Olszewski of Granville graduates from Mount Ida College
NEWTON, MA – Elizabeth Olszewski graduated from Mount Ida College in Newton with the Bachelor of Science degree in Fashion Merchandising and Marketing. The degree was presented at Mount Ida’s 116th commencement exercises held on May 11, 2015
Millikan receives The American Institute of Chemists Award
KEENE, NH – Sean Millikan of Westfield was recently honored by Keene State College with the The American Institute of Chemists Award. This award is given to an outstanding senior majoring in Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry or Chemical Engineering.
Millikan Graduated from Keene State College
KEENE, NH – On Saturday, May 9, Keene State College’s Commencement honored the graduating class of 2015. Among the graduates was the following local student: Sean Millikan of Westfield graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry.
NW Catholic High School Graduate Named to Spring Dean’s List SELINSGROVE, PA – Abigail Johnson, of Granville, was named to Susquehanna University’s dean’s list for the spring 2015 semester. The dean’s list recognizes students who achieve a grade point average of 3.4 or higher out of a possible 4.0 for the semester. To qualify, students must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours. Johnson is a neuroscience major in the Class of 2015. A 2011 graduate of NW Catholic High School, she is the daughter of Don Johnson and Martha Lilja-Johnson.
Martell of Southwick Graduates from St. Lawrence University
CANTON, NY – Joshua T. Martell of Southwick was one of nearly 600 students who received bachelor degrees from St. Lawrence University during Commencement ceremonies held on May 17 in Canton, New York. Martell received the degree of bachelor of science. Martell is a member of the Class of 2015 and majored in biology – physics. Martell graduated from Southwick-Tolland Regional High School. Four honorary degree recipients spoke during St. Lawrence University’s Commencement, including award-winning songwriter Judy Hart Angelo, hedge fund pioneer John M. Angelo, chair of the Baseball Hall of Fame Jane Clark, and garden historian Peter Hatch.
Springfield College Recognizes Dean’s List Students for the 2015 Spring Semester
SPRINGFIELD – Springfield College Recognizes Dean’s List Students for the 2015 Spring Semester.
Roseanna Lacas of Westfield. Lacas is studying Athletic Training.
Alyssa Cousineau of Westfield. Cousineau is studying Biology.
Megan Baildon of Southwick. Baildon is studying Computer and Information Sciences.
Jacob Wingate of Westfield. Wingate is studying Computer Graphics/Digital Arts.
Christopher Unger of Westfield. Unger is studying General Studies.
Nicholas Fielding of Granville. Fielding is studying Health Science/Pre-Physician Assistant.
Michelle Morgan of Westfield. Morgan is studying Health Science/Pre-Physical Therapy.
Olga Tereshchuk of Russell. Tereshchuk is studying Health Science/Pre-Physical Therapy.
Jordyn Willey of Southwick. Willey is studying Health Science/Pre-Physical Therapy.
Taryn Hamel of Westfield. Hamel is studying Mathematics.
Matthew LaCroix of Westfield. LaCroix is studying Movement and Sport Studies.
Katelyn Diamond of Westfield. Diamond is studying Psychology.
Amelia Erwin of Westfield. Erwin is studying Psychology.
Erika Mason of Blanford. Mason is studying Psychology.
Jonathan DiSanto of Westfield. DiSanto is studying Recreation Management.
Brooke Fairman of Huntington. Fairman is studying Sport Management.
Christopher Paradis of Westfield. Paradis is studying Sport Management.
James Stinehart of Southwick. Stinehart is studying Sport Management.
Carina Soto of Westfield. Soto is studying Youth Development.
Criteria for selection to the dean’s list are as follows: The student must have completed a minimum of 12 credit hours of graded coursework for the semester, exclusive of “P” grades; the student must not have any incompletes, missing grades or “CPs” in the designated semester; the student must have a minimum semester grade point average of 3.500 for the semester; and the student must not have been barred from the dean’s list due to a disciplinary action.
