Honors Program - Mansfield University of Pennsylvania

Baccalaureate Marshals
Ms. Tiffany M. E. Welch
Ms. Jessica Trump
Master Marshal
Ms. Angela Martinez
Faculty Marshals
Dr. Alissa Rose
Dr. Jeffrey Jacobsen
Herald
Dr. LeRoy M. Wright
Mansfield
Dr. Adam F. Brennan
U N I V E R S I T Y
Grand Marshal
Mansfield University, a member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education,
is committed to a policy of affirmative action, and assures an equal opportunity to all persons
regardless of race, color, religion, handicap, ancestry, national origin, age, veteran status, or sex.
Marie McKee
President, The Corning Museum of Glass
M
arie McKee has served as president of The Corning Museum of Glass since
1998. She is responsible for leading the Museum in its vision to be the
international leader in glass scholarship, education, and preservation.
Building on the outstanding scholarship of the institution, McKee has focused on
creating programming and facilities that provide a rich and vibrant museum experience
for visitors from around the world. In addition, she has helped build the Museum into a
strong cultural and educational center for the local community.
In 2001, under McKee’s leadership, the Museum completed a $65 million capital
reconstruction project that included the renovation of the Rakow Research Library, an
expansion of its studio to include a “Make Your Own Glass” experience for visitors,
creation of the Hot Glass Show, and a renovation of the main Museum building.
Under her direction, Museum staff have exceeded nearly all fiscal and operational goals, Museum attendance
has grown by 20 percent, average visit time has increased from 2 to 4.5 hours, and glassmaking demonstrations have
expanded internationally through the development of a mobile Hot Glass Roadshow and the “Glassmaking at Sea”
program sponsored by Celebrity Cruises.
From 1998 to 2008, McKee also served as Chairman of Steuben Glass, the world-renowned art glass maker
founded by Frederick Carder. In 2008, she successfully led the sale of Steuben Glass to the Schottenstein Stores
Corporation.
Previously, McKee held a series of human resources leadership positions at Corning Incorporated. She joined
Corning in 1979 as equal employment opportunity consultant and moved on to strategic positions in minority
programs, executive personnel planning, and corporate strategic staffing. From 1996 to 1998, she served as Corning’s
Corporate Diversity Officer and Senior Vice President, Human Resources. McKee played an instrumental role in
designing and implementing Corning’s human resource strategies, business processes, and organization change efforts to
increase both the human and business effectiveness of the company.
McKee holds both bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Purdue University and an M.B.A. Certificate in
Management Development from Simmons College.
McKee serves on the boards of trustees for The Corning Museum of Glass, The Corning Foundation, The Rockwell
Museum of Western Art, and The National Women’s Hall of Fame. She is a director of Duke Energy Corporation.
Our History
M
ansfield University dates to 1857 when the Mansfield Classical Seminary opened with 105 students.
In 1862 the institution was designated a State Normal School for the training of teachers. Enrollment
had grown to 400 by 1905. In 1927, Mansfield became the first school in Pennsylvania to be designated a State
Teachers College, authorized by the State Board of Education to grant bachelor of science degrees in elementary
and secondary education, music, and home economics. In 1960, the school became Mansfield State College, a
multi-purpose institution offering a broad range of curricula. On July 1, 1983, Mansfield University came into
being as a unit of the State System of Higher Education. Mansfield University has thirty-four active baccalaureate
degree programs, six associate degree programs, and six master’s programs, with a fall 2013 enrollment of 2,717
undergraduates and 253 graduate students, for a total enrollment of 2,970 students.
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Honors Program
T
he Honors Program at Mansfield University is a 24-credit, multi-disciplinary academic program featuring
innovative course work, challenging subjects, and opportunities for cultural enrichment in the liberal arts. This
program is designed for students with a strong record of academic achievement and a desire for new learning experiences.
It is open to undergraduates of all majors and designed to provide an intellectually stimulating experience for outstanding
students. The Honors Program enables students to explore subjects that interest them in greater depth than may be possible
in traditional courses, and it also allows students to apply their knowledge across academic fields. It is the goal of the Honors
Program to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities to achieve their full potential during their
academic career at Mansfield University.
H
onors students must maintain a 3.00 Q.P.A. in both their honors courses and their overall grade point average as
well as make continual progress in completing the honors sequence of eight courses. The following individuals
have successfully completed the Honors Program this year:
Cassandra R. Fetterman
Hunt, NY
Mark A. Phifer
Athens, PA
Sarah E. Swartz
Allentown, PA
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Commencement Honors
(Distinction in coursework taken at Mansfield University)
Summa Cum Laude
Amanda J. Cino
Carys M. Davies
Christopher L. Fidler
Kelly L. Leisure
Frank R. Salatino
William E. Wells
Caitlin M. Good
KaSandra J. Goshleski
Clark P. Hewitt
Timothy W. Horst
Stephen A. Jackson
Riana L. Jones
Emily M. Mallery
Rebecca E. Martz
Tristyn B. Mitchell
Opeyemi O. Odusola
Mark A. Phifer
Kevin M. Pulver
Kayla M. Rodabaugh
Ako A. Sayed
Natalie M. Schaffer
Stephanie N. Sharer
Cady A. Smith
Sarah E. Swartz
Candace B. Todd
Leslie A. Ward
Tyler S. Woodward
Christa L. Wynn
Melissa F. Harrison
Michael S. Haug
Evan A. Hodick
Kari-Ann Kelly
Ashley D. Makinster
James E. Neal
Alysha S. Nero
Rachael K. Ostrander
Eric Rava
Theresa J. Seiders
Liana J. Stinson
Joy R. Storch
Jamie L. Twist
Monique A. Webley
Devon M. Weed
Laura K. Williams
James M. Wright, Jr.
