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WEST HARTFORD, CT (07/28/2021)-- The University of Hartford is pleased to announce the students who have been named to the President's Honors List and/or the Dean's List for Spring 2021. Lauren Abrams of Cherry Hill: Dean's List William Barclay of Medford: Dean's List Ian Cifone of Merchantville: Dean's List Keijah Hall of Bridgeton: Dean's List Rachel Necky of Voorhees: Dean's List Francesca Onimus of Mullica Hill: Dean's List Melanie Poland of Burlington: Dean's List Isabel Rothberg of Cherry Hill: Dean's List Brianna Sanchez of Vineland: Dean's List Ethan Sharpe of Burlington: Dean's List Kristina Shaw of Lumberton: Dean's List Justin... Read more →

AUSTIN, TX – Rowan’s Korie Hague (Vineland, NJ/Vineland) has been named to the 2021 Academic All-America® Division III Softball Third Team, as selected by the College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSIDA). She becomes the sixth Academic All-America honoree in Rowan softball history and the first since 2016, when Shilah Snead earned selection to the Second Team. Overall, Hague’s selection marks the 30th time a Rowan student-athlete has been named an Academic All-America, dating back to 1979. A rising senior, Hague is a health and physical education major and was chosen to the CoSIDA Academic All-District II Team, as well... Read more →

Dean's list honors announced at Tufts University MEDFORD/SOMERVILLE, MA (07/27/2021)-- Tufts University recently announced the dean's list for the Spring 2021 semester. Among those students are: Martina Tan of Mount Laurel, NJ, class of 2021 Aaron Klein of Hainesport, NJ, class of 2024 Andrew Rauscher of Moorestown, NJ, class of 2024 Sean Smallets of Sicklerville, NJ, class of 2024 Henry Adair of Ocean City, NJ, class of 2022 Tori Berlin of Cherry Hill, NJ, class of 2022 Callie Watson of Wall Township, NJ, class of 2022 Madison Beske-Somers of Mullica Hill, NJ, class of 2021 Andrew Cervantes of Mount Laurel,... Read more →

ALLENTOWN, PA (07/26/2021)-- Ten Muhlenberg College athletes, including Zachary Lill of Medford (08055), were recognized for their behavior on the field, course, court and track with their selection to the 2021 Spring All-Centennial Conference Sportsmanship Team. Established by the CC Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC), the All-Sportsmanship Team honors a member from each squad who displayed good sportsmanship throughout their career. The Mules who were honored were: (pictured above) Katie Chen, women's golf Sophie Chong, softball Karly DiSanto, women's lacrosse Jack Dollinger, baseball Cole Draghi, men's lacrosse Kayleigh Durning, women's track and field Sophia Framm, women's tennis Benedict Kohler, men's tennis... Read more →

ALLENTOWN, PA (07/26/2021)-- Seventy-two Muhlenberg College student-athletes, including Zachary Lill of Medford (08055), were recognized for their performance in the classroom and on the field, court, track and course with their selection to the Centennial Conference Academic Honor Roll for the spring 2021 season. To be named to the Academic Honor Roll, a student-athlete must be a sophomore or higher in class standing and carry at least a 3.40 cumulative grade-point average through the end of the Fall 2020 semester. In addition, 19 Mules were named to the Academic All-Centennial team for earning spots on the Academic Honor Roll and... Read more →

Bryant University students named to Deans' List SMITHFIELD, RI (07/22/2021)-- Bryant University is pleased to recognize the students who have been named to the Deans' List for the spring 2021 semester. Jenna Birnbohm-Kaminski, class of 2022, from Southampton, NJ. Michael Andrejco, class of 2021, from Wall, NJ. Jenna Gardner, class of 2023, from Millville, NJ. Brett Wichrowski, class of 2024, from Williamstown, NJ. Emma Sears, class of 2024, from Medford, NJ. Congratulations on this outstanding achievement! About Bryant University For 158 years, Bryant University has been at the forefront of delivering an exceptional education that anticipates the future and prepares... Read more →