Charette of Westfield Earns Dean’s List Honors at Nazareth College
ROCHESTER, NY – Nazareth College is proud to announce that Nicole Charette of Westfield has been named to the dean’s list for the Spring 2015 semester. Charette is majoring in Sociology and Inclusive Education. A student’s grade point average must be at least 3.5 or above, and they must complete 12 credit hours of graded work that semester in order to be included on the dean’s list at Nazareth.
Army Spc. Duncan A. Clark has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises. Clark is the brother of Trevor Carey of Southwick, Maine. He is a 2010 graduate of Southwick-Tolland Regional High School, Southwick. He earned a bachelor’s degree in 2014 from Westfield State University, Westfield.
Syracuse, N.Y. – Marilyn Pamela Musterait of Westfield was named to the Dean’s List at Syracuse University. Marilyn is pursuing a double major in Forensic Psychology with a minor in Sociology. To be eligible for the Dean’s List a student must achieve a 3.7 – 4.0 G.P.A.
Local Resident Graduates from Hamilton College
Clinton, N.Y. — Kerri E. Grimaldi, daughter of Richard and Nancy Grimaldi of Westfield, received a bachelor of arts degree from Hamilton College on Sunday, May 24, at the Commencement ceremony concluding the college’s 203rd year. Hamilton awarded 505 diplomas in the ceremony. American businessman Philip Murphy, the former U.S. Ambassador to Germany, delivered the
Commencement address. An English major at Hamilton, Grimaldi graduated cum laude with departmental honors in English. She now joins an alumni body of more than 20,000, many of whom have made important contributions to business, the professions, government and the arts.
Lasell College Announces 2015 Graduates
NEWTON, MA – Lasell College announces the graduating class of 2015. Commencement exercises were held on the Newton, MA campus in May 2015. Among the graduates were Alexa Frasco of Southwick who received a BA degree and majored in IDS Individualized and Emily Kochanek of Westfield who received a BA degree and majored in Communication
Calabrese named to Dean’s List at Paul Smith’s College
PAUL SMITHS, NY – Mary Calabrese of Westfield has been named to the Dean’s List at Paul Smith’s College for the Spring 2015 semester. Calabrese, who is majoring in baking arts and service management, earned a semester average of 3.3 or higher to receive this distinction.Calabrese was also named an Adirondack Scholar, having achieved a cumulative average of at least 3.8.
U.S. Air National Guard Airman 1st Class Carissa L. Tryba graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.
Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Tryba is the daughter of Dale Tryba of Southwick and Lea Jones of Chicopee, step-daughter of Jill Tryba of Southwick and granddaughter of Sandra Howell of Hampden. She is also the sister of Britney Tryba and Tom Tryba. The airman graduated in 2007 from Chicopee Academy, Chicopee.
Local Residents Named to Spring Nichols College Dean’s List
DUDLEY, MA – Nichols College in Dudley has recognized 454 students who achieved Dean’s List or Dean’s High Honors for their academic work during the just completed spring term. Andrew Hess of the Nichols Class of 2015 and Westfield has achieved Dean’s List for academic work during the just completed Spring term. Jeffrey Turrini of the Nichols Class of 2015 and Southwick has achieved Dean’s List for academic work during the just completed Spring term. The Dean’s List recognizes students who have achieved high grades during a single semester. In order to be included in the Dean’s List, a student must maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.2 for at least 12 credit-hours and receive no grade below a C+ during the semester. A student who earns a grade point average of 3.6 or higher is awarded Dean’s High Honors.
Local Residents Receive Degrees at 147th WPI Commencement
WORCESTER – The largest graduating class in WPI’s history, 1,680 students, received their degrees beneath a large, billowing tent that shielded graduates and well-wishers from the sun that occasionally peeked from behind generally cloudy skies. In all, the Institute awarded 956 bachelor’s degrees, 682 master’s degrees, and 42 PhDs during its 147th Commencement exercises.
The following local residents recently graduated from Worcester Polytechnic Institute.
Gabrielle Bitzas of Westfield was awarded a bachelor of science degree in biology and biotechnology.
