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249 Students Graduate from Thiel College May 20, 2009 GREENVILLE, Pa—On May 3, 249 students earned degrees at Thiel College’s 135th Commencement ceremony. Graduates are listed below, separated by state and county. Graduates from foreign countries are listed at the end. PENNSYLVANIA Allegheny County Russell Matthew Brown graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science and psychology. He is the son of Russell and Tina Brown of McKeesport, Pa., and a member of Thiel’s political science, psychology, theatre and sophomore honoraries; Men’s Leadership, Thiel Leadership Development Institute, Thiel Players and Student Government Association. Brown also was president of the Class of 2009 and received departmental honors in political science. Vincent David Bruno received a Bachelor of Arts degree in applied physics and binary engineering. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Vincent P. Bruno of Brentwood, Pa.
Zachary David Bryte graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in history and religion. The son of the Rev. & Mrs. Scott A. Bryte of McCandless, Pa., Bryte also received departmental honors in religion, and was a member of Thiel’s Honor Program. Clarissa Ann Dellert received a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. She is the daughter of Patricia Ann Dellert of McCandless, Pa.
Anne Emily Fowler graduated cum laude with a degree in fine art. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Walter B. Fowler of Allison Park, Pa.
Jaclyn Marie Germeyer received a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education. The daughter of Thomas and Patricia Germeyer of Greentree, Pa., she is a member of Zeta Tau Alpha sorority and the senior honor society. Maggie Anne Giel graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication studies and media communication. The daughter of James Jr. and Sharyl Giel of Glenshaw, Pa., she is a member of Sigma Kappa sorority and several honorary societies. Giel also was senior class secretary and received departmental honors in communication. Heather Jane Gratzmiller graduated summa cum laude with a degree in elementary education. The daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Keith Gratzmiller of Monroeville, Pa., she was named one of four valedictorians, received departmental honors in education and was a member of Thiel’s Honors Program. Ellen Sarah Greis graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in English. She is a member of Chi Omega sorority and the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Frank X. Greis of South Park, Pa.
Scott Thomas Greis received a Bachelor of Arts degree in computer science. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Frank X. Greis of South Park, Pa. Jaclyn Mary Headrick received a Bachelor of Arts degree in history. She is the daughter of David and Paula Headrick of McKees Rocks, Pa. Ryan Andrew Jordan received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. John W. Jordan of Gibsonia, Pa. Matthew James Joy received a Bachelor of Arts degree in media communication. He is the son of Terri L. Joy of Coraopolis, Pa. Joseph C. Kramer received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Thomas L. Renda of Verona, Pa. William Michael Mills received a Bachelor of Arts degree in history. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Eric G. Johnson of Coraopolis, Pa.
Cameron Michael Mitchell, the son of Paul and Liz Mitchell of Shaler, Pa., received a Bachelor of Arts degree in media communication. Mitchell was a member of the track & field team for four years, including one as captain, and the senior class gift committee. Kirk Daniel Mullen graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English writing and communication studies. He received departmental honors in communication and English as well as the Dean’s Key, which is awarded to those on the Dean’s List for eight semesters. A member of the Thiel Honors Program and the senior class gift committee, Mullen is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Daniel B. Mullen of Bridgeville, Pa. Nancy Hope Nunnally graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in accounting and business administration. A member of the senior class gift committee, she is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Thomas M. Nunnally of Forest Hills, Pa. Randi Lynn Popp received a Bachelor of Arts degree in art. She is a member of Thiel World Organization, Women’s Leadership and the Art Club. Popp is the daughter of Paul and Carol Popp of Brookline, Pa. Jesse Michael Proie received a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. He is the son of Joseph W. Proie III of Castle Shannon, Pa. Thomas Michael Rothbauer graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in accounting and business administration. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Michael Rothbauer of McKeesport, Pa. Allyson Lynn Russell graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in English literature and English writing. A member of the senior class gift committee, she is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Bernard A. Russell of Garfield, Pa. Heather Michelle Sanders graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in criminal justice studies and sociology. She is a member of Chi Omega sorority, the Pre-Law Society and the Thiel Activities Board. Sanders is the daughter of Douglas and Heidi Heinz of Greentree, Pa. Phillip Randle Scott received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration. He is the son of Andrea Napier of Penn Hills, Pa. Catherine Ann Sieber received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business communication. The daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Michael W. Sieber of Glenshaw, Pa., she also received departmental honors in communication. Matthew Scott Stumpf received a Bachelor of Arts degree in accounting and business administration. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. David B. Stumpf of McKees Rocks, Pa. Mark J. Thompson received a Bachelor of Arts degree in mathematics. He is the son of Valerie S. Thompson of Bethel Park, Pa. He is a candidate for Pennsylvania Department of Education teacher certification. Ross Allen Watson Jr. received a Bachelor of Arts degree in criminal justice studies and sociology. Watson is a member of the men’s basketball team. He is the son of Ross A. Watson Sr. and the grandson of Shirley L. Watson, both of Pittsburgh. Katelyn Rose Weprich received a Bachelor of Science degree in communication sciences & disorders. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. John D. Weprich of Mt. Oliver, Pa.
