Grand MarshalDr. Charles Hoy

Baccalaureate MarshalsMs. Tiffany M. E. Welch

Master MarshalMs. Tiffany M. E. Welch

Faculty MarshalsDr. Alissa Rose

Dr. Jennifer Demchak

HeraldDr. LeRoy M. Wright

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Mansfield

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.

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Our History

Mansfield 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-one active baccalaureate degree programs, six associate degree programs, and five master’s programs, with a fall 2014 enrollment of 2,587 undergraduates and 165 graduate students, for a total enrollment of 2,752 students.

Steven Crawford

Steve Crawford is a 1981 graduate of Mansfield University with a degree in Political Science. He was a first generation college student and is a native of Millville,

Pennsylvania. Steve is the 2011 recipient of the Elsie Burke Service Award which recognizes outstanding leadership, loyalty and service to Mansfield University. Steve currently serves as the Vice Chairman of the Mansfield University Board of Trustees.

Crawford is the Managing Vice President of S. R. Wojdak & Associates, one of the most prestigious and long standing government relations firms in Pennsylvania. He manages a staff of 11 government affairs professionals, representing Fortune 500 companies, large medical institutions and nonprofit arts and cultural institutions. The Motion Picture Association of America, Microsoft, Drexel, Temple, Scranton and Wilkes Universities, the American Red Cross, and the Pennsylvania State Police are a representative sample of those served by the firm.

Crawford joined Wojdak in March of 2011, after a career in public service that spanned 25 years at the highest levels of state government. He left state government in 2011 after serving as Chief of Staff to the Governor. Crawford served as the top adviser to the Governor and managed the day-to-day activities of the executive branch of state government, including 18 cabinet agencies and the Governor’s Office. Prior to that post, Crawford served as the Governor’s Secretary for Legislative Affairs, having been appointed to that position in January 2003. He was the top representative for the Governor on all matters relative to the 203 members of the House of Representatives and the 50 members of the Senate. He directed the legislative relations of the Governor's Office and all agencies of the Commonwealth.

He was involved in the strategic development, negotiation and final passage of every major issue in state government for nearly a decade. He earned a reputation as a tough, fair, and frank representative of the executive branch.

Crawford came to the Governor's Office from the House of Representatives where he served on the executive staff since 1991. He was the Executive Director of the Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee, Leadership Executive Director to the Majority Caucus Chairman, and Senior Advisor to the Democratic Caucus. He dealt with a broad variety of issues such as food safety, nutrition, health care, and economic development.

He previously served in the Administration of Governor Robert P. Casey. As a Deputy Secretary of Agriculture, he was responsible for all policy development and legislative affairs of the agency. He also managed rural economic development issues, marketing, and land preservation programs. During his tenure, Pennsylvania established the nation’s most successful farmland conservation program.

He began his career in legislative relations as a Director of Government Relations for one of the largest trade associations in the state: the Pennsylvania Farm Bureau. There, he dealt with controversial issues including the rewrite of laws dealing with hazardous chemicals in the workplace, immigration, and tort reform.

Steve is on the Board of Directors for Pennsylvania Partnerships for Children and was a founding board member and benefactor to Camp Victory, a camp for critically ill children, in his home town of Millville.

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Our Coin

The Mansfield University Graduation Coin was inspired by the President’s Coin for Excellence, and designed by alumnus Yukta Sagar (Graphic Arts, ’14).

The front of the coin features North Hall, one of the first campus buildings and an enduring symbol of Mansfield University. The red and black rolling hills are Mansfield University school colors and symbols of the region. The 15 red and black circles represent our diversity and the community of students, faculty, staff and alumni who make Mansfield a special place, as well as the original 15 alumni from the first graduating class.

The back of the coin features our Creed, and the names the University has held. The diamond in the center echoes the four tenets of the Creed; Character, Scholarship, Service and Culture. The attached tassel is a recognition of graduates of the institution. Finally, the rope surrounding the creed is a symbol of the bonds that we all build at Mansfield University that hold us together well past graduation.

The Student Government Association sponsors a coin for each graduate. SGA also awards four faculty and staff members, representing the four tenets of the Creed, with the current year’s coin for their service to Mansfield University students. Graduates and Alumni can also purchase additional coins for this year, or their year of graduation through the Mountie Den on campus (beginning in 2015). All proceeds go directly to the H2S No-Interest Loan fund for Mansfield University students.

Honors Program

The 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.

Honors 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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Summa Cum Laude

Commencement Honors(Distinction in coursework taken at Mansfield University)

Cum Laude

magna Cum Laude

aSSoCiate degree with honorS Holly R. BergRebecca E. Machmer

Meghanne E. ParkerAlexis B. Rozell

Sarah A. SeculesMyriah M. Sutton

Larissa G. BorekIan W. Cain

Thomas M. CerroneAlanna N. Jenkins

Susan E. Shedden

Morgan E. AllenEmily A. AugentiChyenne J. BostwickMark S. Bower Brianna P. BurkhartKaitlyn A. CalvertKami D. CarpenterColin P. ChapmanJade C. ChristmanAmanda K. ClarkCalen W. CorrellAnastasia M. CrissmanMargaret J. CumberlandHenry CupelySalvatore M. Didino, Jr.

