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Ho! a cheer for green and yellow

Up with yellow and the green,

They’re the shades that deck our prairies

Far and wide with glorious sheen,

Fields of waving green in springtime

Golden yellow in the fall —

How the great high-arching heaven

Looks and laughs upon it all.

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BY FRANCIS SCOTT KEY

Oh, say can you see by the dawn’s early light,

What so proudly we hailed at the twilight’s last gleaming?

Whose broad stripes and bright stars, thru the perilous fight,

O’er the ramparts we watched, were so gallantly streaming?

And the rockets’ red glare, the bombs bursting in air,

Gave proof through the night that our flag was still there.

Oh, say does that star-spangled banner yet wave

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C O M M E N C E M E N T

W I N T E R 2 0 1 5

North Dakota State University does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a U.S. veteran. Direct inquiries to: Equal Opportunity Specialist, Old Main 201, 701-231-7708 or Title IX/ADA Coordinator, Old Main 102, 701-231-6409.

T H I S P R O G R A M I S N O T A N O F F I C I A L G R A D U AT I O N L I S T .

While every effort is made to ensure accuracy in this Commencement program, printing deadlines may result in omission of some names and use of names of persons not completing graduation requirements as intended. This printed program, therefore, should not be used to determine a student’s academic or degree status. The university’s official registry for conferral of degrees is the student’s permanent academic record, kept by the Office of Registration and Records.

R E C E P T I O N S

Receptions for graduates and their guests will be held immediately following their respective ceremony in the Plains Room of the Memorial Union. Light refreshments will be served.

S O C I A L M E D I A G U I D E

Whether you are an #NDSUGrad or you are here to celebrate an #NDSUGrad, we invite you to join the commencement conversation on social media. Before, during and after the ceremony, please be sure to tag NDSU and use the hashtags #NDSUGrad and #NDSUtrue in your social media posts to join the virtual commencement celebration.

Also, please feel free to share our updates. Here are the platforms we are using to share commencement updates, photographs and videos throughout the day:

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TwitterOur handle is @NDSU. Follow us to see all the commencement tweets and retweets.

InstagramToday marks the debut of NDSU’s Instagram account! You can find us under North Dakota State University.

Congratulations to all #NDSUGrads. You have achieved your goal of earning a degree and we wish you the very best in the future! Thank you for being part of the commencement conversation on social media. #NDSUtrue

P H O T O G R A P H S

Professional photographers will be available to photograph each degree candidate before and during the ceremony. Degree candidates will receive information from Lifetouch Photography regarding the option to purchase prints. Photos can be viewed and purchased through http://events.lifetouch.com.

D V D C O P I E S O F C E R E M O N Y

DVD ordering information can be found at www.ndsu.edu/registrar/commencement.

PROCESSIONAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . POMP AND CIRCUMSTANCE, edward elgar

North Dakota State University Brass EnsembleDr. Jeremy Brekke, Conductor

PRESENTATION OF THE COLORS . . . . . . . NDSU AIR FORCE AND ARMY ROTC BATTALION

THE NATIONAL ANTHEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . THE STAR-SPANGLED BANNER, francis scott key


Richard Schrom, Student Soloist 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. ceremonies

Alyssa Impullitti, Student Soloist Noon and 4 p.m. ceremonies

Please remove your caps and remain standing until after the singing of the National Anthem.

WELCOME AND REMARKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PRESIDENT BRESCIANI

GREETINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DR . KEVIN MELICHERNorth Dakota University System

State Board of Higher Education

INTRODUCTION OF STUDENT SPEAKER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .DR . TIMOTHY ALVAREZ Vice President for Student Affairs

STUDENT ADDRESS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .RICHARD SCHROM, Graduating Class Representative

10 a.m. and 2 p.m. ceremonies

JACKIE WRAGE, Graduating Class Representative

Noon and 4 p.m. ceremonies

ADMINISTRATION OF OATH

TO SECOND LIEUTENANT CANDIDATES . . . . . . . . . . . . MG (RET) DAVID SPRYNCYNATYKFormer Adjutant General of the

North Dakota National Guard

PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES

FOR DEGREES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DR . BETH INGRAM Provost

CONFERRAL OF DEGREES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PRESIDENT BRESCIANI

PRESENTATION OF COLLEGES10 A.M.Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dean Kent Sandstrom

Human Development and Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Interim Dean Margaret Fitzgerald

NOONEngineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dean Gary Smith

Graduate and Interdisciplinary Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dean David Wittrock

University Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Associate Dean Carolyn Schnell

2 P.M.Agriculture, Food Systems, and Natural Resources . . .Vice President, Dean and Director Kenneth Grafton

Health Professions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dean Charles Peterson

4 P.M.Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Interim Dean Jane Schuh

Science and Mathematics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dean Scott Wood

CLOSING REMARKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PRESIDENT BRESCIANI

NDSU SCHOOL SONG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . THE YELLOW AND THE GREEN, minard-putnam


Richard Schrom, Student Soloist 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. ceremonies

Alyssa Impullitti, Student Soloist Noon and 4 p.m. ceremonies

RECESSIONAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CROWNING GLORY, alfred reed


Please remain seated until the recessional concludes.

Pre s id e nt D e a n L . B re sc i a n i p re s id in g

WINTER COMMENCEMENTDECEMBER 18, 2015

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DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY SCIENCE (ARMY ROTC) COMMISSIONEES Alexander D. Fausti Brookings, South Dakota Minnesota National Guard Alex J. Hendrick Coon Rapids, Minnesota Active Duty

Catrina A. Kelm Dennison, Minnesota North Dakota National Guard David M. Mills Ramsey, Minnesota Minnesota National Guard Connor M. Smith Wadena, Minnesota Active Duty

CANDIDATES FOR APPOINTMENT TO SECOND LIEUTENANT

Jackie Wrage, who grew up in Gwinner, North Dakota, is receiving a Bachelor of Science in geology . Regarded as an outstanding student and researcher, she earned a prestigious Fulbright grant to study at the University of Chile in Santiago and help with geothermal energy research focusing on areas around two volcanoes in southern South America . During her time at NDSU, Wrage also worked with the NDSU Wet Ecosystem Research Group and conducted her own research project on nanoparticle-treated wheat plants . She is a member of the College of Science and Mathematics Ambassadors, Geology Club and Chemistry Club . In addition, she earned the Allan C . Ashworth Scholarship, which recognizes the geology senior with the highest academic standing . She plans to pursue a graduate degree in geochemistry and mineralogy .

CLASS REPRESENTATIVE

Alyssa Impullitti, originally from South Lyon, Michigan, is a third-year student at NDSU pursuing a double major in vocal music education and instrumental music education . She participates in the NDSU Concert Choir and Madrigal Singers, and has performed in opera and other vocal ensembles . An award-winning mezzo-soprano, Impullitti has received high rankings at the National Association of Teachers of Singing competitions in both North Dakota and Minnesota, as well as the national competition . Impullitti also is an active percussionist, and has participated in percussion ensemble, indoor drum line, Gold Star drum line and the University Band . She has a strong passion for education, and hopes to inspire young musicians in her future career .

SOLOIST

CLASS REPRESENTATIVE AND SOLOIST

Richard Schrom is receiving a Bachelor of Music in vocal music education . An exceptional bass-baritone, he has performed in more than 80 concerts with the NDSU Concert Choir, Madrigal Singers and BisonArts Singers . He has consistently placed highly in the Minnesota and North Dakota National Association of Teachers of Singing Student auditions, and was a semifinalist in the association’s national YouTube performances . He also was secretary of the NDSU chapter of the Student College Music Society . Schrom’s hometown is Little Canada, Minnesota, and he graduated from Roseville Area High School . He plans to teach high school music next fall and eventually pursue his master’s degree and doctorate in choral conducting .

candidates for GRADUATE DEGREES

Candidates to be presented by Dean David Wittrock.

