementDaniel J. Bardon, MarketingVanessa M. Bonahoom, FinanceBenjamin J. Damm, ManagementLauren E. Duddingston, FinanceBrian M. Galle, ManagementJessica C. Giesner, ManagementTaylor G. Hallman, AccountingTaylor G. Hallman, ManagementDavid C. Heine, FinanceBraden R. Hubbard, FinanceAnthony D. Lambrecht, International

BusinessJennifer M. Lindholm, AccountingSachin Manandhar, AccountingStanislav V. Matusevschi, FinanceAndrew J. Northenscold, FinanceAndrew J. Northenscold, AccountingMohammed M. Rizvi, AccountingAmanda L. Schroeder, MarketingCarmen M. Sook, MarketingDawn M. Spangenberg, AccountingTyler K. Stenzel, ManagementKendra H. Stromberg, ManagementKyle N. Stromberg, AccountingDawite M. Terefe, AccountingHannah O. Wittman, MarketingKylie R. Wroge, Management

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DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING ANDBUSINESS LAWProfessor Bill Brown, Chairperson

Robert J. Bennett, BS, SavageSubash Bhandari, BS, MankatoTimothy D. Bierly, BS, RochesterTracey J. Billmeier, BS, Bird IslandCandice F. Borchardt, BS, Belle PlaineLacie L. Brandts, BS, Garden CityMelissa M. Bystrom, BS, Red WingMegan D. Carroll, BS, West Saint PaulJoseph P. Cegla, BS, Eden PrairieRyan R. Chuba, BS, Maple PlainDaniel B. Cison, BS, Coon RapidsAmber K. Cords, BS, WellsJordan L. Curtiss, BS, MontevideoKamol D. Dusmukhamedov, BS,

MankatoDaniel A. Ehm, BS, PlymouthFNU Fahad, BS, PakistanJustin A. Fahse, BS, OliviaWade G. Formo, BS, EaganEdith Githinji, BS, MankatoAmber L. Goblirsch, BS, Lake CrystalTaylor G. Hallman, BS, ChaskaKristin M. Hayes, BS, Cedarburg,

WisconsinAlex J. Herzog, BS, New UlmRachel M. Hill, BS, ChamplinGina L. Horoshak, BS, Saint PeterWang S. Hu, BS, DundasLayne C. Kockelman, BS, Walnut GroveBreauna M. Koster, BS, ElysianYangchen D. Lama, BS, NepalTyrel V. Lecy, BS, Saint PeterBen Li, BS, Albert LeaMarc A. Linaman, BS, OakdaleJennifer M. Lindholm, BS, MankatoDebra A. Loeffler, BS, ClevelandSarah K. Mahn, BS, SpicerSachin Manandhar, BS, NepalChristopher M. Mangione, BS,

LakevilleJacquiline V. Massawe, BS, United

Republic of TanzaniaMatthew M. MulQueeny, BS, Eden PrairieAndrew J. Northenscold, BS, MankatoOluwatomiyin E. Ojoyeyi, BS,

MinneapolisCaitlin M. O’Neil, BS, Andover

Christopher R. Peterson, BS, Chanhassen

Rodney J. Piepho, BS, OwatonnaLucas W. Putz, BS, Lacona, IowaBrandon G. Quam, BS, Inver Grove

HeightsKathleen M. Ritter, BS, Red WingMohammed M. Rizvi, BS, MankatoMargarita M. Rodriguez, BS, WasecaYousef H. Sarameh, BS, MankatoLucille R. Schermerhorn, BS, MankatoKelly M. Schneider, BS, BuffaloBrandy J. Schnitzler, BS, AlexandriaIsha Shrestha, BS, NepalMuhammad H. Siddiqui, BS, PakistanNathan M. Smayling, BS, MankatoKelsey M. Smith, BS, Maple GroveMichelle F. Smith, BS, MankatoTara J. Soupir, BS, New LondonDawn M. Spangenberg, BS, Eagle LakeKyle N. Stromberg, BS, Maple GroveDawite M. Terefe, BS, MinneapolisRyan M. Thompson, BS, WasecaMegan E. Weber, BS, WasecaJared J. Weimert, BS, MankatoLucas T. Wilde, BS, Eden PrairieMatthew R. Wills, BS, EaganBrian R. Winter, BS, Mankato

DEPARTMENT OF FINANCEProfessor Joseph Reising,Chairperson

Fahad S. Al Sogoor, BS, Saudi ArabiaMustafa F. Almeer, BS, MankatoHussain A. Alyami, BS, Saudi ArabiaDezirae M. Bauleke, BS, Le CenterLogan R. Boesch, BS, AmboyVanessa M. Bonahoom, BS, Cottage GroveCandice F. Borchardt, BS, Belle PlaineChance D. Brown, BS, Trent, South DakotaMegan D. Carroll, BS, West Saint PaulJacquelyn E. Christensen, BS,

Madison LakeRyan R. Chuba, BS, Maple PlainAmber K. Cords, BS, WellsJordan L. Curtiss, BS, MontevideoLauren E. Duddingston, BS, EaganKelsey J. Estey, BS, LakevilleKufre J. Eyoh, BS, Cottage GroveJustin A. Fahse, BS, OliviaBrandon M. Flowers, BS, St ClairRiley P. Fluegel, BS, Owatonna

Remington D. Gehrke, BS, KenyonMitchel D. Grundman, BS,

ClearwaterJordan S. Hansen, BS, FaribaultDavid C. Heine, BS, VictoriaBraden R. Hubbard, BS, WoodburyAllison L. Hultgren, BS, Arnolds Park,

IowaMitchel P. Johnson, BS, DennisonTakara T. Johnson, BS, WasecaJeffrey J. Kes, BS, JordanBrian W. Klancke, BS, Green IsleAlexander P. Koch, BS, FarmingtonLayne C. Kockelman, BS, Walnut GroveJoshua W. Koob, BS, WorthingtonBreauna M. Koster, BS, ElysianRobert J. Kubes, BS, Red WingPaul R. Kunkel, BS, Good ThunderYangchen D. Lama, BS, NepalTara J. Larson, BS, WasecaErica A. Laue, BS, FairmontMarc A. Linaman, BS, OakdaleCourtney L. Lueck, BS, Elk RiverWilliam D. Mako, BS, MankatoMichael C. Marzinske, BS, MankatoJacquiline V. Massawe, BS, United

Republic of TanzaniaStanislav V. Matusevschi, BS,

MoldovaJack J. Michaletz, BS, North MankatoMatthew M. MulQueeny, BS, Eden PrairieAndrew J. Northenscold, BS, MankatoOluwatomiyin E. Ojoyeyi, BS,

MinneapolisMikkee C. Olson, BS, Eden PrairieJoshua A. Opdahl, BS, Redwood FallsMitchell R. Padfield, BS, ShakopeeNicholas C. Palzer, BS, Lino LakesAdam M. Patterson, BS, EaganCody A. Petersen, BS, WasecaChristopher R. Peterson, BS,

ChanhassenRyan J. Plumedahl, BS, Maple GroveLucas W. Putz, BS, Lacona, IowaBrandon G. Quam, BS, Inver Grove HeightsTravis L. Rademacher, BS, RichmondSarah M. Rickert, BS, PennockKathleen M. Ritter, BS, Red WingSoraya E. Salami, BS, Ivory Coast

(Cote D’Ivoire)Sara E. Scharf, BS, MankatoCourtney E. Schmidt, BS, North MankatoSarah R. Schrupp, BS, HutchinsonSamantha J. Schwartz, BS, Waterville

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Isha Shrestha, BS, NepalScott T. Siebenaler, BS, LakevilleKelsey M. Smith, BS, Maple GroveTara J. Soupir, BS, New LondonKhesar Wangchuk, BS, MinneapolisSamantha J. Ward, BS, WillmarMatthew R. Wills, BS, EaganBrian R. Winter, BS, Mankato

DEPARTMENT OFMANAGEMENTProfessor Miles Smayling,Chairperson

Isaac Abegaz, BS, SavageNathan M. Adams, BS, Maple GroveAbdulhadi M. Almarri, BS, Saudi ArabiaJaber A. Almarri, BS, Saudi ArabiaBrittany L. Baker, BS, OakdaleTravis D. Bechthold, BS, MonticelloRachael M. Berg, BS, New RichlandKayla R. Bowen, BS, Lead, South DakotaCierra R. Bucholz, BS, MedfordNathan P. Carritt, BS, Denison, IowaDerek R. Chapman, BS, BurnsvilleSheryl L. Cleaveland, BS, Maple GroveBenjamin J. Damm, BS, LindstromJoel D. Demers, BS, ShakopeeJanet L. Duehlmeyer, BS, North MankatoAshley M. Ebert, BS, HutchinsonSamuel A. Eischen, BS, Spirit Lake,

IowaCorey E. Essel, BS, MinnetonkaJordan G. Fall, BS, MoundMarcus J. Felling, BS, MankatoAmber L. Flaten, BS, JanesvilleKa Leong Fong, BS, ChinaSasha J. Frazier, BS, Prior LakeBrian M. Galle, BS, JordanJessica C. Giesner, BS, MankatoAshley N. Glenna, BS, WinonaJessica S. Grunzke, BS, WellsAshley M. Hager, BS, St PeterKylee D. Hahler, BS, MankatoTaylor G. Hallman, BS, ChaskaRebekah R. Hanson, BS, Saint MichaelJon G. Hemze, BS, WaconiaGrant W. Holmseth, BS, Blue EarthRyan P. Huibregtse, BS, Victoria

Allison L. Hultgren, BS, Arnolds Park, Iowa

Shermarke M. Hurreh, BS, MankatoJordan R. Imdieke, BS, ChaskaEllie J. James, BS, WasecaMatthew P. Johnson, BS,

Chamberlain, South DakotaJacob D. Kappel, BS, CrystalBlake M. Knauf, BS, Cold SpringCorey R. Knuppel, BS, EaganZachary C. Krause, BS, RochesterJordan M. Kristo, BS, RochesterPaul R. Kunkel, BS, Good ThunderLindsey M. Lang, BS, North MankatoTrevor C. Leopold, BS, Heron LakeAlexander L. Lindeland, BS, ChaskaAlina Maharjan, BS, MankatoKari C. Mathisen, BS, Maple GroveBriana M. Meyer, BS, Spring GroveJonathan C. Miller, BS, ZimmermanFaiza A. Moalim, BS, MankatoKael B. Mouillierat, BS, CanadaRyan J. Mountin, BS, Elmwood,

WisconsinHeather M. Nelson, BS, MankatoRyan D. Nyberg, BS, RogersKyle J. Oetjens, BS, Traverse City,

MichiganJoshua A. Opdahl, BS, Redwood FallsNeal J. Pastick, BS, Vadnais HeightsCody A. Petersen, BS, WasecaBenjamin S. Pfeil, BS, LewisvilleJonathan P. Rivers, BS, MankatoErick J. Rykhus, BS, Eagle LakeMarysol Sanchez, BS, ElmoreKyle R. Scharfe, BS, WatervilleAalishma Shrestha, BS, NepalTiffany J. Sizer, BS, Saint JamesLinda F. Skogen, BS, MorristownLisa A. Smith, BS, WasecaTyler K. Stenzel, BS, Heron LakeKendra H. Stromberg, BS, OgilvieRebecca M. Templin, BS, PlatoErik P. Thibault, BS, LakelandKevin D. Thompson, BS, North MankatoKelsie R. Thongvivong, BS, WindomMarija J. Trence, BS, Prior LakeMichaela R. Ulmen, BS, MadeliaTrent M. Vedders, BS, HastingsCaitlyn K. Von Bokern, BS, MinnetonkaMaxmilian R. Weber, BS, Onalaska,

WisconsinKylie R. Wroge, BS, Cologne

DEPARTMENT OF MARKETING AND INTERNATIONAL BUSINESSProfessor Ann Kuzma,Chairperson

James P. Achartz, BS, Forest LakeSara J. Anderson, BS, Madison LakeDaniel J. Bardon, BS, MankatoAlex Bassett, BS, Milford, IowaKayla K. Berg, BS, PlymouthAlex J. Boleman, BS, ChaskaKaitlin Brubaker, BS, AndoverCierra R. Bucholz, BS, MedfordKatie V. Chamlongsong, BS, RogersDevin E. Coons, BS, AnokaKatelyn N. Culverson, BS, LakevilleErica D. Curtis, BS, North MankatoJustin J. Decheine, BS, IsantiDanielle N. Engels, BS, HastingsTaylor J. Fischer, BS, ElkoJaneth A. Fisher-Romero, BS, MankatoBrent J. Forslund, BS, SavageSasha J. Frazier, BS, Prior LakeKatelyn M. Gaughran, BS, Maple GroveMeredith J. Goulson, BS, New PragueJed T. Heubner, BS, MinneapolisChristina L. Hill, BS, Maple GroveEleanor M. Holmen, BS, Albert LeaGrant W. Holmseth, BS, Blue EarthTakara T. Johnson, BS, WasecaBrittany J. Kaine, BS, Coon RapidsAlexander P. Koch, BS, FarmingtonZachary H. Kuehn, BS, WabassoAnthony D. Lambrecht, BS, New PragueDonald J. Larson, BS, LeSueurTrevor C. Leopold, BS, Heron LakeRachel E. Maghan, BS, OwatonnaDiem N. Nguyen, BS, WoodburyAmy M. Pehrson, BS, MankatoOlen W. Riseng, BS, Red WingAmanda L. Schroeder, BS,

MantorvilleAna K. Silva, BS, FridleyCarmen M. Sook, BS, LitchfieldGrace G. Templin, BS, FridleyRichard J. Tix, BS, RosemountAdrienne L. Vida, BS, Tacoma,

WashingtonCody D. Wiens, BS, Saint JamesKevin M. Wisnew, BS, LakevilleHannah O. Wittman, BS, Alton,

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College of Science, Engineering and TechnologyThe candidates will be presented by Vijendra Agarwal, Dean.