Magna Cum Laude
Edward J. Atwood
Susan J. Borkholder
Lindsay K. Brown
Virginia M. Bruder
Warren L. Bubb
Julie A. Cady
Gypsy-Storm L. Cassidy
Colleen L. Cobb
Desiree S. Congdon
Cassandra R. Fetterman
Carly R. Gausline
Cum Laude
Amy L. Augustine
Kimberly D. Binney
Hannah L. Bitler
Jacklyn Coston
Margaret M. Crandall
Catherine A. Cutaiar
Chara M. Dixon
Kayla N. Espigh
Sarah L. Fowler
Associate Degree with Honors
Angella M. Miller
Paige N. Hughes
Casey J. Polkowski
Michelle A. Stopper
Graduating Veterans and Military Students
Specialist Paul S. Cuda - Army National Guard, served from 2007-2013.
Sergeant Catherine Cutaiar - Served in the Marine Corp for over 7 years.
Private Michael Haug - Currently serving in the Army National Guard.
Gunnery Sergeant Clark Hewitt - Served for over twenty years in the Marine Corps; two combat tours in the Middle East.
Sergeant Timothy Shellenberg - Currently serving in the Army National Guard.
Private Davis Swift - Currently serving in the Army Reserves.
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Candidates for Degrees
Associate of Arts
Melissa M. Arnold, Liberal Studies
Christopher J. Bogenschutz, Liberal Studies
Elizabeth A. Case, Liberal Studies
Charlene R. Castle, Liberal Studies
Alexander C. Grover, Liberal Studies
Jose I. Ortiz, Liberal Studies
Becky L. Sparrow, Liberal Studies
Canton, PA
Bradford, PA
Wellsburg, NY
Canton, PA
Van Etten, NY
Philadelphia, PA
Mansfield, PA
Associate of Applied Science
Heather A. Allen, Radiology Technology
Mansfield, PA
Nathan T. Amidon, Natural Gas Production and Services:
Mudlogging / Geologic Technician
Coudersport, PA
Mark A. Bowne, Respiratory Therapy
Blossburg, PA
Alexander F. Brady, Respiratory Therapy
Mountain Top, PA
Paige N. Hughes, Radiology Technology
Sayre, PA
Kaylee A. Kander, Respiratory Therapy
Casey J. Polkowski, Radiology Technology
Athens, PA
Nazareth, PA
Brian K. Pond, Jr., Respiratory Therapy
Milan, PA
Michelle A. Stopper, Radiology Technology
Milan, PA
Chelsy M. Waldman, Radiology Technology
Noel M. Woughter, Respiratory Therapy
Hughesville, PA
Gillett, PA
Associate of Science
Randy A. Herman, Jr., Criminal Justice Administration
Laceyville, PA
Angella M. Miller, Criminal Justice Administration
Morris, PA
Brittany A. Miller, Criminal Justice Administration
Watkins Glen, NY
Craig M. Scott, Computer Information Systems
Danielle M. Stafford, Criminal Justice Administration
Troupsburg, NY
Wellsboro, PA
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Bachelor of Arts
Abraham W. Ashley, Art History
Lorinda M. Baker, Liberal Studies
Crystal L. Batista, Sociology / Anthropology
Samantha L. Beehler, Philosophy: Pre-Law
Danny W. Brown, History
Tina M. Cavaliere Leighow, Liberal Studies
Dalton L. Colbert, English
Catherine A. Cutaiar, History
Sarah J. Golden, Liberal Studies
Morgan L. Hamill, Sociology / Anthropology
Michelle K. Hemenway, Liberal Studies
Autumn L. Henning, History
Pahrump, NV
Tioga, PA
Mansfield, PA
Lock Haven, PA
Hueytown, AL
Danville, PA
Cohocton, NY
Knoxville, PA
Troy, PA
Elverson, PA
Wellsboro, PA
Mehoopany, PA
Emma E. Howard, Art History
Elmira, NY
Marshall T. Howell, History
Athens, PA
Ty D. Howington, Political Science
Clay, NY
Jennifer L. Knable, Art History
Randolph, NJ
Chelsea E. Kyle, Liberal Studies
Sayre, PA
Jan M. Marvin, Liberal Studies
Covington, PA
Jason P. O'Donnell, Music
Ashland, PA
Dominic U. Oliver, Liberal Studies
Cheltenham, PA
Morgan J. Ostrander, Liberal Studies
Prattsburgh, NY
Joel G. Perkosky, Music
Harford, PA
Angelo L. Stokes, Liberal Studies
Mansfield, PA
Joy R. Storch, Liberal Studies
Pine City, NY
Candace B. Todd, Liberal Studies
Pine City, NY
Darlene R. Wampole, Liberal Studies
William E. Wells, Art History
Sayre, PA
Southbury, CT
Bachelor of Music
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Lindsay K. Brown, Music Education; Music Performance: Voice
Waterloo, NY
Tabitha N. Gallagher, Music: Elective Studies in Business, Marketing
Townville, PA
Neil T. Gibbs, Music: Elective Studies in Business, Business Administration
Brittany E. Hendler, Music Education
Scott Township, PA
Souderton, PA
Evan A. Hodick, Music: Music Technology
Easton, PA
Steven R. Johnson, Music: Music Technology
Easton, PA
Rebecca E. Martz, Music Education; Music Performance: Voice
Mark G. Polyansky, Music Performance: Instrumental
Barnave Thanis, Music: Music Technology
Middletown, PA