Emily S. DrakeJohn M. DrakeDanielle R. FaulisiEmily S. GauglerRachel D. GulbinRebecca D. HammMegan M. HochMargaret A. IsraelHanna M. Johnson Barbara M. KellyBrandon J. LepleySamantha K. MacNamaraAlexa L. MarinelliPaul R. MatthewsMadeline M. Morse

Haleigh MortonKaitlyn MourerJames S. NixdorfKirstin M. RichardsMorgan RipleyAric T. RootBrandon A. RussellDerek C. SmilowskiRachel I. SmithTroy T. SnyderSarah L. UlmerJacquelyn N. VintonSky L. WoodheadKatherine A. Younkin

Maya L. AndersonRolf A. DenglerLindsay EverettAlexander R. FarleyErin L. HarrisonKathryn H. HolmesDani-Ella M. HostetterDiane S. HueyValerie KnappKurtis A. Mallow

Mandy L. MartinTammy A. McAdooKaitlyn R. MeyerHannah S. PeckAshley E. PetersRachael M. PotterChelsey E. ReisingerLydia J. SakowskiTaryn E. SchawillieAllison M. Seymour

Michele L. SiegfriedAshley C. SmithCarrie I. VaillancourtJoseph A. VandrewChelsea L. WebsterMelissa M. WilesKyle R. WitmerKatelyn M. Wright

Graduating Veterans and Military Studentsdarren L. Barnard - United States Marine Corps, Lance Corporal; served from 2004-2008; Iraq Campaign Medal with 2 Brown Service Stars, Good Conduct Medal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal.John w. howeLL - United States Army, Sergeant; US Army retired; served from 1988-1994 in both Desert Shield and Desert Storm and earned a Humanitarian Award for helping with Hurricane Andrew Relief in FL. SW Asia Service Medal with 2 Bronze Stars, Kuwaiti Liberation Medal.JameS S. nixdorf - United States Coast Guard, Petty Officer Third Class, Maritime Enforcement Specialist. 2010-present, Baltimore Unit.anthony t. nixon - United States Army National Guard, Sergeant; Intelligence Analyst; Army for 6 years. Deployed to Kuwait under Operation Enduring Freedom for 9 months.aria e. worthington - United States Army Reserves, Specialist, 4 ½ years of service.

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Candidates for Degrees

aSSoCiate of artS

James R. Davies, Liberal Studies Waverly, NY

Brianna M. Gee, Liberal Studies Wellsboro, PA

Marissa K. Tice, Liberal Studies Mainesburg, PA

Ashley Valerio, Liberal Studies Gilbertsville, PA

aSSoCiate of appLied SCienCe

Holly R. Berg, Radiology Technology Apalachin, NY

Mitchell D. Blascak, Natural Gas Production and Services:

Mudlogging / Geologic Technician; Permitting and Inspection Towanda, PA

Rachel M. Casella, Respiratory Therapy New Milford, PA

Heather L. Gigliotti, Respiratory Therapy Columbia Cross Roads, PA

Kenneth J. Jarrell, Radiology Technology Rochester, NY

Miranda J. Kutz, Respiratory Therapy Canton, PA

Rebecca E. Machmer, Radiology Technology Canton, PA

Robert J. Martin, Radiology Technology Pine City, NY

Cassandra L. McFall, Respiratory Therapy Canton, PA

Meghanne E. Parker, Radiology Technology Towanda, PA

Mark A. Paul, Respiratory Therapy Breesport, NY

Alexis B. Rozell, Radiology Technology Elmira Heights, NY

Trenton M. Schreiber, Respiratory Therapy Saint Marys, PA

Sarah A. Secules, Radiology Technology Towanda, PA

Victoria A. Seidel, Radiology Technology Turbotville, PA

Ekko D. Stimson, Radiology Technology Williamsport, PA

Myriah M. Sutton, Radiology Technology Towanda, PA

William Young, Natural Gas Production and Services: Safety Management Mansfield, PA