SUMMA CUM LAUDE RuthAnne M. Billett, Information

TechnologyAdam L. Edwinson, BiotechnologyBryce L. Hotzler, Construction

ManagementTyler W. Kabes, Biology: Human BiologyAndrew J. McNally, General

EngineeringPradeep K. Rizal, Information

TechnologyIsha Shrestha, Information Technology

MAGNA CUM LAUDEAnthony J. Abbott, Mathematics

TeachingYovin Andrian, Information TechnologyJessie R. Audas, Biology: Human BiologyDaniel R. Bachman, Biology: Human BiologyDaniel R. Branscombe, MathematicsJoshua D. Crawford, Electronic

Engineering TechnologyDavid W. Dake, Information

TechnologyJoel D. Demers, Construction

ManagementSusan M. Gerbensky, Biology:

Human BiologyHojoon Lee, Electrical EngineeringMaxwell J. Mansfield, Information

Technology

Cory V. Moran, General EngineeringKeeli N. Mullaney, Biology: Human BiologyLori M. Nelson, Biology: Human BiologyKyle D. Puetz, Construction

ManagementFurqan Rauf, Information SystemsMark D. Steinman, Biology: Human BiologyAbbey D. Winkels, Food Science

TechnologyDarin R. Woitas, Construction

Management

CUM LAUDEKai A. Ahlman, Biology: Human BiologyTyler M. Bartek, General EngineeringJustin L. Crowley, Biology: Human BiologyBenjamin J. Damm, Construction

ManagementBikram Duwal, Information

TechnologyBrianna L. Frey, General EngineeringXin Yu Huang, Automotive

Engineering TechnologyJonathan S. Kay, Automotive

Engineering TechnologyAlexander J. Learmont, General

EngineeringMeredith H. Lovaas, Biology: Human Biology

Derek M. MacHolda, Construction Management

Nicholas A. Menne, Biology: Human BiologyChristine K. Nelson, General

EngineeringDallas J. Nicol, Information

TechnologyChelsey G. Niebuhr, BiologyCybill E. Okitikpi, Biology: Human BiologyYusuf A. Opakunle, Biology: Human BiologyMatthew K. Remund, Construction

ManagementCourtney D. Roberts, Automotive

Engineering TechnologyAndrew M. Schneider, Information

SystemsTressa N. Sellner, Environmental

SciencesLeonard C. Steidel, Computer

ScienceMahamadou Tahirou, Information

TechnologyRyan M. Thesing, Environmental

SciencesErin L. Tibbetts, Environmental

SciencesAshmit Tuladhar, Information SystemsXe Yang, Construction ManagementTory J. Zamzow, Construction

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DEPARTMENT OF AUTOMOTIVE ANDMANUFACTURINGENGINEERING TECHNOLOGYProfessor Bruce Jones, Chairperson

Christopher A. Atkinson, BS, WasecaDamien N. Brase, BS, MankatoMohammad B. Chughtai, BS,

MankatoShawn P. Deans, BS, Pine SpringsWilliam J. Foley, BS, CarverJason J. Henry, BS, ElkoXin Yu Huang, BS, Quincy,

MassachusettsJonathan S. Kay, BS, Shell Lake,

WisconsinBenjamin L. MacLean, BS,

MinneapolisSatish Nakarmi, BS, NepalWade P. Nelson, BS, OwatonnaSanjaya Ranasinghe, BS, Sri LankaJamie D. Risnes, BS, IrontonCourtney D. Roberts, BS, MankatoJason R. Rosenberg, BS, FairmontHassan M. Salat, BS, Saudi Arabia

DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCESProfessor Michael Bentley, Chairperson

Kai A. Ahlman, BS, IsantiDanielle C. Alinea, BS, Mosinee,

WisconsinNicholas D. Anderson, BS,

MinneapolisTonya J. Anderson, BS, Madison

LakeJessie R. Audas, BS, Gretna, NebraskaBabatunde O. Awoyinka, BS,

Brooklyn ParkDaniel R. Bachman, BS, ShoreviewAyele E. Basore, BS, MankatoLauren M. Beal, BS, Urbandale,

IowaBedelu A. Bekele, BS, MankatoMorgan R. Bendel, BS, La Crosse,

WisconsinJessica R. Blount, BS, MinnetonkaKevin M. Boike, BS, WillmarKatherine A. Bowman, BS, Harris

Bradley B. Clyne, BS, New UlmChristina M. Corrigan, BS, BurnsvilleJustin L. Crowley, BS, WyomingRamla A. Dahir, BS, MankatoKathryn M. Dill, BS, Golden ValleyAdam L. Edwinson, BS, Apple ValleyMohamed A. Elabbady, BS, BlaineMichael R. Euerle, BS, WoodburyCassandra K. Fisher, BS, RochesterAshley M. Folden-Ecker, BS, North MankatoSusan M. Gerbensky, BS, Apple ValleyMegan L. Grams, BS, New UlmTyler R. Grupa, BS, MankatoWhitney L. Harris, BS, FairmontJosephine A. Hartung, BS, Spring Valley, WisconsinDustin M. Heidinger, BS, Elk RiverTyler W. Kabes, BS, New PragueNazneen A. Khan, BS, BangladeshHeidi R. Knott, BS, New GermanyRaeAnn L. Kragenbring, BS, AtwaterAlexandra J. Leverson, BS, New UlmMeredith H. Lovaas, BS, IsleLinnea L. Marschall, BS, ShakopeeNicholas D. McMullen, BS, ClevelandNicholas A. Menne, BS, Madison LakeKeeli N. Mullaney, BS, HastingsLori M. Nelson, BS, BurnsvilleChelsey G. Niebuhr, BS, Albert LeaAbdullahi A. Nur, BS, MinneapolisTyler N. Oare, BS, MedinaCybill E. Okitikpi, BS, MankatoYusuf A. Opakunle, BS, Saint PaulAhmed M. Osman, BS, MankatoSara C. Owen, BS, MankatoJacob K. Pederson, BS, CloquetJulian I. Phipps, BS, Saint PaulKirbi H. Premkumar, BS, Charlotte,

North CarolinaJessica L. Sellner, BS, Sleepy EyeTressa N. Sellner, BS, LeSueurManoj K. Shah, BS, NepalJonna J. Slifka, BS, Cresco, IowaMark D. Steinman, BS, New UlmRyan M. Thesing, BS, LewistonErin L. Tibbetts, BS, MankatoBeth A. Twaddle, BS, KassonJohnathan J. Wermers, BS, Parkston,

South DakotaAnna M. Wetzel, BS, RamseyAbbey D. Winkels, BS, Altoona, IowaAbdirizak F. Yusuf, BS, Minneapolis

DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY AND GEOLOGY Professor Mary Hadley, Chairperson

Sagal Y. Ali, BA, Cottage GroveTizazu H. Cheritu, BA, Columbia

HeightsDillon J. Hansen, BA, WasecaAndrea M. Munson, BA, SavageKazzim A. Oshodi, BA, Cottage

Grove

DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE Professor Dean Kelley, Chairperson

Cory S. Cray, BS, North MankatoMichael A. Engen, BS, WinonaDaniel M. Hamlin, BS, MankatoSean C. Ooi, BS, MankatoDavid R. Perez, BS, Chisago CityRabin Shrestha, BS, NepalLeonard C. Steidel, BS, Prior Lake

DEPARTMENT OF CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENTProfessor Brian Wasserman, Chairperson

Brett A. Anderson, BS, Eagle LakeJodiah J. Andresen, BS, MankatoTanner E. Barbknecht, BS, WasecaCraig S. Berkner, BS, Sleepy EyeChanning C. Boe, BS, BemidjiBenjamin J. Damm, BS, LindstromJoel D. Demers, BS, ShakopeeDustin A. Goranson, BS, MankatoChristopher L. Henning, BS, MankatoMatthew A. Holmgren, BS, St PeterBryce L. Hotzler, BS, ShakopeePeter J. Johnson, BS, LonsdaleAlex C. Koonce, BS, La Crosse,

WisconsinDerek M. MacHolda, BS, Redwood FallsJeffrey D. Mauser, BS, Eden PrairieJoseph F. McNeil, BS, MankatoJohnathan Meyers, BS, Prior LakeJason L. Michels, BS, FaribaultAndrew M. Miller, BS, Eau Claire,

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Dylan R. Miller, BS, MankatoJonathan D. Monson, BS, BricelynPatrick M. Noonan, BS, PaynesvilleCraig W. Petersen, BS, PlymouthNathan T. Plohasz, BS, CedarKyle D. Puetz, BS, HendersonMatthew K. Remund, BS, MorristownDillon E. Robinson, BS, Walnut GroveTrevor J. Ruser, BS, Blue EarthScott T. Schumacher, BS, ZumbrotaJacob T. Sikora, BS, North Saint PaulRyan J. Slama, BS, SavageMichael A. Steinkamp, BS, Dakota Dunes, South DakotaOlja Susilovic, BS, MinneapolisSamuel D. Wick, BS, Grand Forks,

North DakotaDarin R. Woitas, BS, Minnesota LakeXe Yang, BS, Saint PaulRyan J. Younger, BS, ByronTory J. Zamzow, BS, EyotaAustin M. Zapka, BS, Minnetonka

DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTERENGINEERING ANDTECHNOLOGYProfessor Gale Allen, Chairperson

Joshua D. Crawford, BS, St PeterZachary S. Johnson, BS, Lake CrystalHojoon Lee, BSEE, Republic of KoreaSpencer D. Lokkesmoe, BS, Maple GroveTokunbo S. Onadipe, BSEE, Cottage GrovePatrick R. Ryan, BS, Detroit LakesRyan A. Wilkus, BS, Saint Paul

DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL ENGINEERINGProfessor Gregg Marg, Chairperson

William E. Bacon, BSE, International FallsTyler M. Bartek, BSE, ChisholmBrianna L. Frey, BSE, Hoyt LakesRoth T. Indihar, BSE, TowerMatthew E. Korpela, BSE, Squaw LakeErin L. Lamke, BSE, Hill CityAlexander J. Learmont, BSE, GonvickAndrew J. McNally, BSE, Chisago CityAustin J. Mekash, BSE, RoseauCory V. Moran, BSE, LongvilleChristine K. Nelson, BSE, GuthrieDeric J. Phillips, BSE, Bovey

DEPARTMENT OFINFORMATION SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGYProfessor Leon Tietz Chairperson

Sharmarke A. Ali, BS, MankatoYovin Andrian, BS, IndonesiaZafar A. Baig, BS, PakistanRuthAnne M. Billett, BS, MankatoDerek L. Billiar, BS, Saint MichaelZachery J. Bleninger, BS, FaribaultDavid W. Dake, BS, New UlmBikram Duwal, BS, NepalBrady S. Hullopeter, BS, Blooming PrairieJoshua R. Jenson, BS, GlencoeThomas J. Johnson, IV, BS, Bayside,

WisconsinMaxwell J. Mansfield, BS, MankatoDallas J. Nicol, BS, Estherville, IowaSean N. Oberg, BS, Apple ValleyFurqan Rauf, BS, Pakistan

Pradeep K. Rizal, BS, NepalAaron K. Schlingmann, BS, JanesvilleAndrew M. Schneider, BS, Prescott,

WisconsinAshirwad Shrestha, BS, NepalIsha Shrestha, BS, NepalNiju Shrestha, BS, NepalDevin S. Sijan, BS, Inver Grove HeightsAnthony P. Solyntjes, BS, CourtlandMahamadou Tahirou, BS, NigerMichael A. Timm II, BS, MaplewoodAshmit Tuladhar, BS, NepalCory R. Woodard, BS, Moorhead

DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS ANDSTATISTICS Professor Brian Martensen,Chairperson

Anthony J. Abbott, BS, SavageDaniel R. Branscombe, BS, MankatoNathan T. Green, BS, Woodbury

DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ANDCIVIL ENGINEERINGProfessor Aaron Budge,Chairperson

Thomas P. Klevan, BS Civil Engineering, Goodhue

DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS AND ASTRONOMYProfessor Youwen Xu,Chairperson

Andrew Cole, BS, Burnsville Adam B. Hanson, BS, Duluth

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Prelude Concert Minnesota Valley Brass Quintet Gerard Aloisio, Professor of Music – trombone

Tom Giles, Emeritus Professor of Music – trumpet Stewart Ross, Director of CETL – trombone Dave Schultz ’70, ’73 – horn Doug Snapp, Professor of Music – trumpet Minnesota State University, Mankato

Processional March Edward Elgar/arrangement by Douglas R. Snapp

National Anthem Kimm Julian Associate Professor of Music Minnesota State University, Mankato

Greetings Brett K. Anderson ‘11 Board of Trustees Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Address Rebecca Holm

Bachelor of Science, Communication Disorders College of Allied Health and Nursing Katelyn R. Romsa Doctor of Education, Counselor Education and Supervision College of Education

Briana J. Threatt Bachelor of Science, Corrections College of Social and Behavioral Sciences Conferring of Degrees

Welcome to the Minnesota State University, Mankato Pamela Weller ‘92, PresidentMankato Alumni Association Minnesota State Mankato Alumni Association

Minnesota State University, Mankato Hymn Kimm Julian Associate Professor of Music

Recessional March *

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Platform GuestsRICHARD DAVENPORT President Minnesota State University,

Mankato

BRETT K. ANDERSON Board of Trustees Minnesota State Colleges and

Universities

BARBARA CARSON Faculty Honor Marshal, College of

Social and Behavioral Sciences

ED CLARK Vice President for Technology and

Chief Information Officer

KIMBERLY GREER Dean of the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences

JEAN HAAR Interim Dean of the College of Education

NANCY GEISTFELD THOMAS Faculty Honor Marshal, College of Allied Health & Nursing

ROBERT HOFFMAN Vice President for Strategic

Business, Education, and Regional Partnerships

DAVID P. JONES Associate Vice President for

Student Affairs and Enrollment Management

HARRY KRAMPF Interim Dean of the College of

Allied Heath and Nursing

DOUGLAS P. MAYO Vice President for University

Advancement

HENRY MORRIS Interim Dean for Institutional

Diversity and Chief Diversity Officer

SCOTT R. OLSON Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs and Student Affairs

BARRY J. RIES Interim Dean of the College of

Graduate Studies and Research

JOAN ROCA Dean of Library Services

RICHARD J. STRAKA Vice President for Finance and

Administration

RONALD WEISS Faculty Honor Marshal, College of Education

PAMELA WELLER President of Minnesota State

University, Mankato Alumni Association

Procession ParticipantsFACULTY HONORMARSHALSNancy Geistfeld Thomas,

College of Allied Health & Nursing

Ronald Weiss, College of Education

Barbara Carson, College of Social and

Behavioral Sciences

COLLEGE HONORMARSHALSJoy Joyner, College of Allied

Health and NursingKarl Matz, College of

EducationJoseph Kunkel, College of

Social and Behavioral Sciences

JUNIOR HONORMARSHALSJudy Xiong, College of Allied

Health and NursingJamie Stockwell, College of

EducationAnn Wheeler, College of

Social and Behavioral Sciences

COLLEGE OF ALLIEDHEALTH & NURSINGMARCHING FACULTY PROFESSORSSherry Folsom-MeekGarold RushingMarcia StevensMarlene TappeMary VisserPatricia Young

ASSOCIATE PROFESSORSJill ConlonJulie HebenstreitCindra KamphoffBonnie LundRonald Nickerson

ASSISTANT PROFESSORSHans-Peter deRuiterAmy HedmanRoy Thomas J. KammerBrian KamnetzKelly KrumweideGary NeistRachelle ToupenceHeather Von Bank

COLLEGE OF EDUCATIONMARCHING FACULTY

PROFESSORSRick AugerDiane CoursolPatricia HoffmanAndrew JohnsonJacqueline LewisLTC Joel R. Stephenson

ASSOCIATE PROFESSORSAnne DahlmanKathleen FoordKaren HurlbuttDeborah JessemanElizabeth SandellJohn Seymour

ASSISTANT PROFESSORSWendy EmoDavid GeorginaKarin Lindstrom BremerPenny RosenthalMartin Sievek

COLLEGE OF SOCIAL &BEHAVIORALSCIENCES MARCHINGFACULTY

PROFESSORSSteven BuechlerClark JohnsonRichard Schiming

ASSOCIATE PROFESSORSRaymond Asomani-BoatengChristine Black-HughesDiane GrahamKeith LuebkeMarlene MedranoVinai NorasakkunkitForrest Wilkerson

ASSISTANT PROFESSORSEmily BoydChristian DobratzIhsuan LeeGinger SchmidEmily StarkLaura Strunk

LIBRARY FACULTYBecky SchwartzkopfDaardi Sizemore

ADMINISTRATIVE and SUPPORT FACULTYMaria Baxter-NuamahDiane Berge

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College of Graduate StudiesThe candidates will be presented by Barry J. Ries, Interim Dean.