Northampton, PA
Chester, PA
Bachelor of Science
Ekoue Abalo, Criminal Justice Administration
Philadelphia, PA
Kristina E. Askew, Psychology: Counseling
Pocono Lake, PA
Orion A. Bernard, Mass Communication: Broadcasting
Shinglehouse, PA
Kimberly D. Binney, Psychology: Counseling; Lifespan Development
Susan J. Borkholder, Business Administration: Accounting
Kyle J. Bower, Business Administration: Management
Virginia M. Bruder, Biology
Zack Brueckman, Biology
Warren L. Bubb, Psychology: Human Resource Management
Alissa M. Buck, Geography: Environmental Science
Robert W. Burr, Geography: Watershed Management
Jacob M. Carpenter, Mathematics: Applied Mathematics
Lindsay M. Christ, Psychology: General
Courtney N. Crum, Psychology: General
Levittown, PA
Ulysses, PA
Covington, PA
McSherrystown, PA
Pine City, NY
Erin, NY
Wellsboro, PA
Kreamer, PA
Elmira, NY
Imperial, PA
Wellsboro, PA
Paul S. Cuda, Criminal Justice Administration
Sayre, PA
Craig R. Cymerman, Business Administration
Pittsford, NY
Bashiru Daboh, Geography: Watershed Management
Justin M. Decasper, Geography: Environmental Science
Chara M. Dixon, Biology
Alyssia A. Dolliver, Business Administration
Philadelphia, PA
Clearfield, PA
Shermans Dale, PA
Blossburg, PA
Ashley Drake, Business Administration
Gillett, PA
Ashley M. Duchy, Psychology: General
Rochester, NY
Christopher L. Fidler, Business Administration: Accounting
Wellsboro, PA
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Matthew R. Fisher, Criminal Justice Administration
Bellefonte, PA
Derek W. Foulk, Computer and Information Science: Information Systems
Westfield, PA
Joshua J. Glenn, Criminal Justice Administration
KaSandra J. Goshleski, Psychology: Counseling
Cassondra L. Griger, Psychology: Mind / Body Health
Lewisburg, PA
Painted Post, NY
Dingmans Ferry, PA
Katie E. Gross, Psychology: General
Corning, NY
Morgan L. Hamill, Mass Communication: Broadcasting
Elverson, PA
Michael S. Haug, Business Administration
Wellsboro, PA
Cory L. Henneghan, Criminal Justice Administration
Jacob W. Henry, Chemistry
Carlisle, PA
Williamsport, PA
Clark P. Hewitt, Computer and Information Science: Information Systems
Wellsboro, PA
Reese L. Holmes, Criminal Justice Administration
Canton, PA
Timothy W. Horst, Business Administration
Lancaster, PA
Alexander R. Hughes, Psychology: Counseling
Stephen A. Jackson, Psychology: Counseling
Yuheng Jin, Psychology: Counseling; Lifespan Development
Cody R. Johnson, Criminal Justice Administration
Lititz, PA
Middletown, PA
Harbin, Heilongjiang, China
Cogan Station, PA
Jacob M. Johnson, Biology: Environmental Science
Troy, PA
William L. Johnson, Criminal Justice Administration
Aliquippa, PA
Elizabeth C. Keller, Business Administration
Auburn, NY
Kari-Ann Kelly, Biology
Burdett, NY
Michael C. Kenyon, Business Administration
Juliana Knapp, Business Administration: Accounting
Matthew P. Kong, Psychology: Human Resource Management
Canandaigua, NY
Painted Post, NY
Saylorsburg, PA
James P. Lane, Business Administration
Sayre, PA
Thomas A. Lippert, Criminal Justice Administration
Anthony C. Mancuso, Geography: Outdoor Recreation Leadership
Newfoundland, PA
Brandon J. Marlow, Mass Communication: Public Relations; Organizational Communication
Clay, NY
Kara R. Matson-Donahay, Criminal Justice Administration
Troy, PA
Ryan J. Mickavicz, Criminal Justice Administration
Samantha M. Mitch, Criminal Justice Administration
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Honesdale, PA
Taylor, PA
Milton, PA
Chelsae L. Molter, Psychology: General
Pine City, NY
Ryan J. Morgan, Business Administration
Mansfield, PA
Sarah R. Morseman, Psychology: General
Corning, NY
Jonathan E. Moser, Computer and Information Science: Computer Science
East Petersburg, PA
James E. Neal, Geography: Environmental Science; Watershed Management
Westfield, PA
Jason P. O'Donnell, Computer and Information Science: Computer Science
Ashland, PA
Opeyemi O. Odusola, Business Administration
Mark A. Phifer, Mathematics: Pure Mathematics
Gregory J. Pomarico, Organizational Communication
Kevin M. Pulver, Geography: Watershed Management
Alexa L. Raborg, Psychology: Counseling
Cassandra M. Rappley, Criminal Justice Administration
Eric Rava, Computer and Information Science: Information Systems
Chelsey A. Reed, Biology
Kali R. Richardson, Criminal Justice Administration
Daniel M. Richie, Geography: Watershed Management