HEMPSTEAD, NY (07/22/2021)-- Hofstra University congratulates the students named to the Spring 2021 Dean's List for their outstanding academic achievement. Students must earn a grade point average of at least 3.5 during the semester to make the Dean's List. Anaya Colon of Clementon, NJ Colette Euksuzian of Medford, NJ Antonio Franceschini of Pilesgrove, NJ Josephine Hammond of Mt Laurel, NJ Liam Keller of Marlton, NJ Kaitlyn King of Cape May, NJ Augostina Mallous of Cape May Court House, NJ Madeline Merinuk of Woodbury, NJ Jonathan Meyer of Marlton, NJ Daniel Morgan of Chesterfield, NJ Nerys Muller of Vineland, NJ Madalyn... Read more →

READING, PA (07/22/2021)-- To be eligible for the Dean's List, Albright students must earn a GPA of 3.75 or better while taking a minimum of three letter-graded courses during a semester. Local students earning Albright College Spring 2021 Dean's List honors include: Elizabeth Bacovin of Bordentown, N.J. (08505). A graduate of Notre Dame High School, Bacovin studied Digital Studio Art with a minor in Arts Administration during the spring semester. Ama Yarboi of Lumberton, N.J. (08048). A graduate of Catonsville High School, Yarboi studied International Relations and Political Science with minors in English and Legal Studies during the spring semester.... Read more →

GETTYSBURG, PA (07/19/2021)-- Gettysburg College students take pride in their work, and we are likewise proud to announce their recent academic achievements. Students with a quality point average in the range of 3.300 to 3.599 for a semester's work were recently placed on the Deans' Commendation List. The following students from your area have been placed on the Spring 2021 list: Carson Butler of Camden (08102) Declan Cronin of Haddonfield (08033) Kathryn DeLia of Marlton (08053) John Demas of Moorestown (08057) Annabel Gorman of Moorestown (08057) Matthew Granito of Moorestown (08057) Jacob Howley of Collingswood (08108) Alexandra Pond of Moorestown... Read more →

GETTYSBURG, PA (07/19/2021)-- Gettysburg College students take pride in their work, and we are likewise proud to announce their recent academic achievements. Students whose semester averages were 3.6 or above were recently placed on the Dean's Honor List. The following local students have been awarded this outstanding academic achievement in the Spring 2021 semester. Rebecca Blaszczyk of Swedesboro (08085) Tyler Carmolingo of Mullica Hill (08062) Macey Cohen of Marlton (08053) John Comegno of Moorestown (08057) Katherine Cona of Haddon Township (08108) Gabriela Connor of Haddonfield (08033) Casey Creagh of Burlington (08016) Laura Duffy of Marlton (08053) Dylan Elliott of Sewell... Read more →

ROCHESTER, NY (07/19/2021)-- Rochester Institute of Technology conferred more than 4,000 degrees at all of its campuses in the 2020-2021 academic year. Due to New York state COVID-19 occupancy restrictions, commencement was celebrated May 14-15 in smaller ceremonies by college and were live-streamed for graduates' family and friends. Liam Bradley of Margate City (08402) received a BS in ASL-English interpretation. Karshit Shah of Vineland (08361) received an ACT in big data analytics and an MS in computer science. Sofia Quinones of Williamstown (08094) received a BS and MS in electrical engineering. Jake Koerner of Mount Laurel (08054) received a BS... Read more →

GARDEN CITY, NY (07/15/2021)-- A select group of outstanding students has been named to the Spring 2020 Dean's List at Adelphi University. Adelphi's deans of Arts and Sciences, Education and Health Science, Business, Nursing and Public Health, Social Work and Psychology recognize superior academic work every semester. The Dean's List includes full-time students registered for 12 or more credits who have completed at least 9 graded credits and achieved a GPA of 3.5 or above for the semester. This recognition becomes part of the student's academic record and is entered into the individual's transcript. Gabrielle Byrnes of Voorhees (08043) Andrew... Read more →