aSSoCiate of SCienCe

Christopher E. Bolt, Computer Information Systems Troy, PA

Tyler A. Crater, Criminal Justice Administration Pine City, NY

Jillian M. Hummer, Criminal Justice Administration Bloomsburg, PA

Shane M. Morton, Computer Information Systems Wellsboro, PA

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BaCheLor of artS

Bobbie A. Andrews, History Millerton, PA

Nicholas R. Barnes, Liberal Studies Hazelton, PA

Yaw A. Boateng, Political Science Whitehall, PA

Ryan E. Bower, Liberal Studies Elmira, NY

Ian W. Cain, Art History Dolores, CO

Christine M. Camp, Liberal Studies Montoursville, PA

Thomas M. Cerrone, Art History Scottsdale, AZ

Calen W. Correll, Sociology / Anthropology Mansfield, PA

Ashley H. Dean, Art History Bountiful, UT

Rolf A. Dengler, Liberal Studies Lawrenceville, PA

John M. Drake, Liberal Studies Lawrenceville, PA

Kathryn E. Drexler, English Reading, PA

Jason M. Easter, Liberal Studies Harrisburg, PA

Ariana L. Emenheiser, Sociology / Anthropology: General Applied York, PA

Heather M. Grim, Liberal Studies Gettysburg, PA

Megan M. Hoch, History: Public History Fleetwood, PA

Paul A. Horger, Liberal Studies Bristol, PA

Jeffrey S. Johnson, Spanish Nescopeck, PA

Susan J. Krasnai, Liberal Studies Mount Joy, PA

Vanessa M. Leaman, Art History Lansdowne, PA

Cristina S. Lieberman, Art History Springfield, IL

Hannah R. Lopez, Spanish Watkins Glen, NY

Samantha K. MacNamara, History Orchard Park, NY

Joshua C. Magnotta, Liberal Studies Elkland, PA

Caitlin J. Miller, Liberal Studies Williamsport, PA

Dawna K. Montgomery, Art History Laguna Beach, CA

Kelly M. Mundy, Liberal Studies Saylorsburg, PA

Christopher S. Neal, Political Science Shinglehouse, PA

James S. Nixdorf, Political Science; Philosophy: Pre-Law Millerton, PA

Anthony T. Nixon, Philosophy: Pre-Law Quakertown, PA

Alexis A. Parrillo, Liberal Studies Corning, NY

Esther K. Parsons, Liberal Studies Sayre, PA

Jessica M. Pauling, Liberal Studies Katy, TX

Tiara Pendleton, Liberal Studies Philadelphia, PA

Amanda M. Phillips, History Barton, NY

Tasha M. Pusavage, Sociology / Anthropology Frackville, PA

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Chelsey E. Reisinger, Art History York, PA

Kurt B. Rishel, Liberal Studies Danville, PA

Max R. Roche, English Tyler Hill, PA

Travis J. Rosenwinkel, History Corning, NY

Kasia B. Taylor, Liberal Studies Philadelphia, PA

Sarah L. Ulmer, Music Jersey Shore, PA

Gary R. Warner, Philosophy: Applied Philosophy and Professional Ethics Montour Falls, NY

Katherine E. Wofford, Art History Jasper, GA

Katelyn M. Wright, Music Mill Hall, PA

Janet S. Yoder, English Arnot, PA

BaCheLor of muSiC

Diana A. Allan, Music Education Saint James, NY

Morgan E. Allen, Music Education Endicott, NY

Emily A. Augenti, Music: Elective Studies in Business, Marketing Montrose, PA

Mark S. Bower, Music Education Williamsport, PA

Kadeem D. Calhoun, Music: Music Technology York, PA

Amanda K. Clark, Music: Music Technology Hornell, NY

Michael D. Gorzelsky, Music: Music Technology Johnstown, PA

Emily R. Kaplan, Music Performance: Instrumental Cortland, NY

Alyssa R. Kennedy, Music Education Hanover, PA

Tyler W. Krouse, Music: Elective Studies in Business, Management Tamaqua, PA

Paul R. Matthews, Music Education Binghamton, NY

Ashley E. Peters, Music Education Beech Creek, PA

Mariah L. Reilly, Music: Music Technology Aldan, PA

Amanda Y. Ritter, Music: Elective Studies in Business, Management Furnace, PA

Brandon A. Russell, Music: Music Technology Shippensburg, PA

Tara L. Schumaker, Music:

Elective Studies in Business, Management; Music Performance: Voice Gilbertsville, PA

Derek C. Smilowski, Music Education; Music Performance: Instrumental Southampton, PA

Rachel I. Smith, Music Education Pennsdale, PA

BaCheLor of SCienCe

Thomas M. Acker, Jr., Business Administration: Marketing Jim Thorpe, PA

Maya L. Anderson, Nutrition: Dietetics; Sports Nutrition Millmont, PA

Darren L. Barnard, Criminal Justice Administration Loganton, PA

Jesse J. Bergmark, Criminal Justice Administration Spencer, NY

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Chyenne J. Bostwick, Mass Communication: Broadcasting Sayre, PA

Robert E. Bridges, Geography: Outdoor Recreation Leadership Tire Hill, PA

Megan D. Browning, Geography: Environmental Science Wellsboro, PA

Brianna P. Burkhart, Mass Communication: Public Relations York, PA

Kennith K. Burks, Mathematics: Applied Mathematics Williamsport, PA

Jonathan M. Burnette, Computer and Information Science: Computer Science Mansfield, PA

Trenton W. Chase, Medical Technology Mansfield, PA

Jade C. Christman, Business Administration Wellsboro, PA

Cody T. Chrzan, Nutrition: Sports Nutrition Milton, PA

Trevor L. Clark, Mass Communication: Public Relations Emporium, PA

Matthew J. Colvin, Mathematics: Applied Mathematics Campbell, NY

Katie L. Crane, Mass Communication: Journalism; Organizational Communication Harrisburg, PA