Ernest I. Ruch, Nutrition: Sports Nutrition
Ako A. Sayed, Business Administration
Natalie M. Schaffer, Geography: Environmental Science; Watershed Management
Theresa J. Seiders, Computer and Information Science: Information Systems
Ian M. Senft, Business Administration
Timothy E. Shellenberg, Criminal Justice Administration
Justin P. Signorella, Biology: Fisheries
Harrisburg, PA
Athens, PA
Roaring Branch, PA
Troy, PA
Hanover, PA
Madison Township, PA
Sayre, PA
Liberty, PA
Mainesburg, PA
Robesonia, PA
Orefield, PA
Mechanicsburg, PA
Honey Brook, PA
Wellsboro, PA
Dover, PA
Lawrenceville, PA
Natrona Heights, PA
Stephanie A. Singer, Psychology: Counseling
Montrose, PA
Jordan M. Slack, Business Administration
Corning, NY
Ethan R. Smith, Geography: Environmental Science
Elizabeth V. Sowell, Psychology: Counseling
Saylorsburg, PA
Philadelphia, PA
Liana J. Stinson, Psychology: Lifespan Development
Carlisle, PA
Kylie K. Swain, Leadership for Children and Adults with Disabilities
Elkland, PA
Davis L. Swift, Geography: Outdoor Recreation Leadership
Stacy A. Sysock, Nutrition: Dietetics
Jonathan J. Taddeo, Criminal Justice Administration
Sarah E. Thompson, Organizational Communication
Caitlin J. Tokar, Leadership for Children and Adults with Disabilities
Talena A. Truitt, Biology
Kevin L. Valentine, Business Administration
Cogan Station, PA
Dushore, PA
Williamsport, PA
Wellsboro, PA
Big Flats, NY
Mc Alisterville, PA
Mansfield, PA
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∫
PRELUDE*
Selections from the following:
Carol of the Bells, arr. William Gordon Christmas Time is Here, V. Guaraldi, arr. S. Bulla
The Cossack, W. Rimmer
Cossack Ride & Slavonic Dance, B. Baron, arr. R. Woodfield
Hymn for Diana, J. Turrin
Linus & Lucy, V. Guaraldi, arr. S. Bulla
Yesterday, Lennon & McCartney, arr. Alan Fernie
Various holiday favorites
PROCESSIONAL*
“March of the Serious Young Men” from Divertimento
By Eric Ball
Prog
Mansfield University Brass Band
Dr. Nathan D. Rinnert, conductor
Mansfield University Brass Band
Dr. Nathan D. Rinnert, conductor
OPENING OF CONVOCATION
Dr. Adam F. Brennan, Grand Marshal
NATIONAL ANTHEM
The Star-Spangled Banner, by Francis Scott Key
arr. by John Philip Sousa
Mansfield University Brass Band
Dr. Nathan D. Rinnert, conductor
Ms. Heather Sitek, student soloist
INVOCATION
Ms. Courtney Hull, Campus Ministry
WELCOME AND PRESENTATION OF THE PLATFORM PARTY
Dr. Adam F. Brennan, Grand Marshal
INTRODUCTION OF PRESIDENT HENDRICKS
Dr. Adam F. Brennan, Grand Marshal
WELCOME AND REMARKS
General Francis L. Hendricks, President
GREETING FROM ALUMNI
Mr. Jeffrey R. Howe ’04, Alumni Association Vice President
REMARKS
Mr. Joshua M. Gibson, President, Student Government Association
INTRODUCTION OF COMMENCEMENT SPEAKER
Mr. Ralph H. Meyer, Chairman, Council of Trustees
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ADDRESS
Ms. Marie McKee
PRESENTATION OF ASSOCIATE DEGREE CANDIDATES
Dr. David C. Stinebeck, Interim Associate Provost & Dean of Arts & Sciences
PRESENTATION OF BACCALAUREATE DEGREE CANDIDATES
Dr. David C. Stinebeck, Interim Associate Provost & Dean of Arts & Sciences
Dr. Joy Patricia Burke, Associate Provost & Dean of Education, Professional, and Graduate Studies
PRESENTATION OF MASTERS DEGREE CANDIDATES
Dr. Joy Patricia Burke, Associate Provost & Dean of Education, Professional, and Graduate Studies
RECOMMENDATION FOR CONFERRAL OF DEGREES
Dr. Peter A. Keller, Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs
CONFERRAL OF DEGREES
General Francis L. Hendricks, President
ALMA MATER
Mansfield Hail, By Will George Butler, arr. by A. F. Brennan Please salute the Class of 2013 by joining in singing
the Alma Mater. You will find the lyrics on page 20. Mansfield University Brass Band
Dr. Nathan D. Rinnert, conductor
Ms. Heather Sitek, student soloist
ADJOURNMENT OF CONVOCATION
Dr. Adam F. Brennan, Grand Marshal
RECESSIONAL*
"Allegro Deciso" from The Water Music, By G.F. Handel arr. by Gordon Collins
Mansfield University Brass Band
Nathan D. Rinnert, conductor
*The Processional and Recessional
The processional and recessional are traditional parts of the Commencement ceremony that symbolize the
relationship between faculty and students. In the processional, students process through the ranks of the faculty, giving
faculty the opportunity to show their respect and congratulations to their students.
