Wilkes University

Students earn degrees

Rachel Sculley, of Catasauqua, and Amanda Vrabel, of Whitehall, received Master of Science degrees in education, and Jodi Rowlands, of Danielsville, received a Doctor of Education degree in educational leadership/educational leadership studies from Wilkes University.

The degrees were among 260 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees awarded to winter graduates. A commencement ceremony honoring 2020 and 2021 graduates will be held in May 2021. Final plans are dependent on the guidance from national and state health officials. More information can be found at wilkes.edu/commencement.

Wilkes University is a private, independent, nonsectarian institution of higher education dedicated to academic and intellectual excellence through mentoring in the liberal arts, sciences and professional programs. Founded in 1933, Wilkes is on a mission to create one of the nation’s finest doctoral universities, offering all of the programs, activities and opportunities of a large university in the intimate, caring and mentoring environment of a small college, open to all who show promise.

The Brookings Institution ranked Wilkes 14th in the nation for middle-class mobility. In addition to 45 majors, Wilkes offers 24 master’s degree programs and five doctoral/terminal degree programs, including the doctor of philosophy in nursing, doctor of nursing practice, doctor of education, doctor of pharmacy and master of fine arts in creative writing.

NCC

Paukovits named to honor society

The National Society of Leadership and Success at Northampton Community College held a virtual induction ceremony for 30 of its newest members. Hannah Paukovits, a general studies major from Northampton, was one of the inductees.

The NSLS is an organization that provides a life-changing leadership program helping students achieve personal growth and career success. NSLS is the only honor society to offer accredited leadership training and certification. New members decide whether they want to be a regular member or become an inducted member by completing the four-step program to enhance leadership skills and promote greater self-accountability.

James Madison University

Students earn president’s list

Graydon Schmeckenbecher, a political science major from Whitehall, and Haley Yandrasitz, a biology major from Coplay, were named to the president’s list for the fall 2020 semester at James Madison University.

Established in 1908, James Madison University is a community of 22,000 students and 4,000 faculty and staff, nestled in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley. JMU offers 124 degree programs at the bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral levels, keeps classes small with a 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio and has the highest six-year graduation rate among its peer institutions at 84 percent.

University of Findlay

Rogers named to dean’s list

Kenley Rogers, of Bath, has been named to the fall 2020 dean’s list at the University of Findlay. To earn this achievement, a student must attain a grade-point average of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale.

Located in Findlay, Ohio, the University of Findlay is known not only for science, health professions, animal science and equestrian studies programs, but also for cultivating the next generation of business leaders, educators and global citizens through a dedication to experiential learning, both in and outside of the classroom.

Established in 1882 through a joint partnership between the Churches of God, general counsel and the City of Findlay, the University of Findlay has more than 80 majors leading to baccalaureate degrees and offers 11 master’s degrees and five doctoral degrees. More than 3,500 students are enrolled at Findlay, and the University is nationally recognized by U.S. News and World Report and the Princeton Review.

Edinboro University

McCloud, Parker earn dean’s list

Ean Thomas McCloud, of Whitehall, and Morgan Parker, of Northampton, were among nearly 1,200 students named to the dean’s list at Edinboro University for the fall 2020 semester. Both students are fine arts-applied media arts majors. To attain this highly regarded academic honor, students must maintain a quality-point average of 3.4 or higher, complete a minimum of 12 semester hours of credit and receive no grade lower than a C in any course.

NCC

Winter graduates announced

On Jan. 30, more than 715 graduates earned associate degrees, specialized diplomas and certificates from Northampton Community College at the winter 2021 commencement ceremony. The graduates, ranging in age from 19 to 78, celebrated virtually as their names were announced.

“The fact that we are online again for this ceremony does not in any way take away from this great and glorious occasion or the extraordinary accomplishments of each of you, our students,” declared Dr. Mark Erickson, NCC president.

Bath: Evan Betzenberger, associate of arts in business administration; Jarisa Cruz, associate of arts in general studies; Lisa Farnack, specialized diploma in health care billing and coding; Rachel Goll, associate of applied science in radiography; Curtis Heckman, associate of applied science in criminal justice; Amber Heffelfinger, associate of arts in liberal arts with a psychology concentration; Corrina Heller, certificate in practical nursing; Nathan Jarick, associate of applied science in registered nursing; Christopher Lipovsky, associate of arts in general studies; Korey McNulty, associate of applied science in communication design; Mayraj Omer, associate of applied science in computer information technology security; Kim Roe, associate of arts in general studies; George Stilgenbauer, associate of applied science in construction management; Colleen Sullivan, certificate in practical nursing; Tiffany Wambold, associate of arts in general studies; Cory Weisenberger, associate of arts in individualized transfer

Catasauqua: Nancy Chapman, associate of applied science in health care office coordinator