Anastasia M. Crissman, Geography: Environmental Science; Watershed Management Williamsport, PA

Henry Cupely, Psychology: Human Resource Management Wellsboro, PA

Nicolette Cusmano, Mass Communication: Public Relations Oakhurst, NJ

Michelle L. Dann, Business Administration Corning, NY

Ryan A. De Leo, Criminal Justice Administration; Political Science Trout Run, PA

Cynthia M. DiNunzio, Organizational Communication Lansdale, PA

Michael A. Doyle, Criminal Justice Administration New Hartford, NY

Nicole M. Dupree, Psychology: General Philadelphia, PA

Alexander R. Farley, Criminal Justice Administration; Philosophy: Pre-Law Bangor, PA

Taylor M. Frank, Geography: Environmental Science Mainesburg, PA

Emily S. Gaugler, Graphic Design: Print Graphics Winfield, PA

Jason J. Geneyan, Criminal Justice Administration Levittown, PA

Shawn Green, Criminal Justice Administration Philadelphia, PA

Alana J. Greenawalt, Graphic Design: Print Graphics Mount Joy, PA

Emily L. Gridley, Medical Technology Corning, NY

Derek L. Hall, Business Administration Wellsboro, PA

Eileen E. Halley, Mass Communication: Broadcasting Bridgeport, PA

Dominique M. Halton, Psychology: General Philadelphia, PA

Belloh T. Harris, Psychology: General Bristol, PA

Robert C. Hartmann, Criminal Justice Administration Cortland, NY

Nathaniel M. Hemenway, Mathematics: Pure Mathematics Wyalusing, PA

Robert W. Hemenway, Jr., Geography: Environmental Science Wellsboro, PA

Cory L. Henneghan, Criminal Justice Administration Carlisle, PA

Ryan D. Heun, Biology Roslyn, PA

Sabrina L. Holdren, Graphic Design: Print Graphics Covington, PA

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John W. Howell, Geography: Outdoor Recreation Leadership; Criminal Justice Administration Gillett, PA

Damon P. Jaggars, Mass Communication: Broadcasting Lake Ariel, PA

Hanna M. Johnson, Criminal Justice Administration Marysville, PA

Zubah Kabbah, Business Administration: Accounting Havertown, PA

Barbara M. Kelly, Psychology: Lifespan Development Addison, NY

Jacob Kelly, Biology Watkins Glen, NY

Amani Khabeer, Psychology: Human Resource Management Philadelphia, PA

Valerie Knapp, Computer and Information Science: Information Systems Ulster, PA

Kohl L. Knopp, Geography: Watershed Management Trout Run, PA

Michael Lamanna, Criminal Justice Administration Sayre, PA

Brandon J. Lepley, Geography: Watershed Management Lewisburg, PA

Tara R. Long, Geography: Outdoor Recreation Leadership Mill Hall, PA

Rosalie C. MacKay, Psychology: Counseling Mansfield, PA

Samantha K. MacNamara, Psychology: Lifespan Development Orchard Park, NY

Kurtis A. Mallow, Criminal Justice Administration Troy, PA

Alexa L. Marinelli, Biology Paxinos, PA

Christopher M. Martir, Criminal Justice Administration West Reading, PA

Clay A. McCarty, Computer and Information Science: Information Systems Milan, PA

Caitlynn M. McConnell, Graphic Design: Print Graphics Altoona, PA

Colleen M. Meringer, Geography: Environmental Science Mansfield, PA

Kaitlyn R. Meyer, Psychology: Counseling Sloansville, NY

Joshua D. Mihalik, Biology: Cell and Molecular Wellsboro, PA

Brandon W. Miller, Geography: Outdoor Recreation Leadership Felton, PA

Megan A. Miller, Psychology: Lifespan Development New Holland, PA

Nolan D. Milliman, Criminal Justice Administration Groton, NY

Veronica N. Moore, Criminal Justice Administration Coal Township, PA

Ashley K. Morey, Psychology: Counseling Van Etten, NY

Kaitlyn Mourer, Nutrition: Dietetics; Sports Nutrition Bensalem, PA

Carly A. Murphy, Psychology: Lifespan Development Sayre, PA

Bryant R. Myers, Business Administration Sayre, PA

Dejan Novakovity, Business Administration Budapest, Hungary

Matthew Novitski, Biology: Fisheries Kingston, PA

Laura O'Connor, Psychology: Human Resource Management Rome, PA

Colton R. Otto, Geography: Watershed Management Carlisle, PA

Megan A. Pazzaglia, Criminal Justice Administration Columbia Cross Roads, PA

Corey R. Peterson, Criminal Justice Administration Canton, PA

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P r o g r a M∫PRELUDE*

Selections from the following: Mansfield University Brass Band Armed Forces Salute, Stephen Bulla Dr. Nathan D. Rinnert, conductor