Please take your seat by 12:45 p.m. and remain seated throughout the processional, ceremony, and recessional,
leaving all aisles clear. You are invited to meet your graduate near the entrance to the gymnasium once the recessional is
completed.
Mansfield University faculty and staff members may present the diploma case to their graduating children or spouses.
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Chadd M. Vanemon, Business Administration
Canton, PA
David C. Wallace, Business Administration: Management
Coplay, PA
Sixuan Wang, Business Administration
Anqing, Anhui, China
Leslie A. Ward, Psychology: Counseling
Devin M. Watkins, Business Administration: Accounting
Theodore C. Wheeland, Psychology: Counseling
William A. Whitcomb, Computer and Information Science: Information Systems
Kevin P. Wicks, Business Administration: Accounting
Marissa C. Wilhelm, Psychology: Counseling
Laura K. Williams, Business Administration
Dylan J. Woodworth, Geography: Watershed Management
Elsa B. Wreh, Nutrition: Dietetics
Kelley C. Wright, Biology
James M. Wright, Jr., Business Administration
Sarah J. Zwick, Psychology: Lifespan Development
Montoursville, PA
Wellsboro, PA
Troy, PA
Mansfield, PA
Tioga, PA
Jersey Shore, PA
Corning, NY
Hummelstown, PA
Bristol, PA
Mansfield, PA
Bartonsville, PA
Pomeroy, PA
Bachelor of Science in Education
Amy L. Augustine, Early Childhood and Elementary Education / Special Education
Horseheads, NY
Hannah L. Bitler, Early Childhood and Elementary Education
Hughesville, PA
Julie A. Cady, Early Childhood and Elementary Education
Casey E. Carleton, English Education
Gypsy-Storm L. Cassidy, Early Childhood and Elementary Education
Amanda J. Cino, English Education
Colleen L. Cobb, Early Childhood and Elementary Education / Special Education
Jacklyn Coston, Early Childhood and Elementary Education
Margaret M. Crandall, Social Studies: History Education
Carys M. Davies, Early Childhood and Elementary Education / Special Education
Kayla N. Espigh, Early Childhood and Elementary Education
Cassandra R. Fetterman, Early Childhood and Elementary Education / Special Education
Janet M. Flaherty, Early Childhood and Elementary Education
Sarah L. Fowler, Early Childhood and Elementary Education / Special Education
Carly R. Gausline, Early Childhood and Elementary Education / Special Education
Caitlin M. Good, Early Childhood and Elementary Education / Special Education
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Corning, NY
Mansfield, PA
Sayre, PA
Union Dale, PA
Wyalusing, PA
Philadelphia, PA
West Henrietta, NY
Horseheads, NY
East Earl, PA
Hunt, NY
Friendsville, PA
Troy, PA
Elkland, PA
Montrose, PA
Riana L. Jones, Early Childhood and Elementary Education / Special Education
Elkland, PA
Kelly L. Leisure, Early Childhood and Elementary Education / Special Education
Millerton, PA
Alysha S. Nero, Early Childhood and Elementary Education
Saint Marys, PA
Rachael K. Ostrander, Early Childhood and Elementary Education / Special Education
Mark A. Phifer, Mathematics Education
Candor, NY
Athens, PA
Brett R. Sample, Special Education
Lewisburg, PA
Stephanie N. Sharer, Early Childhood and Elementary Education / Special Education
Wyalusing, PA
Cady A. Smith, Early Childhood and Elementary Education / Special Education
Painted Post, NY
Levi A. Tinney, English Education
Covington, PA
Jamie L. Twist, Early Childhood and Elementary Education / Special Education
Rochester, NY
Devon M. Weed, Early Childhood and ElementaryEducation/Special Education
ColumbiaCrossRoads, PA
Tyler S. Woodward, Early Childhood and Elementary Education
Christa L. Wynn, Early Childhood and Elementary Education / Special Education
Troy, PA
Elysburg, PA
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Brendan J. Egan, Nursing (RN to BSN)
Blue Bell, PA
Melissa F. Harrison, Nursing
Elmira, NY
Danielle K. McGuire, Nursing
Athens, PA
Meredith E. Wilkerson, Nursing
Belvidere, NJ
Bachelor of Social Work
Edward J. Atwood, Social Work
Horseheads, NY
Tymmesha M. Brown, Social Work
Sharon, PA
Desiree S. Congdon, Social Work
Gillett, PA
Meredith L. Foster, Social Work
Towanda, PA
Alaysha N. Glover, Social Work
Philadelphia, PA
Emily N. Husick, Social Work
Sayre, PA
Nicole C. Ierna, Social Work
Miller Place, NY
Pertrice B. Lane, Social Work
Philadelphia, PA
Erin R. Low, Social Work
