Commonwealth University -Lock Haven

Hicks earns dean’s list honor

Madison Hicks, of Catasauqua, has been named to Commonwealth University-Lock Haven’s spring 2023 dean’s list. The dean’s list, prepared at the end of each semester, recognizes those students who have achieved academic distinction. To qualify for this honor, the student must have earned a GPA of at least 3.5 in 12 or more semester hours of letter grades.

Lebanon Valley College

Students named to dean’s list

Lebanon Valley College congratulates the more than 800 students named to the dean’s list for the spring 2023 semester. Dean’s list students must maintain a GPA of at least 3.4 out of 4.0.

Bath: Cody Schucker, a graduate of Northampton Area High School, is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in exercise science.

Whitehall: Megan Kelly, a graduate of Whitehall High School, is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in communication sciences and disorders.

Lebanon Valley College, founded in 1866, offers bachelor’s degrees in more than 50 majors; master’s degrees in accounting (MBA 3+1), applied kinesiology, athletic training, business administration, clinical exercise physiology, clinical mental health counseling, education, intelligence and security studies, music education, school counseling, science in STEM education, speech-language pathology and sport performance; a doctoral degree in physical therapy; ACT 48 continuing education for educator credits; and certificates in comprehensive curriculum and assessment for preK-grade 12; healthcare management; integrative STEM education; leadership and ethics; marketing; modern band; online teaching and learning; project management; social, emotional and behavioral wellness; sport enhancement; supply chain management; and logistics and trauma-informed counseling.

This college of 1,600 undergraduate and 400-plus graduate students produces alumni who attend prestigious graduate and professional schools and are employed by top companies and school districts.

Thirty-one percent of our students are first generation (40% of first-year class), 21% of fall 2022 first-year students were Pell-eligible. and 100% of the fall 2021 incoming class received grant or scholarship aid from LVC. More than 35% of our students participate on our 27 NCAA Division III athletic teams or eSports teams, and our students volunteer more than 20,000 hours of community service during the academic year.

Learn more about how LVC provides more opportunities for students that lead to successful careers and lives at lvc.edu.

York College of Pennsylvania

Dean’s list names announced

More than 1,300 students were named to the spring 2023 dean’s list at York College of Pennsylvania. To be eligible for this honor, a student must be registered for at least 12 academic credit hours and earn a semester GPA of 3.5 or higher.

Catasauqua: Colby Rau, Class of 2025 mechanical engineering major

Northampton: Anthony Christiano, Class of 2023 secondary education-general science major; Emily Schweitzer, Class of 2023 nursing major

Whitehall: Bryan Diaz, Class of 2023 finance major

Established in 1787, York College of Pennsylvania is a private, four-year college located in the city of York, a hub of arts and industry. Housed on 190 picturesque acres, the college is known for its focus on experiential learning and community engagement, serving more than 3,500 undergraduate and graduate students in more than 70 baccalaureate majors, along with 30-plus professional graduate degree and certificate programs.

Deeply rooted in the liberal arts and recognized for excellence in its professional business, education, engineering and nursing programs, York is ranked among the nation’s Best Value Schools by Niche. The college’s robust recreation and athletics program is among the best in the region and is home to 24 NCAA III Division sports teams and 30-plus intramural sports. A Princeton Review Best Northeastern College, York prides itself on its experienced, engaged faculty; its high-impact and student-centric philosophy; and its long standing commitment to affordability and accessibility.

Lebanon Valley College

Students graduate

More than 300 undergraduate students marked their academic success and achievements during Lebanon Valley College’s 154th commencement May 13.

Catasauqua: MacKenzie Brobst, a graduate of Catasauqua High School, received a Bachelor of Science in accounting

Whitehall: Sara Leiby, a graduate of Whitehall High School, received a Bachelor of Science in exercise science

Slippery Rock University

Hale, Huymaier named to dean’s list

Slippery Rock University has announced its dean’s list for the spring 2023 semester, among them Makenzie Hale and Andrew Huymaier, both of Northampton. The dean’s list consists of SRU undergraduate students who earned an adjusted semester GPA of 3.5 or higher, based on a schedule of at least 12 newly attempted and earned credits.