DOCTOR OF EDUCATIONMiriam B. Tobola Fargo, North Dakota B.A., Concordia College M.S., Southwest Minnesota State University

“Utilizing the Concerns-Based Adoption Model in a Professional Development Series for Teachers Implementing New Technologies”

Adviser: Dr . Nathan Wood

DOCTOR OF MUSICAL ARTSMary Walker Fountain, Colorado B.M., University of Northern Colorado

M.E.D., University of Sioux Falls M.M., San Francisco Conservatory of Music

“John Field’s Concerto No . 1” Adviser: Andrew Froelich

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHYAlfredo Aponte Zayas Plant Sciences Gurabo, Puerto Rico

B.S., University of Puerto Rico M.S., University of Puerto Rico

“Advanced Cropping Systems for Oil and Biomass Feedstock Production in the Northern Great Plains” Adviser: Dr . Marisol Berti

Rami Alroobi Computer Science Gaza, Palestine B.S., Islamic University of Gaza M.S., University of Michigan

“Mining Significant Patterns by Integrating Biological Interaction Networks with Gene Profiles”

Adviser: Dr . Saeed SalemHannah Altmann Mathematics New Ulm, Minnesota B.S., Minnesota State University Moorhead

“Semidualizing DG Modules over Tensor Products” Adviser: Dr . Sean Sather-WagstaffPye P. Aung Mathematics Tamwe Junction, Myanmar B.A., Concordia College M.S.E., Johns Hopkins University

“Gorenstein Dimension over Some Rings of the Form $R\oplus C$”

Adviser: Dr . Sean Sather-WagstaffMeenu Baloda Biochemistry Gurgaon, India B.S., North Dakota State University

“Lateral Flow Nucleic Acid Biosensor for the Detection of Sexually Transmitted Diseases”

Adviser: Dr . Guodong Liu

Rahaf Barakat Software Engineering Atlanta, Georgia B.S., Damascus University M.S., DePaul University

“Automated Framework to Improve User’s Awareness and to Categorize Friends on Online Social Networks”

Adviser: Dr . Kenneth MagelCasie S. Bass Animal Sciences Makanda, Illinois B.S., Southern Illinois University M.S., Southern Illinois University

“The Effects of the Nitric Oxide (NO) System and Nutritional Plane on Ovarian Function”

Adviser: Dr . Anna Grazul-BilskaFrancisco Bittara Molina Plant Pathology Merida, Venezuela B.S., Universidad Centroccidental Lisandro Alvarado Ms.C., Universidad Centroccidental Lisandro Alvarado

“Studies on the Management of Powdery Scab and Root Gall Formation Caused by Spongospora Subterranea”

Advisers: Dr . Gary Secor and Dr . Neil GudmestadOtto J. Borchert Computer Science Fargo, North Dakota B.S., North Dakota State University M.S., North Dakota State University

“Harnessing User-Generated Multimedia Content in the Creation of Collaborative Classification Structures and Retrieval Learning Games”

Adviser: Dr . Brian SlatorRaj Bridgelall Transportation and Logistics Plano, Texas B.S.E.E., University of New York M.S.E.E., University of New York

“Pavement Performance Evaluation Using Connected Vehicles”

Adviser: Dr . Denver TolliverCharith Chitraranjan Computer Science Pannipitiya, Sri Lanka B.S., University of Moratuwa M.S., North Dakota State University

“Tracking Vehicles from Mobile Phone Signal Strength Measurements”

Adviser: Dr . Anne DentonHarsharan Dhillon Cellular and Molecular Biology Fremont, California B.S., Montana State University

“Mechanisms of Piperlongumine-Induced Cancer Cell Death”

Adviser: Dr . Katie ReindlNaiyuan Dong Plant Sciences Baicheng, China B.S., Jilin University M.S., Jilin University

“Adaptation of Quality Protein Maize (ZEA MAYS L .) to Northern U .S . Corn Belt”

Adviser: Dr . Marcelo Carena

10 A.M. AND 2 P.M. CEREMONIES

NOON AND 4 P.M. CEREMONIES

NOON AND 4 P.M. CEREMONIES

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Thomas B. Dunn Mathematics Bemidji, Minnesota B.S., Northern Arizona University

“Integral Closure and the Generalized Multiplicity Sequence”

Adviser: Dr . Catalin CiupercaAhmad Fayyaz Electrical and Computer Engineering Abbottabad, Pakistan B.S., COMSATS Institute of Information Technology M.S., University of Surrey

“Energy Efficient Resource Scheduling Methodologies for Cluster and Cloud Computing”

Adviser: Dr . Samee KhanYuanyuan Gao Plant Pathology Nanjing, China B.S., Jiangsu Teachers University of Technology M.S., Guizhou University

“Identification and Characterization of Necrotrophic Effector Genes in Parastagonospora nodorum”

Advisers: Dr . Zhaohui Liu and Dr . Timothy FriesenDhan Gautum Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering Chiton, Nepal

B.A.E., Tribhuban University M.S., Wageningen University

“Emissions of Hydrogen Sulfide and Greenhouse Gas from Livestock Manure and a New Approach to Mitigate These Emissions”

Adviser: Dr . Shafiqur RahmanKiran Ghising Plant Sciences Lalitpur, Nepal B.S., Himalayan College of Agricultural Sciences

and Technology M.S., North Dakota State University

“Screening of the USDA Core Collection of Common Bean for Reaction to Halo Blight and Identification of Genomic Regions Associated with Resistance”

Adviser: Dr . Juan OsornoShawn C. Goodchild Environmental and Conservation Science Lake Park, Minnesota B.S., Humboldt State University

M.S., University of Nevada “Pahrump Poolfish in Ex Situ Environments: Life History Variation and Species Interactions”

Adviser: Dr . Craig StockwellAnant Singh Gurung Biochemistry Shillong, India B.S., North Dakota State University

“Visual Detection of Cancer Biomarkers with Aptamer Functionalized-Gold Nanoparticles”

Adviser: Dr . Guodong LiuSemere Habtemicael Mathematics Asmara, Eritrea

B.Sc., Mathematics Asmara University M.S., University of North Dakota

“Modeling Financial Swaps and Geophysical Data using the Barndorff-Nielson and Shephard Model”

Adviser: Dr Indranil SenGuptaSu Hua Statistics Beijing, China B.S., Taiyuan University of Technology M.S., University of West Florida

“Comparing Several Modeling Methods on NCAA March Madness”

Advisers: Dr . Rhonda Magel and Dr . Gang Shen

Adnan Iftikhar Electrical and Computer Engineering Poonch Ajk, Pakistan B.S., COMSATS Institute of Information Technology MS., University of Bradford

“Characterization of Magnetic Switch and its Application in Antennas for Reconfigurability”

Adviser: Dr . Benjamin BraatenMuhammad Jawad Electrical and Computer Engineering Lahore, Pakistan B.S., COMSATS Institute of Information Technology M.S., The University of Manchester

“Energy Efficient Data Centers for On-Demand Cloud Services”

Adviser: Dr . Samee KhanJennifer E. Johnson Statistics Fargo, North Dakota B.S., University of North Dakota M.P.H., Boston University

“Where Do The Differences Lie? - An Analysis of Distance Road Running Populations”

Adviser: Dr . Rhonda MagelRenata Jung Plant Sciences Curitiba, Brazil B.S., Federal University of Mato Grosso M.S., State University of Londrina

“Identification of Molecular Markers for Marker-Assisted Selection of Malting Quality and Associated Traits in Barley”

Adviser: Dr . Richard HorsleyKasia Kinzer Plant Pathology St . Paul, Minnesota B.S., Arizona State University M.S., University of Minnesota

“Characterizing Pyrenophora Teres F . Maculata in the Northern United States A North Dakota Impact of Spot Form Net Blotch on Yield of Barley”

Adviser: Dr . Robert BrueggemanBreanna L. Paradeis Kobiela Natural Resources Management Moorhead, Minnesota B.S., University of Wisconsin

“Above- and Belowground Effects of Nutrient Applications and Mowing Treatments on Restored North Dakota Grasslands”

Adviser: Dr . Kevin SedivecGaoyuan Ma Chemistry Fuyang, China B.S., Shanghai Normal University M.S., Nanjing University

“Chiral 4-Dimethyl Amino Pyridine (DMAP) Catalyst with Fluxional Chirality: Synthesis and Applications”

Adviser: Dr . Mukund SibiZahid Mahmood Electrical and Computer Engineering Mansehra, Pakistan B.S., COMSATS Institute of Information Technology,

Abbottabad M.S., Hanyang University

“EAR: Enhanced Augmented Reality Framework for Sports Entertainment Applications”

Adviser: Dr . Samee KhanDaniel Margarit Natural Resources Management Rosemount, Minnesota B.S., North Dakota State University

M.N.R.M., North Dakota State University “Exploring Land Conservation Using Economic and Geospatial Models”

Adviser: Dr . David Roberts

Hesam Sarvghad Moghaddam Mechanical Engineering Mashhad, Iran B.S., Shahrood University of Technology M.S., Tarbiat Modares University

“Computational Biomechanics of Blast-Induced Traumatic Brain Injury: Role of Loading Directionality, Head Protection, and Blast Flow Mechanics”

Adviser: Dr . Ghodrat KaramiBianca Montero Zoology San Jose, Costa Rica B.S., University of Costa Rica

“Social and Acoustic Behavior of the Leaf-Roosting Bat Thyroptera tricolor”

Adviser: Dr . Erin GillamRamkumar Moorthy Chemistry Trichy, India B.S., Bharathidasan University M.S., University of South Dakota M.S., Bharathidasan University