Ashley D. Makinster, Social Work
Rome, PA
Troy, PA
Emily M. Mallery, Social Work
Apalachin, NY
Esther Michel, Social Work
Levittown, PA
Tristyn B. Mitchell, Social Work
Beavertown, PA
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Kayla M. Rodabaugh, Social Work
Tioga, PA
Frank R. Salatino, Social Work
Lawrenceville, PA
Sarah E. Swartz, Social Work
Allentown, PA
Monique A. Webley, Social Work
Scarborough, Ontario, Canada
Division of Graduate Studies
Master of Arts
Amber R. Borreli, Organizational Leadership
Hershey, PA
William J. Burczyk, Organizational Leadership
Pittston, PA
Amanda S. Dinardo, Organizational Leadership
Dianna Hoch, Organizational Leadership
Adam J. Hurst, Organizational Leadership
Christopher J. Lahr, Music: Music Specialist in Educati
Katielynn Milbrandt, Organizational Leadership
Spring City, PA
Mansfield, PA
Cleona, PA
Unityville, PA
Minersville, PA
Steven S. Miller, Music: Choral Conducting
Mansfield, PA
Rosemary D. Polon, Organizational Leadership
Allentown, PA
Sherry V. Stoudt, Organizational Leadership
Blossburg, PA
Master of Education
Ellen N. Asregadoo, School Library and Information Technologies
Kimberly J. Beaumont, School Library and Information Technologies
Jamaica, NY
Coshocton, OH
Lisa M. Besecker, School Library and Information Technologies
Waverly, NY
Debra L. Bonnett, School Library and Information Technologies
Lavernia, TX
Harry R. Brake, School Library and Information Technologies
Jamie L. Carl, Elementary Education
Eileen M. Cosgrove, School Library and Information Technologies
Karen M. Cummings, School Library and Information Technologies
Sarah C. Davis, School Library and Information Technologies
Mallory J. Elliott, Special Education
Jessica L. Galvin, School Library and Information Technologies
Jason D. Gee, Elementary Education
Marsha J. Hamric, School Library and Information Technologies
Peter R. Intoccia, Special Education
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Mexico City, Federal District, Mexico
Elmira, NY
Scranton, PA
Carlisle, PA
Olyphant, PA
Savona, NY
Staten Island, NY
Troy, PA
Sierra Vista, AZ
Narvon, PA
Barbara Johnson, School Library and Information Technologies
Quaker Hill, CT
Emily A. Kandel, Special Education
Coudersport, PA
Aimee C. Krause, School Library and Information Technologies
Andrew C. Lehman, Special Education
Peggy L. Marsiglio, School Library and Information Technologies
Amy M. Masterson, School Library and Information Technologies
Tracy S. Parido, School Library and Information Technologies
Tunkhannock, PA
Harrison Valley, PA
Sayre, PA
Tiffin, OH
Lancaster, PA
Darien A. Parker, School Library and Information Technologies
Chicago, IL
Amanda J. Price-Butler, School Library and Information Technologies
Ulysses, PA
Kelly P. Roth, School Library and Information Technologies
Audubon, PA
Theresa J. Seiders, Special Education
Wellsboro, PA
Alison N. Spaziani, Special Education
Randy J. Stephens, Elementary Education
Laura A. Waters, Elementary Education
Sarah A. Wilson, School Library and Information Technologies
Robert Zanni, School Library and Information Technologies
Horseheads, NY
Naples, NY
Elmira Heights, NY
Colona, IL
Struthers, OH
Master of Science
Tracy L. Havey, Education: Reading Specialist
Wellsville, NY
Molly O. Ludwick, Education
Millerton, PA
Renee I. Rogers, Education
Wellsboro, PA
Amanda L. Pomeroy, Education: Children's Literature
Ulysses, PA
Master of Science in Nursing
Elisabeth J. Evans, Nursing: Education
Seunghyo Hong, Nursing: Education
Rebecca A. Hornberger, Nursing: Education
Carrie Hughes, Nursing: Education
Binghamton, NY
Lewisburg, PA
Lebanon, PA
Jacobus, PA
Nicole D. Keefe, Nursing: Leadership
Duncannon, PA
Connie J. Perkins, Nursing: Leadership
Shinglehouse, PA
Danielle M. Peterman, Nursing: Education
Linda B. Stark, Nursing: Education
Jeffrey A. Stroup, Nursing: Education
Altoona, PA
Binghamton, NY
Palmyra, PA
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Academic Attire
The traditional attire worn at Commencement exercises indicate the academic achievement of the
individuals taking part in the ceremony. Its use, which originated at English and European universities during
the twelfth and thirteenth centuries came to the United States in 1754 with the founding of Kings College
(now Columbia University).