CLINTON, NY (07/14/2021)-- The following local residents were named to the Dean's List at Hamilton College for the spring 2021 semester: Gregory Bauman of Moorestown (08057). Bauman, a rising junior majoring in physics, is a graduate of Moorestown High School. Abigail Henkel of Haddon Township (08108). Henkel, a May graduate, majored in anthropology and French and francophone studies at Hamilton. Matthew Knowlton of Cinnaminson (08077). Knowlton, a May graduate, majored in world politics at Hamilton. Ethan McDevitt of Moorestown (08057). McDevitt, a rising senior majoring in music and physics, is a graduate of Moorestown High School. To be named to... Read more →

What is a HEERF II Grant? What is HEERF II? A HEERF II grant is a federal grant made possible by the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act (CRRSAA): Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund II (HEERF II). An earlier version of this program was known as the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. CCP received $31,849,546 in HEERF II funds and will use at least $8,051,216 toward emergency grants for students. Per the U.S. Department of Education, these grants may be used by students to pay for any component of the student’s cost of attendance education and/or... Read more →

KUTZTOWN, PA (07/14/2021)-- Kutztown University is pleased to welcome the newest members of the Golden Bear family, including both new incoming freshmen and transfer students, for the upcoming 2021 fall semester. Colin Ems of Medford, NJ (08055). Alexandra Fasano of Marlton, NJ (08053). Gabrielle Waldman of Marlton, NJ (08053). Olivia Eilbacher of Cherry Hill, NJ (08034). Juliana Donato of Cedarville, NJ (08311). Brianna Stocklin of Deptford, NJ (08096). Christina Alepa of Lumberton, NJ (08048). Andrew Mann of Medford, NJ (08055). Alexa Burroughs of Medford, NJ (08055). Shane Thompson of Cherry Hill, NJ (08034). Jahiad Cook-Graham of Magnolia, NJ (08049). Matthew... Read more →

KUTZTOWN, PA (07/12/2021)-- Kutztown University has conferred degrees for more than 1,300 students for the 2021 spring semester. Kutztown University announces degree conferment twice a year, once in the winter and once in the summer. Commencement exercises are held in May and December; however, students finish the requirements for graduation throughout the entire year. The following students have been awarded degrees following the 2021 spring semester. The cumulative grade point average necessary for honors distinction is: with honor (cum laude) 3.40; with high honor (magna cum laude) 3.60 and with highest honor (summa cum laude) 3.80. Students listed multiple times... Read more →

LEWISBURG, PA (07/12/2021)-- Bucknell University has released the dean's list for outstanding academic achievement during the spring semester of the 2020-21 academic year. A student must earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher on a scale of 4.0 to receive dean's list recognition. The following students have achieved dean's list status for spring 2021: Carrie Baeckstrom, class of 2021, from Cherry Hill, NJ Jack Goldberg, class of 2021, from Haddonfield, NJ Samantha Taufer, class of 2021, from Voorhees, NJ Jake Schonwald, class of 2021, from Mount Laurel, NJ Amber Coleman, class of 2021, from Moorestown, NJ Taylor LaRosa,... Read more →

ROCHESTER, NY (07/09/2021)-- Rochester Institute of Technology announces its spring 2021 Dean's List! Undergraduate students are eligible for Dean's List if their GPA is greater than or equal to 3.40 for nine credit hours of traditionally graded coursework; they do not have any grades of "Incomplete," NE, D, or F; and they have registered for, and completed, at least 12 credit hours. Carly Strohl of Marlton (08053), who is in the new media design program. Rachel DeTone of Marlton (08053), who is in the graphic design program. Max Dragan of Mount Holly (08060), who is in the medical illustration program.... Read more →

BROOKLAWN, NJ --Carmen Palmiero of Brooklawn was an outstanding all around athlete at Gloucester City High School in mid 1950’s. Palmiero was a 4 sport star playing Football, Basketball, Baseball and Track. Palmiero headed to Penn State after his graduation where he excelled in Basketball. Tragically Palmiero and a friend died in an auto accident driving home for Christmas in his Sophomore year. We were recently provided with a copy of a scrapbook by Rose Van Eck, Carmen’s sister. Hope this column provides an insight into Carmen both the man and athlete. Not sure of the Chronological order, but every... Read more →