Remington Jon Wolfgang received a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Ray Wolfgang of Pittsburgh, Pa. Kari Anne Zeleznick received a Bachelor of Arts degree in applied physics and binary engineering. She is the daughter of Patricia J. Zeleznick of South Park, Pa. Cayla Rose Zukowski graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in communication sciences & disorders and psychology. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Joseph A. Zukowski of Coraopolis, Pa. Armstrong County
Caitlin Elaine Rupert received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration and international business. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Tyler K. Rupert of Leechburg, Pa. Kayla Sue Rush graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology. She is a member of Zeta Tau Alpha sorority; the biology, Greek and senior honoraries; and the cheerleading squad. Rush is the daughter of Barry and Kimberly Rush of Kittanning, Pa. Timothy Robert Van Horn received a Bachelor of Arts degree in mathematics. He is a candidate for Pennsylvania Department of Education teacher certification. Van Horn is the son of Mary Jane Mousley of West Leechburg, Pa. Jeffrey Michael Zelonka graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology. A candidate for Pennsylvania Department of Education teacher certification, he is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Mike Zelonka of North Apollo, Pa. Beaver County Mark Allen Brewer received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Irvin E. Brewer of Beaver Falls, Pa.
Latiss Marie Celli received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration. She is the daughter of Angela Celli of Midland, Pa. Rebecca J. Miller graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in English literature. She is the daughter of Deanna K. Miller of Monaca, Pa. Jennifer Ann Oprisu received a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology. She is a member of Zeta Tau Alpha sorority. Oprisu is the daughter of Daniel and Sherry Oprisu of Beaver Falls, Pa. Jennifer Lynn Wilfong graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in elementary education. Wilfong was the senior orator for the ceremony and received the Dean’s Key, awarded to those on the Dean’s List for eight semesters. A member of the Thiel Honors Program, she is the daughter of Susan K. Brown-Kester of Beaver Falls, Pa.
Bucks County
Amanda Fay Lichtenwalner graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in fine art. She is a member of several honorary societies, Thiel Choir, Chamber Singers and Handbell Ringers. A member of the Thiel Honors Program and a recipient of the Dean’s Key, which is awarded to those on the Dean’s List for eight semesters, Lichtenwalner is the daughter of Glenn and Joann Lichtenwalner of Silverdale, Pa. Butler County Meagan Ashley Arndorfer received a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology and criminal justice studies. The daughter of Joseph and Elizabeth Larnino of West Sunbury, Pa., Arndorfer is a member of Chi Omega sorority. Anika Loranne Backstrom received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration. The daughter of James and Susan Backstrom of Butler, Pa., she is a member of Thiel Christian Fellowship, the Lutheran Student Movement and the Student Government Association. Katherine Ann Marie DeGeorge received a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. She is the daughter of Thomas DeGeorge of Butler, Pa. Lauren Marie Fleischman received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration and business communication. She is the daughter of Marc and Robyn Fleischman of Sarver, Pa. Joseph W. Glasser received a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication studies. He is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. William J. Glasser of Cranberry Township, Pa. Lee Arthur Haney Jr. received a Bachelor of Arts degree in religion. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Lee A. Haney Sr. of Cranberry Township, Pa. Nathan Allen Knox received a Bachelor of Arts degree in applied physics and binary engineering. He is the son Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth J. Knox of Karns City, Pa. Jamie Leigh Kuhn graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in business administration. Kuhn was named one of four class valedictorians and received the Dean’s Key, which is awarded to those on the Dean’s List for eight semesters. The daughter of Darrell and Diane Kuhn of Cabot, Pa., she is a member of Sigma Kappa sorority and the business and accounting honorary.
April Jean Lahey received a Bachelor of Arts degree in environmental science. The daughter of Dave and Michelle Lahey of Butler, Pa., she is a member of the Environmental Club, Circle K, the yearbook staff and the Philosophy Club.
Krysta Leigh McCormick graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in criminal justice studies and sociology. She is the daughter of Loyal McCormick of Butler, Pa. Abigail Grace Ritter received a Bachelor of Arts degree in art. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Herbert W. Ritter of Etna, Pa. Amanda Lynn Rodgers received a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Dennis P. Rodgers of Fenelton, Pa.
Michael David Ryan graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in mathematics. He received departmental honors in mathematics and education and is a candidate for Pennsylvania Department of Education Teacher Certification. A member of the Thiel Honors Program, Ryan is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Russell J. Ryan of Petrolia, Pa.
Kaitlyn Marie Scherer graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in actuarial studies and business administration. She is a member of the sophomore, mathematics, business and national college honor societies. A recipient of the Dean’s Key, which is awarded to those on the Dean’s List for eight semesters, Scherer is the daughter of Ralph and Catherine Scherer of Valencia, Pa. Kristen Marie Shields received a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology. She is a member of Sigma Kappa sorority and the Greek honor society. Shields is the daughter of Martin and Renea Shields of Butler, Pa. Alan David Stevens received a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication studies. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. David W. Stevens of Harrisville, Pa.