Brazil, arr. Norman Tailor

The Cossack, William Rimmer

Cossack Ride & Slavonic Dance, Brunon Baron, arr. Ray Woodfield

Harlem Rag March, Tom Turpin, arr. Alan Fernie

Home on the Range, Daniel Kelley, arr. Ralston/Barnes/Rinnert

March from “The Great Escape”, Elmer Bernstein, arr. Martin Ellerby

National Emblem, E.E. Bagley, arr. Edrich Siebert

Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da, Lennon & McCartney, arr. Alan Fernie

St. Louis Blues March, W.C. Handy, arr. Alan Fernie

Yesterday, Lennon & McCartney, arr. Alan Fernie

PROCESSIONAL*

Pomp & Circumstance No. 1, Edward Elgar, arr. Philip Sparke Mansfield University Brass Band Dr. Nathan D. Rinnert, conductor

OPENING OF CONVOCATIONDr. Charles Hoy, Grand Marshal

NATIONAL ANTHEMThe Star-Spangled Banner, by Francis Scott Key Mansfield University Brass Bandarr. by John Philip Sousa Dr. Nathan D. Rinnert, conductor Ms. Deanna Yoder, student soloist

INVOCATIONMs. Courtney Hull, Campus Ministry

WELCOME AND PRESENTATION OF THE PLATFORM PARTYDr. Charles Hoy, Grand Marshal

INTRODUCTION OF PRESIDENT HENDRICKSDr. Charles Hoy, Grand Marshal

WELCOME AND REMARKS General Francis L. Hendricks, President

GREETING FROM ALUMNIMs. Sharon Mokrzynski Kendrick ’81, Alumni Association Vice President

REMARKSMs. Victoria Malatesta, President, Student Government Association

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P r o g r a M ∫

INTRODUCTION OF COMMENCEMENT SPEAKERMr. Ralph H. Meyer, Chairman, Council of Trustees

ADDRESSMr. Steven Crawford ’81

PRESENTATION OF ASSOCIATE DEGREE CANDIDATESDr. Roy Stewart, Interim Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

PRESENTATION OF BACCALAUREATE DEGREE CANDIDATESDr. Roy Stewart, Interim Provost and Vice President for Academic AffairsDr. Joy Patricia Burke, Associate Provost & Dean of Education, Professional, and Graduate Studies

PRESENTATION OF MASTERS DEGREE CANDIDATESDr. Joy Patricia Burke, Associate Provost & Dean of Education, Professional, and Graduate Studies

RECOMMENDATION FOR CONFERRAL OF DEGREESDr. Roy Stewart, Interim Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

CONFERRAL OF DEGREESGeneral Francis L. Hendricks, President

ALMA MATERMansfield Hail, By Will George Butler, arr. by A. F. Brennan Mansfield University Brass BandPlease salute the Class of 2014 by joining in singing Dr. Nathan D. Rinnert, conductorthe Alma Mater. You will find the lyrics on page 20. Ms. Deanna Yoder, student soloist

ADJOURNMENT OF CONVOCATION

Dr. Charles Hoy, Grand Marshal

RECESSIONAL*"Allegro Deciso" from The Water Music, By G.F. Handel Mansfield University Brass Band

arr. by Gordon Collins Nathan D. Rinnert, conductor

*The Processional and RecessionalThe 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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Laurel A. Pettitt, Criminal Justice Administration Mansfield, PA

Blair R. Phelps, Geography: Mapping Technology Morris, PA

Devon A. Polaski, Criminal Justice Administration Mansfield, PA

Rachael M. Potter, Organizational Communication Big Flats, NY

Breyanna L. Renshaw, Criminal Justice Administration Elmira, NY

Michelle S. Reyes, Criminal Justice Administration Philadelphia, PA

Benjamin F. Reynolds, Geography: Watershed Management Mansfield, PA

Kirstin M. Richards, Criminal Justice Administration South Williamsport, PA

Morgan Ripley, Criminal Justice Administration Elmira, NY

Lydia J. Sakowski, Nutrition: Dietetics Unityville, PA

Brittany R. Saunders, Mass Communication: Public Relations West Falls, NY

Taryn E. Schawillie, Business Administration East Rochester, NY

Allison M. Seymour, Biology Mansfield, PA

Susan E. Shedden, Geography: Mapping Technology Troy, PA

Kasandra Smith, Nutrition: Dietetics Waverly, NY

Troy T. Snyder, Geography: Environmental Science Mansfield, PA

Pazhambalacode V. Srilakshmi, Business Administration Painted Post, NY

Chelsey T. Stiger, Psychology: Counseling Muncy, PA

Seth E. Tressler, Criminal Justice Administration Howard, PA

Katherine R. Tucker, Mathematics: Pure Mathematics Corning, NY

Carrie I. Vaillancourt, Psychology: Human Resource Management Sayre, PA

Kevin L. Valentine, Business Administration West Chester, PA

Joseph A. Vandrew, Geography: Outdoor Recreation Leadership Mechanicsburg, PA

Blaine H. Wainwright, Mass Communication: Broadcasting Clarksburg, PA

Brianna L. Walker, Business Administration: Marketing Mechanicsburg, PA

Matthew J. Wambach, Biology Levittown, PA

Brady M. Watkins, Criminal Justice Administration; Political Science Norristown, PA