BOSTON, MA (07/08/2021)-- The requirement to make Dean's List is a grade point average of 3.7 or higher for that semester. The following students have been named to Emerson College's Dean's List for the Spring 2021 semester: Alexis Souza of Berlin, NJ (08009) - Media Arts Production, Class of 2024 Leissa Romulus of Bordentown, NJ (08505) - Marketing Communication, Class of 2024 Allison Hoag of Cherry Hill, NJ (08034) - Media Arts Production, Class of 2022 Sean Etter of Medford, NJ (08055) - Creative Writing BFA, Class of 2022 Rachel Gazzara of Mount Laurel, NJ (08054) - Media Arts Production,... Read more →

BEREA, OH (07/08/2021)-- Chase Kessler of Mount Laurel (08054) was part of the talented cast and crew in the Baldwin Wallace University and Playhouse Square collaborative production of "BARS (Beatboxing, Acting, Rapping, Singing)" during the spring 2021 semester. Kessler, a graduate of Lenape High School majoring in music theatre direction, served as associate music director in the production. The hip-hop, music theatre-based improv show combined the classic music theatre art form with contemporary skills in beatboxing and rapping. The culturally diverse and stylistically dynamic cast piloted the interactive audience experience through the world of improvisational sketch comedy while creating scenes... Read more →

in 2020-21 KUTZTOWN, PA (07/07/2021)-- A year after surpassing 200 Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) Scholar-Athletes for the first time, Kutztown University student-athletes produced their most impressive academic performance yet in 2020-21. The Golden Bears obliterated their former record of 206 honorees with 252 this year, helping the PSAC establish a new conference-record with 4,162 scholar-athletes. Kutztown increased its scholar-athlete rate by nearly 8% from last year with 56.1% of its 449 eligible student-athletes recognized. In terms of overall honorees, the Golden Bears ranked 10th of the PSAC's 18 institutions, though the number of sports sponsored is not similar from... Read more →

SCRANTON, PA (06/28/2021)-- Local residents were among more than 1,875 students named to The University of Scranton's Dean's List for the 2021 spring semester. The Dean's List recognizes students for academic excellence. A student must have a grade point average of 3.5 or better with a minimum number of credit hours during the semester to make the Dean's List. The list includes students from the Jesuit university's College of Arts and Sciences, Kania School of Management and Panuska College of Professional Studies. The students are: Alex W. Hartman of Palmyra (08065), a freshman computer science major in the University's College... Read more →

ITHACA, NY (06/28/2021)-- Ithaca College congratulates all May 2021 graduates. Maya Carlson of Hainesport (08036) graduated with a BA in Writing. Corinne Cooper of Mount Laurel (08054) graduated with a BS in Spch Lang Pathology. Jamie Doto of Cherry Hill (08002) graduated with a BFA in Wrtg for Film,TV,Emerg Media. Bruce Franz of Columbus (08022) graduated with a BS in Environmental Science. Tanner George of Shamong (08088) graduated with a BS in Cinema & Photography. Kelsey Ryan Grant of Voorhees (08043) graduated with a BA in Computer Science. Tara Griffiths of Egg Harbor Township (08234) graduated with a BS in... Read more →

GLASSBORO, NJ – Rowan seniors Ryan McIssac, Nick Schooley and Donald Zellman have been named to the 2020-21 Academic All-District® Baseball Team, selected by CoSIDA, which recognizes the nation’s top student-athletes for their combined performances on the field and in the classroom. These Profs now advance to the CoSIDA Academic All-America® ballot with first-, second- and third-team Academic All-America® honorees to be announced in late July. McIsaac (Millville, NJ), a health promotion/wellness management major in his second year at Rowan, has also been recognized with 2021 NJAC All-Academic Honorable Mention and as a Rowan Scholar-Athlete. He hit a team-best .409... Read more →