Cherryville: Naomi Rivera, certificate in practical nursing

Coplay: Rex Padfield, associate of applied science in welding technology

Danielsville: Evan Frantz, associate of arts in secondary education; Autumn Klucsarits, associate of applied science in registered nursing; Daniel Krieger, associate of applied science in web development; Jeremy Ricca, associate of applied science in electronics technology; Matthew Weber, associate of science in engineering

Northampton: Claudia Cuchran, associate of applied science in media production and a specialized diploma in multimedia; Samuel Achonu, specialized diploma in accounting; Timothy Antigua, associate of arts in business administration; Elizabeth Azar, associate of arts in communication studies; Caroline Bischof, associate of arts in secondary education; Nathan Derr, associate of applied science in computer aided design; Marianne Dorsey, associate of applied science in registered nursing; Nathan Grimm, associate of applied science in welding technology; Keely Knappenberger, associate of arts in psychology; Skyla Kunkle, associate of applied science in meeting and event planning; Haley Messinger, associate of arts in social work; Amanda Odenwelder, associate of applied science in criminal justice; Alyssa Rizzo-Berg, associate of applied science in registered nursing; Lila Shokr, associate of applied science in communication design; Jesse Smith, associate of applied science in marketing; Victoria Sousa, associate of arts in middle level education; Cy Stoudt, associate of arts in general studies; Matthew Tierney, associate of applied science in business management; Jacob Treichler, associate of applied science in criminal justice; Ashley Walling, associate of arts in general studies; Mark Williams, associate of applied science in business management

Walnutport: Jared Iasiello, associate of applied science in welding technology and a certificate in welding and fabrication; Joseph Butto, associate of arts in general studies; Kaitlyn Doutt, associate of applied science in computer information technology security; Adam Kuronya, associate of arts in business administration; Tucker Muffley, associate of applied science in automotive technology; Sarah Shook, associate of arts in global studies; Amber VanBrunt, associate of arts in psychology; Jeremy Zimmerman, associate of applied science in accounting

Whitehall: Rasha Aly, certificate in practical nursing; Benjamin Barajas, associate of applied science in media production; Mikayla Hanna, associate of applied science in dental hygiene; Arlin Holder, associate of applied science in registered nursing; Tais Klotz, certificate in practical nursing; Amanda Stein, certificate in practical nursing

With an enduring commitment to the regional community it serves and a focus on student success, NCC has developed a reputation as an institution of extraordinary distinction, earning accolades at the state and national levels for innovative programs, outstanding faculty and impressive student achievements.

It counts among its successful alumni a four-time Pulitzer Prize winner and an Academy Award winning director as well as a host of CEOs, presidents and leaders of business and industry. Today, NCC has locations in Bethlehem, Southside Bethlehem, Easton and Monroe County, serving 30,000 students each year from 53 counties, 42 countries and 25 states. For more information, or to apply, visit northampton.edu.

Seton Hall University

Dutzer, Spohn earn dean’s list

Seton Hall University is pleased to announce Noah Dutzer, of Bath, and Nicole Spohn, of Danielsville, qualified for the fall 2020 dean’s list and to congratulate them for their outstanding academic achievements. After the close of every semester, undergraduate students completing all courses with a GPA of 3.4, with no grades lower than “C,” qualify for the dean’s list.

One of the country’s leading Catholic universities, Seton Hall University has been a catalyst for leadership, developing students in mind, heart and spirit since 1856.

Home to nearly 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students and offering more than 80 rigorous majors, Seton Hall’s academic excellence has been singled out for distinction by The Princeton Review, US News & World Report and Bloomberg Businessweek. Seton Hall, which embraces students of all religions, prepares its graduates to be exemplary servant leaders and caring global citizens. Its attractive main campus is located in suburban South Orange, N.J., and is only 14 miles by train, bus or car to New York City.

Grove City College

Reed named to dean’s list

Becca Reed, a junior middle level math/history major at Grove City College from Whitehall, has been named to the dean’s list for the fall 2020 semester. Reed is a 2018 graduate of Whitehall High School and is the daughter of the Rev. Charles and Amy Reed. Students eligible for the dean’s list have a GPA of 3.4-3.59; for the dean’s list with distinction, a GPA of 3.6-3.84 and for the dean’s list with high distinction a GPA of 3.85-4.0.

Grove City College is a highly ranked, national Christian liberal arts and sciences college that equips students to pursue their unique callings through an academically excellent and Christ-centered learning and living experience distinguished by a commitment to affordability and promotion of the Christian worldview, the foundations of a free society and the love of neighbor.

Established in 1876, the college is a pioneer in independent private education and accepts no federal funds. It offers students degrees in more than 60 majors on a picturesque 180-acre campus north of Pittsburgh.