Mark D. Weisen, Psychology: Counseling; Lifespan Development Springfield, PA

Melissa M. Wiles, Nutrition: Dietetics; Sports Nutrition Mansfield, PA

Monica M. Wilkerson, Mass Communication: Public Relations Philadelphia, PA

Derrick J. Williams, Geography: Environmental Science Gillett, PA

Kyle R. Witmer, Criminal Justice Administration Watsontown, PA

Aria E. Worthington, Business Administration Mansfield, PA

Richard W. Young, Business Administration Blossburg, PA

Katherine A. Younkin, Mass Communication: Public Relations New Columbia, PA

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BaCheLor of SCienCe in eduCation

Kaitlyn A. Calvert, Social Studies: History Education South Williamsport, PA

Colin P. Chapman, Social Studies: History Education Ulster, PA

Salvatore M. Didino, Jr., Early Childhood and Elementary Education Dingmans Ferry, PA

Emily S. Drake, Early Childhood and Elementary Education Elmira, NY

Lindsay Everett, Early Childhood and Elementary Education Blossburg, PA

Jodi J. Funk, Early Childhood and Elementary Education New Ringgold, PA

Emily S. Gaugler, Art Education Winfield, PA

Rebecca D. Hamm, Early Childhood and Elementary Education Slatington, PA

Erin L. Harrison, Early Childhood and Elementary Education Canandaigua, NY

Kathryn H. Holmes, Mathematics Education Wellsburg, NY

Dani-Ella M. Hostetter, Social Studies: History Education Annville, PA

Alanna N. Jenkins, Early Childhood and Elementary Education Apalachin, NY

Madeline M. Morse, Early Childhood and Elementary Education Troy, PA

Hannah S. Peck, Early Childhood and Elementary Education Corning, NY

Ashley C. Smith, Early Childhood and Elementary Education Lawrenceville, PA

Nicole T. Szewczyk, English Education Horseheads, NY

Kyle B. Thompson, Mass Communication: Broadcasting Roaring Branch, PA

Sky L. Woodhead, Art Education Mildred, PA

BaCheLor of SCienCe in nurSing

Judith L. Blosser, Nursing (RN to BSN) Shippensburg, PA

Larissa G. Borek, Nursing (RN to BSN) Columbia Cross Roads, PA

Nicole L. Holmes, Nursing (RN to BSN) Newville, PA

Diane S. Huey, Nursing (RN to BSN) Camp Hill, PA

Julia R. Mansfield, Nursing (RN to BSN) Wellsboro, PA

Mandy L. Martin, Nursing (RN to BSN) Mifflin, PA

Genevieve M. Romano, Nursing (RN to BSN) Greene, NY

Sharon I. Truitt, Nursing (RN to BSN) Mc Alisterville, PA

BaCheLor of SoCiaL work

Kami D. Carpenter, Social Work Laceyville, PA

Rita Ann M. Crumb, Social Work Mansfield, PA

Margaret J. Cumberland, Social Work Shunk, PA

Amelia R. Deery, Social Work Millerton, PA

Danielle R. Faulisi, Social Work Elmira, NY

Rachel D. Gulbin, Social Work Union Dale, PA

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Margaret A. Israel, Social Work Philadelphia, PA

Jasmine N. Jackson, Social Work Philadelphia, PA

Haleigh C. Lapp, Social Work New Columbia, PA

Tammy A. McAdoo, Social Work Towanda, PA

Haleigh Morton, Social Work Elmira, NY

Aric T. Root, Social Work Wellsboro, PA

Michele L. Siegfried, Social Work Zionsville, PA

Orlando Vargas, Social Work Bethlehem, PA

Jacquelyn N. Vinton, Social Work Philadelphia, PA

Hailey R. Wagstaff, Social Work Tioga, PA

Chelsea L. Webster, Social Work Sayre, PA

maSter of artS

Joseph R. Andrews, Organizational Leadership Chesterfield, VA

Kristopher Dumschat, Organizational Leadership Easton, PA

Brian C. Eisiminger, Music: Music Education Waynesburg, PA

Julia M. Federico, Music: Instrumental Conducting Florance, NJ

Alyssa A. Feher, Organizational Leadership Boiling Springs, PA

Melissa Ide, Organizational Leadership Bear Creek, PA

Charles Kefover, Music: Collaborative Piano Blossburg, PA

Amber B. Knauss, Organizational Leadership Northampton, PA

Kathryn A. Leonard, Organizational Leadership Scranton, PA

Lacey E. MacIntyre, Organizational Leadership York, PA

Elizabeth G. Rogol, Organizational Leadership Blandon, PA

Matthew M. Tanzos, Music: Music Specialist in Education Northampton, PA

maSter of eduCation

John F. Antonucci, School Library and Information Technologies Glenshaw, PA

Michelle L. Carapella, Special Education Addison, NY

Emily A. Conner, Elementary Education: Reading Specialist Norwich, NY

Mary J. Cooper, School Library and Information Technologies West Chester, OH

Erica L. Costellic, Elementary Education: Reading Specialist Tioga, PA

Sheryl L. Gates, School Library and Information Technologies Chicago, IL

Susan Hyde, School Library and Information Technologies Guys Mills, PA

Caitlin Ignaszewski, Special Education Painted Post, NY

Division of Graduate Studies

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Holly J. Kibbe, Elementary Education: Children's Literature Troy, PA