Brittany Rhodes of Westfield was awarded a bachelor of science degree in biomedical engineering.
Michael Enko of Westfield was awarded a bachelor of science degree in civil engineering with distinction.
Benjamin Senecal of Montgomery was awarded a bachelor of science degree in computer science with high distinction.
James Crean of Westfield, was awarded a master of science degree in manufacturing management.
Travis Fanion of Westfield was awarded a master of business administration degree.
David Eufemia of Southwick was awarded a bachelor of science degree in mathematical sciences with distinction.
Brandon Shaw of Westfield was awarded a bachelor of science degree in mechanical engineering with distinction.
Zachary Bell of Westfield was awarded a master of science.
Army Pvt. Ashley M. Lafond has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises. Lafond is the daughter of Julie Lafond of Bondsville. She is a 2011 graduate of Westfield Vocational Technical High School.
Saint Anselm College Dean’s List
MANCHESTER, N.H – Mark W. Cronin, Dean of the College, announced that the following students were named to the Dean’s List for the Spring 2015 semester at Saint Anselm College, Manchester, NH. To be eligible for this honor, a student must compile a grade point average of 3.0 or better.
Westfield
Rachael M. Mahoney, Business, 2018
Sierra B. Swords, Biochemistry, 2016
Tyler J. Wilk, Criminal Justice, 2017
Clinton, N.Y. – The following local students have been named to the Dean’s List at Hamilton College for the 2015 spring semester:
Shannon C. Boley, daughter of Kathleen Shea of Westfield and Christopher Boley of Woodstock. Boley, a rising junior majoring in religious studies, is a graduate of Westfield High School.
Kerri E. Grimaldi, daughter of Richard and Nancy Grimaldi of Westfield. Grimaldi, a May graduate, majored in English at Hamilton.
To be named to the Dean’s List, a student must have carried throughout the semester a course load of four or more graded credits with an average of 3.5 or above.
Students from Westfield named to Spring 2015 Dean’s List at Mount Ida College
NEWTON, MA – Alexi Minicucci a Pre Dental Hygiene major from Westfield has been named to the Spring 2015 Dean’s List at Mount Ida College in Newton for achieving a GPA of 3.33 or higher.
Westfield student James Lentini Presents Research at Assumption College’s Undergraduate Symposium
WORCESTER – James Lentini of Westfield, an Accounting and Economics double major and member of the class of 2015, presented his project “A Potential to Decrease Obesity.” at Assumption College’s 21st Undergraduate Symposium on April 20-21. James looked into Crossfit’s potential to curb obesity in the greater population.
Westfield Resident James Lentini Honored at Assumption College’s 31st Honors Convocation
WORCESTER – James Lentini, a resident of Westfield and member of Assumption College’s Class of 2015, received the Luca Pacioli Accounting Achievement Award at the College’s 31st Annual Honors Convocation. 72 students were recognized for academic excellence during the ceremony, which was held on campus in the Chapel of the Holy Spirit. Awards ranged from departmental honors to special subject-specific recognitions, to Augustine Scholarships, the College’s highest academic honor.
Westfield Student James Lentini Awarded Diploma from Assumption College
WORCESTER – James Lentini of Westfield was awarded a Bachelor’s degree at Assumption College’s 98th Commencement ceremony, graduating with a double major in Economics and Accounting. The ceremony was held May 16 on the campus’s H.L. Rocheleau Field, where 455 Bachelor of Arts degrees; 195 graduate studies degrees (Master of Arts and Master of Business Administration) and certificates; and 41 Continuing and Career Education degrees (Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor of Science, and associates) were awarded.
Emmanuel College Celebrates 93rd Commencement Exercises
BOSTON- On May 9, Emmanuel College celebrated its 93rd Commencement Exercises on its campus in Boston. The College conferred undergraduate degrees in Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts and Bachelor of Science during the ceremony, which featured Commencement speaker Archbishop of Boston Cardinal Sean P. O’Malley, OFM Cap. The College conferred degrees on the following local students:
Laura Ziter of Westfield received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a concentration in counseling and health. Ziter graduated magna cum laude.