“Novel Asymmetric Approaches for Construction of Small Molecules by Cyclization and Cycloaddition”

Adviser: Dr . Mukund SibiYingfei Mu Statistics Beijing, China B.S., Beijing Normal University M.S., Beijing Normal University

“Boundary Estimation” Adviser: Dr . Gang ShenJulie L. Nash Education Dilworth, Minnesota B.A., Concordia College M.A., University of Minnesota

“Relationships among Retention, Satisfaction, and Academic Performance”

Adviser: Dr . William SlangerMelissa N. Naslund Human Development Fargo, North Dakota B.A.S., University of Minnesota Duluth M.Ed., North Dakota State University

“Counselor Education: A Personal Growth and Personal Development Experience”

Adviser: Dr . Jill Nelson Emmanuel N. Nojang Emergency Management Fargo, North Dakota B.A., University Of Maryland University College M.A., University Of Mary

“Conceptualizing Individual and Household Preparedness: The Case of Fako Division Cameroon”

Adviser: Dr . Jessica JensenEhab Noureldin Civil Engineering Giza, Egypt B.C.E., Cairo University M.S., Cairo University

“Analysis on Structural Modeling for Recycled Asphalt Pavements Used as a Base Layer”

Adviser: Dr . Magdy AbdelrahmanRebecca J. Ntivu-Bisimwa Education Henning, Minnesota B.S., Minnesota State University Moorhead M.B.A., North Dakota State University

“A Look at Women Within the Technology Workplace: Alice’s Story, Down the Rabbit Hole, and Playing Croquet with the Red Queen”

Adviser: Dr . Nathan Wood

Christopher S. Olson Materials and Nanotechnology Williston, North Dakota B.S., North Dakota State University

“Synthesis, Characterization, and Modeling of New Molecule-Based Magnets”

Advisers: Dr . Konstantin Pokdhodnya and Dr . Svetlana Kilina

Emily A. Paskewitz Communication Knoxville, Tennessee B.A., Concordia College M.A., University of Northern Iowa

“When Work and Family Merge: Understanding Commmunication Experiences in Family Farm Businesses”

Adviser: Dr . Stephenson BeckYidong Peng Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering Huntersville, North Carolina B.E., Southeast University M.S., North Dakota State University

“Applying Simulation and Genetic Algorithm for Patient Appointment Scheduling Optimization”

Adviser: Dr . Jing ShiAndriy Popadyuk Coatings and Polymeric Materials Fargo, North Dakota B.S., National LVIV University

“Design of Polymer Materials to Have Lower Environmental Impact”

Adviser: Dr . Andriy VoronovMuhammad Nadeem Rafiq Electrical and Computer Engineering Lahore, Pakistan B.S., University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore M.S., University of Sheffield

“Carbon Microfiber Material for Electromagnetic (Shielding) Applications”

Adviser: Dr . Benjamin BraatenAsghar Rezaei Mechanical Engineering Shiraz, Iran B.S., Mazandaran University M.S., Shiraz University

“Brain Tissue Mechanical Characterization and Determination of Brain Response Under Confined Blasts Explosions”

Adviser: Dr . Ghodrat KaramiChristina A. Schwartz Animal Science Hibbing, Minnesota B.S., North Dakota State University M.S., North Dakota State University

“Independent Methods to Improve Meat Quality Including Genetic Technologies, Modified Processing, and Growth Promotants in Beef”

Adviser: Dr . Kasey Maddock CarlinDebjyoti Sen Gupta Cereal Science Siliguri, India B.S., Uttar Banga Krishi Viswavidyalaya M.S., Govind Ballabh Pant University of

Agriculture and Technology “Biofortification for Iron A North Dakota Folate Bioavailability in Lentil (Lens culinaris L . Medik .)”

Adviser: Dr . Kevin McPheeSantosh Sharma Plant Sciences Narayanpur, Nepal B.S., Tribhuvan University M.S., North Dakota State University

“Quantitative Genetics of Drought Resistance in Early Maturing Maize (Zea mays L .)”

Adviser: Dr . Marcelo Carena

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Mark A. Spanier Mathematics Sauk Centre, Minnesota B.S., North Dakota State University

“L1 Approximation in de Branges Spaces” Adviser: Dr . Friedrich LittmannHeather M. Steinmann Rhetoric, Writing and Culture Lakota, North Dakota B.A., Minnesota State University Moorhead M.F.A., Minnesota State University Moorhead

“Energetic Space: The Affect of Narrative Literature in a Composition Classroom”

Adviser: Dr . Andrew MaraSteven A. Thompson Emergency Management Fargo, North Dakota B.S., Bemidji State University M.S., Grand Canyon University

“Red River Flooding in Fargo: Organizational Learning Through Repeated Events”

Adviser: Dr . Daniel KlenowJonathan Totushek Mathematics Buffalo, Minnesota B.S., Regis University

“Homological Dimensions with Respect to a Semidualizing Complex”

Adviser: Sean Sather-WagstaffNandini Vallavoju Chemistry Hyderabad, India B.S., Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Open University M.S., Osmania University

“Atropisomeric Chromophores as Catalysts and Substrates for Asymmetric Light Induced Transformations”

Adviser: Dr . Jayaraman SivaguruJuan Vargas-Ramirez Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering Hermosillo, Mexico B.S., Universidad de Sonora M.S., North Dakota State University

“Technical and Economic Assessments of Storage Techniques for Long-Term Retention of Industrial-Beet Sugar for Non-Food Industrial Fermentations”

Adviser: Dr . Dennis Wiesenborn

Tanush Wadhawan Civil Engineering New Delhi, India B.S., North Dakota State University M.S., North Dakota State University

“Investigating Biodegradability of Dissolved Organic Nitrogen in Oligotrophic and Eutrophic Systems”

Adviser: Dr . Eakalak KhanRui Wang Plant Pathology Nanjing, China B.S., Nanjing Agricultural University

“Genetic and Molecular Characterization of Genes Involved in Barley-Cochliobolus sativus Interaction”

Adviser: Dr . Shaobin ZhongSteve B. Wanjara Biochemistry Kisumu, Kenya B.A., Southwest Minnesota State University “Delineating Signaling Mechanisms Involved in

Lymphocyte Chemotaxis, Immune Homeostasis and Allergic Asthma”

Adviser: Dr . Glenn DorsamJennifer R. Wenner Developmental Science Detroit Lakes, Minnesota B.A., Minnesota State University Moorhead

“Predictors of Prosocial Behavior and Civic Involvement: Differences in Middle Aged and Older Adults”

Adviser: Dr . Brandy A Randall, Shuang Zhou Pharmaceutical Sciences Nanjing, China B.S., China Pharmaceutical University

“Identification and Characterization of Binding Target Proteins of Cancer Stem Cell Inhibitor Salinomycin in Human Neuroblastoma”

Adviser: Dr . Yue QianJason D. Zurn Plant Pathology Horace, North Dakota B.S., North Dakota State University

“Characterization and Identification of Genetic Resistance to Puccinia Graminis F . Sp . Trictici in Triticum Aestivum and Hordeum Vulgare”

Adviser: Dr . Maricelis Acevedo

MASTER OF ACCOUNTANCY Ruth Nakawungu Kakiri, Uganda B.A., Concordia College Alyssa Schmid Devils Lake, North Dakota B.S., North Dakota State University Carleen E. Terres Sheyenne, North Dakota B.S., University of North Dakota Yasitha Mawella Vithanage Galle, Sri Lanka B.S., North Dakota State University Elizabeth M. Winkels Albert Lea, Minnesota B.S., South Dakota State University Peishan Yang Wenchang, China B.S., North Dakota State University

MASTER OF ARTS Ibtissem Belmihoub Chorfa, Algeria English B.A., University of M’hamed Bougara Boumerdes Marie J. Dillon Zimmerman, Minnesota English B.S., North Dakota State University Amy E. Duchsherer Walcott, North Dakota Mass Communication B.S., North Dakota State University Kai J. Thorstad Fargo, North Dakota English B.A., Minnesota State University Moorhead Daniel V. Wakefield Devils Lake, North Dakota History B.S., University of North Dakota

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Eric R. Christianson Wahpeton, North Dakota B.S., North Dakota State University Merennage Ravin N. Salgado Colombo, Sri Lanka B.S., Minnesota State University Moorhead Mengqi Xiong Beijing, China B.S., Beijing University of Civil Engineering and Architecture

MASTER OF CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT Brandon L. Bonderson Nashwauk, Minnesota B.S., Bemidji State University Hilary R. Bryant Jr. Fresh Meadows, New York B.S., Texas Southern University Katie Z. Loughmiller Manhattan, Kansas B.S., Kansas State University Om Prakash Nekkanti Fargo, North Dakota B. Tech., Acharya Nagarjuna University David N. Young Ada, Oklahoma B.S., East Central University