GLASSBORO, NJ - Rowan head baseball coach Mike Dickson (photo) has been named the ABCA/ATEC NCAA Divison III Mid-Atlantic Region Coach of the Year, receiving the award for the first time in his career. ABCA Coaches of the Year This season, Dickson led Rowan to an NCAA Regional Championship and to its first NCAA Division III World Series since 2005. He guided the Profs to the second NJAC Championship during his tenure, and the 17th in school history, while earning the top seed in the NCAA Marietta Regional. Dickson also received th conference's Coach of the Year award for the... Read more →

for the Spring 2021 Semester TAMPA, FL (06/28/2021)-- The University of Tampa has honored 1,758 students who were named to the dean's list for the Spring 2021 semester. Students must maintain a GPA of 3.75 or higher to be eligible for the dean's list. The following local students were named to the dean's list: Trevor Etkins, of Marlton (08053) Graceline Galan, of Vineland (08361) Emily Kane, of Stratford (08084) Jillian Simpkins, of Delran (08075) Katelyn Hanmer, of Ocean City (08226) Courtney Pasterchick, of Wall Township (07719) Matthew Bradley, of Galloway (08205) Madison Mount, of Chesterfield (08515) Emily Caignon, of Vineland... Read more →

CHESTER, PA (06/30/2021)-- Widener University honored graduates at ceremonies between May 11 and 14 on the campus in Chester, Pennsylvania. The university provided two in-person, outdoor celebration options for students who chose to participate: A drive-through ceremony where graduates were able to exit their vehicles and be recognized as they crossed a stage in front of the historic Old Main administration building. A series of traditional "mini" ceremonies on campus at Memorial Field, with 100 or fewer graduates at each. Virtual, asynchronous celebratory content was also provided through widener.edu for all graduates, whether or not they chose to participate in... Read more →

ANNVILLE, PA (06/29/2021)-- More than 300 Lebanon Valley College student-athletes have been named to the Middle Atlantic Conference's (MAC) 2020-21 Academic Honor Roll. The academic honor roll is comprised of student-athletes who compete in varsity-level sport and register a GPA of 3.20 (on a 4.00 scale) or higher for the entire 2020-21 academic year. Local students include: Allison Bimmer of Maple Shade, (08052), a graduate of Maple Shade High School, is a member of the Lebanon Valley College women's basketball team(s) and is majoring in criminal justice. Matt Blocksom of Alloway, (08001), a graduate of Woodstown High School, is a... Read more →

LEWISBURG, PA (06/29/2021)-- Bucknell University has released the dean's list for outstanding academic achievement during the spring semester of the 2020-21 academic year. A student must earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher on a scale of 4.0 to receive dean's list recognition. The following students have achieved dean's list status for spring 2021: Max Bean, class of 2024, from Belmar, NJ Helena Wackerman, class of 2024, from LAKE COMO, NJ Benjamin Browner, class of 2024, from Cherry Hill, NJ Jake Fowler, class of 2023, from Cherry Hill, NJ Ted Kennedy, class of 2022, from Haddonfield, NJ Haley... Read more →

ALLENTOWN, PA (06/28/2021)-- By Meghan Kita, Senior Writer The College's 173rd Commencement celebrated the Class of 2021 in a pair of socially distanced ceremonies held in downtown Allentown. Local students include: Shannon Beachem graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology. Beachem is a resident of Wall Township (07719), New Jersey. Lacey Berk graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre. Berk is a resident of Margate (08402), NJ. Brooke Greenberg graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and a minor in Women's and Gender Studies. Greenberg is a resident of Cherry... Read more →

TAMPA, FL (06/28/2021)-- The University of Tampa has honored 1,758 students who were named to the dean's list for the Spring 2021 semester. Students must maintain a GPA of 3.75 or higher to be eligible for the dean's list. The following local students were named to the dean's list: Trevor Etkins, of Marlton (08053) Graceline Galan, of Vineland (08361) Emily Kane, of Stratford (08084) Jillian Simpkins, of Delran (08075) Katelyn Hanmer, of Ocean City (08226) Courtney Pasterchick, of Wall Township (07719) Matthew Bradley, of Galloway (08205) Madison Mount, of Chesterfield (08515) Emily Caignon, of Vineland (08361) Emily Fournier, of Cape... Read more →