DOCTOR OF EDUCATIONKatelyn R. Romsa, MankatoCounselor Education and SupervisionAdvisor: Dr. Karin Lindstrom BremerDissertation: Freshman Student-Faculty

Interactions and GPA: Predictors of Retention and Overall Satisfaction

SPECIALISTCullen M. Bahn, JordanEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin Paul P. Bang, OkabenaEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin

Karla E. Beck, St JamesEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin Jane M. Best, Eden PrairieEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin Tracy A. Brovold, MankatoEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin Chad Brusky, Forest LakeEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin Samuel H. Cotton, MankatoEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Jasper Hunt Kevin G. Dirksen, Le Mars, IowaEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin

Scott L. Elliott, Cottage GroveEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin

Annette M. Engeldinger, Saint PeterEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin

Kenneth P. Essay, North MankatoEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin

David J. Flom, Eden PrairieEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin

Jennifer S. Fraze, Madison LakeEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin Gretchen A. Gifford, BurnsvilleEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin Hope A. Grover, BurnsvilleEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin Justin D. Hall, BloomingtonEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin Susan M. Harty, OwatonnaEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin Timothy J. Hermann, White Bear LakeEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin

Hayley E. Lang, North BranchEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin Matthew L. Lattimore, North BranchEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin

Paul D. McDevitt, BurnsvilleEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Ronald Weiss Michelle E. Miller, WoodburyEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin

Jill A. Mueller, MankatoEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin Sarah J. Nelson, ShakopeeEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin

Jay C. Powell, Cottage GroveEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin Nancy J. Remmert, MankatoEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin Travis J. Rother, Eden PrairieEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin Jacob M. Scandrett, TracyEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin Monde L. Schwartz, MankatoEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin

Carla T. Sinz, WoodburyEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin Michael J. Smalley, BurnsvilleEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin

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Amy L. VandenBerg, LakevilleEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin

Todd R. Waterbury, North MankatoEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin

Jennifer E. Wilson, Le SueurEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin

Jessica A. Wippler, Saint Louis ParkEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin

Aubree M. Yunker, MinnetonkaEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin

MASTER OF ARTSHyderhusain S. Abadin, Milwaukee,

WisconsinIndustrial/Organizational PsychologyAdvisor: Dr. Andrea Lassiter

Chelsea M. Bartleson, Forest City, Iowa

Sport ManagementAdvisor: Dr. Suzannah Armentrout

Sumeet Bharti, IndiaPhysical Education (Non-Teaching)Advisor: Dr. Robert Pettitt

Bryant J. Black, AlexandriaSport ManagementAdvisor: Dr. Yean Sub Lim

Evan C. Blackhurst, North MankatoIndustrial/Organizational PsychologyAdvisor: Dr. Daniel Sachau

Brandi R. Bongers, FaribaultSport ManagementAdvisor: Dr. Yean Sub Lim

Jill S. Brink, MankatoClinical PsychologyAdvisor: Dr. Sarah Sifers

Sharon J. Brown, Helena, MontanaPhysical Education (Teaching)Advisor: Dr. Sherry Folsom-Meek

Corey L. Christopher, MankatoSport and Exercise PsychologyAdvisor: Dr. Cindra Kamphoff

Riley J. Courtright, Blair, NebraskaSport ManagementAdvisor: Dr. Yean Sub Lim

Susan E. Drevo, Tulsa, OklahomaClinical PsychologyAdvisor: Dr. Barry Ries

Matthew J. Gindele, Big LakeUrban PlanningAdvisor: Dr. Raymond Asomani-Boateng

Chelsea A. Gloth, Saint Louis, Missouri

Clinical PsychologyAdvisor: Dr. Barry Ries

Jacob S. Halloran, ChatfieldSport ManagementAdvisor: Dr. Suzannah Armentrout

Amanda N. Harms, Waverly, IowaIndustrial/Organizational PsychologyAdvisor: Dr. Lisa Perez

Jodi L. Hiniker, MankatoPhysical Education (Non-Teaching)Advisor: Dr. Cindra Kamphoff

Catherine L. Hoenig, CrosslakePhysical Education (Non-Teaching)Advisor: Dr. Cindra Kamphoff

Sean E. Houlihan, ElysianIndustrial/Organizational PsychologyAdvisor: Dr. Lisa Perez

Hannah R. Huttner, MinnetonkaSport ManagementAdvisor: Dr. Suzannah Armentrout

Justine A. Johnson, BrownsvilleGender & Women’s StudiesAdvisor: Dr. Maria Bevacqua

Kristy L. Jungemann, MankatoIndustrial/Organizational PsychologyAdvisor: Dr. Daniel Sachau

Tami S. Klenke, Le SueurSport and Exercise PsychologyAdvisor: Dr. Cindra Kamphoff

Christine A. Kratzer, Reno, NevadaPhysical Education (Teaching)Advisor: Dr. Gary Neist

Joshua D. Ling, Chicago, IllinoisPhysical Education (Teaching)Advisor: Dr. Sherry Folsom-Meek

Nathaniel J. Lombardi, MankatoClinical PsychologyAdvisor: Dr. Jeffrey BuchananThesis: A Functional Analysis of

Elderspeak Use by Certified Nursing Assistants in Caregiving Situations

Tut M. Luotkoway, MankatoUrban PlanningAdvisor: Raymond Asomani-Boateng Nicholas J. MacMurray, MankatoSociology: GeneralAdvisor: Emily Boyd

Joshua B. Malchow, WinnebagoUrban and Regional StudiesAdvisor: Dr. Miriam Porter Indira Manandhar, NepalUrban PlanningAdvisor: Dr. David Laverny-Rafter

Heather E. Martin, MarshallPhysical Education (Non-Teaching)Advisor: Dr. Mary Visser

Mallory R. Michel, Boone, IowaPhysical Education (Non-Teaching)Advisor: Dr. Robert Pettitt

Shailesh A. Mulani, IndiaPhysical Education (Non-Teaching)Advisor: Dr. Robert Pettitt

Omot O. Nyigwo, MankatoPolitical ScienceAdvisor: Dr. Jacqueline Vieceli

Martel A. Pipkins, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Sociology: GeneralAdvisor: Dr. William Wagner

Rhiannon R. Plumhoff, FairmontPhysical Education (Non-Teaching)Advisor: Dr. Robert Pettitt

Vikas G. Prasad, IndiaPhysical Education (Non-Teaching)Advisor: Dr. Robert Pettitt

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Nikolas L. Proehl, MankatoSociology: GeneralAdvisor: Dr. Steve Buechler

Peter B. Sanacore, Riverdale, New JerseyIndustrial/Organizational PsychologyAdvisor: Dr. Daniel SachauThesis: Relationship Type Determines

the Target of Threat in Perceived Relational Devaluation: Organizational Self vs. Interpersonal Relationships

Dawn A. Seefeldt, Sioux City, IowaClinical PsychologyAdvisor: Dr. Jeffrey Buchanan

Allison C. Smith, Marshalltown, IowaSport ManagementAdvisor: Dr. Suzannah Armentrout

Jillian R. Specht, FaribaultPhysical Education (Teaching)Advisor: Dr. Sherry Folsom-Meek

Jonathan P. Steele, MankatoClinical PsychologyAdvisor: Dr. Jeffrey Buchanan

Matthew W. Steingraber, MankatoSport ManagementAdvisor: Dr. Garold Rushing

Radhika D. Talim, IndiaPhysical Education (Non-Teaching)Advisor: Dr. Robert Pettitt

Jeffrey B. Thomae, Good ThunderPhysical Education (Non-Teaching)Advisor: Dr. Cindra Kamphoff

Gregory K. Treml, Stevens Point, Wisconsin

Sport ManagementAdvisor: Dr. Yean Sub Lim

Ting Tseng, TaiwanIndustrial/Organizational PsychologyAdvisor: Dr. Andrea LassiterThesis: Development of an Assessment

Center as a Selection Method for I/O Graduate Applicants

Struther L. Van Horn, KasotaSociology: GeneralAdvisor: Dr. Steven Vassar

Jackie Vroman, MankatoPhysical Education (Non-Teaching)Advisor: Dr. Mary Visser

Leigh E. Weber, North MankatoSport ManagementAdvisor: Dr. Suzannah Armentrout

Dara J. Weitala, Brookings, South DakotaSport ManagementAdvisor: Dr. Suzannah Armentrout Brady J. Wilson, FaribaultSport ManagementAdvisor: Dr. Garold Rushing

Luman Yong, ChinaIndustrial/Organizational PsychologyAdvisor: Dr. Daniel Sachau

Jessica N. Zimmerman, Saint PeterHistoryAdvisor: Dr. Melodie Andrews MASTER OF ARTS INTEACHINGLana S. Gertsen, Johnston, Iowa5-12 LicensureAdvisor: Dr. Anne DahlmanThesis: Effect of Trauma on Students

in a GED Program

Jessica A. Grewe, Littleton, ColoradoK-12 LicensureAdvisor: Dr. Patricia Hoffman

Travis L. Paulsen, Chaska5-12 LicensureAdvisor: Dr. Deborah Jesseman

Rebekah M. Proksch, Holland, Michigan

K-12 LicensureAdvisor: Dr. Amy Roisum Foley

Nicholas J. Schmitz, Garden City5-12 LicensureAdvisor: Dr. Daria Dona

Kjerstin R. Tharaldson, Belle PlaineK-12 LicensureAdvisor: Dr. Anne Dahlman

MASTER OF PUBLICADMINISTRATIONKofi E. Abaidoo-Asiedu, GhanaPublic AdministrationAdvisor: Kevin Parsneau

Amy M. Canfield, MinneapolisPublic AdministrationAdvisor: Dr. Jeffrey Bumgarner

Kristine M. Grill, Apple ValleyPublic AdministrationAdvisor: Dr. Jeffrey Granberg-Rademacker

Angie L. Grotberg, WasecaPublic AdministrationAdvisor: Dr. Jeffrey Granberg-Rademacker

John E. Helcl, II, HastingsPublic AdministrationAdvisor: Dr. Jeffrey Bumgarner

Jonathan P. Klockziem, Maple GrovePublic AdministrationAdvisor: Dr. Jeffrey Granberg-Rademacker

Heidi E. Marston, Saint Louis ParkPublic AdministrationAdvisor: Dr. Jeffrey Granberg-Rademacker

Alyssa A. Niedenfuer, MinneapolisPublic AdministrationAdvisor: Kevin Parsneau

John N. Nyamateh, OakdalePublic AdministrationAdvisor: Dr. Jacqueline Vieceli

Kate C. Olson, MankatoPublic AdministrationAdvisor: Dr. Jeffrey Bumgarner

Nicole M. Qualley, MankatoPublic AdministrationAdvisor: Dr. Jeffrey Bumgarner

Gloria L. Rivera Quinones, Minneapolis

Public AdministrationAdvisor: Kevin Parsneau

Megan A. Umberger, MarshallPublic AdministrationAdvisor: Dr. Avra Johnson

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MASTER OF SCIENCEAdesola A. Adetoba, NigeriaHealth Science: Community HealthAdvisor: Dr. M Dawn Larsen

Brittany A. Ahlskog, BurnsvilleCommunication DisordersAdvisor: Dr. Bruce Poburka

Leah J. Anderson, MankatoCounseling and Student PersonnelAdvisor: Dr. Richard Auger

Kelsey K. Andreen, Maple GroveCounseling and Student PersonnelAdvisor: Dr. Richard Auger

Jennifer L. Bade, Sioux Falls, South DakotaCommunication DisordersAdvisor: Dr. Cynthia Busch

Casey E. Baker, JanesvilleCounseling and Student PersonnelAdvisor: Dr. John Seymour

Anne S. Barnwell, MinneapolisRehabilitation CounselingAdvisor: Dr. Andrew Phemister

Amanda L. Bennett, Eden PrairieRehabilitation CounselingAdvisor: Dr. Andrew Phemister

Carly J. Bergerson, EaganCommunication DisordersAdvisor: Dr. Patricia Hargrove

Rachel E. Black, MinneapolisCounseling and Student PersonnelAdvisor: Dr. Richard Auger

Staci L. Born, Saint ClairCounseling and Student PersonnelAdvisor: Dr. Jennifer Pepperell

Robbie R. Burnett, MinneapolisSpecial Education: Emotional

Behavior DisordersAdvisor: Dr. Steven Robinson

Jane C. Bute, AldenLibrary Media EducationAdvisor: Dr. Deborah Jesseman

Diana L. Carrigan, North MankatoCounseling and Student PersonnelAdvisor: Dr. Diane Coursol

Patricia F. Choate, White Bear LakeAnthropologyAdvisor: Dr. Winifred MitchellThesis: A New Heaven and a New

Earth: Liberation Theology and Women’s Activism in Mexico

Alyssa J. Cordes, ByronReadingAdvisor: Dr. Peggy Ballard

Carol M. Corkran, Bucksport, MaineExperiential EducationAdvisor: Dr. Scott Wurdinger

Ann C. Crofton, RochesterNursingAdvisor: Dr. Norma KrumwiedeThesis: Planning within the Family

Chronic Illness Experience

Michelle M. Cuka, Prior LakeEducational Studies: Literacy Advisor: Dr. Maureen Prenn

Linda J. Davison, MinneapolisGerontologyAdvisor: Dr. Leah Rogne

Kimberly R. DeMarce, JanesvilleLibrary Media EducationAdvisor: Dr. Deborah Jesseman

Zachary B. DeVoe, Sarona, Wisconsin

GeographyAdvisor: Dr. Donald Friend

Megan M. Dornquast, OwatonnaRehabilitation CounselingAdvisor: Dr. Andrew Phemister

Megan M. Dornquast, OwatonnaRehabilitation CounselingAdvisor: Emily Stark

Barbara A. Doust, MankatoEthnic and Multi-Cultural StudiesAdvisor: Dr. Kebba Darboe

Emily J. Durr, WatertownCommunication DisordersAdvisor: Dr. Bonnie Lund

Brooke Ebling, Hampton, IowaExperiential EducationAdvisor: Dr. Julie Carlson

Kathryn M. Edwards, Prior LakeCounseling and Student PersonnelAdvisor: Dr. Jennifer Pepperell

Mary M. Elling, Maple PlainLibrary Media EducationAdvisor: Deborah Jesseman

Jamie T. Erickson, MankatoEthnic and Multi-Cultural StudiesAdvisor: Hanh Huy Phan

Amber M. Fiedler-Infante, RochesterNursingAdvisor: Dr. Norma Krumwiede

Christine M. Fietzer, MinneapolisNursingAdvisor: Dr. Patricia YoungThesis: The Relationship of the English

Language Scale and the Academic Status of Nursing Students

Sarah M. Fortney, North MankatoSpecial Education: Emotional

Behavior DisordersAdvisor: Dr. Gwen Berry

Erin T. Fredrick, Gurnee, IllinoisCounseling and Student PersonnelAdvisor: Aaron Jeffrey

Maria Gabriela Garcia Rodriguez, Ecuador

Experiential EducationAdvisor: Dr. Julie Carlson

Daniel G. Germundson, BurnsvilleEducation TechnologyAdvisor: Dr. Deborah Jesseman