MASTER OF EDUCATION Stacy L. Adamson West Fargo, North Dakota Educational Leadership B.A., Dakota Wesleyan University Jessica A. Brown Horace, North Dakota Educational Leadership B.S., Minnesota State University Moorhead Sarah A. Carkuff Tioga, North Dakota Family and Consumer Sciences Education B.S., South Dakota School of Mines and Technology John W. Christianson West Fargo, North Dakota Counseling B.S., North Dakota State University Jennifer L. Colter Horace, North Dakota Educational Leadership B.S., Jamestown University Melissa A. DeHaan Hawley, Minnesota Educational Leadership B.A., Minnesota State University Moorhead B.S., Minnesota State University Moorhead Megan N. Diemert West Fargo, North Dakota Educational Leadership B.S., Minnesota State University Moorhead Michael S. Dobberstein Fargo, North Dakota Educational Leadership B.S., North Dakota State University Adam M. Dodd Fargo, North Dakota Educational Leadership B.A., North Dakota State University Patrick E. Dougherty Powell, Wyoming Educational Leadership B.S., North Dakota State University Hollyanne E. Duda Bismarck, North Dakota Education B.S., North Dakota State University Amy L. Flicek Bismarck, North Dakota Education B.S., University of North Dakota Sheena A. Johnson Fargo, North Dakota Educational Leadership B.S., Minnesota State University Moorhead Katherine L. Laubenstein Fosston, Minnesota Education B.S., North Dakota State University Tyler J. Lee Glenburn, North Dakota Educational Leadership B.S., Valley City State University Kaelen F. Napoleon New Orleans, Louisiana Educational Leadership B.A., Xavier University of Louisiana Katherine A. Oster Fargo, North Dakota Education B.A., Concordia College Hanna N. Puetz Fargo, North Dakota Educational Leadership B.S., Minnesota State University Moorhead Holly R. Strand Williston, North Dakota Educational Leadership B.S., North Dakota State University Brett A. Thielges Jamestown, North Dakota Educational Leadership B.A., University of Jamestown Molly M. Westphal West Fargo, North Dakota Educational Leadership B.A., Benedictine College

Candidates to be presented by Dean David Wittrock.

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MASTER OF MUSIC Andrew F. Beard Brooklyn Park, Minnesota B.M., Concordia College Sean P. Fitzsimmons Pelican Rapids, Minnesota B.M., Concordia College Bernadette M. Fromherz Park River, North Dakota B.M., North Dakota State University Allyse L. Hoge Aneta, North Dakota B.M., North Dakota State University Shantel M. Roll Dickinson, North Dakota B.S., North Dakota State University Sebastian M. Tackling Fargo, North Dakota B.M., St. Olaf College

MASTER OF NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT Mohamed M. Mohamed Moorhead, Minnesota B.S., North Dakota State University B.A., North Dakota State University

MASTER OF SCIENCE Nana S. Addo Accra, Ghana International Agribusiness B.S., University of Ghana Abhishek Agarwal Kanpur, India Software Engineering B.S., North Dakota State University Hani Mohammed Q. Alanazi Al Qurayyat, Saudi Arabia Civil Engineering B.S., King Saud University Hussien S. Al Bataineh Fargo, North Dakota Electrical and Computer Engineeering B.E., Mu’tah University Qusay A. Al-Kaseasbeh Karak, Jordan Civil Engineering B.S., Mu’tah University Mohammed S. Alkhuriji Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Animal Science B.S., King Saud University Druhin Bala Kolkata, India

Electrical and Computer Engineering B. Tech., West Bengal University of Technology

Dawn R. Baldwin Woodridge, Illinois Human Development and Family Science B.S., Northern Illinois University Wilson E. Lopez Barrera La Paloma, Uruguay Agribusiness and Applied Economics B.S., University of the Republic Babitha Battu Hyderabad, India Computer Science B.C.A., Osmania University M.S., Osmania University M.Tech., Osmania University Kevin K. Bauer Fargo, North Dakota Computer Science B.A., Minnesota State University Moorhead Daniel V. Bawinkel Roscoe, Illinois Construction Management B.S., Southern Illinois University Michael D. Benson Harwood, North Dakota Health, Nutrition and Exercise Science B.S., North Dakota State University

Jeffrey D. Berens Benson, Minnesota Environmental and Conservation Science B.S., Valley City State University Krittika Bhattacharyya Bhatpara, India Computer Science B.Tech., West Bengal University of Technology Zhuyun Bian Nanjing, China Plant Pathology B.S., Nanjing Agricultural University Joshua C. Borglum Bloomington, Minnesota Mechanical Engineering B.A., St. Olaf College Megan S. Bouret Fargo, North Dakota Computer Science B.S., North Dakota State University Ronald E. Buck Jr. Minneapolis, Minnesota Health, Nutrition and Exercise Science B.S.Ed., Valley City State University Kwang Bog Cho Seoul, Korea B.S., North Dakota State University Eric J. Christeson Graceville, Minnesota Software Engineering B.S., North Dakota State University Jennifer L. Christofferson Hawley, Minnesota Health, Nutrition and Exercise Science B.S., University of North Dakota Emily M. Corturillo Cleveland, Ohio Human Development and Family Science B.A., The Ohio State University Allison K. Danzl Alexandria, Minnesota Nursing B.S.N., St. Cloud State University Simone L. Dorsey San Bernardino, California Human Development and Family Science B.S., Kansas State University Ahmed B. Elbaradei Merced, California Materials and Nanotechnology B.S., University of Tanta Kenechukwu C. Ezekwem Enugu, Nigeria Construction Management B.S., University of Nigeria Paul T. Fenlason Sartell, Minnesota Cereal Science B.S., North Dakota State University Srikanth R. Gagganapalli Hyderabad, India Computer Science B.Tech., Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University James J. Gaspers La Crescent, Minnesota Animal Science B.S., University of Minnesota Twin Cities Nathaniel J. Gesme Prior Lake, Minnesota Agribusiness and Applied Economics B.S., North Dakota State University Anisha Ginjala Hyderabad, India Computer Science B. Tech., Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad Manisha Goyal Sunam, India Construction Management B.Arch., Guru Nanak Dev University M.B.A., Center for Environmental Planning and Technology University Megan M. Groen Danube, Minnesota Health, Nutrition and Exercise Science B.S., Mayville State University Lakshan Fonseka Gunawardena Fargo, North Dakota Plant Pathology B.S., North Dakota State University

Mattia A. Gunkelman Glyndon, Minnesota Animal Science B.S., North Dakota State University Jared W. Hansen Minneapolis, Minnesota Electrical and Computer Engineering B.S., North Dakota State University Jacob D. Hanson Benson, Minnesota Mechanical Engineering B.S., North Dakota State University Amro S. Hassan New York, New York Software Engineering B.S., Helwan University B.S., International Telematic University UNINETTUNO David J. Hertsgaard Kindred, North Dakota Agribusiness and Applied Economics B.A., Concordia College Peter J. Hettwer West Fargo, North Dakota Electrical and Computer Engineering B.S., North Dakota State University Zheng Huang Lishui, China Software Engineering B.S., University of Minnesota Crookston Nathan J. Hulinsky Burtrum, Minnesota Agribusiness and Applied Economics B.A., University of Minnesota Morris Erik L. Janssen La Crosse, Wisconsin Chemistry B.S., University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire Maegan E. Jones Chesapeake, Virginia Human Development and Family Science B.A., College of William and Mary Krishna K. Kambhampaty Pondicherry, India Computer Science M.C.A., Bharathidasan University B.S., Osmania University Gayan Kanishka Kariyawasam Moratuwa, Sri Lanka Plant Pathology B.S., University of Colombo Diana M. Kennedy Maple, Wisconsin Mathematics B.S., University of Wisconsin-Superior Hans W. Klopp Fargo, North Dakota Soil Science B.S., University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Breanna C. Koval Wahpeton, North Dakota Emergency Management B.S., North Dakota State University Nicholas J. Kuvaas Pelican Rapids, Minnesota Psychology B.A.S., University of Minnesota Duluth Chandra M. Langseth Barney, North Dakota Soil Science B.S., North Dakota State University Andrew M. Lexvold Pine Island, Minnesota Applied Statistics B.A., University of Minnesota Morris Jed P. Limke Lansford, North Dakota B.S., Dickinson State University B.A., Dickinson State University Danijela V. Ljepoja Zrenjanin, Serbia Environmental and Conservation Science Grad.Eng., University of Belgrade Maniruzzaman Tangail, Bangladesh Plant Pathology B.S., Bangladesh Agricultural University M.S., Bangladesh Agricultural University