ITHACA, NY (06/24/2021)-- Ithaca College congratulates students named to the Dean's List for the spring 2021 semester. Jay Barrett of Avalon (08202) Maya Carlson of Hainesport (08036) Timothy Hannon of Egg Harbor Township (08234) Sean Herb of Medford (08055) Brittany Hope of Columbus (08022) Shannon King of Moorestown (08057) Allie Matthews of Browns Mills (08015) Michael Sheehan of Haddon Township (08108) Maxwell Sobel of Cherry Hill (08003) Matthew Wolf of Cherry Hill (08003) Thomas Zieger of Cherry Hill (08003) About Ithaca College Founded in 1892, Ithaca College is a residential college dedicated to building knowledge and confidence through a continuous... Read more →

DURHAM, NH (06/24/2021)-- The following students have been named to the Dean's List at the University of New Hampshire for the spring 2021 semester. Lauren Oldock of Wall Township, NJ for earning Highest Honors Jack Grabicki of Wall Township, NJ for earning Highest Honors Alyssa Walter of Cherry Hill, NJ for earning Highest Honors Mark Troiani of Haddonfield, NJ for earning Highest Honors Patrick Hughes of Haddon Heights, NJ for earning Honors Alison Fehl of Lumberton, NJ for earning High Honors Cameron Wagner of Medford, NJ for earning Honors Faith Bonett of Moorestown, NJ for earning Highest Honors Rachel Hollywood... Read more →

WORCESTER, MA (06/24/2021)-- The criteria for the WPI Dean's List differs from most other universities as WPI does not compute a grade point average (GPA). Instead, WPI defines the Dean's List by the amount of work completed at the A level in courses and projects. The following undergradutes were named to the Spring 2021 Dean's List: Anne Hughes of Woodbury, NJ class of 21 majoring in Biomedical Engineering Emilia Perez of Mays Landing, NJ class of 21 majoring in Civil Engineering Savannah Parker of Pedricktown, NJ class of 22 majoring in Biomedical Engineering Gabrielle Healey of Voorhees, NJ class of... Read more →

EMMITSBURG, MD (06/22/2021)-- Mount St. Mary's University is pleased to announce that 673 students earned Dean's List honors in Spring 2021, achieving this accomplishment in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. An additional 180 students were named to the President's List for earning a grade point average of 4.0. Carolyn Allen of Vineland Samantha Barry of Williamstown Joshua Brown of Ocean City Ryan Carroll of Marlton Hannah Cooksey of Pennsville Dominic Curcio of Elmer Danielle Donoghue of Ocean City Matthew Dwyer of Lumberton Jason Dyson of Thorofare Emily Hall of Mickleton Courtney Humphreys of Pennsville Laura Kingham of Haddonfield Braeden... Read more →

WINCHESTER, VA (06/21/2021)-- Shenandoah would like to honor the 962 students who made the Spring 2021 Dean's List. To be considered for the Dean's List, students must complete at least 12 semester hours and earn a semester GPA of 3.5 or higher. Jason Morgan is from Marlton, NJ (08053). Lindsey Florio is from Marlton, NJ (08053). Isabelle Howley is from Burlington, NJ (08016). Maxwell Castellano is from Northfield, NJ (08225). Elizabeth McGee is from Moorestown, NJ (08057). Gabriella Raspanti is from Sewell, NJ (08080). Rebecca Briant is from Mount Holly, NJ (08060). Brianna Lincks is from Bridgeton, NJ (08302). Dylan... Read more →