Amber Dawn Young graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in communication studies and psychology. She is a member of the communication studies and psychology honoraries, Psychology Club and Circle K. Young is the daughter of Richard and Cindy Young of Petrolia, Pa. Cambria County
Madison Evelyn Marie Kendera received a Bachelor of Arts degree in chemistry. The daughter of Stephen and Dara Kendera of Johnstown, Pa., she is a member of Alpha Xi Delta sorority, the American Chemical Society and the Student Government Association. Katherine Margaret Maul received a Bachelor of Arts degree in parish education. A member of the senior class gift committee, she is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Peter R. Maul of Portage, Pa. Clarion County
Terra Lynn Radaker received a Bachelor of Arts degree in criminal justice studies and sociology. She is involved in Student Government Association, Women’s Leadership and the theatre honorary. Radaker is the daughter of Leonard and Mary Radaker of Rimersburg, Pa. Heidi Jo-Anne Snyder graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in elementary education. She is a member of Alpha Xi Delta sorority, several academic honorary societies. Snyder is the daughter of Paul Snyder of Tionesta, Pa., and Regina McCleary of Mayport, Pa. Samuel Ryan Swartzfager received a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in accounting and business administration. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Randy Swartzfager of Shippenville, Pa. Clearfield County
William R. Gallagher received a Bachelor of Arts degree in English literature and English writing. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Jeffry J. Gallagher of Du Bois, Pa.
Crawford County Molly Ann Carter graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in philosophy and psychology. The daughter of John H. Lewis of Adamsville, Pa., she received departmental honors in psychology.
Christopher Michael Dunham received a Bachelor of Arts degree in accounting and business administration. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Douglas H. Dunham of Conneaut Lake, Pa.
Sara Lucille Farley graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in communication sciences & disorders. The daughter of Michael and Debra Farley of Linesville, Pa., Farley is senior class treasurer, and a member of Sigma Kappa sorority and the senior class gift committee. Elyse Marie Hood received a Bachelor of Arts degree in criminal justice studies and sociology. She is the daughter of Jerry E. Hood of Conneaut Lake, Pa. Shane Michael Kuberry received a Bachelor of Arts degree in philosophy and psychology. He is the son of Dennis Kuberry of Centerville, Pa.
Sarah Lyndsey Meader received a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. She is a member of Alpha Xi Delta sorority, Student Government Association and Psychology Club. Meader is the daughter of Jeffrey Meader and Victoria Trace, both of Meadville, Pa. Christopher G. Mihoci, of Hartstown, Pa., graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in accounting and business administration. Mihoci, who is married to Renee Mihoci, earned departmental honors in business. Renee M. Mihoci, of Hartstown, Pa., received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business communication. She is married to Christopher Mihoci. Matthew David Morrell graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in elementary education. He is a member of the Thiel College wrestling team. Morrell is the son of Robert and Candace Morrell of Cochranton, Pa. Margaret Elizabeth Morris graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in psychology and criminal justice studies. She is a member of the psychology honor society, Psychology Club, Thiel Activities Board, Pre-Law Society and women’s soccer team. She is the daughter of William and Delma Morris of Saegertown, Pa. Angela A. Shade received a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in criminal justice studies. She is a member of the Pre-Law Society. Shade is the daughter of Rexford and Diana Shade of Cambridge Springs, Pa. Robert Earl Stallsmith received a Bachelor of Arts degree in media communication. He is the son of Terry E. Stallsmith of Townville, Pa. Dan Thomas graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration. He is the son of Dan Thomas of Conneaut Lake, Pa. Erie County James Matthew Beach, of North East, Pa., received a Bachelor of Arts degree in religion.
Cassandra Marie Beck, of Wattsburg, Pa., graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in mathematics and actuarial studies. The daughter of Bradley and Elizabeth Beck, she is a member of the mathematics and English honor societies and the Thiel Honors Program. Kasey Brandon Dolan received a Bachelor of Arts degree in applied physics and binary engineering. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Kerry J. Dolan of Erie, Pa. Adam Richard Evans graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry. The son of Mr. & Mrs. Richard L. Evans of North East, Pa., he received the Dean’s Key, awarded to those on the Dean’s List for eight semesters, and departmental honors in chemistry and American Chemical Society certification. Emily Nicole Fecek received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. John R. Fecek of Erie, Pa. Jared B. Johnson received a Bachelor of Arts degree in media communication. He is the son of Crystal L. Johnson of Erie, Pa. Jennifer Ann Keopka received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Daniel G. Keopka of Erie, Pa. Craig Michael Lewis received a Bachelor of Arts degree in English writing and psychology. He is the son of Denise M. Stuck-Lewis of Edinboro, Pa. Daniel Francis May, of Erie, Pa., received a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and religion. The son of Narice and the late Phil May, he is a member of the English and religion honor societies, English Club and Lutheran Student Movement. He also received departmental honors in religion. Matthew Nicholas McKinney received a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Glenn A. McKinney of Union City, Pa. Courtney Elizabeth Miles graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in business administration. The daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Michael A. Miles of Erie, Pa., she received the Dean’s Key, awarded to those on the Dean’s List for eight semesters, and departmental honors. Casie Lynn Morettini received a Bachelor of Arts degree in criminal justice studies. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. John J. Morettini of Erie, Pa. Fritz Allen Randolph received a Bachelor of Arts degree in history. The son of Mr. & Mrs. Benny A. Randolph of Erie, Pa., he also received departmental honors in education and served on the senior class gift committee. William Neal Ringer graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in religion. He is the son of William H. Ringer of North East, Pa. Shannon Noel Rotunda received a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education. She is the daughter of Debra L. Spaeder of Erie, Pa.