Aurora A. Manley Ponca City, Oklahoma Plant Sciences B.S., Kansas State University Sowjanya Mattaparthi Hyderabad, India Computer Science B.Tech., VNR Vignana Jyothi Institute of Engineering and Technology Kyle I. McLean Tieton, Washington Animal Science B.S., Valley City State University Purbasha Mistry Gopalganj, Bangladesh Natural Resources Management B.S., University of Calcutta M.S., University of Calcutta Noopur P. Modi Ahmedabad, India Electrical and Computer Engineering B.E., Gujarat Technological University Steven D. Monk Wausau, Wisconsin Health, Nutrition and Exercise Science B.S., North Dakota State University Rashmi Moparthi Hyderabad, India Computer Science B.S., Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Samantha K. Myhre Devils Lake, North Dakota Psychology B.A., Jamestown College Ali Nila Eudora, Kansas Human Development and Family Science B.S., Kansas State University Elizabeth J. Noel Crookston, Minnesota Software Engineering B.A., University of Minnesota Twin Cities Lindsey K. Novak Wilton, North Dakota Plant Sciences B.S., North Dakota State University Brittany Korynta Olson Gilby, North Dakota Plant Sciences B.S., North Dakota State University Casey R. Orgon Seattle, Washington Coatings and Polymeric Materials B.S., North Dakota State University Jacqueline D. Owen Valley City, North Dakota Educational Leadership B.S., Brigham Young University M.Ed., Utah State University Jonix A. Owino Nairobi, Kenya Sociology B.A., Catholic University of Eastern Africa Sowjanya Param Reddy Palem, India Computer Science B.Tech., Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University William O. Pearson McRae, Georgia Human Development and Family Science B.A., Earlham College Swapna G. Phadke Mumbai, India Computer Science B.E., Mahatma Gandhi Mission’s College of Engineering and Technology Seyed A. Pourbakhsh Tehran, Iran Electrical and Computer Engineering B.S., Sharif University of Technology Sara J. Raap Bristol, South Dakota Human Development and Family Science B.S., North Dakota State University Matthew J. Radermacher Bird Island, Minnesota Anthropology B.A., Minnesota State University Moorhead

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Prateek Rajan Jammu, India Computer Science B.E., University of Jammu Rebecca E. Ramos Bakersfield, California Mathematics B.S., California State University, Bakersfield David A. Reichenberger Wake Forest, North Carolina Psychology B.A., University of North Texas Jose A. Rivera Caguas, Puerto Rico Plant Sciences B.S.A., University of Puerto Rico Kekoura Sakouvogui Beardstown, Illinois Applied Statistics B.S., Quincy University Dwayne P. Sanders Chester, South Carolina Natural Resources Management B.S.,Virginia State University Elizabeth A. Schwartz Rochester, New York Human Development and Family Science B.A., Purchase College State University of New York Kelly A. Shaner Sanborn, Minnesota Advanced Athletic Training B.A.T.R., Minnesota State University Moorhead Debra A. Shapiro Littleton, Colorado Human Development and Family Science B.A., California State University, East Bay Rahul Sharma Deolali, India Software Engineering B.S., North Dakota State University Rupali Shevkar Nashik, India Computer Science B.S., University of Pune Suvash Shiwakoti Dolakha, India Microbiology B.S., Tribhuvan University David S. Smith Hatton, North Dakota Health, Nutrition and Exercise Science B.S.E.D., Mayville State University Callie Dominique K. Speer Fargo, North Dakota Sociology B.A., University of Minnesota Morris Tyler B. Stousland Burnsville, Minnesota Mechanical Engineering B.S., North Dakota State University Gabriel D. Strube Minot, North Dakota Health, Nutrition, and Exercise Science B.S., North Dakota State University Jingyi Sun Beijing, China Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering B.S., Beijing University of Civil Engineering and Architecture Mitchell T. Swanson New Hope, Minnesota Environmental Engineering B.S., North Dakota State University Brett J. Tanselle Osakis, Minnesota Anthropology B.S., Minnesota State University Moorhead Andrew J. Taylor White Salmon, Washington Electrical and Computer Engineering B.S., Iowa State University Kent D. Theurer Dickinson, North Dakota Emergency Management B.S., North Dakota State University Snnahill Tripathi Bhopal, India Software Engineering B.S., North Dakota State University

Nicole E. Vasichek Michigan, North Dakota Health, Nutrition and Exercise Science B.S., North Dakota State University Di Wang Fargo, North Dakota Computer Science B.A., Shanghai International Studies University Xiao Wang Jingdezhen, China Mechanical Engineering B.E., Nanchang Hangkong University M.S., Nanchang Hangkong University Jennifer R. Wenner Detroit Lakes, Minnesota Human Development and Family Science B.A., Minnesota State University Moorhead Andra J. Wheeler Grand Forks, North Dakota Counseling B.S., North Dakota State University Mengqi Xiong Beijing, China Civil Engineering B.S., Beijing University of Civil Engineering and Architecture Xing Xu Casselton, North Dakota Computer Science B.S., North Dakota State University Guangjing You Tieli, China Industrial Engineering and Management B.S., North Dakota State University Xing Zhuang Quanzhou, China Industrial Engineering and Management B.S., North Dakota State University

MASTER OF SOFTWARE ENGINEERING Joel S. Rindfleisch Clive, Iowa B.S., Iowa State University Zubeen Sahajwani Bhopal, India B.E., Rajiv Gandhi Proudyogiki Vishwavidyalaya Ryan R. Summey Sevierville, Tennessee B.S., University of Phoenix

14 15• Cum Laude •• Magna Cum Laude ••• Summa Cum Laude

North Dakota had been a state a little less than a year when Governor John Miller signed a bill on March 8, 1890, designating a square mile of land adjoining Fargo as the site of the new campus and demonstration farm under the name, North Dakota Agricultural College .

A commitment to the federal government was honored by establishing a college of agriculture and mechanic arts under the Morrill Act of 1862 . The course of studies was to be a harmonious blend of technical and academic subjects .

Known as a people’s college, NDSU was part of a bold new experiment to provide access to a college education for the common person . That was how it started .

NDSU is a national model of a successful student-focused, land-grant, research institution, and is ranked by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education among the top 108 private and public universities in the United States .

NDSU is an energized, vibrant institution that enrolled more than 14,500 students during fall 2015 in its undergraduate and graduate programs . Approximately 95 percent of NDSU students are in face-to-face, traditional classroom-based courses, a figure that leads the state by a large margin .

NDSU excels in areas of innovative and technology-driven research, with more than $150 million in research expenditures reported in fiscal year 2013 . NDSU is listed in the Top 100 research universities in the United States for research and development in agricultural sciences, chemistry, physical sciences, psychology and social sciences, based on research expenditures reported to the National Science Foundation .

NDSU THEN NDSU NOW

college of

AGRICULTURE, FOOD SYSTEMS, AND NATURAL RESOURCES

candidates for UNDERGRADUATE AND

PROFESSIONAL DEGREES

Candidates will be presented by Dean Ken Grafton and

marshaled by Dr. Todd West and student marshal Anna Peterson.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE Blake W. Abraham Minneota, Minnesota Crop and Weed Sciences Scott M. Alm Mandan, North Dakota Animal Science ••• Kelsey M. Amborn Montevideo, Minnesota Veterinary Technology Alexander M. Andel Valley City, North Dakota Agricultural Economics Bryce J. Andersen Oakes, North Dakota Agricultural Systems Management •• Bayleigh M. Antonsen Frazee, Minnesota Animal Science Julie M. Ault Cavalier, North Dakota Agricultural Economics• Hannah J. Bakke Karlstad, Minnesota Animal Science Derek L. Bendickson Binford, North Dakota Natural Resources Management Amber J. Benham Minot, North Dakota Equine Science • Travis E. Benson Clontarf, Minnesota Agricultural Economics Kate A. Black Cottage Grove, Minnesota Microbiology • Ty M. Bruner Drake, North Dakota Agricultural Economics Rebecca A. Butenhoff Barnesville, Minnesota Equine Science• Ellen M. Buysse Minneota, Minnesota Microbiology Grace E. Cabarle Minot, North Dakota Microbiology Britley J. Calkins Sitka, Alaska Veterinary Technology Matthew K. Carlson Rochester, Minnesota Microbiology• Patrick S. Champa Dickinson, North Dakota Range Science Jacob J. Chisholm Gary, Minnesota Agricultural Economics Christopher T. Connolly Lake Elmo, Minnesota Sports and Urban Turfgrass Management Nicholas A. Conzemius Breckenridge, Minnesota Agricultural Economics Daniel J. Coombe Fargo, North Dakota Agricultural Economics