In 1895 the Intercollegiate Commission, a group of leading American educators, met at Columbia to
draft a code to regulate the design of gowns and hoods for various degrees and to fix the colors indicating
the various academic disciplines. This code has been adopted by most colleges and universities in the United
States. It was revised in 1932 and again in 1959.
Gowns: The color as well as cut of the gowns varies. Although most doctoral gowns are black, some are
the color of the university conferring the degree. The doctoral gown is trimmed in velvet with three twoinch bars on the sleeves and a five-inch border extending from the back of the neck down the two sides in
front. Although usually black, the velvet may be of a color indicating the nature of the degree. Masters’ and
Bachelors’ gowns have no such trim.
The level of degree held is indicated by the cut of the gown. Doctoral gowns have full sleeves which
are round and open. Gowns worn by Bachelors have long pointed sleeves and those worn by Masters have
long, closed fuller sleeves, which reach nearly to the wearer’s knees. The arm goes through a slit giving the
appearance of short sleeves.
Hoods: The hood seems to have had a more practical origin. During the Middle Ages monks wore
hoods to protect their tonsured heads in the winter and as a container to collect alms. It is the most significant
part of academic attire. Its shape and size indicate the degree of the wearer. The color of the velvet border
indicates the academic field. The lining represents the colors of the institution granting the degree. The
Bachelor’s hood is three feet long and has a two-inch velvet border; the Master’s hood is three and one-half
feet long and has a three inch border; and the Doctor’s hood is four feet with a five inch border. The Mansfield
University hood is lined with red and black stripes.
Traditional Colors: Representative colors that one often sees are:
Black........................................................................ Associates
Citron............................................Social Science, Social Work
White............................................................. Arts and Letters
Gold......................Science, Computer & Information Science
Pink................................................................................. Music
Light blue..................................................................Education
Apricot.........................................................................Nursing
Drab....................................................Business Administration
Mortarboards: The mortarboard cap evolved from the skull cap worn by monks of the twelfth
and thirteenth centuries. It is usually black. Tassels are worn over the left front quarter by degree holders;
candidates wear the tassel over the right front quarter.
The Presidential Medallion: In the early 1980’s, a Mansfield State College Commencement
Committee enlisted the expertise of two faculty members to design a presidential medallion and neckpiece in
honor of the institution’s designation effective July 1, 1983 as Mansfield University. Mr. Thomas H. Loomis,
a faculty member in the Art Department, designed and fashioned the metal portion of the medallion using
the Pennsylvania State seal as a base. Mrs. Mary Lee Trowbridge, a faculty member in the Home Economics
Department, designed the neckpiece in red velvet with black stitching. The gold color base of the medallion,
together with the neckpiece highlighting the institutional colors of red and black, symbolize the proud
traditions of the university.
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Mansfield University Brass Band
SOLO B-FLAT CORNET
Bryan Carr
Nick Goldkranz
Alyssa Kennedy
Kyle Muldoon
SOLO TENOR HORN
Tom Fish
1ST E-FLAT
TENOR HORN
Diana Allan
2ND BARITONE
E-FLAT TUBA
Derek Smilowski
Dillon Brouse
Tacie Tews
EUPHONIUM
Marissa Pattison
Aaron Shafer
2ND B-FLAT CORNET
Aaron Ferster
Brandon Houtz
2ND E-FLAT
TENOR HORN
Dylan Krall
3RD B-FLAT CORNET
John Beirne
Brielle Sherman
1ST TROMBONE
T.J. Harris
Julia Federico
Virginia Davis
Morgan Feick
Andrew Putt
PERCUSSION
2ND TROMBONE
1ST BARITONE
BB-FLAT TUBA
Holly Burrell
Michael Carson
FLUGELHORN
BASS TROMBONE
Kaitlyn Meyer
Ben Delong
Jon Ceresini
Chris Medycki
James Swavely
Tanya Tews
Board of Governors
Sen. Richard Alloway II, Chambersburg, PA
Rep. Matthew E. Baker, Wellsboro, PA
Jennifer G. Branstetter, Harrisburg, PA
Marie Conley, Vice Chair, Harrisburg, PA
Gov. Tom Corbett, Harrisburg, PA
Sara J. Dickson, Student, Clarion Univ., PA
Laura E. Ellsworth, Sewickley, PA
Carolyn C. Dumaresq, Harrisburg, PA
Christopher H. Franklin, Paoli, PA
Rep. Michael K. Hanna, Lock Haven, PA
Jonathan B. Mack, Indiana, PA
David M. Maser, Philadelphia, PA
Joseph F. McGinn, Linwood, PA
Guido M. Pichini, Chairman, Wyomissing, PA
Robert S. Taylor, New Hope, PA
Aaron A. Walton, Vice Chair, Allison Park, PA
Sen. John T. Yudichak, Nanticoke
Frank T. Brogan, Harrisburg, PA, Chancellor..................
