Wilkes University

Degrees awarded

Wilkes University awarded nearly 700 bachelors, masters and doctoral degrees at its 74th spring commencement ceremonies May 28-30. Six in-person ceremonies were held to honor those earning their degrees and accommodate their families.

Catasauqua: Tara Mushko, Master of Science in education; Rose Dietrich, Bachelor of Science in neuroscience; Sarah Covert, Bachelor of Science in nursing

Danielsville: Logan Biechy, Bachelor of Arts in psychology

Northampton: Leslie Estrada, Master of Science in education; Amy Grabfelder, Master of Science in education; Kate Hall, Bachelor of Arts in psychology; Samantha Onushco, Master of Science in education

Walnutport: Stefani Fink, Master of Science in education

Whitehall: Junior Alvarado Rosario, Bachelor of Science in biochemistry; Tresa Bartosh, Master of Science in education; Kelsey Hicks, Master of Science in education; Sasha Ishak, Master of Science in education; Yarah Kinani, Master of Science in education

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.

Mansfield University

President’s list is announced

Savannah Packard and Trent Smith, both of Northampton, were among the 126 students named to the president’s list for the spring 2021 semester at Mansfield University. To be named to the president’s list, a student must attend the university full-time and attain at least a 4.0 GPA for the semester.

Packard is pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in education: early childhood and elementary education, and Smith is pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in geosciences: environmental science.

Mansfield University of Pennsylvania is a public, regional university committed to providing affordable and accessible education that fosters positive social mobility for a diverse population. The university offers personalized and transformative degree programs, taught by accomplished faculty, that meet the needs of regional, state and global economies. By developing talented graduates who influence industry and enrich communities, Mansfield’s impact begins in north-central Pennsylvania and extends around the world. Founded in 1857, Mansfield University is one of 14 institutions that comprise Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education. For more information, visit mansfield.edu.

Northampton Community College

Students graduate

More than 650 graduates earned associate degrees, specialized diplomas and certificates from Northampton Community College at a virtual spring commencement ceremony May 27. The graduates ranged in age from 18 to 75, hailed from 15 countries and included 31 with a perfect 4.0 grade-point average.

Bath: Dylan Boehm, Associate in Applied Science in computer information technology; Kyle Brandon, Associate in Science in biological science; Kendra Calario, Associate in Applied Science in accounting; Brandon Fedio, Associate in Arts in general studies; Natalie Filchner, Associate in Applied Science in communication design; Sylvia Petro, specialized diploma in medical assistant; Timothy Vrabel, Associate in Applied Science in computer information technology; Ryan Weisenberger, Associate in Applied Science in radiography; Carly Werner, Associate in Applied Science in paralegal

Catasauqua: Melissa Fuhrman, Associate in Applied Science in radiography; Illyan Hernandez, specialized diploma in child development associate; Stephen Shook, Associate in Applied Science in radiography; Jared Stephen, Associate in Applied Science in radiography

Cherryville: Eman Kassis, Associate in Science in biological science

Coplay: Francesca Bachman, certificate in health care; Zachary Skorinko, Associate in Science in biological science

Danielsville: Jonathan Amato, Associate in Applied Science in business management; Jasmine Gonzalez, Associate in Applied Science in business management; Elizabeth Kornhausl, Associate in Arts in psychology; Alessandro Noto, Associate in Science in biological science; Jeremy Ricca, Associate in Applied Science in nanofabrication manufacturing technology; Trevor Sturdik, Associate in Applied Science in web development; Griffin Tucker, Associate in Arts in general studies; Brielle Weigold, Associate in Applied Science in media production

Northampton: Dallas Bearse, Associate in Applied Science in emergency services administration; Alexis Caliente, Associate in Applied Science in business management; Kara Campbell, Associate in Applied Science in early childhood education; Brittany Diaz, Associate in Applied Science in applied psychology; Allison Fandl, Associate in Applied Science in computer information technology; Robert Fella, Associate in Applied Science in media production; Tori Greene, Associate in Arts in business administration; Tyler Heft, Associate in Applied Science in electronics technology; Chelsea Kaulius, Associate in Arts in business administration; Keely Knappenberger, specialized diploma in health care; Mia Lidestri, Associate in Arts in psychology; Jessica Lindsay, Associate in Applied Science in business management; Kelly McCauley, Associate in Applied Science in radiography; Corinna Messinger, specialized diploma in health care; Kyle Miller, Associate in Applied Science in computer-aided design; William Miller, Associate in Applied Science in electromechanical technology; Kyle Morin, Associate in Arts in business administration; Laurie Phillips, Associate in Arts in general studies; Kara Rice, Associate in Applied Science in health care; Mason Ruff, Associate in Applied Science in welding technology; Adam Schisler, Associate in Applied Science in funeral service education; Morgan Schuster, Associate in Applied Science in culinary arts; Emily Schweitzer, Associate in Applied Science in registered nursing; Madison Shehab, Associate in Applied Science in early childhood education; Jesse Smith, Associate in Applied Science in business management; Courtney Wise, Associate in Applied Science in paralegal

Walnutport: Cody Becker, Associate in Applied Science in architecture; Bailey Capozzoli, specialized diploma in child development associate; Deanna Davis, Associate in Applied Science in applied psychology; Anthony Fronti, Associate in Applied Science in computer aided design; Jada Martinez, Associate in Applied Science in marketing; Andrea Partridge, specialized diploma in health care and a specialized diploma in medical assistant; Caitlin Partridge, an Associate in Arts in secondary education; Keith Romano, Associate in Science in engineering and an Associate in Arts in general studies; Jaimie Rosentel, an Associate in Applied Science in registered nursing

Whitehall: Joshua Jones, Associate in Arts in business administration; Vincent Misuraca, Associate in Applied Science in construction management; Kacyann Thompson, Associate in Applied Science in radiography; Casey Zelena, Associate in Applied Science in construction management

With an enduring commitment to the regional community it serves and a focus on student success, Northampton Community College 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, Northampton Community College has locations in Bethlehem, Southside Bethlehem, Easton and Monroe County, serving 30,000 students each year from 53 counties, 42 countries and 25 states.

Edinboro University

McCloud graduates

Edinboro University celebrated the academic success of 673 undergraduate and graduate students May 8.

Bachelor’s and associate degrees were conferred upon 518 students, while 155 students earned graduate and post-baccalaureate degrees. Ean Thomas McCloud, of Whitehall, earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in applied media arts.

Edinboro University is one of Pennsylvania’s most distinguished centers of learning and research. Acclaimed artists, medical professionals, Disney and Pixar animators and leaders in business, education, criminal justice and many other fields have built the foundations of their success at Edinboro.