Nicholas Ray Steadman graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in business communication. The son of Jerry and Wanda Steadman of Corry, Pa., he is a member of the Delta Sigma Phi fraternity, the communication and commerce honoraries, and the Student Government Association Media Board. Jesseca Lynn Walker received a Bachelor of Arts degree in criminal justice studies. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Brian P. Walker of Lake City, Pa. Kyle Alan Woods received a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. He is the son of Michael and Karen Woods of Union City, Pa., and a member of the cross country and indoor/outdoor track & field teams, Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity and Interfraternity Council. Delikli Elliott Wreh-Wilson received a Bachelor of Arts degree in management information systems. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Delikli Wreh-Wilson of Edinboro, Pa. Forest County Christopher Todd Boyer graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in political science. He is a member of the political science honor society, Circle K and the Student Government Association; editor of the yearbook; and president of Habitat for Humanity. He is the son of Todd and Robin Boyer of Clarington, Pa. Indiana County
Cindy Margaret Myers received a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Morris F. Myers of Saltsburg, Pa.
Jefferson County Sarah E. Barch received a Bachelor of Arts degree in international business and business administration. The daughter of Timothy and Debra Barch of Brookville, Pa., Barch is a member of Zeta Tau Alpha sorority and Thiel World Organization, and received departmental honors in religion. Bradley Eugene Brocious graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in biology. He received departmental honors in biology and the Dean’s Key, which is awarded to those who are on the Dean’s List every semester. Brocious is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Ernest E. Brocious of Brookville, Pa., and was a member of the Thiel Honors Program. Jena M. Cook graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in elementary education. The daughter of Richard and Pamela Cook of Brookville, Pa., she is a member of the women’s golf team, women’s basketball, TC Helping Hands, the Newman Society and the education honor society. Danielle M. Kaizer graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in business administration and international business. The daughter of Thomas Kaizer of Big Run, Pa., and Lori Kaizer of Reynolds, Pa., Kaizer is a member of Sigma Kappa sorority, the dance team and several academic honor societies. Lancaster County
Mary Beth Hornberger, the daughter of Jeff and Marilyn Hornberger of Elizabethtown, Pa., graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in sociology. She received departmental honors in business and sociology and is a member of English Club and Safe Zone/Rainbow Alliance. Lawrence County
Brittany Marie Chill graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration, philosophy and religion. The daughter of Joseph N. Chill of New Castle, Pa., she received departmental honors in religion.
Daniel Thomas Colangelo received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business communication as well as communication departmental honors, as well as accounting and business administration departmental honors. Vice president of the senior class, Colangelo is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Colangelo of New Castle, Pa. Matthew Robert Duron received a Bachelor of Arts degree in English literature and English writing. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Robert Duron of New Castle, Pa. Robert Michael Emes received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Robert H. Emes of New Castle, Pa. Shannon Marie Koah graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey B. Koah of Ellwood City, Pa., and earned departmental honors in education. Marenda Lee Magnone received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration. She is the daughter of Karen M. Baker of New Castle, Pa. Leigh Ann Rankin received a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Thomas L. Rankin of New Castle, Pa. Romaine Reagle received a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in communication sciences & disorders. The daughter of Robert and Nancy Reagle of New Castle, Pa., she was editor-in-chief of The Thielensian (student newspaper) for two years and is a member of the National Student Speech Language and Hearing Association and the senior class gift committee. Jamie Lee Regna received a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Fred Regna of New Castle, Pa.
Mercer County
Samuel George Barton received a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education. The son of Mr. & Mrs. Edward J. Barton of Sharon, Pa., Barton graduated magna cum laude with departmental honors in education.
Da-Trice Lavonne Burns received a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. She is married to Michael Burns of Hermitage, Pa. Rachel Alexandra Cardillo received a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. David A. Cardillo of Greenville, Pa.
Amanda Ellyse Cooney graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in fine art. She is the daughter of Timothy Cooney of Greenville, Pa.
David Wesley Deist, of Greenville, Pa., received a Bachelor of Arts degree in English writing. Robert Jason Glass graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in environmental science. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Stephen J. Glass of Greenville, Pa. Sarah Ann Greenawalt received a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in business administration. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Brian S. Greenawalt of Sharon, Pa.