Council of Trustees
Mr. Steven M. Crawford, Camp Hill, PA
Mr. Max P. Gannon Jr., Towanda, PA
Mr. Patrick D. Henderson, Harrisburg, PA
Ms. Bobbi J. Kilmer, Towanda, PA
Mr. Ralph H. Meyer, South Waverly, PA
Ms. Karen J. Russell, Mansfield, PA
Dr. Robert D. Strohecker ('91), Mansfield, PA
Mr. Zane Swanger - Student, Mansfield, PA
Ms. Pamela A. Witmer, Harrisburg, PA
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Class of 2013 Gift Dedications
The graduating class of 2013 is proud to announce that money has been raised toward a class gift,
which will be dedicated to Mansfield University. The tradition of the class gift is long-standing. The gift is
given by the students as a way of saying “thank you” to Mansfield University for the preparation they have
received for their futures.
Parents, family and members of the Class of 2013 who contributed to the Class Gift are listed below
with a message of thanks to those who helped and supported them while they were students. A special
thank you is extended to those classmates who spent hours volunteering their time and service to this
worthy cause.
Messages From Students
My Family
Ricky, WE DID IT! Thank you for late nights, drying tears and never accepting excuses! Maddie, thank you for
being so patient while mommy did homework and always believing in me and helping with brother! Jacob, I love
you! Con todo lo que soy! -Amber Borreli
Mom & Hamilton
Mom, thank you for making it possible for me to go to college and never letting me give up! Hamilton, thank
you for pushing me to do my best and all of the studying, maps and night classes you survived! -Kylie Swain
Mansfield University Faculty
This is dedicated to the following Mansfield University of Pennsylvania faculty members who had a direct impact
on completing this phase of my education both in and out of the classrooms. I sincerely thank you all: Dr. Andrea
Harris, Dr. Howard Iseri, Dr. Bonnie Kutbay, Dr. Clarence Lienhard, Dr. Yucong Liu, Professor John Phillips,
Dr. Linda Rashidi, Dr. Philippe Savoye, Dr. Jaesung Sim, Dr. David Solan, Dr. John Ulrich, Dr. Jianfeng
Wang, Arlene Brown, Denise Davey, Rachel Green, Jeanette Jacobs, Jan Yoder. -Clark Hewitt Jr.
My Loving Family
Thank you for all the love, support and encouragement you have given me over the years. I couldn’t have done
this without each and every one of you. I love you all. -Sherry Stoudt
Dr. Brian Bridgeforth and Dr. Dennis Murray
Thank you both for your support, your encouragement and mostly for believing in me. I value and admire both
of you as professors, mentors, bosses and more importantly friends. -Sherry Stoudt
Linda Thank you, Linda, for all your support and encouragement in helping me be where I am today! It was a privilege
to further my education with you! Congratulations on a job well done. -Elisabeth Evans
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My Family
To my family: thanks for always supporting me. I could not have gotten here without all of you and cannot show
enough appreciation. To my Brothers: I will miss you guys and the shenanigans. Phi Alpha. -Mark Phifer, Jr.
Bryce, Zeke, Mom, Dad
Bryce and Zeke, anything is possible if you work hard and believe in yourself. Mom and Dad, your patience and
support helped make this happen. I love you all, thank you for believing in me. -Lorinda
Messages To Students
Lindsay Brown
Great job! We are so proud of you and know you have worked very hard. You will definitely get where you want to
go! Dad would be proud of you and always was. -Love, the whole family
Meredith Linn Foster
How quickly the years have passed by. You have grown into a wonderful young lady. You have always made us so
proud of you. Enjoy your special day and congratulations. -Love you always, Mom and Dad
Michael ‘Connor’ Kenyan We are so proud of the man you have become. You have met all of your challenges with great determination and
have succeeded! We love you and we know your future will be bright! -Mom & Dad
Kylie Swain Kylie, Congratulations on your Graduation Day! You’ve worked so hard to achieve all of your goals. We couldn’t be more
proud of you! Enjoy this moment as you reflect on all your hard work! -Love, Mom, Dad, Scotty, Nan & Poppy
Ako Sayed
Congratulations! I am so proud of the man you have become. You have such a promising future. I look forward to
being by your side as you make all your hopes and dreams come true. -I love you, Aubree
Ethan R. Smith
Ethan, We are so proud of you and all you have accomplished at Mansfield University. Your dedication and
determination have led you to this day. We wish you all the best things in life! -We love you! Mom & Dad
Ethan R. Smith
Ethan, Congratulations to the best brother a girl could ask for!!! So proud of you!!! -Love, Piper
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