Nicole C. Geving, StewartvilleCommunication DisordersAdvisor: Dr. Bruce Poburka

Melody J. Golnitz, OakdaleRehabilitation CounselingAdvisor: Dr. Andrew Phemister

Tina M. Hammer, Saint PaulLibrary Media EducationAdvisor: Dr. Guynel Reid

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Ana E. Hammerschmidt, MankatoEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Julie Carlson

Heather M. Harren, MankatoHistoryAdvisor: Melodie AndrewsThesis: Everything Must Go: A

History of Defunct Minnesota Department Stores

Ryan C. Harren, RiceHistoryAdvisor: Dr. Kathleen Gorman

Lauren A. Hartson, MankatoCounseling and Student PersonnelAdvisor: Dr. Walter Roberts

Robyn A. Helget, Sleepy EyeCounseling and Student PersonnelAdvisor: Aaron Jeffrey Nathan G. Hemiller, OrmsbyEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin

Morgan M. Hewitt, ZimmermanLibrary Media EducationAdvisor: Dr. Kathleen Foord

Brian P. Hopp, NicolletHistoryAdvisor: Dr. Christopher Corley Anne L. Jans, WatervilleEducational Studies: LiteracyAdvisor: Dr. Maureen Prenn

Magdalena R. Jans, MarshallReadingAdvisor: Dr. Maureen Prenn

Renae A. Jelle, LakevilleEducational Studies: Elementary

EducationAdvisor: Dr. Peggy Ballard

Gina M. Johanneck, MankatoGeographyAdvisor: Dr. Cynthia Miller

Joelle K. Johanson, CloquetCommunication DisordersAdvisor: Dr. Cynthia Busch

Danielle K. Johnson, AustinSociology: CorrectionsAdvisor: Dr. Pedro Thomas Travis J. Kern, Eden PrairieSpecial Education: Learning DisabilitiesAdvisor: Dr. Andrew Johnson

Susan M. Kiefer, OwatonnaRehabilitation CounselingAdvisor: Dr. Andrew Phemister

LeAnn C. Kleaver, St PaulRehabilitation CounselingAdvisor: Dr. Andrew Phemister Amanda G. Klein, Moultonboro,

New HampshireExperiential EducationAdvisor: Dr. Julie Carlson

Charles P. Klepperich, BloomingtonEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Julie Carlson Amy M. Kodet, Golden ValleyLibrary Media EducationAdvisor: Dr. Deborah Jesseman

Joseph A. Koncur, ElkoGeographyAdvisor: Dr. Donald FriendThesis: Social Disorganization and

Sex Offenders in Minneapolis, MN: A Socio-Spatial Analysis

Sarah E. Kortuem, ShakopeeCounseling and Student PersonnelAdvisor: Dr. Richard Auger

Lisa J. Kuiper, MankatoSpecial Education: Learning DisabilitiesAdvisor: Dr. Andrew Johnson

Derek J. Kumm, Mesa, ArizonaGeographyAdvisor: Dr. Martin Mitchell

Angela L. Lange, MankatoCommunication DisordersAdvisor: Dr. Patricia Hargrove

Jennifer K. Londgren, MankatoCounseling and Student PersonnelAdvisor: Dr. Jennifer Pepperell

Lindsay M. Loosbrock, LismoreRehabilitation CounselingAdvisor: Dr. Andrew Phemister

Tara K. Luettel, ElysianEd Studies: LiteracyAdvisor: Dr. Peggy Ballard

John R. Lustig, North MankatoEducation TechnologyAdvisor: Dr. Deborah Jesseman

Gina A. Maahs, MankatoEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Julie Carlson

Kristin E. Matson, MankatoCounseling and Student PersonnelAdvisor: Dr. Diane Coursol

Michele Mattern, New PragueRehabilitation CounselingAdvisor: Dr. Andrew Phemister

Candice D. McCray, Slidell, Louisiana

Education TechnologyAdvisor: Dr. Deborah Jesseman

Sarah J. McGuire, New UlmSpecial Education: Emotional

Behavior DisordersAdvisor: Dr. Gwen Berry

Sarah J. McGuire, New UlmSpecial Education: Emotional

Behavior DisordersAdvisor: Dr. Robert Miller

Michael J. Megahan, Le CenterSpecial Education: Learning DisabilitiesAdvisor: Dr. Gwen Berry

William J. Mekeel, MankatoGeographyAdvisor: Dr. Fei YuanThesis: Minnesota River Basin Flood

Mapping and Impact Assessment

Laura M. Meyer, ChaskaRehabilitation CounselingAdvisor: Dr. Andrew Phemister

Cheri J. Miller, Madison LakeRehabilitation CounselingAdvisor: Dr. Andrew Phemister

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Anica L. Myhr, JanesvilleCommunication DisordersAdvisor: Dr. Bonnie Lund

Kelly E. Olson, RochesterCommunication DisordersAdvisor: Dr. Bruce Poburka

Scott A. Ottmar, MankatoExperiential EducationAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin

Bhavika H. Panchal, IndiaPhysical Education (Non-Teaching)Advisor: Dr. Robert Pettitt

Barbara J. Peterson, RosemountSpecial Education: Emotional

Behavior DisordersAdvisor: Dr. Steven Robinson

Jodie M. Peterson, WatertownCommunication DisordersAdvisor: Dr. Patricia Hargrove

Meet K. Pota, IndiaPhysical Education (Non-Teaching)Advisor: Dr. Robert Pettitt

Marina M. Povlitzki, St. PaulSpecial Education: Learning DisabilitiesAdvisor: Dr. Steven Robinson

Jessica K. Rasmussen, Roberts, Wisconsin

Communication DisordersAdvisor: Dr. Bruce Poburka

Brandon J. Raymo, Granite FallsEducation TechnologyAdvisor: Dr. Deborah Jesseman

Jacqueline C. Rightler, WaconiaRehabilitation CounselingAdvisor: Dr. Andrew Phemister

Brooke E. Ringgaard, MankatoCommunication DisordersAdvisor: Dr. Bruce Poburka

Robert C. Roeglin, Eden PrairieSociology: CorrectionsAdvisor: Dr. Kimberly Greer

Hatty K. Rossow, LakefieldCommunication DisordersAdvisor: Dr. Patricia Hargrove

Jesse M. Rushton, Belle PlaineRehabilitation CounselingAdvisor: Dr. Andrew Phemister

Rachael A. Sallander, Apple ValleyGerontologyAdvisor: Donald Ebel

Lisa R. Schaeppi, FarmingtonSpecial Education: Learning DisabilitiesAdvisor: Dr. Steven Robinson

Corinne A. Sendle, WatervilleEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Candace Raskin

Rutvik H. Shah, IndiaPhysical Education (Non-Teaching)Advisor: Dr. Robert Pettitt

Britta E. Sharkey, North MankatoCommunication DisordersAdvisor: Dr. Bonnie Lund

Cory L. Sheldahl, BricelynEducation TechnologyAdvisor: Dr. David Georgina

Rondilienne N. Skordahl, Coon RapidsCounseling and Student PersonnelAdvisor: Dr. John Seymour

Irina N. Soboleva, New UlmSpecial Education: Emotional

Behavior DisordersAdvisor: Dr. Andrew Johnson

Sarah A. Spoor, New UlmCommunication DisordersAdvisor: Dr. Bonnie Lund

Nichole E. Stasney, LonsdaleCommunication DisordersAdvisor: Dr. Bonnie Lund

Douglas A. Storbeck, Blue EarthEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Jasper Hunt

Adam J. TeBrake, ShakopeeRehabilitation CounselingAdvisor: Dr. Andrew Phemister

Katherine H. Thayer, RamseyCommunication DisordersAdvisor: Dr. Bruce Poburka

Melissa M. Van Winkle, MankatoEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Julie Carlson

Audrey A. VanBeck, Sauk CentreReadingAdvisor: Dr. Peggy Ballard

Kaylei A. Vang, Brooklyn ParkEducational LeadershipAdvisor: Dr. Julie Carlson

Rudi J. Vennard, Sioux Falls, South DakotaCommunication DisordersAdvisor: Dr. Bruce Poburka

Colleen E. Volkmann, Saint PaulEducational StudiesAdvisor: Dr. Peggy Ballard

Tyson J. Walker, MankatoTeaching & Learning: Curriculum &

Instruction Advisor: Dr. Kathleen Foord

Karen M. Wolters, MankatoCounseling and Student PersonnelAdvisor: Dr. Jacqueline Lewis

Jennifer A. Worrall, De Smet, South DakotaCommunication DisordersAdvisor: Dr. Patricia Hargrove

Iryna Zierdt, MankatoEducational Studies: Elementary EducationAdvisor: Dr. Maureen Prenn

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Elizabeth J. Braun, MankatoSocial WorkAdvisor: Dr. Michelle Alvarez

Kristina J. Brummund, JanesvilleSocial WorkAdvisor: Dr. Kimberly Zammitt

Michelle M. Dick, MankatoSocial WorkAdvisor: Dr. Michelle Alvarez

Ilhan A. Duale, MankatoSocial WorkAdvisor: Dr. Michelle Alvarez

Bethany D. Fopma, Sioux Falls, South DakotaSocial WorkAdvisor: Dr. Annelies Hagemeister

Jenny A. Goff, MankatoSocial WorkAdvisor: Dr. Michelle Alvarez

Amanda L. Holzapfel, Huron, South DakotaSocial WorkAdvisor: Dr. Annelies Hagemeister

Brenda L. Karch, Brookings, South DakotaSocial WorkAdvisor: Dr. Annelies Hagemeister

Erika M. Kern, MankatoSocial WorkAdvisor: Dr. Kimberly Zammitt

Mary B. Patterson, MankatoSocial WorkAdvisor: Dr. Nancy Fitzsimons

Kelsie K. Peters, Saint PeterSocial WorkAdvisor: Dr. Annelies Hagemeister

Carol J. Ries, Madison LakeSocial WorkAdvisor: Dr. Kimberly Zammitt

Christina R. Rosamond, North MankatoSocial WorkAdvisor: Dr. Nancy Fitzsimons

Tiffany K. Sandbo, Saint JamesSocial WorkAdvisor: Dr. Nancy Fitzsimons

Jean A. Schlichting, MankatoSocial WorkAdvisor: Dr. Nancy Fitzsimons

Heidi J. Simon, WebsterSocial WorkAdvisor: Dr. Nancy Fitzsimons

Joni L. Stadtherr, North MankatoSocial WorkAdvisor: Dr. Nancy Fitzsimons

Kotatee A. Tamba, Cottage GroveSocial WorkAdvisor: Dr. David Beimers

Gary M. Travis, South Saint PaulSocial WorkAdvisor: Dr. David Beimers

Erin A. Trytten, MankatoSocial WorkAdvisor: Dr. David Beimers

Brian R. Warner, Rock Rapids, IowaSocial WorkAdvisor: Dr. David Beimers

Jenny N. Watson, Norwood Young AmericaSocial WorkAdvisor: Dr. David Beimers

Lacy A. Weidert, Lake CrystalSocial WorkAdvisor: Dr. Kimberly Zammitt

Darcy L. Wennes, MankatoSocial WorkAdvisor: Dr. Kimberly Zammitt

Jessica N. Wolf, OwatonnaSocial WorkAdvisor: Dr. David Beimers

Jessie D. Wolf, Le SueurSocial WorkAdvisor: Dr. Kimberly Zammitt

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN NURSINGCallie A. Avis, Saint PaulNursingAdvisor: Dr. Diane WittThesis: Evaluation of the SagePlus

Steps Program to Promote Physical Activity and Decrease Cardiovascular Risk in Low-Income Women

Joan Y. Grotewold, RochesterNursingAdvisor: Dr. Diane Witt

Nichole J. Hassebroek, Beaver CreekNursingAdvisor: Dr. Diane Witt

Jean C. Heise, ClearwaterNursingAdvisor: Dr. Sue BellThesis: Gender Perceptions in

Rheumatic Disease: A Secondary Analysis

Stacy L. Jepsen, JordanNursingAdvisor: Dr. Sue Bell

Rebekah A. Morris, EaganNursingAdvisor: Dr. Hans-Peter De RuiterThesis: Addicted Youth: The

Understanding of Smoking-Related Health Risks in Female College Students

Kathryn S. Nelson, Spencer, IowaNursingAdvisor: Dr. Sue Bell

Rebecca J. White, Clear LakeNursingAdvisor: Dr. Diane Witt

MASTER OF SOCIAL WORKHeather A. Bangu, MankatoSocial WorkAdvisor: Dr. Michelle Alvarez

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College of Allied Health and NursingThe candidates will be presented by Harry Krampf, Interim Dean.

SUMMA CUM LAUDE Kimberly A. Adams, NursingKatie A. Bosma, NursingEmily C. Christianson, Family

Consumer ScienceCarrilee E. Cluever, NursingEmily A. Garcia, NursingLorie J. Gerard, Dental HygieneKendra D. Huettl, NursingKatherine L. Killam, NursingElizabeth A. Koonst, Communication

DisordersJesse G. Nantkes, Physical Education

(Non-Teaching)Andrea J. Niemeier, NursingDavid P. Ongstad, Jr., NursingMichaela M. Quady, NursingDarci L. Rinne, Communication

DisordersKatelyn R. Scharber, NursingTiffany J. Scofield, NursingKimberly M. Spearman, NursingIvy R. Stevens, Family Consumer

ScienceAshley M. Swanson, NursingLindsey S. Vaske, Community HealthLindsey A. Wine, Dental HygieneChristopher J. Yost, Sport

Management

MAGNA CUM LAUDE Sophie J. Bloomquist, Community

HealthNeal R. Boegel, Physical Education

(Teaching)Neal R. Boegel, School Health

EducationAngela L. Boehne, Recreation, Parks

and Leisure ServicesMichelle R. Carstensen, Sport ManagementElizabeth A. Clemens,

Communication DisordersMegan M. Connoy, NursingTiffany L. Drill, Nursing

Brett M. Equals, Physical Education (Non-Teaching)

Jennifer J. Fabian, NursingAlicia A. Fennell, NursingHeather E. Forbes, NursingNicole L. Gau, Community HealthChelsea L. Gauer, Family Consumer

ScienceSusan M. Gerbensky, Community

HealthStephanie J. Graber, Physical

Education (Non-Teaching)Jacqueline R. Hahn, NursingMichelle M. Heger, Physical

Education (Non-Teaching)Christine M. Hollingsworth,

Recreation, Parks and Leisure ServicesRebecca Holm, Communication DisordersJennifer L. Jackson, Family Consumer ScienceStephanie B. Jentz, NursingChelsey L. Johnson, NursingNicole L. Johnson, NursingEmily J. Kaufmann, Recreation, Parks and Leisure ServicesStephanie M. La Due, Alcohol and

Drug StudiesEmily A. Latch, Alcohol and Drug StudiesBrittney M. Leary, NursingJames B. Mangen, NursingMeagan M. McConnell, Family Consumer ScienceAllison K. McMichael,

Communication DisordersMegan R. Meyer, NursingHolly J. Nevills, NursingAmy L. Pederson, Physical Education

(Non-Teaching)JoCee K. Ramsey, Community HealthTyler D. Ruskus, Recreation, Parks and