Students Named to President's List at Mount St. Mary's University EMMITSBURG, MD (06/22/2021)-- Mount St. Mary's University is pleased to announce that 180 students earned President's List honors in the Spring 2021 semester. These high-achieving students earned a 4.0 grade point average with at least 12 earned credits in the Spring 2021 semester. Nicholas DiNunzio of Williamstown Stephanie Huseby of Medford Emily O'Donnell of Cherry Hill Alyssa Pinto of Browns Mills DeSales Spring 2021 Dean's List CENTER VALLEY, PA (06/22/2021)-- The following students made the Dean's List for the Spring 2021 semester at DeSales University. To qualify for Dean's List,... Read more →

SELINSGROVE, PA (06/21/2021)-- Susquehanna University congratulates its dean's list students. The dean's list recognizes students who achieve a grade point average of 3.4 or higher out of a possible 4.0 for the semester. Julia Adams, of Palmyra, is an English-Publishing & Editing and Marketing major of the Class of 2023 and a graduate of Palmyra. Zoe Bork, of Egg Hbr Twp, is an Early Childhood Education major of the Class of 2024 and a graduate of Egg Harbor Twp. Victoria Clarke, of Egg Harbor City, is a Finance major of the Class of 2023 and a graduate of Absegami. Brett... Read more →

PHILADELPHIA, PA (06/17/2021)-- University of the Sciences recognized graduates as part of the University's 200th Commencement celebration held virtually on Wednesday, May 26, 2021. Adam Khanu of Bordentown (NJ) graduated with a MS in Health Psychology . Alana Pullen of Southampton (NJ) graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree . Alexa Malerba of Wall Township (NJ) graduated Cum Laude with a Doctor of Occupational Therapy degree . Alexa Mock of Sicklerville (NJ) graduated with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree . Alyssa Wiley of Salem (NJ) graduated with a BS in Pharmaceutical Sciences and a minor... Read more →

BETHLEHEM, PA (06/17/2021)-- During Commencement ceremonies on May 24, 2021, Lehigh University conferred 1,295 Bachelor's degrees, 549 Master's degrees and 104 Doctoral degrees. Of the nearly 2,000 graduates, degree recipients came from 45 states and 36 countries outside of the United States. Congratulations to these graduates from your area! Alyson Duffin of Bellmawr (08031) with Bachelor of Science in Integrated SS/Engineering degree with High Honors Briana Boulton of Riverton (08077) with Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering degree with High Honors Ann Foley of Merchantville (08109) with Bachelor of Science in Integrated NS/Engineering degree with Highest Honors Morgan McConnell of... Read more →

TO THE POINT: CAMDEN CITY– Truth be told, recalls Aliyah Jones, it all started with a bout of procrastination. The rising Rutgers University–Camden senior was browsing her emails, trying to do anything other than start her work, when she spotted an email from one of her professors touting a National Science Foundation research experience for undergraduates (REU) at Duke University. “I saw that it was a great opportunity to work with children in a development lab,” says Jones, a double major in psychology and social work. With some advice from Rutgers–Camden’s Office of Scholar Development and Fellowship Advising, the Sicklerville... Read more →

Barbara Pagan named to Dean's List at Cumberlands WILLIAMSBURG, KY (06/03/2021)-- In recognition of academic performance, the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs at University of the Cumberlands has announced the students named to the Dean's List for the spring 2021 semester. To be eligible for the Dean's List, students must be enrolled in at least 12 credit hours (a full course load), maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.50, and be in good academic standing. Barbara Pagan of West Deptford, NJ (08096) is one of the students named to the spring 2021 Dean's List. Well... Read more →

READING, PA (06/09/2021)-- Nearly 650 students earned associate, bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees from Alvernia University during the 2020-21 academic year. Graduates from August 2020, December 2020 and May 2021 celebrated by walking across the stage at First Energy Stadium on May 15, 2021. The following local students were among those who completed their degrees: Tyler Hunter Barrett of Mays Landing, NJ, has graduated with a Master of Business Administration degree after completing all the requirements for graduation during the 2020-21 academic year. Barrett majored in Community Service and Economic Leadership while studying at Alvernia University. Ashley DaNaya Conquest of... Read more →