Autumn M. Kirker, School Library and Information Technologies Antwerp, NY

Sharon R. Logan, School Library and Information Technologies Colinsville, OK

Jolene R. Lyndaker, School Library and Information Technologies West Leyden, NY

Anna C. Montgomery, School Library and Information Technologies Chicago, IL

Laura J. Naugle, School Library and Information Technologies Carlinville, IL

Jesse N. Nice, Special Education Millerton, PA

Katherine A. Peterson, Special Education Lindley, NY

Leslie C. Rains, School Library and Information Technologies Searcy, AR

Denice Rhodes, School Library and Information Technologies Hampton, VA

Lauren E. Rider, Special Education Ulster, PA

Amanda R. Sweeley, Special Education Montoursville, PA

Leah Tenenbaum, School Library and Information Technologies Lancaster, PA

Amanda L. Xhilone, Special Education Mechanicsburg, PA

maSter of SCienCe

Jenna L. Boyce, Education: Reading Specialist Wellsboro, PA

Kelley A. Milton, Education: Reading Specialist Cogan Station, PA

Jordyn R. Webster, Education: Reading Specialist Mansfield, PA

Kreshel A. Wilson, Education: Reading Specialist Rome, PA

Joshua M. Wood, Education: Reading Specialist Mansfield, PA

Toni M. Ruocco, Education: Reading Specialist Corning, NY

maSter of SCienCe in nurSing

Cheri L. Bechtel, Nursing: Leadership / Administration Halifax, PA

Frances H. Bjorck, Nursing: Education Elmira, NY

Tammy J. Bocek, Nursing: Leadership / Administration Horseheads, NY

Nancy J. Elliott, Nursing: Education Jonestown, PA

Lorraine M. Gdanetz, Nursing: Education Erie, PA

Nicole Meekins, Nursing: Education Harrisburg, PA

Krista L. Overstrom, Nursing: Education Mansfield, PA

Alicia L. Snyder, Nursing: Leadership / Administration Harrisburg, PA

Alicia Urich, Nursing: Education New Cumberland, PA

Samantha H. Zych, Nursing: Leadership / Administration Pittsburgh, PA

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Academic AttireThe 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 two-inch 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 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 Pink ................................................................................MusicCitron ...........................................Social Science, Social Work Light blue .................................................................EducationWhite............................................................. Arts and Letters Apricot ........................................................................NursingGold .....................Science, Computer & Information Science 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 Bande-fLat Soprano Cornet

Brandon Clemson

repiano Cornet

Brandon Houtz

SoLo B-fLat Cornet

Bryan CarrMichael Carrasquillo

Cameron KingKyle Muldoon

2nd B-fLat Cornet

John BierneVictoria Royal

Brielle Sherman

3rd B-fLat Cornet

Jason NowakAllison Rosito

Brent Rounsville

fLugeLhorn

Nick Goldkranz

SoLo tenor horn

Dylan Krall

1St tenor horn

Megan Warriner

2nd tenor horn

Ben Wagner

1St Baritone

Marissa Pattison

2nd Baritone Aaron Shafer

euphonium

Nick Best

1St tromBone

Andrew Menges

2nd tromBone

Holly Burrell

BaSS tromBone

Dillon Brouse

e-fLat tuBa

Virginia DavisTacie Tews

BB-fLat tuBa

Morgan FeickAndrew Putt

perCuSSion

Adam DodgeColeman LidleChris MedyckiAlec Tallman

Board of Governors

Council of TrusteesMr. Steven M. Crawford, Vice Chairman, ’81, Camp Hill, PAMr. Max P. Gannon Jr., Towanda, PAMr. Patrick D. Henderson, Harrisburg, PAMs. Bobbi J. Kilmer, ’84, Towanda, PA Mr. Ralph H. Meyer, Chairman, South Waverly, PAMs. Karen J. Russell ’79, Mansfield, PA

Sen. Richard Alloway II, Chambersburg, PARep. Matthew E. Baker, Wellsboro, PAJennifer G. Branstetter, Harrisburg, PAMarie Conley, Harrisburg, PAGov. Tom Corbett, Harrisburg, PASara J. Dickson, Student, Clarion Univ., PACarolyn C. Dumaresq, Harrisburg, PALaura E. Ellsworth, Vice Chair, Sewickley, PAChristopher H. Franklin, Paoli, PATodd Garrett, Mercer, PA, Student, Clarion Univ., PAChelsea E. Getsy, Plum, PA, Student, Clarion Univ., PA