Hannah Cain of Westfield received a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting.
Paige Sullivan of Southwick received a Bachelor of Arts in a double major of Liberal Studies and Elementary Education.
Emmanuel College Announces Spring 2015 Dean’s List
BOSTON – In honor of their outstanding academic achievement, Emmanuel College has named more than 500 students to the Dean’s List for the Spring 2015 semester. To earn a spot on the Dean’s List, Emmanuel students must achieve a grade point average of 3.5 or higher for a 16-credit semester. The following local students were recognized:
Alyssa Carson of Westfield
Paige Sullivan of Southwick
Simone Thibault of Southwick
Laura Ziter of Westfield
Bryant University Student Named to Dean’s List
SMITHFIELD, RI – The spring semester Dean’s List at Bryant University includes the following area residents:
Brian C Chambers, a Senior in Accounting from Westfield
Brianna L Cote, a Senior in Applied Mathematics and Statistics from Southwick
Arturo A Cruz, a Junior in Global Supply Chain Management from Westfield
David R Desmarais, a Senior in Marketing from Westfield
Nicholas K Lagoditz, a Senior in Accounting from Westfield
Joshua R Noel, a Sophomore in Management from Southwick
Hofstra Congratulates Local Students on Spring 2015 Dean’s List
HEMPSTEAD, NY – Hofstra University congratulates the students named to the Spring 2015 Dean’s List for their outstanding academic achievement. Students must earn a grade point average of at least 3.5 during the semester to make the Dean’s List.
Among the local students who earned a spot on the Dean’s List were Taylor Dube and Sarah Fitzgerald of Westfield.
Senior Hannah Placzek, of Westfield daughter of Kathleen MacLean and Vincent Placzek, is the recipient of David A. Diener Mathematics Achievement Award, and is a member of the Hartwick College Honor Society The David A. Diener Mathematics Achievement Award is given to one or more mathematics majors for excellent work in their field. This award is given in honor of Professor Emeritus of Mathematics Dr. David Diener, a member of the Hartwick faculty from 1968 to 2000. This Hartwick College Honor Society was formed in 1951 to emphasize scholarship in the life of Hartwick students. Election is made by unanimous vote of the faculty members of the society. Original charter faculty members were those who were honored by election to Phi Beta Kappa. Placzek is majoring in mathematics.
Alan Robert (Robby) Veronesi graduated from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, on May 8th. Robby received a Bachelor of Science degree in Communication, majoring in Journalism and Electronic Media, with minors in Geography and Psychology. He graduated with cum laude honors from the College of Communication and Information.
Robby was a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars, UT Student Alumni Associates, and Volunteers for Christ campus ministry. He worked for the UT Sports Media Relations department, serving as the Sports Information Director for Men’s and Women’s Intercollegiate Swimming and Diving, and served as a staff writer and photographer for the online “Tennessee Journalist, covering all University sports.
He is the son of Bob and Karen Veronesi of Westfield and graduated in 2010 from Williston Northampton School.
Gendreau Named To Little East Spring Academic All-Conference Team
KEENE, NH – Laura Gendreau has been named to the Little East Conference Spring Academic All-Conference team. Gendreau, a member of the Keene State College Women’s Lacrosse team, class of 2016 and native of Westfield is majoring in Management. To be named a Spring All-Academic awardee, a student-athlete must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.3 or higher through the 2015 spring semester and be at least a sophomore academically and athletically. The student-athlete must also be a full-time member of a varsity sport and be enrolled in the institution for a full academic year.
Flanders Named to Castleton President’s List
CASTLETON, VT – Callie Flanders of Southwick was recently named to the Castleton College President’s List for the spring semester of the 2014-15 academic year. To qualify for this highest academic honor, the student must maintain full-time status and a semester grade point average of 4.0.
Sheehan Named to Castleton Dean’s List
CASTLETON, VT – Lauren Sheehan of Westfield, MA was recently named to the Castleton College Dean’s List for the spring semester of the 2014-15 academic year.To qualify for this academic honor, the student must maintain full-time status and a semester grade point average of 3.5.