Matthew Paul Harakal received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration and accounting. He is the son of George Harakal and Sally Harakal, both of Mercer, Pa. Amanda Jean Hauser received a Bachelor of Arts degree in criminal justice studies and sociology. She is the daughter of James R. Hauser of Greenville, Pa. Kyle William Heben received a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Lynn W. Heben of Hermitage, Pa. Amy Elizabeth Hofing received a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. She is the daughter of Fred and Marianne Hofing of Greenville, Pa. Awttan Yasser Ismail graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Yasser Ali Ismail of Sharon, Pa., and graduated with departmental honors in education. Rebecca Anne Kulka graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration. She is the daughter of Sandra J. Kulka of Transfer, Pa.
Tessa Maree Lockovich graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education. She is a member of the education honor society and the Thiel Honors Program. The daughter of Richard Lockovich of Farrell, Pa., Lockovich was awarded the Dean’s Key, given to those on the Dean’s List for eight semesters, and departmental honors. Mary Elizabeth Massaro received a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. She is the daughter of Mary E. Massaro of Greenville, Pa.
Ashley Nikole McInturf graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in art. The daughter of David and Lisa McInturf of Greenville, Pa., she is a member of the religion and senior honor societies and received departmental honors in religion. Brandon Joseph Mirizio received a Bachelor of Arts degree in accounting and business administration. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Joseph F. Mirizio of West Middlesex, Pa. Adrian Beth Moore received a Bachelor of Arts degree in criminal justice studies. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Richard O. Moore of Transfer, Pa.
Dale Russell Ochwat II graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in history. He is the son of Jill Ochwat of Greenville, Pa.
Jennifer Lynn Peterson received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration. She is the daughter of Joy E. Peterson of Greenville, Pa. Tracy Ann Pressler graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education. She received departmental honors and the Dean’s Key, which is awarded to those on the Dean’s List for eight semesters. Pressler is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. John R. Pressler of Greenville, Pa. Cara Marie Riffe received a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. She is involved in women’s indoor & outdoor track & field, the Thiel Judicial Board, Thiel Activities Board and Psychology Club. She is the daughter of Carroll and Darlene Riffe of Greenville, Pa. Alan Robert Saadi received a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Alan Saadi of Greenville, Pa. Kayla Marie Seidle graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology. She is the daughter of Donald and Jennifer Seidle of Mercer, Pa. Seidle also received departmental honors in religion. Susan Mary Elizabeth Serge graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in psychology. She is the daughter of Thomas J. Serge of Mercer, Pa. Kristin Elaine Skelley graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in political science. Kelly was named one of four valedictorians and received the Dean’s Key, which is given to those on the Dean’s List for eight semesters. A member of the senior and political science honoraries, she is the daughter of Charles and Susan Skelley of Greenville, Pa.
James Jack Strausser received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration. He is the son of John and Vicki Strausser of Greenville, Pa. Jodi Lynn Tate graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Ken C. Tate of Greenville, Pa. Matthew Anthony Turek received a bachelor of arts degree in accounting and business administration. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. James E. Turek of Grove City, Pa. Ashley Cetera Williams received a Bachelor of Arts degree in commercial art. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Calvin Whitman of Hermitage, Pa. Dana Ashley Young received a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. She is the daughter of Sandra J. Stepney of Grove City, Pa.
Somerset County
Michelle Theresa George received a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology. She is the daughter of Michael George of Windber, Pa. Ryan Christopher Terdle graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in accounting and business administration. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Mark A. Terdle of Hidden Valley, Pa. Venango County
Laura Joan Betz graduated cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in computer science. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. David E. Betz of Franklin, Pa. Matthew Anthony Craig received a Bachelor of Arts degree in fine art. He is the son of Patrick E. Craig of Oil City, Pa. Kassandra Autumn Gomez graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in accounting and business administration. The daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Keith C. Gomez of Oil City, Pa., she received the Dean’s Key, awarded to those on the Dean’s List for eight semesters, and departmental honors. Gomez also is a member of the Thiel Honors Program. Joseph Donald Hoskowitz graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. He is the son of Jeffery J. Hoskowitz of Oil City, Pa., and received departmental honors in psychology. Miranda Renee Ortz earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and history. A member of the Thiel Honors Program, she is the daughter of Mr.& Mrs. Kent E. Ortz of Emlenton, Pa. Andrew Wayne Sadley received a Bachelor of Arts degree in applied physics and binary engineering. He is the son of Gertrude I. Lamberton of Polk, Pa.
Washington County
Ashley Marie Crothers graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education and history. The daughter of Mr. & Mrs. William D. Crothers of McDonald, Pa., she also received departmental honors in education. She is a candidate for Pennsylvania Department of Education teacher certification. Alexander Alvan Donnan Osbourne received a Bachelor of Arts degree in criminal justice studies. He is the son of Alvan D. Osbourne of McDonald, Pa. Bryan Michael Pleskovich received a Bachelor of Arts degree in chemistry. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Michael Pleskovich of McDonald, Pa. Kevin Garrett Rapsack received a Bachelor of Arts degree in environmental science. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Terence Rapsack of Coal Center, Pa. Warren County
Kevin Matthew Farr graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication sciences & disorders. The son of Mr. & Mrs. Michael Q. Farr of Warren, Pa., Farr also earned departmental honors.
