University of Scranton

Students named to dean’s list

Local residents were among more than 1,650 students named to the University of Scranton’s dean’s list for the 2021 fall semester. The dean’s list recognizes students for academic excellence. A student must have a GPA of 3.5 or better with a minimum number of credit hours during the semester to make this honor. The list includes students from the Jesuit university’s college of arts and sciences, Kania School of Management and Panuska College of Professional Studies.

Bath: Victoria Unangst, a junior criminal justice major in the college of arts and sciences

Coplay: Colin Bowers, a junior history major in the college of arts and sciences

Northampton: Hannah Werkheiser, a sophomore kinesiology major in the Panuska College of Professional Studies

Whitehall: Joseph Lisicky, a sophomore accounting major in the Kania School of Management; Jacob Lisicky, a senior accounting major in the Kania School of Management

The University of Scranton is a Jesuit university located in northeastern Pennsylvania.

Shippensburg University

Dean’s list is announced

Shippensburg University is pleased to announce the names of the outstanding undergraduates who have earned the distinction of being named to the dean’s list for the fall 2021 semester.

Bath: Sarah Lieberman, majoring in art with the college of arts and sciences

Coplay: Kallie Lyle, majoring in psychology with the college of arts and sciences; Nicole Alali, majoring in Spanish with the college of arts and sciences; Bret Legath, majoring in ECH elem: pre-K to 4 with the college of education and human services; Madison Bruder, majoring in special ed and ECH ed with the college of education and human services

Northampton: Alexis Chordas, majoring in ECH elem: pre-K to 4 with the college of education and human services; Madison Musselman, majoring in ECH elem: pre-K to 4 with the college of education and human services

Walnutport: Korinne Andersch, majoring in biology with the college of arts and sciences; Briana Abigail Czarnecki, majoring in chemistry with the college of arts and sciences

Whitehall: Sofia Pittas, majoring in biology with the college of arts and sciences; Naila Mendez, majoring in psychology with the college of arts and sciences; Kyleigh Grim, majoring in ECH elem: pre-K to 4 with the college of education and human services; Azariah Atiyeh, majoring in management with the Grove College of Business; Hunter Klein, majoring in marketing with the Grove College of Business

Shippensburg University of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education is a comprehensive, public university offering doctoral, master’s and bachelor’s degrees, in addition to advanced certificate programs, workshops, training sessions and credit and noncredit coursework. From day one, students have access to hands-on opportunities through service learning, internships, job shadowing, faculty-guided research and study abroad programs.

East Stroudsburg University

Students named to dean’s list

A total of 1,222 students have been named to the dean’s list at East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania for the fall 2021 semester of the 2001-22 academic year, according to Margaret Ball, D.M.A., interim provost and vice president for academic affairs. Students eligible for the dean’s list are those who have attained a 3.50 quality-point average or better and are enrolled full time. The letter grade B earns three quality points per credit, and the grade A earns four quality points per credit.

Bath: Jenna Diefenderfer, biochemistry; Elizabeth Fehnel, special education/early childhood; Tarah Fischer, computer science; Carson Gantz, physical education teacher

Coplay: Trevor Gecik, athletic training; Nicole Klass, special education/early childhood; Emily Soldridge, nursing

Danielsville: Madison Biechy, psychology; Alessandro Noto, biotechnology

Northampton: Chelsea Kaulius, accounting; Taylor Keeney, special education/early childhood; Makayla Letourneau, early childhood education (preK-4); Caleigh Savage, English

Walnutport: Michael Bernabe, biochemistry; Cailie Niebell, psychology; Emily Ziegenfuss, communication sciences and disorders

Whitehall: Brenna Fulk, English; Jasmine Rompilla, special education/early childhood; Veronica Tully, marine science; Andrew Vega, exercise science

East Stroudsburg University, one of the 14 institutions in the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, opened in 1893 as East Stroudsburg Normal School. Today, ESU is a comprehensive university in northeastern Pennsylvania offering 58 undergraduate programs, 21 master’s programs and two doctoral program. Over 6,000 students are enrolled for the high quality, affordable and accessible education ESU provides. Nearly 30,000 ESU alumni live in Pennsylvania.

Missouri State University

Frace earns dean’s list

Virginia Frace, of Bath, made the dean’s list for fall 2021 semester. Frace was among more than 5,000 students named to this honor. Each semester, students at Missouri State University who attain academic excellence are named to the dean’s list. For undergraduate students, criteria include enrollment in at least 12 credit hours during the fall semester and at least a 3.50 GPA (on a 4.00 scale).

Missouri State University is a public, comprehensive university system with a mission in public affairs. Our purpose is to develop fully educated persons with a focus on ethical leadership, cultural competence and community engagement.

Kutztown University

Students named to dean’s list

More than 1,920 students have been named to the fall 2021 dean’s list at Kutztown University. To be eligible for the dean’s list, an undergraduate student must be registered for at least 12 credits and have a minimum grade-point average of 3.6.