Beaulieu Earns Faculty Honors at Georgia Tech
ATLANTA, GA – Christopher Beaulieu of Chester earned the distinction of Faculty Honors for Spring 2015 at the Georgia Institute of Technology. This designation is awarded to undergraduate students who have a 4.0 academic average for the semester.
Students Named to Assumption College’s Spring 2015 Dean’s List
WORCESTER – Recognizing outstanding student academic achievement, Assumption College has named 549 students to the undergraduate Dean’s List for the fall 2014 semester. To earn a spot on the Dean’s List, Assumption students must achieve a grade point average of 3.5 for a five-class, 15-credit semester.
“Assumption College is proud of the students named to the Spring 2015 Dean’s List, many of whom balance a number of demanding academic, extra-curricular and community service responsibilities,” said College President Francesco C. Cesareo, Ph.D., “The students who earned this prestigious honor have proven themselves to be devoted scholars in their academic journey to lead a life of knowledge, integrity and compassion. Their Assumption education will serve them well in their pursuit of success as they light the way in their chosen field.”
The following students were named to the spring 2015 Dean’s List: James Lentini of Westfield a member of the class of 2015 and Dominick Ciejka of Westfield a member of the class of 2018.
Sullivan Makes Goodwin College President’s List for Spring 2015
EAST HARTFORD, CT – Tolland resident Amanda Sullivan has achieved a perfect 4.0 grade point average at Goodwin College for the Summer 2015 session, earning a spot on the elite President’s List. The List is the highest academic honor roll at Goodwin College, a nonprofit school that believes that all students are capable of great success academically, professionally, and in their personal lives. Students like Sullivan exemplify the rigorous work ethic and commitment to education it takes to succeed in higher education. Goodwin College congratulates Amanda on making the Dean’s List and demonstrating such a high standard of excellence in the classroom and beyond.
Sullivan Makes Goodwin Dean’s List for Fall 2014
EAST HARTFORD, CT – Amanda Sullivan has earned a spot on the Goodwin College Dean’s List for the Spring 2015.
Amanda, a student from Tolland, is one of 983 students to make the Dean’s List, reserved for those who demonstrate great academic performance. Dean’s List inclusion requires a student to earn a minimum 3.5 GPA, the equivalent of an A- average, during a given academic session. The student must also be enrolled in a minimum of six academic credits to qualify.
Goodwin College congratulates Amanda on making the Dean’s List and demonstrating such a high standard of excellence in the classroom and beyond.
Beverly, MA – Endicott College is pleased to announce the Dean’s List students for spring, 2015. In order to qualify for the Dean’s List, a student must obtain a minimum grade point average of 3.5, receive no grade below a “C”, have no withdrawal grades, and be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credits for the semester. The following students have met those requirements: Nicole Marie Chartier is the daughter of David & Dawn Chartier of Westfield. Nicole is a Sophomore majoring in Nursing. Sarah Anne Crosby is the daughter of Robert & Cynthia Crosby of Southwick. Sarah is a Senior majoring in Psychology.
McCormick named To Spring 2015 Dean’s List At Stonehill College
EASTON, MA – Zachary McCormick of Westfield was named to the Spring 2015 Dean’s List at Stonehill College. To qualify for the Dean’s List, students must have a semester grade point average of 3.50 or better and must have completed successfully all courses for which they were registered.
Students Named to University of Hartford Dean’s List
WEST HARTFORD, CT – The University of Hartford is pleased to announce the following local students have been named to the Dean’s List for Spring 2015.
Erik Stinehart of Southwick
Arif Alston of Westfield
Patrick Bowler of Westfield
Rebecca Cameron of Westfield
Sean Tanguay of Westfield
Luke Zayac of Westfield
Area Residents Named to Dean’s List at Providence College
PROVIDENCE, RI – The following area residents have been named to the Dean’s List at Providence College for the Spring 2015 semester:
Caroline Foley of Westfield and a member of the class of 2017
Matthew Merchant of Southwick and a member of the class of 2017
Brian Sheil of Southwick and a member of the class of 2018
Melissa Sheil of Southwick and a member of the class of 2016
To qualify for the Dean’s List, students must achieve at least a 3.55 grade point average with a minimum of 12 credits.