Bryce M. Crompton-Pazdernik New York Mills, Minnesota Natural Resources Management Markas T. Dahl Hallock, Minnesota Crop and Weed Sciences Daniel W. Donnelly Farmington, Minnesota Agricultural Economics • Christina F. Dulik Aberdeen, South Dakota Equine Science Veterinary Technology Jarret B. Emery Luverne, North Dakota General Agriculture • Erin M. Endres Carrington, North Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences Ross M. Erickson Arlington, Texas Agricultural Economics Brett G. Fellbaum Swanville, Minnesota Agricultural Economics Kara M. Froelich Dickinson, North Dakota Agribusiness Danindu A. Udalamaththa Gamage Galle, Sri Lanka Economics • Arielle C. Glaspie Minot, North Dakota Veterinary Technology Sarah M. Glewwe Randolph, Minnesota Agribusiness Jacorian M. Goldmann Beulah, North Dakota Natural Resources Management Stephanie M. Gross Napoleon, North Dakota Animal Science Joe H. Grotsun Cold Spring, Minnesota Animal Science Kayla M. Haglund Heron Lake, Minnesota Animal Science • Bryn A. Halley Langdon, North Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences Adam M. Hansen Doran, Minnesota Crop and Weed Sciences Tia R. Haugrud Rothsay, Minnesota Crop and Weed Sciences Hannah M. Hawkins Farmington, Minnesota Animal Science Katie S. Heid Bismarck, North Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences Aaron M. Helbling Fergus Falls, Minnesota Crop and Weed Sciences

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Kade L. Hilde Ada, Minnesota Agricultural Systems Management •• Cassandra E. Hillen Fargo, North Dakota Food Science•• Tracy K. Hillenbrand Willmar, Minnesota Crop and Weed Sciences Matthew P. Hillesland Aneta, North Dakota Agricultural Economics Ashley A. Hoffmann West Fargo, North Dakota Veterinary Technology Marisa S. Holst Sidney, Montana Animal Science Jaden M. Hunter New London, Minnesota Natural Resources Management Cora M. Huss Lakeville, Minnesota Animal Science Jace A. Ingebretson Mayville, North Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences Jacob R. Jennings West Fargo, North Dakota Biotechnology Nettie M. Johnson Alexander, North Dakota Agribusiness Ryan D. Johnson Cummings, North Dakota Agricultural Systems Management Samuel W. Johnson Fargo, North Dakota Economics •• Yuri S. Johnson, Ada, Minnesota Agricultural Systems Management•• Daniel R. Julson Galchutt, North Dakota Agricultural Economics Tristan C. Juran Oakes, North Dakota Microbiology Jacob L. Keller Mandan, North Dakota Animal Science• Katharine T. Kelsven Detroit Lakes, Minnesota Microbiology •• Brent W. Kemp Hamilton North Dakota Agricultural Economics Derek T. Kohler Valley City, North Dakota Agricultural Systems Management •• Dustin A. Koska Watertown, South Dakota Economics Casey G. Krieger Kerkhoven, Minnesota General Agriculture Callie J. Krupke Little Falls, Minnesota Microbiology Caleb B. Krusemark Trimont, Minnesota Animal Science Amber M. Kuisle Milaca, Minnesota Crop and Weed Sciences ••• Daniel J. Landman Northwood, North Dakota Agricultural Economics Jacob E. Langlie Mayville, North Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences •• Jaclyn K. Lee Williston, North Dakota Agribusiness Alexander N. Lies Fessenden, North Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences Benjamin M. Lodoen Westhope, North Dakota Animal Science Jena Marie C. Lorsung Fargo, North Dakota Microbiology Elizabeth A. Lovering Green Bay, Wisconsin Crop and Weed Sciences Katherine R. Mahoney Fargo, North Dakota Natural Resources Management•• Tyler S. Mahrer Forman, North Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences

••• Mitchell J. Maki Fargo, North Dakota Microbiology Michael A. Mann Fargo, North Dakota Microbiology Elizabeth A. Mars Dilworth, Minnesota Natural Resources Management Anthony L. Marthaler Hastings, Minnesota Agricultural Economics Cody J. Matthees Lake Park, Minnesota Horticulture Amy E. McConnell Glyndon, Minnesota Animal Science Adrian A. McInnes Jamestown, North Dakota Agribusiness Marcy A. McNichols Grand Rapids, Minnesota Agricultural Economics•• Margaret S. Meacham Detroit Lakes, Minnesota Veterinary Technology Abdikadir O. Mohamed Fargo, North Dakota Microbiology •• Jared W. Monsebroten Grafton, North Dakota Agricultural Economics Karley L. Morgenson Bismarck, North Dakota Economics Timothy R. Mueller Kimball, Minnesota Agribusiness Austin J. Musland Lisbon, North Dakota Agricultural Economics Colby R. Nordstrom Bismarck, North Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences Shayna C. Olson Milnor, North Dakota Animal Science Austin R. Patten Watford City, North Dakota Agricultural Economics Brady A. Paul Reynolds, North Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences Jacob P. Perius Verndale, Minnesota Crop and Weed Sciences Ian T. Pritchard Dickinson, North Dakota Economics Alec B. Reimche Scottsdale, Arizona Agricultural Economics Aaron J. Remick Crookston, Minnesota Agricultural Economics Brady C. Richter New Rockford, North Dakota Agricultural Economics ••• Evan R. Robertson Dawson, Minnesota Agricultural Systems Management Dalton J. Rolland Warren, Minnesota Economics ••• Jean L. Rosenau Sacred Heart, Minnesota Agricultural Economics •• Tanner E. Rothstein Rockville, Minnesota Microbiology Megan C. Ruch Brampton, North Dakota Animal Science Shawn S. Sanford Reeder, North Dakota Natural Resources Management Amy L. Scegura Avon, Minnesota Crop and Weed Sciences Brian C. Schaetz Denmark, Wisconsin Agricultural Economics Malinda K. Scherf Pelican Rapids, Minnesota Microbiology•• Nicholas J. Schimek Deer River, Minnesota Crop and Weed Sciences Lindsey R. Schmidt Fargo, North Dakota Animal Science

Isaac J. Schnabel St . Cloud, Minnesota Natural Resources Management Amanda J. Schnase Fargo, North Dakota Veterinary Technology Danielle M. Schuler Alexandria, Minnesota Food Science • Brady B. Schulzetenberg Freeport, Minnesota Agricultural Economics ••• Kristi R. Schweiss Chisholm, Minnesota Agribusiness Shelby D. Seifert Perham, Minnesota Veterinary Technology • Adam T. Sherden Rochester, Minnesota Food Science Michael A. Spieker West Fargo, North Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences Bryan S. Sprenger Grey Eagle, Minnesota Natural Resources Management •• Alex R. Stamp Marietta, Minnesota Agribusiness Accounting

•• Abby J. Sumption Frederick, South Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences Spencer T. Symington Argusville, North Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences ••• Megan E. Totenhagen Stirum, North Dakota Agricultural Economics Jacob W. Tranby Fargo, North Dakota Economics ••• Emily M. Tucker Fargo, North Dakota Equine Science Stacie L. Urbach Englevale, North Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences Kaitlin R. Van Horn Donnelly, Minnesota Agricultural Economics Sarah L. Walker Lino Lakes, Minnesota Natural Resources Management Grant T. Woinarowicz Stephen, Minnesota Crop and Weed Sciences Mathias L. Zastrow Pasadena, California Agricultural Economics


Candidates will be presented by Dean Kent Sandstrom and

marshaled by Dr. Michael Weber and Sadia Yusuf.