Bath: Evan Betzenberger, Kelly Ann Kern, Christopher James Lipovsky, Julia R. Lutz, Brooke Mishko, Caitlyn C. Tomaro

Catasauqua: Branden M. Bilheimer, Shane Patrick Dolon, Amy L. Huber, Abdiel Omar Montalvo Santiago, Matthew Alexander Ritter, Krystaglynn Roberts, Amber Fay Shook, William A. Smith, Kaitlyn Weiss

Coplay: Megan Ashlet Baur, Hayley R. Benson, Noah Michael Borgman, Robert Edward Crites, Zoe C. Dougherty, Dylan Fritsch, Adin Hoderewski, Shawna L. Kline, Taylor Ann Prebula

Danielsville: Evan Michael Frantz, Rebekkah Galicki

Northampton: Taylor A. Atiyeh, Hannah E. Barber, Natalie R. Becker, Taylor M. Diproperzio, Madison Olivia Higgins, Mason Scott Humphrey, Gavin E. Lalik, Noah E. Millheim, Elisa A. Rivera, Madison T. Shehab, Maria Thamara Shehab, Joseph Robert Tiwold, Kyle S. Wescoe

Walnutport: Hannah E. Boggs, Holly M. Brunst, Brianna N. Hein, Caitlin Partridge, Laura E. Rex, Kara A. Steckel, Madison R. Weidenhammer

Whitehall: Natalie D. Alvarez, Kevin Dang, Corinne M. Deichmeister, Emily Felix, Emma M. Garneau, Wailliam Frank Harwi, Jacob A. Hausman, Sydney Catherine Holderman, Alexander Khouri, Norah Lando, Makaela M. Letayf, Brian Lloyd, Jacky Mansour, Leomarys Dariane Marchese, Caroline Isabella Martin, Karilyn Martinez, Madeline Rodriguez, Emily Elizabeth Slane, Kelcey Paige Sokol, Rosetta Angela Teutonico, Julia M. Yaniger

Founded in 1866, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania is a proud member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education located on 289 acres nestled in the beautiful East Penn Valley in Berks County. As the region’s center for excellence in academics, culture and public engagement, KU’s programs and reputation for quality offer students the opportunity to discover lifelong avenues of learning and discovery. KU students select from more than 130 areas of study within four colleges in a diverse liberal arts academic environment. To complement their studies, KU’s NCAA Division II athletics program with 22 varsity sports joins the more than 160 student clubs and organizations providing students with a variety of activities for learning and discovery.

University of Maryland Global Campus

Kocsis earns degree

Matthew Kocsis, of Northampton, earned a Bachelor of Science in business administration, cum laude, from University of Maryland Global Campus. More than 8,000 students from all 50 states, four U.S. territories and 26 countries earned UMGC degrees worldwide in fall 2021.

Celebrating its 75th anniversary, University of Maryland Global Campus is a world leader in innovative educational models, with award-winning online programs in disciplines including biotechnology, cybersecurity, data analytics and information technology that are in high demand in today’s increasingly technical, global workplace. With an enrollment of some 90,000 students, UMGC offers open access with a global footprint and a specific mission to meet the learning needs of students whose responsibilities may include jobs, family and military service. The university offers both undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs, as well as doctoral programs.

Muhlenberg College

Students named to dean’s list

Congratulations to these local students for being named to Muhlenberg College’s dean’s list for the fall 2021 semester. Muhlenberg College students and Muhlenberg College School of Continuing Studies students with a term GPA of 3.50 or higher were recognized for this academic achievement.

Bath: Laila Diaz, Isabella Mohrey

Catasauqua: Linda Krim, Connor McCully

Mountain View: Marin Diddams

Northampton: Christian Nemeh, John Sankari

Northampton and Havertown: Eva Bartholomew

Walnutport: Katelyn Graver

Whitehall: Rasha Abdouche, Anna-Maria Haddad, Vivian Jaber, Caitlin Kier, Emely Minaya, Elizabeth Rosario, Adeeb Saed, Roksolana Salamakha, Amanda Sodl, Abigail Suarez, Jacqueline Szlagiewicz, George Yacoub, Serena Younes

Founded in 1848, Muhlenberg is a highly selective, private, four-year residential, liberal arts college offering baccalaureate and graduate programs. With an enrollment of approximately 2,200 students, Muhlenberg College is dedicated to shaping creative, compassionate, collaborative leaders through rigorous academic programs in the arts, humanities, natural sciences and social sciences; selected preprofessional programs, including accounting, business, education and public health; and progressive workforce-focused post-baccalaureate certificates and master’s degrees. Located in Allentown, Muhlenberg is a member of the Centennial Conference, competing in 22 varsity sports. Muhlenberg is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.

Elmhurst University

Maxwell earns dean’s list

Kelly Maxwell, of Bath, was among nearly 900 students named to Elmhurst University’s fall 2021 dean’s list. The dean’s list is composed of students who during the term concerned, attained a GPA of 3.75 or higher (out of a possible 4.00).

Elmhurst University is a leading four-year institution of higher education that seamlessly blends liberal learning and professional preparation to help students reach their full potential. Founded in 1871, Elmhurst now offers more than 70 undergraduate programs of study, more than 20 graduate and certificate programs in flexible formats and the Elmhurst Learning and Success Academy for young adults with differing abilities. Elmhurst University, formerly Elmhurst College, is among the top-ranked colleges and universities in the Midwest, according to U.S. News & World Report.