Local Students Graduate from Western New England University
SPRINGFIELD – The following students received degrees from Western New England University on May 16:
Benjamin Chapman of Westfield
Kathryn Coward of Southwick
Christina Helberg of Southwick
Alexis Jerusik of Southwick
Nina Johnson of Westfield
Natalie Kowalczyk of Westfield
Rea Lee of Southwick
Nina Losito of Southwick
Chelsea Miemiec of Westfield
Stephen O’Brien of Westfield
Matthew O’Connor of Westfield
Mark Plasse of Southwick
Natasha Santiago of Westfield
Ryan Scott of Southwick
Richard Sullivan of Westfield
Cathleen Thomas of Westfield
Susan Wessels of Chester
Steven Williams of Westfield
Students Named to President’s List at Western New England University
SPRINGFIELD – The following students have been named to the President’s List at Western New England for the spring semester of 2015. Students are named to the President’s List for achieving a semester grade point average of 3.80 or higher.
Dawn E. Heideman of Westfield
Samantha R. Lander of Westfield
Stephen P. O’Brien of Westfield
Matthew J. O’Connor of Westfield
John W. Oleksak of Westfield
Leane A. Ruelle of Westfield
Ryan J. Wallace of Westfield
Students Named to Dean’s List at Western New England University
SPRINGFIELD – The following students have been named to Dean’s List at Western New England for the Spring semester of 2015. Students are named to the Dean’s List for achieving a semester grade point average of 3.30 or higher.
Alec M. Bewsee of Westfield
Anna R. Pickard of Southwick
Benjamin M. Chapman of Westfield
Briana K. Kubik of Blandford
Briana L. Benish of Westfield
Daniel J. Florek of Westfield
David Kisala of Southwick
Lyndon C. Ondrick of Montgomery
Gabrielle L. Vazquez-Rodriguez of Westfield
Joshua T. Klaubert of Russell
Christina L. Helberg of Southwick
Irene R. Costello of Westfield
James M. Deats of Westfield
Joshua A. Jacobson of Westfield
Rea Lee of Southwick
Mark A. Plasse of Southwick
Matthew T. Degray of Westfield
Alyssa-Monet Miller of Southwick
Mark A. Plasse, Sr. of Southwick
Ryan M. Scott of Southwick
Stanislav T. Pchelka of Westfield
Thomas E. Searles of Granville
Zachary E. Kusnierz of Westfield
Cathleen R. Tenero of Westfield
Students Earn Degrees as Members of The College of Saint Rose Class of 2015
ALBANY, NY – The College of Saint Rose in Albany, New York, today announced that 1,510 students earned undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates of advanced study as members of the College’s Class of 2015.
Students from this area awarded degrees are:
Jessica Lamoureaux of Southwick graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree and Cassandra Hawk of Westfield graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree.
LaPlante Named to President’s List at Western New England University
SPRINGFIELD a- Christy A. LaPlante of Westfield has been named to the President’s List at Western New England for the spring semester of 2015. LaPlante is working towards a Doctor of Pharmacy degree. Students are named to the President’s List for achieving a semester grade point average of 3.80 or higher.
Students Named to Dean’s List at Western New England University
SPRINGFIELD – The following students, working toward a Doctor of Pharmacy degree, have been named to the Dean’s List at Western New England for the spring semester of 2015. Students are named to the Dean’s List for achieving a semester grade point average of 3.80 or higher.
Janessa Holder of Westfield
Aleksandr Merenkov of Westfield
Jacob Morrill of Wesfield
Westfield resident Elizabeth Patton was recently graduated from La Salle University in Philadelphia with a degree in Nursing.
Students Named to Dean’s List at Western New England University
SPRINGFIELD – The following students have been named to Dean’s List at Western New England for the spring semester of 2015. Students are named to the Dean’s List for achieving a semester grade point average of 3.30 or higher.