Leisure ServicesLaura M. Spee, Family Consumer

Science

Brittany K. Stevermer, NursingJennifer L. Streit, NursingSamantha J. Theno, NursingRebecca A. Vogt, NursingAshley N. Wermedal, NursingJanelle M. Willette, NursingAbbey D. Winkels, Family Consumer ScienceAmanda M. Younger, Physical

Education (Non-Teaching)Laura B. Zulkosky, Community Health

CUM LAUDEChelsea C. Carey, Family Consumer

ScienceMichelle M. Carvatt, Community

HealthCaitlin E. Christopherson, NursingHattie E. Degnan, NursingBrian J. Deuth, Physical Education

(Teaching)Brian J. Deuth, School Health EducationKelly R. Donovan, Sport ManagementDavid A. Earls, Jr., Sport ManagementKatie L. Esselman, Sport ManagementGloria C. Franke, Recreation, Parks

and Leisure ServicesKatherine M. Gottwalt, NursingJesse A. Halloran, Sport ManagementKelly L. Hofmeister, Communication

DisordersJessica M. Holtz, NursingBriann R. Jennissen, Communication

DisordersMolly K. Johnson, Recreation, Parks

and Leisure ServicesBetty J. Judd, NursingSarah A. Kleist, Recreation, Parks

and Leisure ServicesAntonia R. Kolas, School Health EducationMegen M. Lube, Dental HygieneAyan S. Maye, NursingChristina M. McCartney, Recreation,

Parks and Leisure ServicesPamela A. Millin, Nursing

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DEPARTMENT OF DENTAL HYGIENEProfessor Lisa Fleck,Chairperson

Ranita A. Bang, BS, OwatonnaMichael J. Comparin, BS, Greenville,

WisconsinMelissa Davis, BS, Wadsworth,

IllinoisBriana R. Frenkel, BS, ChamplinLorie J. Gerard, BS, DakotaMary T. Hallet, BS, New PragueMichelle L. Hansen, BS, West Salem,

WisconsinTara C. Houdek, BS, HastingsAnne E. Jost, BS, Portage, MichiganMegen M. Lube, BS, Eau Claire,

WisconsinElizabeth M. Salic, BS, BemidjiMichelle L. Smith, BS, Lockport, IllinoisLindsey A. Wine, BS, Minneapolis

DEPARTMENT OF FAMILY CONSUMERSCIENCEProfessor Jill Conlon,Chairperson

Mary T. Baldwin, BS, St. PeterChelsea C. Carey, BS, MapletonEmily C. Christianson, BS, Maple

GroveLoni L. Dulas, BS, WellsLyndsay A. Engstrom, BS, Forest LakeBrett M. Fratzke, BS, MankatoChelsea L. Gauer, BS, Vermillion,

South DakotaAlees M. Gleason, BS, Eden PrairieJennifer L. Jackson, BS, New UlmAlisa M. Mangen, BS, Sleepy Eye

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Leah D. Nichols, NursingKristina E. Nistler, Family Consumer

ScienceJenna R. O’Groske, Community

HealthCandice A. Schiefelbein, Community

HealthCherie J. Sickmann, Communication

DisordersShaun R. Skavang, Athletic Training

Adam R. Slander, Physical Education (Teaching)

Adam R. Slander, School Health Education

Elizabeth K. Sprengeler, NursingJessica S. Sutton, NursingAmanda J. Thompson, Physical

Education (Non-Teaching)Amanda J. Tomsche, Community

Health

Kasey C. Tufto, Community HealthKasey C. Tufto, School Health

EducationAlina I. Vogel, NursingDiana K. Wambua, NursingJena M. Watson, NursingJessica L. Yada, Recreation, Parks

and Leisure Services

Meagan M. McConnell, BS, Quinnesec, Michigan

Travis A. Meger, BS, New PragueKristina E. Nistler, BS, South HavenLeah L. Nourie, BS, N. MankatoKelly E. Pierce, BS, MankatoSarah R. Schrupp, BS, HutchinsonKayla R. Schulz, BS, AmboyLaura M. Spee, BS, RochesterIvy R. Stevens, BS, Eden PrairieSara N. Thompson, BS, MankatoAbbey D. Winkels, BS, Altoona, IowaDerartu Yishak, BS, Columbia Heights

DEPARTMENT OFHEALTH SCIENCEProfessor Marlene Tappe, Chairperson

Katerina D. Arzani, BS, MankatoBhar A. Bagutti, BS, RochesterJennifer M. Blesi, BS, AndoverSophie J. Bloomquist, BS, OwatonnaNeal R. Boegel, BS, MahtomediMoinca J. Carter, BS, MankatoMichelle M. Carvatt, BS, Saint JamesBrian J. Deuth, BS, Brooklyn ParkNicole L. Gau, BS, DaytonSusan M. Gerbensky, BS, Apple ValleyCynthia J. Jacobson, BS, New UlmAlicia M. Johnson, BS, AtwaterAntonia R. Kolas, BS, Albert LeaJessica M. Kowalski, BS, Saint PeterArianna M. Kubista, BS, MankatoStephanie M. La Due, BS, WasecaEmily A. Latch, BS, AldenKatie A. Latzke, BS, RobbinsdaleWendy K. Loos, BS, Kronenwetter,

WisconsinAmanda G. Mason, BS, Downing,

WisconsinMonica A. McDonald, BS, Mankato

Jesse R. Morgan, BS, MankatoJenna R. O’Groske, BS, OstranderFatuma A. Omer, BS, RochesterAmy M. Pehrson, BS, MankatoJoCee K. Ramsey, BS, ShakopeeAlyssa A. Reiss, BS, WoodburyLeeanne M. Richards, BS, HibbingKristin M. Rusett, BS, BloomingtonCandice A. Schiefelbein, BS, AmboyAdam R. Slander, BS, New UlmAmanda J. Tomsche, BS, Sauk CentreBruce A. Traxler, BS, Le CenterKasey C. Tufto, BS, MillvilleLindsey S. Vaske, BS, WilmontLaura B. Zulkosky, BS, Delano

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN PERFORMANCEProfessor Gary Rushing, Chairperson

Amber L. Adams, BS, ElyRyohei Amaga, BS, Japan Trenton J. Anderson, BS, WindomBrianna R. Appel, BS, OwatonnaSpencer A. Arvold, BS, PlymouthAjibola O. Asaolu, BS, NigeriaMatthew A. Baer, BS, ElysianOmaar N. Balton, BS, Milwaukee,

WisconsinAndrew C. Berg, BS, WorthingtonTraci A. Bode, BS, Sergeant Bluff,

IowaNeal R. Boegel, BS, MahtomediNathan G. Bunkowske, BS, Lake CityBrittany M. Butler, BS, Roberts,

WisconsinMichelle R. Carstensen, BS, MankatoDerek R. Chapman, BS, BurnsvilleJoshua E. Delander, BS, River Falls,

WisconsinAriya Daivari, BS, Minneapolis

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Brian J. Deuth, BS, Brooklyn ParkKelly R. Donovan, BS, ShorewoodDavid A. Earls, Jr., BS, WaconiaNicholas A. Elwood, BS, Chetek,

WisconsinBrett M. Equals, BS, Ashland,

WisconsinKatie L. Esselman, BS, Wisconsin

Rapids, WisconsinTimothy J. Felten, BS, Rose CreekMichael A. Fletcher, BS, PlymouthStephanie J. Graber, BS, ShakopeeRenee D. Haley, BS, Cameron,

WisconsinJesse A. Halloran, BS, ChatfieldLucas K. Harren, BS, Saint CloudMichelle M. Heger, BS, ChaskaAndrew T. Heironimus, BS, WoodburyCorey A. Hiben, BS, RosemountKristin L. Hinckley, BS, Sioux Falls,

South DakotaEleanor M. Holmen, BS, Albert LeaRomnick W. Howard, BS, Fort Collins,

ColoradoKendall P. Hughson, BS, BurnsvilleAdam J. Hurley, BS, ChatfieldMatthew E. Johnson, BS, LakevillePaul R. Kalmes, BS, AlturaRiley M. Koller, BS, Lake CityTimothy R. Koller, BAT, River Falls,

WisconsinChristina K. Lee, BS, Maple PlainCaitlyn J. Loing, BS, LakevilleChelsey M. Miranowski, BS, Fargo,

North DakotaJesse R. Morgan, BS, MankatoJesse G. Nantkes, BS, FuldaAmy L. Pederson, BS, Sauk RapidsAaron M. Phillips, BS, WasecaAndrew M. Poquette, BS, EaganMatthew R. Reger, BS, Prior LakeBryan J. Schmid, BS, MankatoEric R. Schugel, BS, CourtlandRyan J. Sheffield, BS, Highmore,

South DakotaShaun R. Skavang, BAT, Spearfish,

South DakotaAdam R. Slander, BS, New UlmBenjamin R. Smith, BS, Maple PlainAmanda J. Thompson, BS, MankatoRyan M. Verkman, BS, MankatoJairus M. Volkmann, BS, WasecaStephen J. Walter, BS, CarverCole C. Weis, BS, MankatoChristopher J. Whitfield, BS, SavageAndrew J. Yokiel, BS, MankatoChristopher J. Yost, BS, BricelynAmanda M. Younger, BS, Byron

DEPARTMENT OF RECREATION, PARKS ANDLEISURE SERVICES Professor James Wise,Chairperson

Matthew J. Alexander, BS, RochesterAlyssa C. Benson, BS, GibbonMichael J. Bisenius, BS, Emmetsburg,

IowaBrianna L. Bluhm, BS, North MankatoAngela L. Boehne, BS, HendersonHope J. Borscheid, BS, MankatoAbbey L. Calder, BS, HanoverHope E. Chenevert, BS, North BranchTyler J. Devries, BS, FarmingtonJordan C. Dylla, BS, MankatoGloria C. Franke, BS, GaylordRachael C. Gardner, BS, MonticelloJoshua J. Goebel, BS, HutchinsonJustin J. Goodburn, BS, North MankatoKaylee R. Gronau, BS, MorganChristine M. Hollingsworth, BS,

MankatoMicah K. John, BS, MankatoMolly K. Johnson, BS, MankatoEmily J. Kaufmann, BS, MankatoSarah A. Kleist, BS, MankatoKyle H. Kohls, BS, ChanhassenZachary R. Larson, BS, EaganChristina M. McCartney, BS, Grand RapidsJeffrey M. Olson, BS, ChatfieldCody J. O’Reilly, BS, OronocoRyan C. Parks, BS, Albert LeaJonathan M. Phelps, BS, ByronJeffrey W. Phillips, BS, Red WingChristopher M. Piquette, BS, Weston,

WisconsinTyler B. Richter, BS, PerhamTyler D. Ruskus, BS, Ocean Shores,

WashingtonTimothy E. Ryan, BS, GoodhueMason A. Scharfe, BS, RuthtonJosh C. Simon, BS, New PragueAlex R. Spielman, BS, Huxley, IowaTyler J. Velzke, BS, MorristownKimberly K. Wallgren, BS, Grand

RapidsNicholas R. Weber, BS, North MankatoTyler J. Woitas, BS, MankatoJessica L. Yada, BS, West Fargo,

North Dakota

DEPARTMENT OFSPEECH, HEARING ANDREHABILITATION SERVICESProfessor Bonnie Lund, Chairperson

Elizabeth A. Clemens, BA, Inver Grove Heights

Kelly L. Hofmeister, BS, North Mankato

Rebecca Holm, BS, Elkton, South DakotaJohn D. Jaquette, BS, North MankatoBriann R. Jennissen, BS, DasselElizabeth A. Koonst, BA, Belle PlaineAllison K. McMichael, BS, ChaskaDarci L. Rinne, BS, Saint JamesCherie J. Sickmann, BS, North Mankato

SCHOOL OF NURSINGProfessor Marcia Stevens, Chairperson

Kimberly A. Adams, BS, KasotaHeather M. Baker, BS, MinneapolisRebecca K. Bedore, BS, MankatoKatie A. Bosma, BS, SanbornAhme R. Bowen, BS, Golden ValleyElsa J. Brandhorst, BS, ChaskaMichelle S. Bremer, BS, OwatonnaCarol L. Buhr, BS, RacineCaitlin E. Christopherson, BS, MankatoDeborah J. Cleveland, BS, MarshallCarrilee E. Cluever, BS, BensonMegan M. Connoy, BS, RamseySharilynn J. Crouse, BS, HutchinsonHattie E. Degnan, BS, HibbingJoAnn N. Doyscher, BS, MankatoTiffany L. Drill, BS, HendersonKortney M. Erickson, BS, WestbrookJennifer J. Fabian, BS, Saint AnthonyAlicia A. Fennell, BS, Sauk RapidsHeather E. Forbes, BS, MankatoEmily A. Garcia, BS, West Saint PaulKatherine M. Gottwalt, BS, Saint

CloudAmy R. Gregor, BS, MankatoJennifer R. Hadro, BS, Saint PaulJacqueline R. Hahn, BS, JordanAmy Hensley, BS, RosevilleMegan D. Herbers, BS, RochesterJessica M. Holtz, BS, Eagle LakeKendra D. Huettl, BS, North MankatoStephanie B. Jentz, BS, Saint PeterPaul R. Jerve, BS, MontevideoChelsey L. Johnson, BS, Saint Cloud

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Nicole L. Johnson, BS, ShakopeeBetty J. Judd, BS, WatervilleAshley D. Kent, BS, RochesterKatherine L. Killam, BS, SavageMary E. Koranda, BS, Ames, IowaMary N. Kudoja, BS, Menasha,

WisconsinBrittney M. Leary, BS, RosemountChris A. Magnuson, BS, New HopeJames B. Mangen, BS, Sleepy EyeKaren J. Manor, BS, LakelandKathryn L. Marvin, BS, North BranchAyan S. Maye, BS, BloomingtonShandra K. Meier, BS, FuldaMegan R. Meyer, BS, MankatoPamela A. Millin, BS, NorthfieldHeidi M. Morrisey, BS, LakevilleJane M. Mugambi, BS, KenyaJennifer S. Murphy, BS, Lyle

Holly J. Nevills, BS, MankatoLeah D. Nichols, BS, DuluthAndrea J. Niemeier, BS, Belle PlaineDavid P. Ongstad, Jr., BS, Saint PaulDeborah D. Pongratz, BS, Madison LakeRichard G. Porter, BS, BloomingtonAmanda M. Prestegard, BS,

OwatonnaMichaela M. Quady, BS, BuffaloKatelyn R. Scharber, BS, Apple ValleyKristina M. Schettler, BS, WilmontKristen M. Schlangen, BS, Saint

JosephTiffany J. Scofield, BS, PipestoneJennifer L. Smith, BS, DarwinJessica M. Solberg, BS, Prior LakeKimberly M. Spearman, BS,

Rosemount

Elizabeth K. Sprengeler, BS, FaribaultTerri J. St John, BS, OwatonnaBrittany K. Stevermer, BS, LakefieldJennifer L. Streit, BS, Brooklyn ParkJessica S. Sutton, BS, KassonAshley M. Swanson, BS, MankatoSamantha J. Theno, BS, Cottage GroveMarsha F. Van Auken, BS, Arden HillsMarie F. Verdeja, BS, BurnsvilleAlina I. Vogel, BS, ShakopeeRebecca A. Vogt, BS, ChokioBrittny A. Vollmer, BS, GhentWendy J. Voss, BS, Mountain IronDiana K. Wambua, BS, PlymouthJena M. Watson, BS, St. JamesAshley N. Wermedal, BS, WellsJanelle M. Willette, BS, Blooming Prairie

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College of EducationThe candidates will be presented by Jean Haar, Interim Dean.