Rep. Michael K. Hanna, Lock Haven, PARonald G. Henry, Vice Chair, Bryn Mawr, PAJonathan B. Mack, Indiana, PADavid M. Maser, Philadelphia, PAJoseph F. McGinn, Linwood, PAGuido M. Pichini, Chairman, Wyomissing, PARobert S. Taylor, New Hope, PAAaron A. Walton, Allison Park, PASen. John T. Yudichak, NanticokeFrank T. Brogan, Harrisburg, PA, Chancellor

Mr. Aaron Singer, Wellsboro, PADr. Robert D. Strohecker, Secretary, ’91, Mansfield, PAMr. Zane Swanger, Student, Mansfield, PAMs. Pamela A. Witmer, Harrisburg, PAMr. Bruce L. Vickery, Esquire, ’89, Wellsboro, PA

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Messages From Students

Class of 2014 Gift DedicationsThe graduating class of 2014 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 2014 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.

RACHEL GULBINI want to say thank you to the Social Work Department for accepting me as I am and changing my life. To the friends I’ve made, good luck and I love you Dr. Sidell, Dr. Daly and Tiffany. Thank you for everything!

MICHELLE REYESMom and Dad, I dedicate today to you! Thank you for your love and support. Without you I don’t know where I’d be. Tio Bert, thank you for everything. To my family, thanks for the encouragement. I love you all!

To the Chapman family, my second family, thank you! I appreciate everything you’ve done for me. Colin, thanks for being my rock. I love you! Finally above all, I want to thank God, through Him anything is possible!

COLIN CHAPMANMyChelle Goonette, I am so thankful and proud to witness the most beautiful, intelligent woman I’ve ever met persevere through adversity and challenges and STILL SUCCEED. It shows just how great you are. Your friend, but most importantly, your lover, and BIGGEST SUPPORTER. Colin.

MORGAN RIPLEYTo my supportive family, without your patience, love and support today would not be possible. I will never be able to thank you enough. I love you all more than words can say. Thank you. From the bottom of my heart.

MARIAH REILLYMariah, at age 5, I said it was an honor to be your father because you were so cool. That was a lie. I know you were the salt of the earth then and you have proved it every day since. Love Dad

Moer, Congratulations on your graduation. It is a proud day for me also. Thank you for being such a wonderful granddaughter. Love Pop Pop

Congratulations to my beautiful granddaughter on your graduation from Mansfield University! You have persevered through some tough times and still accomplished you goals. I am so proud of you and will love you always. MeMom

Messages To Students

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Mariah, Congrats! You’ve worked so hard to get here and we are so proud of you! Enjoy this time. You rock! Love Mom and Dave

DANI-ELLA MARIE HOSTETTERWe are extremely proud! Our little princess of yesteryear, now quite the young lady. You have worked very diligently and we recognize the efforts of your accomplishment to reach your goal. As you graduate today, walk in pride. You have earned every step. We wish you much success in your future endeavor as a teacher.

We recognize your energy, love for life, your care and thoughtfulness for people, and the strength you have to carry on as a strong consistent teacher. You will always be a bright shining star. Love and pride from our hearts. Mom, Dad and sisters

MICHELLE S. REYESWords can’t begin to express how proud we are of you. Congratulations! Your future is bright and promising. Thank you for being such a great example for your family to emulate. We love you! The Martinez Family

Our dear Steph, since the beginning you’ve been our greatest love. Words can’t describe how proud we are of the strong, intelligent, humble, young lady you are. You’ve worked hard and are an inspiration to your family. Congrats! (ILYAM). Mom and Dad

KAITLYN NICOLE MOURERYou make us so proud. You worked hard. You made lifetime friends. You have grown up and are about to start your life. May all your dreams come true. CONGRATULATIONS! Dad, Mom, Jackie, Michael, Mackenzie, Michael, Tim, Lisa, Tommy and Angela

RACHEL GULBINRachel, I am so proud of you and all your accomplishments. I know you will be truly successful in the future. I love you! Grandma Gulbin

JODI FUNKCongratulations!! Your day is finally here! We are all so proud of you and are looking forward to seeing what else you will accomplish in your life. We love you! Mom, Dad and Cole

MORGAN ALLENCongratulations to the best music teacher any student will be lucky to have. We are so proud of you!! We all love you so much!! Mom, Dad, Josh, Tyler, Grandma and Grandpa

SALVATORE DI DINO, JR.Congratulations on your achievement. We are so proud of you - especially for making the Dean’s List every semester! Keep up the hard work and you will definitely accomplish your goals in life! Love Mom, Dad and Sheryl

COLIN P. CHAPMANColin, “The future lies before you, like a field of driven snow. Be careful how you tread it, for every step will show.” Congrats son, we are so proud of you. Go forth and teach. Love Mom and Dad

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