BURLINGTON, VT (06/09/2021)-- Determined to maintain the spirit of joy and optimism that is the hallmark of UVM's commencement ceremony, but doing so in a safe manner, University of Vermont President Suresh Garimella conferred degrees on graduates at multiple, smaller school and college ceremonies. "Our emphasis will be on celebrating our students. We are very proud of each and every one of them and salute their accomplishment," Garimella said prior to the ceremonies, which marked the end of a highly successful year of in-person education on the UVM campus. An estimated 3,347 graduates, including 2,685 bachelors, 435 masters, 117 doctoral... Read more →

Mary Purcell of Ocean City Graduates from Special Jesuit Liberal Arts Honors Program at Scranton SCRANTON, PA (06/09/2021)-- Mary R. Purcell of Ocean City was among 37 members of The University of Scranton's class of 2021 who graduated from its Special Jesuit Liberal Arts Honors Program (SJLA), which is one of Scranton's programs of excellence. Students in SJLA pursue a rigorous education designed to develop enhanced writing, oral and critical-thinking skills through specially designed courses in philosophy, theology and literature. Purcell graduated, summa cum laude, as an English and philosophy double major. Tatyana Williams graduates from Bridgewater College BRIDGEWATER, VA... Read more →

BURLINGTON, VT (06/09/2021)-- To be named to the dean's list, students must have a grade-point average of 3.0 or better and rank in the top 20 percent of their class in their respective college or school. Joseph Abate of Burlington, NJ Erika Adamson of Medford, NJ Kennedy Brown of Bellmawr, NJ Kendal Coldren of Delran, NJ Caroline Flynn of Medford, NJ Rachel Goldman of Southampton, NJ Melissa Kampf of Ocean City, NJ Lauryn Katz of Mount Laurel, NJ Parker Kimberly of Riverton, NJ Julia Kropiewnicki of Mullica Hill, NJ Claire Leahy of Pilesgrove, NJ Natalie Lloyd of Moorestown, NJ Joshua... Read more →

James Madison University announces spring 2021 honors graduates HARRISONBURG, VA (06/10/2021)-- James Madison University is pleased to announce the following students who graduated with honors during the May 2021 commencement exercises. Julie Busca of Medford (08055) graduated Cum Laude with a degree in communication sciences and disorders. Rylee Booth of Voorhees (08043) graduated Summa Cum Laude with a degree in health sciences. Morgan Hilton of Deptford (08096) graduated Cum Laude with a degree in interdisciplinary liberal studies. Rachel Accorsi of Mullica Hill (08062) graduated Magna Cum Laude with a degree in international affairs. Isabelle Nicholas of West Deptford (08096) graduated... Read more →

READING, PA (06/10/2021)-- Over 700 students were named to Alvernia University's Dean's List for the spring 2021 semester. The following local students were among those honored: Julia Peter of Columbus (08022) studied Occupational Therapy at Alvernia's Reading Campus during the spring 2021 semester. Tessa Beck of Palmyra (08065) studied Occupational Therapy at Alvernia's Reading Campus during the spring 2021 semester. Samantha Burns of Cinnaminson (08077) studied Occupational Therapy at Alvernia's Reading Campus during the spring 2021 semester. Hannah Schwarzmann of Lumberton (08048) studied Nursing at Alvernia's Reading Campus during the spring 2021 semester. Elizabeth Danovich of Sewell (08080) studied Occupational... Read more →

James Madison University announces spring 2021 graduates HARRISONBURG, VA (06/10/2021)-- James Madison University is pleased to announce the following students who graduated during the May 2021 commencement exercises. Sophie Johnson of Cherry Hill (08002), who graduated with a degree in architectural design. Kristyn Butler of Burlington (08016), who graduated with a degree in communication sciences and disorders. Carley Fitzpatrick of Columbus (08022), who graduated with a degree in communication studies. Caroline Conte of Haddonfield (08033), who graduated with a degree in kinesiology. Joseph Paparone of Haddonfield (08033), who graduated with a degree in management. Erin Catillo of Haddonfield (08033), who... Read more →