Alec M. Bewsee of Westfield
Anna R. Pickard of Southwick
Benjamin M. Chapman of Westfield
Briana K. Kubik of Blandford
Briana L. Benish of Westfield
Daniel J. Florek of Westfield
David Kisala of Southwick
Lyndon C. Ondrick of Montgomery
Gabrielle L. Vazquez-Rodriguez of Westfield
Joshua T. Klaubert of Russell
Christina L. Helberg of Southwick
Irene R. Costello of Westfield
James M. Deats of Westfield
Joshua A. Jacobson of Westfield
Rea Lee of Southwick
Mark A. Plasse of Southwick
Matthew T. Degray of Westfield
Alyssa-Monet Miller of Southwick
Mark A. Plasse, Sr. of Southwick
Ryan M. Scott of Southwick
Stanislav T. Pchelka of Westfield
Thomas E. Searles of Granville
Zachary E. Kusnierz of Westfield
Cathleen R. Tenero of Westfield
Students Named to the Dean’s List at the University of New Haven
WEST HAVEN, CT – The following students were named to the Dean’s List at the University of New Haven for the Spring 2015 semester. Full-time undergraduate students must have a 3.50 or better cumulative GPA for the semester to be eligible for the Dean’s List.
Lina Borges-Berdecia of Westfield
Natasha Muto of Westfield
Kyle Zabielski of Westfield
Springfield College Recognizes 2015 Graduates
SPRINGFIELD – Springfield College recently held its commencement weekend where 621 master’s degrees, nine certificates of advanced graduate study, 16 doctor of philosophy degrees, and 27 doctoral of physical therapy degrees were awarded at the graduate commencement ceremony. At the undergraduate commencement, 973 bachelor’s degrees were awarded for a two-day total of 1646 degrees.
The following area residents were recognized for studies completed in 2015:
Jacob Wingate of Westfield has earned a bachelor’s of science degree in Computer Graphics/Digital Arts
Kelli Nielsen of Westfield has earned a Certificate of Advanced Study degree in Education
Elizabeth Moller of Westfield has earned a bachelor’s of science degree in Health Science/Pre-physician Assistant
Sara Boersig of Westfield has earned a master’s of science degree in Physician Assistant
Erika Mason of Blanford has earned a bachelor’s of science degree in Psychology
Amelia Erwin of Westfield has earned a bachelor’s of science degree in Psychology
Jonathan DiSanto of Westfield has earned a bachelor’s of science degree in Recreation Management
Karen Cree of Westfield has earned a master’s of social work degree in Social Work
Briana Carbone of Westfield has earned a master’s of social work degree in Social Work
Kristin Robtoy of Granville has earned a master’s of social work degree in Social Work
American International College Announces Spring 2015 Dean’s List
SPRINGFIELD – American International College (AIC) in Springfield has named 461 students to the Spring 2015 Dean’s List. Dean’s List students are full-time students with a grade point average between 3.3 and 4.0.
Sydney Thompson of Russell majoring in Liberal Studies, has been named to the Spring 2015 Dean’s List at AIC.
Samuel Bovino of Southwick majoring in Nursing, has been named to the Spring 2015 Dean’s List at AIC.
Rosa Lezhnyak of Westfield majoring in Health Sciences, has been named to the Spring 2015 Dean’s List at AIC.
Rachel Smetana of Westfield majoring in Nursing, has been named to the Spring 2015 Dean’s List at AIC.
Montgomery Moses of Montgomery majoring in Health Sciences, has been named to the Spring 2015 Dean’s List at AIC.
Megen Navone of Southwick majoring in Communications, has been named to the Spring 2015 Dean’s List at AIC.
Mariya Mikhalinchik of Westfield majoring in Nursing, has been named to the Spring 2015 Dean’s List at AIC.
MacKenzie MacLeod of Westfield majoring in Sport & Recreation Management, has been named to the Spring 2015 Dean’s List at AIC.