SUMMA CUM LAUDEPamela A. Balistreri, Elementary

EducationClaire M. Bergman, Elementary

EducationJocelyn M. Blank, Elementary

EducationTia S. Douglas, Special EducationVictoria L. Dreyer, Elementary

EducationAmy C. Eichten, Elementary EducationSara M. Ellerbusch, Elementary

EducationAlicia M. Fasnacht, AviationKelsie R. Lund, Elementary EducationElise A. Resemius, Elementary

Education

MAGNA CUM LAUDELouise C. Bagshaw, Elementary

EducationSara R. Berg, Elementary EducationDiane L. Bode, Elementary EducationTyler C. Brackey, Elementary

EducationBrittany A. Burley, Special EducationElizabeth G. Carlson, Elementary

EducationBrandyn M. Dietman, Aviation

Miranda R. Eckerson, Elementary Education

Ashley J. Eichhorn, Elementary Education

Aviva D. Grans-Korsh, Elementary Education

Kathryn J. Hopper, Elementary Education

Chelsey C. Knutson, Elementary Education

Bonnie M. Liepold, Early Childhood Education

Bonnie M. Liepold, Elementary Education

Jacob G. Malz, Elementary EducationCassie Maresh, Elementary EducationJenna C. Mascaro, Special EducationKelly L. Morse, Elementary EducationMeghan C. Murray, Elementary

EducationNicole M. Olson, Special EducationMark T. Paddock, Technology

EducationKristine T. Petrasek, Special EducationLaura E. Priebe, Elementary EducationAbby K. Schreader, Elementary

EducationDeborah J. Shortreed, Special

Education

Chelsea A. Volz, Elementary Education

Brenda M. Weilnau, Aviation

CUM LAUDEMelissa A. Bell, Special EducationKaiya N. Bisping, Elementary

EducationHamdi A. Elnuzahi, AviationMaria A. Fowler, Elementary EducationMendy L. Franzini, Special EducationMegan A. Fredericksen, Elementary

EducationJami L. George, Elementary EducationJaymie K. Halvorson, Elementary

EducationRyan D. Johnson, Elementary EducationMichelle M. Kapfhamer, Elementary

EducationJoseph E. Kohner, Elementary

EducationAnne F. Lee, Elementary EducationSteven W. Mann, Elementary

EducationAmber O. Pearl, Elementary EducationMichael V. Reynolds, Elementary

EducationTyler A. Rogers, AviationKenneth G. Stromgren, Special

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DEPARTMENT OF AVIATIONLTC Joel Stephenson, Chairperson

Kimberly S. Baseman, BS, Elk Mound, Wisconsin

Brandyn M. Dietman, BS, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin

Hamdi A. Elnuzahi, BS, MankatoAlicia M. Fasnacht, BS, Madison LakeRandy M. Hecht, BS, Rice Lake,

WisconsinAaron J. Lofald, BS, Onalaska,

WisconsinMark T. Paddock, BS, Saint CloudScott M. Perry, BS, LakevilleTyler A. Rogers, BS, StillwaterTyler A. Schwietz, BS, White Bear

LakeMithila H. Warnapura, BS, Sri LankaBrenda M. Weilnau, BS, Viroqua,

Wisconsin

DEPARTMENT OFCOUNSELING ANDSTUDENT PERSONNELProfessor Jackie Lewis,Chairperson

DEPARTMENT OFEDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIPProfessor Julie Carlson,Chairperson

DEPARTMENT OFELEMENTARY AND EARLY CHILDHOODEDUCATIONProfessor Ginger Zierdt,Chairperson

Natalie L. Anderson, BS, New PragueLouise C. Bagshaw, BS, WinonaPamela A. Balistreri, BS, BurnsvilleSara R. Berg, BS, New UlmClaire M. Bergman, BS, Fond du Lac,

WisconsinNicholas I. Berthiaume, BS, Austin

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Kaiya N. Bisping, BS, New PragueJocelyn M. Blank, BS, WinonaDiane L. Bode, BS, Madison LakeTyler C. Brackey, BS, Lake Mills, IowaElizabeth G. Carlson, BS, CarverVictoria L. Dreyer, BS, MankatoMiranda R. Eckerson, BS, RochesterElizabeth J. Ehlers, BS, MankatoAshley J. Eichhorn, BS, BlaineAmy C. Eichten, BS, MantorvilleSara M. Ellerbusch, BS, FaribaultMaria A. Fowler, BS, Elk Point, South DakotaMegan A. Fredericksen, BS, MantorvilleJami L. George, BS, BlaineAviva D. Grans-Korsh, BS, MinneapolisKelly J. Grant, BS, Coon RapidsJaymie K. Halvorson, BS, Red WingElizabeth S. Herr, BS, Saint PeterKathryn J. Hopper, BS, Fond du Lac,

WisconsinRachel M. Houg, BS, MankatoRyan D. Johnson, BS, ShakopeeAmanda L. Jones, BS, Brooklyn ParkMichelle M. Kapfhamer, BS,

MankatoChelsey C. Knutson, BS, Heron LakeJoseph E. Kohner, BS, WinonaKelsey J. LaPlante, BS, WaconiaCharles D. Lechtenberg, BS, FaribaultAnne F. Lee, BS, ChanhassenRyan A. Libby, BS, Columbia HeightsBonnie M. Liepold, BS, Grand Forks,

North DakotaKelsie R. Lund, BS, StordenChelsey L. Maas, BS, FaribaultRyan J. Madsen, BS, Lake CrystalJacob G. Malz, BS, New PragueSteven W. Mann, BS, EaganCassie Maresh, BS, Silver LakeKristen J. Mathias, BS, Heron LakeTaylor C. Meaney, BS, Albert LeaKelly L. Morse, BS, EdinaMeghan C. Murray, BS, Coon RapidsAmy M. Neisen, BS, Belle PlaineKelly M. Nilson, BS, Lake CrystalAlexander C. Noble, BS, Eden PrairieAmber O. Pearl, BS, MankatoLaura E. Priebe, BS, Klemme, IowaElise A. Resemius, BS, Mankato

Michael V. Reynolds, BS, RichfieldKelly J. Royce, BS, Albert LeaAbby K. Schreader, BS, JanesvilleBrittany L. Sether-Hassing, BS, JacksonErin T. Simon, BS, LakevilleCarrie C. Stavenger, BS, MoorheadTheodore N. Surdy, BS, Good ThunderKari N. Troska, BS, MankatoChelsea A. Volz, BS, Minnesota LakeCortnee Wilcox, BS, TrumanChao Yang, BS, Saint PaulKevin E. Zimmermann, BS, Waconia

DEPARTMENT OFEDUCATIONAL STUDIES:K-12 AND SECONDARYPROGRAMSProfessor Anne Dahlman,Chairperson

DEPARTMENT OFMILITARY SCIENCE ANDLEADERSHIPLTC Joel Stephenson,Chairperson

DEPARTMENT OFSPECIAL EDUCATIONProfessor Terri Wallace,Chairperson

Melissa A. Bell, BS, Forest LakeBrittany A. Burley, BS, MinneapolisTia S. Douglas, BS, EaganMendy L. Franzini, BS, LakevilleAngela M. Hatcher, BS, Coon RapidsBrittany C. Kretzman, BS, EdinaJenna C. Mascaro, BS, South Saint PaulNicole M. Olson, BS, ShakopeeKristine T. Petrasek, BS, West Saint PaulDeborah J. Shortreed, BS, ShorewoodJennifer A. Simons, BS, BloomingtonKenneth G. Stromgren, BS,

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College of Social and Behavioral SciencesThe candidates will be presented by Kimberly Greer, Dean.

SUMMA CUM LAUDECole A. Bangerter, Law EnforcementKarissa E. Borchert, PsychologyStacy J. Jacobson, CorrectionsHannah Jo, PsychologyJacob E. Kaplan, Law EnforcementMichael P. Leubner, Law EnforcementMaria K. Lund, PsychologyEmily B. McCargar, PsychologyEllen M. Morrow, Social WorkPhilipp Nagel, Urban and Regional StudiesMatthew T. Oltrogge, Geography:

ProfessionalNeal J. Pastick, GeographyMitchell R. Reyerson, EconomicsMegan M. Scherping, Psychology

MAGNA CUM LAUDEAaron J. Bakker, PsychologyTravis E. Bergland, Political ScienceTravis E. Bergland, PsychologyTristann J. Carter, Social WorkJessica A. Day, PsychologyDerek J. Eiden, Urban and Regional StudiesMaggie S. Freeman, Gender &

Women’s StudiesMaggie S. Freeman, SociologyTyler S. Frisk, CorrectionsAlex J. Herzog, EconomicsBryan R. Hughes, Law EnforcementSarah A. Johnson, PsychologyBrock R. Kanstrup, Geography:

ProfessionalSabrina J. Kosek, CorrectionsSabrina J. Kosek, Sociology

Sara M. Kruper, International Relations

Elyse V. Kuchinski, Social WorkJustin R. Langseth, HistoryTyler C. Linde, Law EnforcementHans M. Link, Law EnforcementKelsey M. Murray, CorrectionsKristin L. Patterson, Social WorkMegan L. Petersen, CorrectionsMegan L. Petersen, PsychologyAlisha C. Phelps, Social WorkAlisha C. Portner, CorrectionsLiliana Quiroz Rios, Social WorkStephanie K. Rodenbeck, Social Studies & EducationScott J. Ruhlmann, Law EnforcementJesse M. Spencer, Social WorkKathleen L. Thomason, Social WorkBriana J. Threatt, CorrectionsSean R. Tumilson, International

RelationsJamie K. Whipkey, EconomicsThomas F. Williams, Social Studies

and EducationCrystal J. Wimpfheimer, PsychologyCrystal J. Wimpfheimer, Social Work

CUM LAUDEAbdihakin S. Abdi, International

RelationsAbdihakin S. Abdi, Political ScienceAnnie M. Austad, CorrectionsNatasha J. Bauer, Social WorkRyan M. Bleess, Earth ScienceCourtney L. Boettcher, SociologyDaniel R. Bonnell, Urban and

Regional Studies

Phoebe M. Boulester, Social WorkSteven L. Burgstahler, AnthropologySteven L. Burgstahler, GeographyDustin M. Crawford, HistoryMelissa-Sang K. Do, International

RelationsColleen E. Erickson, SociologyColleen E. Erickson, AnthropologyJennifer L. Filzen, HistoryTheodore D. Gibbons, HistoryJacquelyn S. Hammes, PsychologyMariah G. Jacox, CorrectionsTrisha M. Karsten, PsychologyCory W. Krause, Law EnforcementDaniel J. Kromer, Social Studies and

EducationSamuel A. Lance, Social Studies and

EducationRory B. Mannino, Law EnforcementRory B. Mannino, Political ScienceC’Reisha D. Martin, CorrectionsMathew W. McNiel, Law EnforcementLauren L. Mendez McConkey,

International RelationsMegan E. Moreau, CorrectionsJulianne Morgan, Social WorkMichelle L. Nelson, Social WorkCybill E. Okitikpi, Gender &

Women’s StudiesAngela R. Olson, PsychologyCassandra L. Row, Political ScienceTressa N. Sellner, HistoryTyler J. Watson, PsychologyJacob O. Westman, EconomicsRyan J. Williams, Earth ScienceJordan A. Winberg, Law EnforcementJoseph D. Wirt, Law Enforcement

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AMERICAN INDIAN STUDIES PROGRAMProfessor Rhonda Dass, Director

DEPARTMENT OF ANTHROPOLOGYProfessor Susan Schalge, Chairperson

Steven L. Burgstahler, BS, Saint PaulColleen E. Erickson, BA, ZimmermanKelly R. Harvey, BS, MankatoRichard T. Johnson, BS, BloomingtonDaneesha R. Mitchell, BS, Sioux Falls,

South DakotaMohamed R. Seck, BA, New York,

New YorkNichole L. Vee, BS, Mankato

DEPARTMENT OFECONOMICSProfessor Robert Simonson, Chairperson

David M. Brown, BS, Lincoln, Nebraska

Caitlin J. Haase, BS, Eden PrairieJordan J. Hassing, BS, Blue EarthDaniel M. Heer, BA, SavageMichael W. Heimkes, BS, JordanAmanda C. Helget, BS, New UlmSean T. Herron, BS, BloomingtonAlex J. Herzog, BS, New UlmHanako M. Jeong, BA, BurnsvilleBrian R. Kilburg, BS, Mendota

HeightsMitchell R. Reyerson, BS, Twin LakesAaron M. Schroeder, BS, BlaineJacob O. Westman, BA, MankatoJamie K. Whipkey, BS, Flandreau,

South DakotaEric R. Willette, BS, North Mankato

DEPARTMENT OF ETHNIC STUDIESProfessor Kebba Darboe,Chairperson

Michelle L. Field, BS, ClarkfieldNyanjok M. Lam, BS, RochesterJessica M. Layeux, BS, Saint Louis ParkFaiza A. Moalim, BS, MankatoLero O. Odola, BS, MankatoCarole Vang, BS, Zimmerman

DEPARTMENT OF GENDER& WOMEN’S STUDIES Professor Maria Bevacqua, Chairperson

Katherine L. Day, BS, MinneapolisMaggie S. Freeman, BS, Fergus FallsCybill E. Okitikpi, BS, MankatoAngela R. Proehl, BS, Mankato

DEPARTMENT OFGEOGRAPHY Professor Donald Friend, Chairperson

Kooper A. Andringa, BS, EuclidKimberly S. Baseman, BS, Elk Mound, WisconsinRyan M. Bleess, BS, DelavanKevin M. Boike, BS, WillmarSteven L. Burgstahler, BS, Saint PaulKatherine R. Dettmann, BS, WoodburyRobert W. Goettl, BS, MankatoLaura J. Groth, BS, New RichlandChristopher L. Hier, BS, BurnsvilleChad A. Johnson, BS, ChanhassenBrock R. Kanstrup, BS, MadisonJohn R. Kneip, BS, New PragueTravis C. Krinkie, BS, Blue EarthBradley P. Kruse, BS, JanesvilleRyan D. Lindahl, BS, Eden PrairieJames W. McKay, BS, Saint CharlesAbdullahi A. Nur, BS, MinneapolisMatthew T. Oltrogge, BS, MayerNeal J. Pastick, BS, Vadnais HeightsJustin L. Peterson, BS, EaganJenilee L. Schwantes, BS, Good ThunderTyler A. Schwietz, BS, White Bear LakeRyan J. Williams, BS, WasecaJoseph D. Wynn, BS, Mankato

DEPARTMENT OF GOVERNMENT (POLITICAL SCIENCE / LAW ENFORCEMENT)Professor Jeffrey Bumgarner, Chairperson

Abdihakin S. Abdi, BA, MinneapolisAbdihakin S. Abdi, BS, MinneapolisAnthony O. Agbara, BS, MankatoCole A. Bangerter, BS, RosemountKayla M. Bauer, BS, JordanJosiah J. Bellows, BA, LakevilleRyan P. Benson, BS, Little Falls

Travis E. Bergland, BS, Albert LeaSamuel C. Beuch, BS, Prior LakeKevin S. Bondy, BS, FarmingtonJessica N. Born, BS, JanesvilleMichael J. Brekken, BS, RichfieldAndrew C. Brudvig, BS, Lake Mills,