BACHELOR OF ARTS Benjamin J. Amell Detroit Lakes, Minnesota Journalism Joshua T. Dullea Casselton, North Dakota English Journalism Kigenyi A. Kalema Bloomington, Minnesota English • Shawn R. Mohr Fargo, North Dakota French Philosophy/Humanities • Laryssa L. Mortenson Perley, Minnesota English Women and Gender Studies • John E. Roach Hutchinson, Minnesota English Matthew A. Wagenius Stillwater, Minnesota Strategic Communication International Studies

BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS Nathan M. Bailey Cottage Grove, Minnesota Art Rebecca J. Kelly Mandan, North Dakota Art Jayce F. Kraviec Fargo, North Dakota Art Samuel J. Olson West Allis, Wisconsin Theatre Arts

BACHELOR OF LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE Patrick R. O’Keeffe West St . Paul, Minnesota

BACHELOR OF MUSIC••• Michael J. Mettler Swanville, Minnesota Jacob D. Olson Eagan, Minnesota•• Zachery T. Pavlicek Dickinson, North Dakota Mitchell T. Rittenbach Bismarck, North Dakota • Richard J. Schrom Little Canada, Minnesota

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE Jarl A. Abrahamson Dickinson, North Dakota English Jenae E. Adams Stillwater, Minnesota Philosophy/Humanities Madelyn M. La Pierre Baasch Tower City, North Dakota English •• Rachel A. Bakke Karlstad, Minnesota Criminal Justice

Luke D. Bakken Maple Grove, Minnesota Criminal Justice Scott W. Basch St . Paul, Minnesota Emergency Management Tanya L. Birklid Nome, North Dakota Theatre Arts Brittany C. Bleich Beaver Dam, Wisconsin Emergency Management Sara M. Boppre Valley City, North Dakota Sociology Psychology Kristen R. Bouwens Fargo, North Dakota Art Jonathan R. Brower Waubun, Minnesota Criminal Justice Chelsea L. Brown Mandan, North Dakota Theatre Arts Kiah N. Burke Fertile, Minnesota Strategic Communication Christopher L. Camara Fargo, North Dakota Criminal Justice• Martin K. Cambronne New Brighton, Minnesota Music • Eric A. Clay Lakeville, Minnesota Strategic Communication Cassandra A. Coghill Bismarck, North Dakota Women and Gender Studies Allison K. Conn Mina, South Dakota Criminal Justice Human Development and Family Science •• Nicholas R. Conner Bemidji, Minnesota Health Communication Strategic Communication ••• Jessica DiGiacomo Hillsboro, Oregon Journalism Alex L. Eberhardt Casselton, North Dakota Anthropology Megan C. Edwardson Fargo, North Dakota Political Science Bradley E. Egeland Fargo, North Dakota Sociology Wyatt L. Epple Montrose, Minnesota Strategic Communication Emily A. Erickson Fargo, North Dakota English Amanda J. Feldt Detroit Lakes, Minnesota History Trevor C. Folke Brooklyn Park, Minnesota Criminal Justice Joshua G. Francis Costa Mesa, California History •• Mary C. Freitag Hickson, North Dakota Strategic Communication • He Gao Baoding, Hebei, China New Media and Web Design

college of

ARTS, HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

Grant H. Genovese St . Paul, Minnesota Emergency Management Laura M. Gish Bemidji, Minnesota Sociology Michael A. Goulet Benson, Minnesota Political Science Charles F. Greywitt Savage, Minnesota Strategic Communication Rachel A. Grider Nevis, Minnesota English• Alex J. Hendrick Coon Rapids, Minnesota Political Science Garrett J. Hittle Hunlock Township, Pennsylvania Emergency Management •• Thomas J. Houle Menahga, Minnesota Emergency Management • Lauren L. Hovden Fargo, North Dakota Strategic Communication Health Communication Ramla A. Ibrahim San Diego, California Criminal Justice Karissa D. Johnson Fargo, North Dakota Strategic Communication Catrina A. Kelm Dennison, Minnesota Criminal Justice Brandon M. Kerr Zimmerman, Minnesota Criminal Justice Sarah C. Knopik Killdeer, North Dakota Criminal Justice ••• Sadie R. Kolke North Branch, Minnesota Art•• Meghann R. Kuhlman Rochester, Minnesota English ••• Thomas A. Kyllo Mayville, North Dakota Criminal Justice Jacob M. Ladenthin Minnetonka, Minnesota Emergency Management Nicholas J. Ledoux Fargo, North Dakota English Theatre Arts Erika Lee Sioux Falls, South Dakota Criminal Justice Sierra M. Likens Longville, Minnesota Strategic Communication Carlton D. Littlejohn Minneapolis, Minnesota Journalism Maggie M. Lorenz Harvey, North Dakota History Allie K. Lott Moorhead, Minnesota Strategic Communication •• Morgan F. Mairs Waseca, Minnesota Health Communication Joshua J. Majeski Sauk Rapids, Minnesota Criminal Justice Nathaniel F. Manning Mankato, Minnesota Journalism Emily D. Marshall Chaska, Minnesota Journalism • Madelyn A. May Maple Grove, Minnesota Strategic Communication Nicole C. McArthur Fargo, North Dakota Theatre Arts Kyle A. Meisch Fargo, North Dakota Journalism • Briley L. Messer Dickinson, North Dakota Political Science Business Administration

••• Renae L. Metzger Brooklyn Park, Minnesota Criminal Justice •• Lucas L. Mock Buffalo, Minnesota Criminal Justice Eric R. Monsebroten Grafton, North Dakota Political Science Samuel J. Monson Stillwater, Minnesota Criminal Justice ••• Katherine M. Mortenson Storm Lake, Iowa Emergency Management Bryce R. Murchie Lockport, Illinois English Terrance E. Nelson New York Mills, Minnesota Theatre Arts Eric D. Nephew Fertile, Minnesota Strategic Communication Patrick R. O’Keeffe West St . Paul, Minnesota Environmental Design Dennis J. Olsen Fargo, North Dakota Emergency Management •• Joy L. Olson Oakes, North Dakota Strategic Communication Lucas A. Paper Fargo, North Dakota Political Science Brittany L. Paulus Bottineau, North Dakota Criminal Justice Psychology Edward A. Pavek Brooklyn Park, Minnesota Strategic Communication Management Communication Alix M. Pearson Hettinger, North Dakota Strategic Communication Agricultural Communication Meghan R. Pegel Fargo, North Dakota Criminal Justice Adam M. Pflipsen Fargo, North Dakota Criminal Justice Lacey M. Pickard Brookings, South Dakota Strategic Communication Kayla R. Remer Howard Lake, Minnesota Journalism • Ryan J. Remke Chanhassen, Minnesota New Media and Web Design Adam P. Richard Fargo, North Dakota Criminal Justice Cassandra R. Rohlfing Belcourt, North Dakota Journalism Benjamin E. Rutter Zumbrota, Minnesota Emergency Management Chelsea N. Sandwick Fosston, Minnesota Strategic Communication Katherine R. Schmit Chaska, Minnesota Strategic Communication Erika J. Schneider Cologne, Minnesota Strategic Communication Olivia M. Scott Fergus Falls, Minnesota Management Communication Tyler M. Severance Herman, Minnesota Criminal Justice Psychology • Samantha K. Sherman Moorhead, Minnesota Political Science James G. Sink Mapleton, North Dakota Emergency Management Joel G. Sipper Hermantown, Minnesota Journalism Bethany R. Smith Fargo, North Dakota French


••• Connor M. Smith Wadena, Minnesota Criminal Justice Jordan Z. Snyder Devils Lake, North Dakota Criminal Justice Philip M. Stenger Detroit Lakes, Minnesota Criminal Justice Hannah M. Tepp River Falls, Wisconsin Sociology Psychology • Erin L. Thompson Crystal, Minnesota Criminal Justice Allison E. Thorson Bismarck, North Dakota Strategic Communication Rachael A. Tollefson Devils Lake, North Dakota Health Communication Morgan D. Tuscherer Fargo, North Dakota English Kenneth M. Ulrich Fargo, North Dakota Criminal Justice Joseph A. Vaske Alexandria, Minnesota Theatre Arts

• Christopher W. Well Jamestown, North Dakota Strategic Communication • Stephanie J. Wieler Walhalla, North Dakota Criminal Justice Katie M. Youmans Maple Grove, Minnesota Criminal Justice Andrew V. Younker Hazen, North Dakota Criminal Justice Amber K. Zolondek Minot, North Dakota Strategic Communication

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ARCHITECTURE Rebekah A. Gurule Hankinson, North Dakota Leigh Ann M. Mehs Hatton, North Dakota •• Sophie K. Miller Adrian, North Dakota

Candidates will be presented by Interim Dean Jane Schuh and

marshaled by Dr. Fariz Huseynov and student marshal Grant Johnson.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE Adil M. Abdelnour Fargo, North Dakota Management Information Systems Finance •• Ashley L. Abraham Dawson, Minnesota Finance Logan J. Ackerman Montevideo, Minnesota Marketing Saad M. Alajlan Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Business Administration Amanda R. Albertson Arden Hills, Minnesota Marketing ••• Jasper D. Asplin Dassel, Minnesota Accounting William D. Ayers Fargo, North Dakota Management Information Systems Lauren M. Becker McHenry, North Dakota Accounting Tashana E. Bergren Walker, Minnesota Accounting Finance Michael A. Bigwood Cavalier, North Dakota Accounting Finance Abigale M. BlackCloud Bismarck, North Dakota Marketing • Austin H. Boe Fargo, North Dakota Marketing French Andrew M. Bonnet Council Bluffs, Iowa Finance Joseph M. Bontje Fargo, North Dakota Management Information Systems Justin J. Brendel Bismarck, North Dakota Business Administration Marketing Qiuyi Chen Suzhou, China Business Administration Trevor J. Clarity International Falls, Minnesota Management Jedre B. Cyr Glyndon, Minnesota Business Administration Logan M. Dahlgren Vergas, Minnesota Accounting Rabei H. Damlakhan Yanbu, Saudi Arabia Accounting Alex E. DeConcini Perham, Minnesota Accounting Chad J. Dehler Lake Park, Minnesota Management Information Systems ••• Brittany J. Diederich Fargo, North Dakota Business Administration Jenece Erfle Bowdon, North Dakota Business Administration Mitchell T. Erickson Raymond, Minnesota Accounting

