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Graduates and other noteworthy student achievements

Local Students Graduate from Western New England University
SPRINGFIELD – The following students received degrees from Western New England University on October 15.
Lisa A. Okscin of Westfield graduated with a Master of Science in Accounting degree.
Brian A. Rachele of Southwick graduated with a Master of Business Administration degree.

Zachariah Foster of Southwick Achieves High Honors at Kent School
KENT, CT – Zachariah Foster, a 5th form (11th grade) student at Kent School in Kent, Connecticut, was named to the high honor roll for the fall term of 2013-2014. Kent is a co-ed college preparatory school founded in 1906 in the tradition of the Episcopal Church. Located in northwestern Connecticut, the School offers boys and girls a rigorous and interesting academic program in a boarding environment. 560 boarding and day students from more than 40 countries and nearly as many states enjoy the excellent academic programs, enriching offerings in the arts, competitive athletic teams and spirited student body. Kent prepares young people for the most prestigious colleges and universities in the U.S. and abroad. For more information visit www.kent-school.edu.

Roger Williams University Announces 2013 Graduates
BRISTOL, RI – The following local residents were among more than 1,080 students from Roger Williams University to receive their degrees as part of the Class of 2013. Brian Balise , a resident of Westfield received a Master of Architecture and received a Bachelor of Science. Cahrissa Dasso , a resident of Westfield received a Bachelor of Arts.

Western New England University’s Holden Canty Named to Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges
SPRINGFIELD- Holden Canty of Westfield majoring in Accounting and Finance at Western New England University, has been selected for inclusion in the 2013-2014 edition of Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges. Canty is one of 30 students from Western New England University who have been selected as national outstanding campus leaders. The University’s nominating committee and editors of the annual directory have included Canty based on academic achievement, service to the community, leadership in extracurricular activities and potential for continued success.

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