IowaDerek A. Daniels, BS, BalatonTyler J. Devries, BS, FarmingtonMelissa-Sang K. Do, BA, MankatoDaniel P. Ferguson, BS, Ham LakeRyan J. Fritzke, BS, MankatoAlyssa K. Gabrielson, BS, RochesterAbby L. Hager, BA, Eau Claire,

WisconsinCharles J. Hauser, BS, MankatoDaniel F. Hovarter, BS, BloomingtonBryan R. Hughes, BS, AndoverJessica L. Jacobs, BS, SavageHussein Y. Jama, BS, MankatoJacob E. Kaplan, BS, MedfordCory W. Krause, BS, Hager City,

WisconsinSara M. Kruper, BA, WoodburyMichael P. Leubner, BS, Apple ValleyTyler C. Linde, BS, MankatoHans M. Link, BS, Saint Louis ParkRory B. Mannino, BS, MankatoAlex J. Mayfield, BS, AustinMathew W. McNiel, BS, ChanhassenLauren L. Mendez McConkey, BA,

MankatoAlyssa K. Mlaker, BS, Columbia

HeightsOlatoye A. Ogundepo, BS,

WoodburyAdam W. Olson, BS, Golden ValleyJoseph D. Olstrom, BS, North MankatoFlorkime Y. Paye, BA, MinnetonkaBailey M. Peetz, BS, IsantiClinton G. Roberts, BS, Maple GroveCassandra L. Row, BS, VictoriaScott J. Ruhlmann, BS, Mendota

HeightsBrittany S. Sauer, BS, Hubertus,

WisconsinJacob W. Schmidt, BS, MankatoDaniel J. Schmit, BS, Red WingHolly A. Schwichtenberg, BA, Saint PeterMohamed R. Seck, BA, New York,

New YorkMatthew L. Sieg, BS, TrumanJoel A. Silva, BS, WillmarLucas T. Skelly, BS, LeSueurKeith D. Terlinden, BS, Elk River

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Sean R. Tumilson, BA, Apple ValleyJustin D. Turbes, BS, LakevilleLindsay J. Ulmer, BS, Tabor, South DakotaAndrew J. Van Osdale, BS, MankatoKeli C. Vaziri, BS, MankatoAnthony R. Welch, BS, Saint Louis ParkKibby S. Werner, BS, Cape Coral,

FloridaKelsey A. White, BA, North MankatoJordan A. Winberg, BS, Red WingJoseph D. Wirt, BS, MankatoRyan M. Yauch, BS, Cottage GroveCullen L. Zahorski, BS, Hudson,

Wisconsin

DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY Professor Matt Loayza,Chairperson

Laura M. Buswell, BS, Prior LakeRyan T. Cates, BS, MankatoDustin M. Crawford, BS, Chula Vista,

CaliforniaJennifer L. Filzen, BA, New UlmTheodore D. Gibbons, BS, RobbinsdaleJoseph G. Glomski, BS, EaganJustin R. Langseth, BS, WorthingtonChristopher L. Newman, BS, BackusTressa N. Sellner, BA, LeSueurTheodore N. Surdy, BS, Good ThunderPaul M. Thelen, BS, Sioux Falls,

South Dakota

DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY Professor Rosemary Krawczyk,Interim Chairperson

Olamide A. Akintan, BS, South Saint PaulSahra A. Ali, BS, MankatoZeara J. Alvarez, BA, MankatoAlina N. Axelrod, BS, OakdaleAaron J. Bakker, BS, DexterTravis E. Bergland, BS, Albert LeaBritten P. Block, BS, StewartvilleKarissa E. Borchert, BS, TylerSummer T. Brooks, BS, MankatoHeidi L. Clausnitzer, BS, MinneapolisChantalle W. Cooreman, BS, TracyJessica A. Day, BS, North MankatoNatalie A. Fiscus, BS, Mendota HeightsJacquelyn S. Hammes, BS, Le Sueur

Cassie R. Hendrickson, BS, New RichlandAlisha R. Hill, BS, AnnandaleHannah Jo, BS, Republic of KoreaSarah A. Johnson, BS, Redwood FallsSophie L. Kaeter, BS, MankatoTrisha M. Karsten, BS, North MankatoJames S. Kassel, BS, Forest LakeKelly J. Kemen, BS, VictoriaEric M. Kuehn, BS, New UlmSarah J. Lewer, BS, JanesvilleMaria K. Lund, BS, WindomKimberly R. Mathwig, BS, Belle PlaineEmily B. McCargar, BS, MankatoCamille McNabb, BS, MinnetonkaAdrienne T. Meier, BS, FuldaRyan A. Meyer, BS, Eagle LakeChristopher L. Newman, BS, BackusAngela R. Olson, BS, FrostSamantha J. Palm, BA, MoorheadStephanie M. Peiffer, BS, WindomMegan L. Petersen, BS, Cresbard,

South DakotaDanielle M. Powell, BS, PipestoneMegan M. Scherping, BS, WinstedAndrew B. Scott, BS, WayzataJessica M. Seipp, BS, Maple PlainAngela L. Tonjum, BS, FaribaultAshley M. Walker, BS, Maple GroveTyler J. Watson, BS, MaplewoodBradley P. Weber, BS, Oregon,

WisconsinGarrett F. Wellman, BS, HamptonCrystal J. Wimpfheimer, BS, Blaine

SOCIAL STUDIES PROGRAMProfessor Clark Johnson, Coordinator

Samuel T. Ebenreiter, BS, ChanhassenMatthew T. Kleinschrodt, BS, Albert LeaMadeline E. Kroger, BS, Canton,

South DakotaDaniel J. Kromer, BS, Hudson,

WisconsinSamuel A. Lance, BS, MankatoJustin R. Langseth, BS, WorthingtonNicholas A. Machacek, BS, Prior LakeStephanie K. Rodenbeck, BS,

RosemountSean P. Tompkins, BS, RosemountMarni K. Veldman, BS, North MankatoThomas F. Williams, BS, Savage

DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL WORK Professor Annelies Hagemeister,Chairperson

Natasha J. Bauer, BSSW, FaribaultPhoebe M. Boulester, BSSW, Eagle LakeAnneMarie C. Burgess, BSSW,

JanesvilleTristann J. Carter, BSSW, Elk RiverBrittney Cook, BSSW, Edgerton,

WisconsinSarah L. Edwards, BSSW, WatervilleCynthia A. Hager, BSSW, Fargo,

North DakotaAshley M. Kisor, BSSW, Saint PeterElyse V. Kuchinski, BSSW, Prior LakeChristina L. Luckey, BSSW, WellsMichelle D. McKinley, BSSW,

RollingstoneJulianne Morgan, BSSW, Saint PeterEllen M. Morrow, BSSW, MankatoMichelle L. Nelson, BSSW, MankatoKristin L. Patterson, BSSW, New UlmJessica L. Petersen, BSSW, MankatoAlisha C. Phelps, BSSW, OwatonnaLiliana Quiroz Rios, BSSW, North MankatoGretchen E. Rialson, BSSW, North MankatoSarah A. Roos, BSSW, MankatoAmanda M. Schultz, BSSW,

RochesterJesse M. Spencer, BSSW, MankatoWhitney M. Strauss, BSSW, WasecaDawn L. Sulland, BSSW, Brooklyn ParkKathleen L. Thomason, BSSW, Belle PlaineAmanda J. Walkingstick, BSSW,

OwatonnaCrystal J. Wimpfheimer, BSSW,

BlaineEmily A. Zimmerli, BSSW, Wabasso

DEPARTMENT OF SOCIOLOGY AND CORRECTIONS Professor Barbara Carson,Chairperson

Anthony O. Agbara, BS, MankatoAnnie M. Austad, BS, MankatoLaura A. Bebeau, BS, SavageCourtney L. Boettcher, BS, Big Lake

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Erin K. Bruesehoff, BS, Cologne Colin S. Caple, BS, LakevilleNathan J. Dingler, BS, BurnsvilleIqbal A. Duale, BS, MankatoJoshua R. Dulas, BS, WellsKatherine L. England, BA, EaganColleen E. Erickson, BA, ZimmermanChristina R. Fleck, BS, MankatoMaggie S. Freeman, BS, Fergus FallsTyler S. Frisk, BS, New HopeDerek P. Guerrero, BS, ClevelandSarah L. Hoeft, BS, MadeliaCorey C. Hoffman, BS, MankatoKirsten T. Isaksson, BS, MankatoStacy J. Jacobson, BS, OwatonnaMariah G. Jacox, BS, MinneapolisAndrew B. Johnson, BS, MankatoSabrina J. Kosek, BS, BrowntonKari A. Kramer, BS, MapletonC’Reisha D. Martin, BS, MinneapolisMegan E. Moreau, BS, Faribault

Kelsey M. Murray, BS, Lake CrystalBarry A. Noble, BS, MankatoMegan L. Petersen, BS, Cresbard,

South DakotaAlisha C. Portner, BS, New UlmHolly M. Purcell, BS, MankatoKyle E. Rehbein, BS, OronoTiffany G. Ruiz, BS, Inver Grove HeightsMichelle L. Schmoll, BS, Spring ValleyMatthew R. Schultz, BS, JordanMolli M. Simon, BS, BrainerdJerrod B. Stadheim, BS, Albert LeaSamrawit H. Tesfay, BS, EthiopiaBriana J. Threatt, BS, MankatoDaniel T. Walker, BS, Madison LakeDusti R. Werner, BS, PipestoneKaleena M. Wiens, BS, Apple ValleyEpiphany J. Williams, BS,

Milwaukee, WisconsinMichael E. Windsperger, BS, Delano

DEPARTMENT OF URBANAND REGIONAL STUDIES Professor Miriam Porter,Chairperson

Danielle C. Alinea, BS, Mosinee, Wisconsin

Daniel R. Bonnell, BS, Apple ValleyAaron J. Clay, BS, TrumanLindy M. Crawford, BS, AustinDerek J. Eiden, BS, Saint BonifaciusSteve R. Grossman, BS, LakevilleFrank T. Kocina, BS, SavagePhilipp Nagel, BS, GermanyBrieAnna J. Simon, BS, Rhinelander,

WisconsinAnthony R. Welch, BS, Saint Louis

ParkJoshua D. Wiggins, BS, Corbin,

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University-Wide Honors and DistinctionsBaccalaureate students who have achieved high cumulative grade point averages, (and choose to purchase) wear gold medallions with colored satin ribbons. Gold ribbons signify summa cum laude (3.8 to 4.0 grade point average), purple ribbons signify magna cum laude (3.5 to 3.79 grade point average), and purple and gold ribbons signify cum laude (3.3 to 3.49 grade point average). All students with honors (based on last semester) are listed in the program.

Members of Phi Kappa Phi wear white satin ribbons decorated with an ancient Greek pattern to symbolize the classical roots of the society. Phi Kappa Phi honors outstanding academic achievement among undergraduates, graduate students, and faculty members.

University Scholars, who are graduates of the University’s Honors Program, wear gold stoles. The mission of the Honors Program is to provide top students with opportunities to pursue alternatives to general education, to meet at least weekly in small groups, and includes seminars, interdisciplinary seminars, service-learning, practicum, and a Senior Capstone Project.

Members of the Golden Key International Honor Society wear solid blue and gold honor cords or gold honor stole. Membership in Golden Key is conferred upon students who exhibit exceptional scholarship and leadership potential.

International Scholars wear a purple and gold sash with a global emblem. These graduates have gained unique global perspectives either by studying abroad or joining our university from other nations.

In recognition of their scholarly achievement, each student who presents at the Undergraduate Research Conference (URC) is awarded a medal. A solid green ribbon is in recognition of participation at the URC while a green and gold ribbon highlights recipients of the Foundation Awards.

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Karissa E. BorchertPresidential EndowmentBS, Psychology

Avery E. CroppAlumni Collegiate Plate Presidential ScholarBA, Mass Media / Spanish

Taylor G. HallmanPresidential EndowmentBS, Accounting

Stacy J. JacobsonDavid and Debbie Andreas Presidential ScholarBS, Corrections

Elise A. ResemiusDale and Wilma Johnson Presidential ScholarBS, Elementary Education / Spanish Education

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Presidential Scholars Each year, Minnesota State University, Mankato seeks incoming first-year and transfer students who demonstrate top academic performance; strong leadership skills; and a commitment to community involvement. Funding for Presidential Scholarships comes from businesses, estates, and individuals throughout Minnesota and the nation. Minnesota State Mankato honors graduates of the Presidential Scholarship program.

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Program Honors and DistinctionsNote: Academic program honors and distinctions are listed in this program. You may see graduates wearing various colored cords or sashes not listed here. These cords or sashes may indicate participation in or affinity to a particular non-academic campus group or organization.

Alpha Lambda Delta is an honor society for first year students earning a 3.5 or higher grade point average in their first year. Alpha Lambda Delta’s mission is to encourage superior academic achievement, to promote intelligent living and a continued high standard of learning, and to assist students in recognizing and developing meaningful goals for their unique roles in society. ALD members wear red and gold honor cords.

Alpha Mu Gamma is a national collegiate honor society for students studying world languages. Minnesota State Mankato’s Beta Zeta chapter was chartered in 1961. The purpose of the Society is to recognize achievement in the field of world-language study; to stimulate a desire for linguistic attainment; to encourage a continuing interest in the study of world languages, cultures and civilizations; and to foster sympathetic understanding of other peoples and international friendship.

Members of the Alpha Delta chapter of Alpha Phi Sigma, the National Criminal Justice Honor Society, wear gold and blue honor cords. Membership in Alpha Phi Sigma is conferred upon Law Enforcement or Corrections majors who exhibit exceptional scholarship and leadership potential.

Members of the Pi Psi chapter of Beta Beta Beta Biological Honor Society, wear green and red honor cords and/ or gold medallions. Since its founding in 1922, more than 430 Tribeta chapters have been established in the United States. Membership in Tribeta is conferred to faculty and students dedicated to strong scholastic achievement, the understanding of biological study and extending the boundaries of human knowledge.

Beta Gamma Sigma is the international honor society recognizing the outstanding academic achievements of students enrolled in collegiate business and management programs accredited by AACSB International-The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. Membership in the Society is the highest recognition a business student anywhere in the world can receive and is denoted by the wearing of blue and gold honor cords.

Gamma Sigma Alpha National Academic Greek Honor Society Is committed to the leadership, academic achievement and excellence of Greek members everywhere. We seek to promote success in all academic achievements among the Greek community at Minnesota State. Gamma Sigma Alpha members wear red and gold honor cords.

Members of Delta Sigma Pi, an international co-educational business fraternity, wear entwined purple and gold honor cords. Membership in Delta Sigma Pi is conferred upon College of Business students who exhibit scholarship excellence and superior leadership potential.

Members of Gamma Theta Upsilon, the International Geographical Honor Society, wear honor cords (one each of blue, gold, and brown) representing the three domains of geography: brown for the Earth, light blue for the Sea, and gold for the sunlight in the Sky. Gamma Theta Upsilon activities support geography knowledge and awareness.

Members of Lambda Alpha, the National Collegiate Honor Society for Anthropology, wear a white satin stole with gold lettering. The purpose of this society is to encourage and stimulate scholarship and research in Anthropology by recognizing and honoring superior achievement in the discipline among students, faculty and other persons engaged in the study of Anthropology.