Jenna Majken Schmader received a Bachelor of Arts in sociology and criminal justice studies. She is a member of the Pre-law Society. Schmader is the daughter of Michelle Schmader and Nick Schmader, both of Warren, Pa.
Westmoreland County Daniel Franklin Clark of Latrobe, Pa., graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in religion. The son of David and Jill Clark of Latrobe, Pa., he is a member of the religion honorary society and received the Dean’s Key, which is awarded to those on the Dean’s List for eight semesters. George Samuel Coleman received an Associate of Arts degree in liberal science. He is the son of John and Patience Coleman of Monessen, Pa. Sean Alexander Fogle received a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science. The son of Mr. & Mrs. John V. Fogle of Trafford, Pa., he also received departmental honors in religion. Brett William Helman received a Bachelor of Arts degree in mathematics. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Timothy S. Helman of Youngwood, Pa. Daniel William Hess Jr. received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business communication. He is the son of Daniel W. Hess Sr. of Apollo, Pa. Garett Brandon Lange received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Donald W. Lange of Apollo, Pa. Michael Jonathan Lebetz received a Bachelor of Arts degree in criminal justice studies. He is the son of Cathy Ann Kelley of Vandergrift, Pa. Danielle Renee Reger graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education and psychology. The daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth W. Reger of Youngwood, Pa., she received departmental honors in psychology and education as well as the Dean’s Key, which is awarded to those on the Dean’s List for eight semesters.
Taylor Michael Stauffer received a Bachelor of Arts in biology. He is a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity. Stauffer is the son of Glenn and Sarah Stauffer of Jeannette, Pa. York County Angela L. Crone graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in mathematics. The daughter of Kelly and Julia Crone of Dover, Pa., she is a member of the Thiel Honors Program, several academic honor societies and received the Dean’s Key, awarded to those on the Dean’s List for eight semesters, and education and mathematics departmental honors.
CONNECTICUT
New London County
Sara Loring Brackett, of East Lyme, Conn., received a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication sciences & disorders. The daughter of Paul and Kim Brackett, she is a member of Zeta Tau Alpha sorority, National Student Speech Language Hearing Association and the Thiel Choir. Joshua A. Di Luzio received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Di Luzio of Oakdale, Conn.
FLORIDA
Osceola County
John Ryan Adams received a Bachelor of Arts in business administration. He is the son of Nancy Adams of Kissimmee, Fla. ILLINOIS
DuPage County
Stephen Alton Shick received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Timothy J. Shick of Naperville, Ill. MARYLAND Anne Arundel County
Jennifer Lynn Schmidt received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. John B. Schmidt of Crofton, Md.
Baltimore County Stephen Kevyn Backmon received a Bachelor of Arts degree in art. He is the son of Amir J. Gladden of Baltimore, Md. David Inya Chesley received a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Timothy S. Chesley of Baltimore, Md.
Carroll County Beth Ann Clementson received a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. The daughter of Kevin and Martha Clementson of Westminster, Md., she is a member of Chi Omega sorority and the Lutheran Student Movement. Garrett County
Grace Janette Lauver graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in religion. She is a member of the Lutheran Student Movement, and the religion, senior and national college honor societies. The daughter of Dr. Phillip and the Rev. Marjorie Lauver of Mountain Lake Park, Md., Lauver received the Dean’s Key, which is given to those on the Dean’s List for eight semesters. Montgomery County Andrew Ebberts Howard received a Bachelor of Arts in criminal justice studies. A member of the Thiel varsity baseball team, he is the son of Karen Howard of Olney, Md.
MASSACHUSETTS
Berkshire County Stefen James Boehringer received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration. He is the son of Peter and Paula Boehringer of Lanesboro, Mass. Boehringer was a member of Delta Sigma Phi fraternity and Student Government Association. Nantucket County Sam Wynn Koyl received a Bachelor of Arts degree in philosophy. He is the son of Nancy W. Koyl of Nantucket, Mass. MISSOURI
Saint Louis County Christopher McGuire Woods graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in political science. He is the son of Harman O. Woods of Saint Louis, Mo. NEW JERSEY Morris County Joshua Abrahamson received a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in religion. He is the son of Wendy Abrahamson of Madison, N.J.