Lily Iglesias of Blandford majoring in Nursing, has been named to the Spring 2015 Dean’s List at AIC.
Jason Burnusuz of Westfield majoring in Accounting, has been named to the Spring 2015 Dean’s List at AIC.
Inna Pavlyuk of Westfield majoring in Biology, has been named to the Spring 2015 Dean’s List at AIC.
Iarsolav Loshchinin of Southwick majoring in General Business, has been named to the Spring 2015 Dean’s List at AIC.
Emily Hickey of Southwick majoring in Criminal Justice, has been named to the Spring 2015 Dean’s List at AIC.
Elaine Dellaripa of Westfield majoring in Nursing, has been named to the Spring 2015 Dean’s List at AIC.
David Shapovalov of Southwick, MA, majoring in Marketing, has been named to the Spring 2015 Dean’s List at AIC.
Cole Ludorf of Southwick, MA, majoring in New Media, has been named to the Spring 2015 Dean’s List at AIC.
Brittany Egerton of Westfield majoring in Nursing, has been named to the Spring 2015 Dean’s List at AIC.
Briana Solek of Southwick majoring in Nursing, has been named to the Spring 2015 Dean’s List at AIC.
Andrew Bean of Westfield majoring in Nursing, has been named to the Spring 2015 Dean’s List at AIC.
University of Rhode Island awards about 3,200 undergraduate degrees at commencement
KINGSTON, RI – At the University of Rhode Island’s 129th Commencement on Saturday and Sunday, May 16-17, 2015, about 3,200 undergraduate and 660 graduate students became the University’s newest alumni.
The following students from your area were awarded undergraduate degrees from the University of Rhode Island:
Jay Mcgrath of Westfield received a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
Krystle L Schultz of Westfield received a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science and Technology, Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology, Marine Biology Summa Cum Laude
University of New Hampshire Announces Students to the Dean’s List for the Spring Semester of the 2014-2015 Academic Year
DURHAM, NH – The following students have been named to the Dean’s List at the University of New Hampshire for the spring semester of the 2014-2015 academic year.
Eleni Ottalagana of Southwick has earned High Honors
Jason Michonski of Westfield has earned High Honors
John Templeton of Westfield has earned Honors
Devin O’Grady of Westfield has earned Highest Honors
Students named to the Dean’s List at the University of New Hampshire are students who have earned recognition through their superior scholastic performance. Highest honors are awarded to students who earn a semester grade point average of 3.85 or better out of a possible 4.0. Students with a 3.65 to 3.84 average are awarded high honors and students whose grade point average is 3.5 through 3.64 are awarded honors.
ALBANY, NY – The College of Saint Rose in Albany, New York, today announced that 733 students have been named to the Dean’s List for the spring 2015 semester.
Full-time students who complete a minimum of 12 credit hours and achieve a semester grade-point average of at least 3.5 with no grades of D, F, Incomplete or Pass/Fail are eligible for the Dean’s List.
Students from this area who are on the Dean’s List for spring 2015 are:
Wayde Dazelle of Westfield
Jessica Lamoureaux of Southwick
Jacob Mortensen of Westfield
Cassandra Hawk of Westfield
Christine Tompkins of Westfield
Melissa Welch of Westfield, a junior majoring in Nursing, has been named to the Spring Dean’s List at Elms College in Chicopee.
Navone Named Among Who’s Who in American Universities and Colleges
SPRINGFIELD – Megan Navone of Southwick was named among Who’s Who in American Universities and Colleges at American International College’s Spring 2015 Cocurricular ceremony.
This honor is awarded to juniors or seniors who have demonstrated personal growth through sustained leadership in clubs, organizations, athletics and/or in the community while serving as a positive role model both inside and outside of the classroom. These students are nationally recognized in the annual publication of Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges.
Former Westfield High School student graduates from Colgate University
HAMILTON, NY – Olivia Gamble, a Economics and Spanish major, from Westfield is a member of the Colgate University Class of 2015. Gamble is one of 732 students to graduate from Colgate on May 17 during the university’s 194th commencement.