Lambda Pi Eta honor graduates wear scarlet and white honor cords as symbols of their commitment to scholarship and their demonstrated leadership in communication studies. Lambda Pi Eta is the official communication studies honor society of the National Communication Association (NCA). Founded in 1985, Lambda Pi Eta stands for Logos (logic and reasoning), Pathos (emotion) and Ethos (personal ethics and character).

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Members of the Maverick Chapter of the National Residence Hall Honorary wear royal blue and white honor cords. These graduates have made outstanding contributions to the residence halls at Minnesota State during their college careers.

Order of Omega is a Leadership Honor Society that recognizes students that have attained a high standard of leadership in inter-Greek activities. They strive to bring together the most representative fraternity and sorority members, and to create an organization which will help mold the sentiment of the institution on questions of local and intercollegiate affairs. Order of Omega members wear ivory and gold honor cords.

Phi Alpha, the National Social Work Honor Society, provides an opportunity for closer bonds among students of social work and promotes humanitarian goals and ideals. Phi Alpha fosters high academic standards of education for social workers and invites into membership those who have attained excellence in scholarship and achievement in social work. Members of Phi Alpha wear gold honor chords.

Members of the Epsilon Lambda chapter of Phi Sigma Pi, the National co-educational Honor Fraternity, wear purple and yellow stoles. This honor fraternity is for students earning a 3.0 or higher grade point average after the completion of 12 credits. Membership is Phi Sigma Pi is conferred upon several academic majors with the mission to uphold the three values of scholarship, leadership and fellowship.

Members of Phi Upsilon Omicron, an Honor Society in Family Consumer Science, wear purple, yellow, and white honor cords. Membership in Phi Upsilon Omicron is conferred upon Family Consumer Science majors who exhibit superior scholarship and leadership potential.

Members of Pi Delta Phi, the National French Honor Society, wear red, white and blue honor cords. This honor society recognizes outstanding scholarship in the French language and its literature, increases the knowledge and appreciation of Americans for the cultural contributions of the French-speaking world, and stimulates and encourages French and francophone cultural activities.

Members of the Upsilon Alpha chapter of Pi Sigma Alpha, the national political science honorary society, wear brass-finish medallions on broad red ribbons; red, black and white honor cords; or both. The purpose of Pi Sigma Alpha is to encourage excellence in the study of political science, international relations and public administration; to promote social and educational opportunities, as well as scholarly activity for students in these fields.

Members of Psi Chi, the National Honor Society in Psychology, wear double cords with tassels of blue and gold along with blue, white, and gold medallions. Psi Chi membership signifies high standards of personal behavior, superior grade point average, and high class rank. The purpose of Psi Chi is to encourage, stimulate, and maintain excellence in scholarship of its members in all fields, particularly in psychology, and to advance the science of psychology.

Sigma Nu is an undergraduate college fraternity with a mission to develop ethical leaders inspired by the principles of Love, Honor and Truth, to foster the personal growth of each man’s mind, heart and character, and to perpetuate lifelong friendships and commitment to the Fraternity. Members of Sigma Nu wear gold, black and white cords.

Members of the School of Nursing’s Honor Society Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International (STTI), Mu Lambda, wear orchid and white honor cords. The mission of STTI is to improve the health of people worldwide through the development of nursing knowledge and nurse leaders. Criteria include high grade point average and class rank, academic integrity, and professional leadership potential.

Members of the Chi Iota chapter of Sigma Tau Delta, the International English Honor Society, wear cardinal and black honor cords. Sigma Tau Delta has conferred distinction upon outstanding students of the English language and literature in undergraduate, graduate, and professional studies since 1924.

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Symbolism and TraditionProcessionA traditional academic procession introduces the commencement exercises at Minnesota State University, Mankato. The wearing of distinctive apparel as an indication of scholarship and academic rank dates back to the 1300s and was adopted in the United States circa 1900.

GownThe Minnesota State University, Mankato President’s Academic Gown has been specially constructed of heirloom-quality materials for use during formal academic occasions. The bachelor’s gown is relatively simple, falling in straight lines from an elaborate yoke. The master’s gown is distinguished by its longer sleeves. The doctor’s gown is elaborately decorated with velvet panels down the front and three bars of matching velvet on the bell-shaped sleeves.

Mortarboard and TasselThe square “Oxford cap” or mortarboard of serge or broadcloth is worn for most degrees, although a soft tam is also permitted. The tassel that hangs to the side is switched from the right to the left at the moment the degree is awarded. The color of the tassel indicates the college or area from which a student will receive his or her degree.

HoodThe hood is to be worn by graduates of the College of Graduate Studies and Research. The color of the hood worn by Master’s and Doctoral graduates indicates the degree. The velvet edging on the hoods indicate the specialty of study.

MaceThe Minnesota State University, Mankato mace has been made entirely from Minnesota materials in recognition of the value and beauty of the state’s natural resources and people. A university mace symbolizes both the university’s power to overcome ignorance and prejudice by seeking truth, and the power of the university’s president to protect the university and its community from forces opposed to those goals. The mace used in today’s ceremony was commissioned and donated to Minnesota State by Fred and Karin Bock. The mace was created by Phil Swan, a Minnesota State University, Mankato alumnus from Prior Lake, Minnesota.

Presidential Medallion The Minnesota State University, Mankato Medallion is a round bronze piece that features the University seal and is worn around the neck of the President. The University seal is the official representation of Minnesota State University, Mankato, and use of it or its image is reserved for only the most dignified of occasions.

Minnesota State University, Mankato FlagThe Minnesota State University, Mankato flag features the University seal against a field of purple, one of the designated colors of the University. The flag was commissioned in honor of the October 2003 Inauguration of Dr. Richard Davenport to symbolize the President’s chosen direction for his term. The seal is the official representation of Minnesota State University, Mankato and is used sparingly and with dignity. It represents our past and our future and symbolizes our strength and global perspective.

Podium Backdrop FlagsThe international flags represent countries and sovereign nations of our students. The four American Indian flags represented are: Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux (Dakota) Community; Grand Portage Chippewa; Upper Sioux Community; and Bois Forte Band of Chippewa.

Honor GuardThe special honor guard presenting our national colors is from the Military Science Department, Army ROTC, Minnesota State University, Mankato.

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Minnesota State University, Mankato Alumni AssociationCongratulations on your graduation! And welcome to the Minnesota State Mankato Alumni Association, a powerful network of over 105,000 alumni. Our mission is to engage alumni, friends and students in ways that benefit its members and Minnesota State Mankato, through opportunities that stimulate a lifetime of interest, loyalty and support.

As an alumna/us, you’re a vital participant in the future of the University. To help you to maintain the connections you’ve built here at Minnesota State University, Mankato, we’ll soon send you your first issue of TODAY, the University magazine for alumni and friends and the Alumni Reporter, our monthly e-newsletter. To ensure that you continue to receive the magazine and the e-newsletter and to stay up-to-date with our alma mater, we invite you to update your contact information with us via email at alumni@mnsu.edu or by logging onto the Alumni Website at www.mnsu.edu/alumni.

We celebrate this proud day with you, and look forward to your continued association with Minnesota State Mankato!

Best regards,

Pamela Weller, ‘92President, Alumni Association

University HistoryMankato Normal School opened as the state’s second teacher training school in 1868 in downtown Mankato with 27 students. Tuition was free in exchange for a student’s pledge to teach for at least two years in Minnesota’s schools. Old Main was constructed in 1870, which marked the beginning of the Valley Campus that would serve the institution for a century. In the 1880s, the school expanded and the curriculum grew. In 1921, the school became Mankato State Teacher’s College, and in 1927, the institution awarded its first four-year degree, a bachelor of education.

As enrollment pushed past 7,000 in the late 1950s, the school was renamed Mankato State College, and construction began on the 300-acre Highland Campus. The College maintained two locations for several years. In 1975, the College received full university status. Four years later, consolidation on the Highland Campus was complete. In 1998, the University made its fifth name change, this time to reflect its expanded service to Minnesota and the nation. Minnesota State University, Mankato continues to gain renown for the quality of its programs and the breadth of its services.

Dr. Richard Davenport, appointed by the Board of Trustees of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system, assumed his responsibilities as the University’s 12th president on July 1, 2002. Under Dr. Davenport’s leadership, the University has embraced new strategic priorities, engaged in an academic master planning process, examined its commitment to diversity and begun to take action to become a more inclusive and welcoming campus. Stories of the big ideas and real-world thinking taking place at this University have been told further and wider than ever before, to legislators, leaders, parents and alumni throughout the state and the nation.

Minnesota State Mankato offers more than 150 undergraduate programs in six undergraduate colleges and more than 70 graduate programs, including masters, advanced certificate, specialist and doctoral programs in the College of Graduate Studies and Research. Our 15,000 students—including almost 600 international students from more than 70 countries—and 1,800 faculty and staff represent cultural diversity and a rich mix of intellectual and creative perspectives. Our 105,000 alumni live and work around the world, making professional and personal contributions that bring the proud Maverick tradition to new heights.

Find out more about Minnesota State Mankato at mnsu.edu.

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AcknowledgmentsBOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE MINNESOTA STATE COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES SYSTEM

Chancellor Steven J. Rosenstone Trustee Brett Anderson, RosemountTrustee Duane Benson, Treasurer, MinneapolisTrustee Cheryl Dickson, St. PaulTrustee Jacob Englund, EdinaTrustee Clarence Hightower, Vice Chair, St. PaulTrustee Philip Krinkie, ShoreviewTrustee Dan McElroy, St. PaulTrustee Alfredo Oliveira, St. CloudTrustee David Paskach, CottonwoodTrustee Thomas Renier, DuluthTrustee Christine Rice, Lake ElmoTrustee Louise Sundin, MinneapolisTrustee Scott Thiss, Chair, EdinaTrustee James Van Houten, MinneapolisTrusee Michael Vekich, Minneapolis

MINNESOTA STATE UNIVERSITY, MANKATO CABINET

Richard DavenportEdmund U. ClarkJean M. HaarRobert HoffmanDavid P. JonesDouglas P. MayoHenry MorrisScott R. OlsonCarol StallkampRichard J. Straka

ANNOUNCERSKaren Wright, 9:00 a.m. ceremonyOperations Director, KMSU Radio

James Gullickson, 12:00 p.m. ceremonyGeneral Manager, KMSU Radio

VOLUNTEERSThe Office of Alumni Relations would like to thank the alumni, staff and students whose time and energy helped to make today’s ceremonies possible.

SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETERColleen Gerdts

Miscellaneous InformationBeverages are available for purchase in the Concession Stand. The stand will close 15 minutes prior to each ceremony.

Roses are available for purchase in the hallway outside the arena. Proceeds go to the Ethnic Studies Student Association.

Jazzman’s Café in the Centennial Student Union is open today from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Barnes and Noble Campus Bookstore kiosk is located in the hallway outside the arena.

DVD and live web streaming services are provided by Minnesota State Mankato’s Division of Information Technology Services. For information on purchasing a DVD of today’s ceremony, order forms are available at the Information Table outside of the Arena or you may contact the Office of Alumni Relations at 507-389-3235.

Grad Images will be taking individual and family portraits for graduates and their families in the Myers Field House from 7:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. No appointment is necessary and portrait sittings are free. Grad Images will also be taking three candid photographs of the graduates during the ceremony. You may place orders at www.gradimages.com.

Lost and Found Area is located in Myers Field House - Room MF129.

Photo Opportunities are available (weather permitting) outside: Alumni Arch, Bell Tower, Stone Pillars, MSU mound (corner of Stadium and Warren), Fountain, etc.

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College ReceptionsCollege of Allied Health and Nursing Pre-Commencement Ceremony Reception9:00 - 11:00 a.m. - CSU 253/4/5Graduating students in the College of Allied Health and Nursing will be honored at a reception in CSU 253/4/5. Master’s students will receive their hoods at 9.00 a.m.. All graduates will receive college pins during the reception which follows the hooding. Note: School of Nursing Pinning Ceremony was held Friday evening.

College of Arts and Humanities Reception10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – CSU Hearth LoungeGraduates in the department of Art, Communication Studies, English, Mass Media, Open Studies, Philosophy, World Languages and Cultures, Associate of Arts, and their guests, are cordially invited to join the department faculty and staff for refreshments.

College of Business Graduation Reception10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Myers MarketplaceGraduates, family and friends are invited to join the College of Business faculty and staff at a reception following the Commencement ceremony.

College of Education Graduate Degree Hooding Ceremony9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Hooding Ceremony - Performing Arts Recital HallReception immediately following ceremonyGraduates receiving their Doctorate, Master’s Degree, Specialist Degree or Sixth Year Certificate, and guests are all invited to attend the Hooding Ceremony and Reception.Note: Baccalaureate Degree Pinning Ceremony was held Friday evening.

College of Science, Engineering and Technology10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Main level of Ford Hall - Students Common areaGraduates, family and friends are invited to join faculty and staff for refreshments.

College of Social and Behavioral Sciences9:30 a.m. - Continental Breakfast - CSU Ballroom10:00 - 11:00 a.m. - Program - CSU BallroomGraduates, family and friends are invited to join faculty and staff at a reception and recognition ceremony. Each graduate will be recognized and receive a college graduate pin. The ceremony includes special recognition and/or hooding for students receiving their Master’s Degree.

Certified Emergency Medical Technicians and/or First Responders are members of the Minnesota State University, Mankato Security staff.

The printed commencement program is a ceremonial publication. The program is not intended to be an official representation of University records. The use of this program to signify completion of a Minnesota State University, Mankato degree is strictly prohibited. This program was designed and printed by Minnesota State University, Mankato Printing Services.

Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy and completeness. We apologize for any omissions, misspellings, or misplaced names. Contact the Office of the Registrar at 507-389-6266 (voice), 800-625-3529 or 711 (MRS/TTY) with questions or corrections for undergraduate degrees. Contact the Office of Graduate Studies at 507-389-5684 (voice), 800-625-3529 or 711 (MRS/TTY) with questions or corrections for graduate degrees.

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Big ideas. Real-world thinking.

Minnesota State University, Mankato: A place where big ideas meet real-world thinking.

Our tradition began in 1868, when we opened our doors

to 27 students with dreams of becoming teachers. Almost

150 years later, the tradition continues as we have become

a comprehensive doctoral university with more than 15,000

students, 1,800 faculty and staff, and 105,000 alumni

worldwide. Together, we are committed to breaking down

barriers, creating solutions and achieving a new level of

greatness that will inspire all of us to consider even bigger

ideas, apply real-world thinking even more broadly and

make life better for people throughout our state, our region

and our world.

December 10, 2011

Commencement

* From The Mankatonian, November 1892: “The Normal School has adopted school colors and a school call. The colors are gold and purple, and the call—well, here it is: ‘Mankato! For the Normal Ho! Raco, Maco, Raco, Maco, Ho, Hi, Ho!’” Additionally, from Otto Welton Snarr, Research Notes 1938-1939: “Whenever you hear the following call, ‘Mankato for the Normal, Ho, Racha-macha, Racha-Macha, Oh, Hi, Ho,’ you may judge that they are Normalites, for this has been accepted as the Normal yell.”

The Minnesota State University, Mankato HymnRichard Robbins and Roger Sheffer Gaudeamus igitur arr. David C. Dickau

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