Slippery Rock University is a four-year, public, coeducational, regional comprehensive university that offers a broad array of undergraduate and select graduate programs to more than 8,000 students. SRU is one of 10 institutions and 14 campuses that make up Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education. SRU is fully accredited by the Middle State Commission on Higher Learning.

Founded in 1889, SRU is shaped by its teaching (normal) school heritage. For more than 130 years, the university has embraced the same hardworking, tenacious personality espoused by the people of western Pennsylvania. With a steadfast yet adaptable commitment to intellectual development, leadership and civic responsibility, SRU provides students with a comprehensive learning experience that helps them become engaged citizens and succeed in their lives and professional careers.

Kutztown University

Dean’s list is announced

Kutztown congratulates 1,949 students who have been named to the spring 2023 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 GPA of 3.6.

Bath: Tyler J. Bell, Kelly Ann Kern, Paige A. Mathur, Brooke Jacklyn Mishko, Gillian J. Rogerson, Katelyn Stuhldreher, Caitlyn C. Tomaro, Chance Michael Wandler

Catasauqua: Kay Ranay Bedford, Branden M Bilheimer, Rain T. Czine, Valerie Davidheiser, Amy L. Huber, Ashley Turi Ritter, Matthew Alexander Ritter, Cole T. Schiffer, Mason John Schlofer, Jake Edward Velez, Kaitlyn Weiss

Coplay: Tyler C. Ference, Ollie Stroup

Danielsville: Rebekkah Galicki, Adam A. Reichelderfer

Northampton: Emilymary B. Baab, Cassidy Bordonaro, Hannah Mae Crenko, Taylor M. Diproperzio, Michael Ryan Ettl, Conner R. Grabfelder, Kay R. Hacker, Ethan M. Kish, Autumn Kuzio, Gavin E. Lalik, Bradley Lamberty, Noah E. Millheim, Patrick Perrin, Elisa Anna Rivera, Madison Shehab, Maria Thamara Shehab, Joseph Robert Tiwold, Kyle S. Wescoe

Walnutport: Hannah E. Boggs, Holly M. Brunst, Victoria E. Henderson, Natalie Grace Keller, Caitlin Partridge, Brooke Marie Peters, Emma Schmoyer, Madison R. Weidenhammer

Whitehall: Destiny S. Abreu, Chase Gordon Altemose, Rieanna Jennifer Atiyeh, Fatim Sede Bashir, Corinne M. Deichmeister, Matthew Eskander, Emma M. Garneau, Sydney Catherine Holderman, Tyler Lee Kies, Juno Krafchek, Makaela M. Letayf, Gabriel Madden, Leomarys Dariane Marchese, Calvin N. Mendoza, Adriana Ordonez, Joelle Elizabeth Perelli, Tiffany Ray, Ian A. Reese, Ryan Christopher Schmidt, Emily Elizabeth Slane, Kelcey Paige Sokol, Rosetta Angela Teutonico, Sophie Zahradnik

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. For more information, visit kutztown.edu.

James Madison University

Hutter, Woodling make dean’s list

James Madison University announced the students on the dean’s list for the spring 2023 semester. Students who earn dean’s list honors must carry at least 12 graded credit hours and earn a GPA of between 3.5 and 3.899.

Whitehall: Meghan Hutter, majoring in a Bachelor of Science in health sciences

Coplay: Skye Woodling, majoring in a Bachelor of Science in health sciences

Founded in 1908, James Madison University is a public university located in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley.

JMU is one of the nation’s leading lights in higher education, where students enjoy engaging relationships with world-class faculty who drive education innovation and support advanced research.

With state-of-the art amenities and facilities, students have access to NCAA Division 1 athletics. JMU also has the highest post-graduation job levels of all Virginia colleges.

James Madison University

Schmeckenbecher named to president’s list

Whitehall resident Graydon Schmeckenbecher was named to the president’s list at James Madison University for the spring 2023 semester. Students who earn president’s list honors must carry at least 12 graded credit hours and earn a GPA of 3.9 or above. Schmeckenbecher is working toward a Bachelor of Science degree in political science.

Missouri State University

Frace named to dean’s list

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 spring semester and at least a 3.5 GPA. Virginia Frace, of Bath, made the list. Frace was among more than 4,700 students named to the spring 2023 dean’s list.

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