NEW YORK Chautauqua County
Amy Lynne Hohman received a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in psychology. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Michael R. Hohman of Jamestown, N.Y. Erie County Thomas Anthony Butera received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration. A member of the Thiel football team, he is the son of Sam and Cheryl Butera of Hamburg, N.Y. David Joseph Dix Jr. received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. David J. Dix of Hamburg, N.Y. Stephanie Katharine Lardo received a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Thomas J. Lardo of Hamburg, N.Y. Melvin Roundtree received a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. He is the son of Rose M. Salter of Buffalo, N.Y. Cattaraugus County Andrew James Thierman received a Bachelor of Arts degree in accounting and business administration. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Michael J. Thierman of Allegany, N.Y. Richmond County
Stephen Charles Ruberto received a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Richard Ruberto of Staten Island, N.Y. Westchester County
Nicholas Killian Thompson received a Bachelor of Arts degree in history. A member of the senior class gift committee, he is the son of Linda R. Killian, a member of the Thiel College Board of Trustees, of Scarsdale, N.Y.
NORTH CAROLINA Forsyth County
Anne Lynne Selby received a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication sciences & disorders. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Robert E. Selby of Winston-Salem, N.C. OHIO
Ashtabula County
Christopher Blake Betteridge received a Bachelor of Arts degree in chemistry. The son of Mr. & Mrs. Gregory Betteridge of Conneaut, Ohio, Betteridge also met the requirements for American Chemical Society certification. Tahnee Lauren Gruskiewicz graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in accounting and business administration. The daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Steve Gruskiewicz of Williamsfield, Ohio, she received the Dean’s Key, which is awarded to those on the Dean’s List for eight semesters. Rachel Louise Meyer graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in business communication. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Mark A. Meyer of Jefferson, Ohio. Meyer received departmental honors in business. David Gregory Nypaver graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in history. He was named salutatorian, awarded the Dean’s Key (which is given to those on the Dean’s List for eight semesters) and earned departmental honors in education and history. Nypaver is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Robert L. Nypaver of Williamfield, Ohio. Morgan Lee Anne Puckrin received a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. The daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Rick G. Puckrin of Jefferson, Ohio., she also received departmental honors in religion. Steven Thomas Waldo received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business communication. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Richard W. Waldo Jr. of Orwell, Ohio.
Columbiana County
Deanna Sue Gartrell received a Bachelor of Arts degree in criminal justice studies. She is the daughter of Beth Ann Gartrell of Salineville, Ohio. Sean Michael Kreefer received a Bachelor of Arts degree in chemistry. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey M. Kreefer of East Liverpool, Ohio. Marc Anthony LaScola received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Thomas A. LaScola of Wellsville, Ohio. Allison Nicole Wynn graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in accounting, business administration and political science. She also received the Dean’s Key, awarded to those on the Dean’s List for eight semesters, and departmental honors in business and political science. She is a member of the senior class gift committee, Student Government Association, cross country team, Chi Omega sorority and several honor societies. Wynn is the daughter of Constance Todd of East Liverpool, Ohio, and Francis Wynn of Chester, W.V.
Cuyahoga County
Tysha Cheree Peck received a Bachelor of Arts in computer science. She is a member of the senior class gift committee. Peck is the daughter of Anthony and Deborah Jones of Maple Heights, Ohio. Daniel Kevin Quiring graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration. He is the son of Susan M. Quiring of Parma, Ohio.
Geauga County
Karen Mae Novotny graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in criminal justice studies and psychology. The daughter of Mr. & Mrs. James F. Novotny of Chardon, Ohio, she also earned departmental honors in psychology and the Dean’s Key, which is awarded to those on the Dean’s List for eight semesters.
Lake County
Tim Lomasney received a Bachelor of Arts in biology. He is a member of the biology honorary society. He is the son of Mark and Barbara Lomasney of Painesville, Ohio, and received departmental honors. Steffon Robert Portik received a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication studies. He is the son of Robert and Patrice Portik of Painesville, Ohio.
Lorain County
Taylor Dawn Radeff received a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. The daughter of Dennis and Karen Radeff of Sheffield Lake, Ohio, she is a member of women’s basketball, softball, Student-Athlete Advisory Committee and TC Helping Hands.
Mahoning County Amber Jenae Alysia Bodrick received a Bachelor of Arts in business administration. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Jerry A. Bodrick of Boardman, Ohio. Kielly Jo DeLisio received a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education. She is the daughter of Jean DeLisio of Boardman, Ohio. Richard Louis Heltzel III received a Bachelor of Arts degree in philosophy. He is a member of the Thiel Activities Board, Student Government Association Executive Board, the theatre honor society, Philosophy Club and Delta Sigma Phi fraternity. He is the son of Richard Heltzel of Sweden and Lee Ann Heltzel of Poland, Ohio. Victor Patrick Moss graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration, and earned the Dean’s Key (awarded to those on the Dean’s List for eight semesters) and departmental honors. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Victor P. Moss of North Jackson, Ohio. Joshua Keith Tedesco received a Bachelor of Arts degree in criminal justice studies. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Bryan K. Tedesco of Campbell, Ohio. Portage County
Kenneth M. Dorman received a Bachelor of Arts degree in accounting and business administration. He is the son of Kenneth Dorman of Streetsboro, Ohio. Jennifer Leigh Smith received a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in psychology. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Howard Smith of Ravenna, Ohio.
Stark County
Rebekah Jo Carr received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Mitchell Carr of Canal Fulton, Ohio.
Stephanie Marie Cochran graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. The daughter of DeMona Cochran of Canal Fulton, Ohio, Cochran received the Dean’s Key, awarded to those on the Dean’s list for eight semesters, and departmental honors in psychology. Summit County
Klavin Boyd II, of Twinsburg, Ohio, graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in accounting and business administration as well as departmental honors. The son of Klavin Sr. and Kimberly Boyd, he is a member of several academic honoraries. Samantha Leigh Holbrook graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology. She is a member of Zeta Tau Alpha sorority; the biology, senior and Greek academic honor societies; Psychology Club; and Thiel Leadership Development Institute. She is the daughter of Richard and Lois Holbrook of Stow, Ohio.
Trumbull County Cameron C. Brough received a Bachelor of Arts degree in criminal justice studies. He is a member of Circle K. Brough is the son of Ken and Sharon Brough of Cortland, Ohio.
Justin R. Bryan received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration and business communication. He is the son of Joan E. Foy of Warren, Ohio. Stephanie Lynn Geer received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration. She is the daughter of Deborah J. Geer of Hubbard, Ohio. Jenna Marie Linaberger graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in accounting and business administration. The daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Jake B. Linaberger, she earned the Dean’s Key, awarded to those on the Dean’s List for eight semesters, and departmental honors.
Stephen Andrew Moreton received a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology. He is a member of the biology honor society and American Chemical Society. Moreton is the son of Thomas and Shirley Moreton of Warren, Ohio. Daniel William Morrison graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in criminal justice studies and sociology. He was named one of four valedictorians, awarded the Dean’s Key (which is given to those on the Dean’s List for eight semesters) and earned departmental honors. The son of Mr. & Mrs. Gary V. Morrison of Cortland, Ohio, Morrison also was a member of the Thiel baseball team and several honor societies. Keith Gordan Pero received a Bachelor of Arts degree in accounting and business administration. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Paul K. Pero of Hubbard, Ohio. Michael Anthony Quaglia received a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication. He is the son of Linda A. Quaglia of Hubbard, Ohio. Craig E. Syersak received a Bachelor of Arts degree in accounting and business administration. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Steve C. Syersak of Burghill, Ohio. Wayne County Kelle E. Pease received a Bachelor of Arts degree in international business and business administration. She is the daughter of Kenneth E. Pease of Wadsworth, Ohio, and Karen L. Pease of Rittman, Ohio. Samantha Leigh Speicher received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Robert L. Speicher of Dalton, Ohio. RHODE ISLAND
Kent County
Ashlee Marie Lambert received a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. She is a member of Habitat for Humanity and Women Inspiring the Next Generation. She is the daughter of Marvin and Nicole Newsome of West Warwick, R.I. TEXAS
Brazoria County
Bobbie Marie Hughes received a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology. She is the daughter of Paula S. Barrick of Angleton, Texas. VIRGINIA
Spotsylvania County
Chavonne Joshlyn Green received a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Calvin J. Green of Fredericksburg, Va. Stafford County
Tasha Nicole Holmes graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in media communication. The daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Tyler R. Holmes of Fredericksburg, Va., Holmes received the Dean’s Key, awarded to those on the Dean’s List for eight semesters, as well as departmental honors. CHINA
Zhe Li, of Beijing, received a Bachelor of Arts degree in management information systems. Xiaodan Tang, of Suzhou, graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree and departmental honors in accounting and business administration. Tang also received the Dean's Key, awarded to those on the Dean's List for eight semesters. JAMAICA
Dorran Odari Coley received a Bachelor of Arts degree in accounting and business administration. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Junior Coley of Kingston, Jamaica. JAPAN
Madoka Aoyagi, of Takasaki City, received an Associate of Arts degree in liberal studies. Hirotaka Amano, of Saitama, received a Bachelor of Arts degree in applied physics. Chinami Kimura, of Tochigi-Ken, received an Associate of Arts degree in liberal studies. Anna Nakashima, of Toyohashi, received a Bachelor of Arts degree in mathematics. Yuta Saito, of Saitama, received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration. Riki Sakai, of Kanagawa, received an Associate of Arts degree in liberal studies. Yuki Tsuchiya, of Yamanashi, received a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication. NEPAL Punit Upadhyaya, of Kathmandu, graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in applied physics and a Bachelor of Arts degree in chemistry. He also received the Dean's Key, which is given to those on the Dean's List for eight semesters, and departmental honors in chemistry. SRI LANKA Umanga Madara Perera graduated cum laude with an Associate of Arts degree in management information systems and a Bachelor of Arts degree in accounting and business administration. He also received departmental honors in business administration and accounting. VIRGIN ISLANDS
St. Thomas County Keebo Jamas Dowe, of St. Thomas, the Virgin Islands, received a Bachelor of Arts in criminal justice and sociology. A member of the Thiel basketball team, he is the son of James Dowe and Diane Spiver-Dowe.
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