••• Alexandra N. Evenson Fargo, North Dakota Accounting Alexander D. Fausti Brookings, South Dakota Accounting Xiuya Feng Fuzhou, Fujian, China Accounting Michaela D. Fischer Santa Rosa, California Marketing Erik M. Fitterer Rochester, Minnesota Accounting Finance Jay T. Flaa Mandan, North Dakota Management Sha Fu Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China Finance Jenna E. Galegher Thompson, North Dakota Management Alec D. Gerving-Hellman Bismarck, North Dakota Management Cory P. Goehner Jamestown, North Dakota Management Michael T. Graff Luverne, Minnesota Finance Economics Erika M. Guthmiller Lisbon, North Dakota Finance ••• John M. Hagen Barnesville, Minnesota Finance Accounting Andrea K. Hagert Grand Forks, North Dakota Marketing Jason S. Harmon Fargo, North Dakota Business Administration Anna V. Haugen West Fargo, North Dakota Accounting Bryce C. Heustis Devils Lake, North Dakota Finance Timothy L. Holzer Bismarck, North Dakota Management Adam M. Houle Brooklyn Park, Minnesota Management • Ashley M. Huber Minot, North Dakota Accounting Nicholas J. Hylla Sauk Rapids, Minnesota Management • Adityee Jain Gwalior, India Marketing Trevor W. Jaunich Delano, Minnesota Finance Amidu D. Jusu Fargo, North Dakota Management Bryce S. Karel Cavalier, North Dakota Accounting Ryan Karl Roseau, Minnesota Management

college of

BUSINESS


Jacob H. Knoll Fargo, North Dakota Accounting • Owen P. Korcuska Vermillion, South Dakota Accounting Dylan J. Kraimer Minnetonka, Minnesota Marketing • Alexander J. Lacey Brookings, South Dakota Finance Economics Jeremiah M. Landon Ryder, North Dakota Business Administration Yuan-Chi Lee Changhua County, Taiwan Marketing •• Alyssa K. Lewis Apple Valley, Minnesota Management •• Leilin Li Nanchang, Jiangxi, China Finance Kyle R. Lidberg Monticello, Minnesota Marketing Tyler D. Liebl Mahnomen, Minnesota Business Administration Finance Craig T. Lindseth Bemidji, Minnesota Accounting Chenggang Liu Shenyang, China Accounting Andrew F. Mangan Aberdeen, South Dakota Finance •• Chontay J. Mastel Bismarck, North Dakota Accounting Shane L. McGrath Fargo, North Dakota Management Information Systems Nathaniel D. Moody Dickinson, North Dakota Finance Economics Danielle A. Nordsletten Fargo, North Dakota Management Nathan C. Olson Rosemount, Minnesota Accounting Ewhuiknebueze J. Ordu Port Harcourt, Nigeria Management Taylor J. Parker Fargo, North Dakota Management Sport Management Allison R. Petermann Hawley, Minnesota Management Katherine J. Potter West Fargo, North Dakota Marketing Jacob W. Redepenning Madison, Minnesota Accounting Finance Zachary A. Remple Hutchinson, Minnesota Management Jocelyn R. Ripley Pelican Rapids, Minnesota Management Information Systems Aaron P. Sabin Fargo, North Dakota Finance Charles M. Schmitz Sartell, Minnesota Business Administration Drew C. Schultz New York Mills, Minnesota Business Administration • Ryder A. Schwagler Mandan, North Dakota Management Information Systems Dixon T. Schwan Fargo, North Dakota Management ••• Kimberly A. Sisk Antler, North Dakota Finance Sena K. Skjefte Christine, North Dakota Finance

••• Alexander J. Smith Le Sueur, Minnesota Finance • Michael W. Smith Bemidji, Minnesota Accounting Management Information Systems Rui Song Jinan, Shandong, China Marketing Tyler M. Sorenson Fargo, North Dakota Marketing Drew D. Spooner Fargo, North Dakota Marketing Jacob P. Strand Moorhead, Minnesota Finance •• Zhen Sun Loudi City, Hunan, China Finance Hunter J. Swanke Eagan, Minnesota Accounting Zachary L. Swanson St . Louis Park, Minnesota Marketing Nils N. Tang Chanhassen, Minnesota Business Administration Alexandrya M. Thiesing Spring Lake Park, Minnesota Management Hanna L. Thompson Grafton, North Dakota Business Administration Karly J. Thompson Baudette, Minnesota Accounting Finance Christel M. Thorsell Fargo, North Dakota Accounting • Tyler D. Toy Dayton, Ohio Finance Anthony A. Trevis Farmington, Minnesota Finance • Ashley F. Trevis Farmington, Minnesota Management Michael W. Tufte Leeds, North Dakota Business Administration Matthew A. Tufto Dawson, Minnesota Finance Taylor L. Wade Devils Lake, North Dakota Business Administration Juncheng Wang Zibo, Shandong, China Accounting Finance Kaylee L. Ward Mooreton, North Dakota Accounting Finance Rachel L. Wells Coon Rapids, Minnesota Accounting Jody R. Wendt Brookings, South Dakota Marketing Ty Z. Wilson Zimmerman, Minnesota Marketing Jocilyn M. Wimmer Alexandria, Minnesota Management Joseph D. Winter Mahtomedi, Minnesota Marketing Stephanie L. Woodley Bowman, North Dakota Accounting Qirui Ye Suizhou, Hubei, China Marketing Manlin Zhang Zibo, Shandong, China Finance • Tianxin Zhu Jinan, Shandong, China Finance

Candidates will be marshaled by Dean Gary Smith and

marshaled by Dr. Jerry Gao and Dr. Halis Simek and student marshal Noah Schmidt.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN AGRICULTURAL AND BIOSYSTEMS ENGINEERING Bethany A. Biallas St . Francis, Minnesota Jesse Q. Cickavage Glendale, Arizona •• Ryan C. Larson Atwater, Minnesota •• Matthew J. Mortenson Wahpeton, North Dakota

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CIVIL ENGINEERING Ryan C. Brown St . Michael, North Dakota Kevin A. Cernik West Fargo, North Dakota •• Laura E. Clarens Fargo, North Dakota Christopher J. Dahn Elk River, Minnesota Monte D. Deis Linton, North Dakota • Dylan J. Dunn Fargo, North Dakota Mason A. Eisenzimmer Minot, North Dakota Kellen J. Grubb Tioga, North Dakota Douglas A. Hansen Lisbon, North Dakota • Carissa A. Keller Monticello, Minnesota ••• Benjamin P. Kugler Erhard, Minnesota Derek T. Lalim Granite Falls, Minnesota Priyan S. Pallege Nanayakkara Galle, Southern Province, Sri Lanka Kyle R. Ogren Lino Lakes, Minnesota Shaun P. Parsons Dickinson, North Dakota •• Mark T. Pederson Richmond, Minnesota Nicholas L. Powers Apple Valley, Minnesota Jordan W. Prazak Hastings, Minnesota Amelia R. Schippel Coon Rapids, Minnesota Tylor J. Steffens St . Michael, Minnesota •• Matthew M. Suek Fergus Falls, Minnesota •• Logan B. Tretter Fargo, North Dakota Sarah L. Walker Lino Lakes, Minnesota Kyle A. Wang Fargo, North Dakota

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER ENGINEERING Jordan T. Birrenkott West Fargo, North Dakota Nicholas K. Blonigen Monticello, Minnesota Jared I. Green Fergus Falls, Minnesota Abhishek Gupta New Delhi, India Christopher S. Jordan-Denny Grand Forks, North Dakota Saurabh Sharma Jaipur, Rajasthan, India Igor A. Simanovich Chanhassen, Minnesota

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING Tyler B. Gandrud Detroit Lakes, Minnesota Anthony J. Leighow Maple Grove, Minnesota Jonathan L. Pistorius West Fargo, North Dakota Justin J. Weigel Scandia, Minnesota

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT Ryan M. Beyer Morris, Minnesota Walker L. Busse Breckenridge, Minnesota Michael J. Clarys Hazen, North Dakota ••• Brittany J. Diederich Fargo, North Dakota Keenan J. Hemming St . Cloud, Minnesota Michael C. Jones Horace, North Dakota Jesse L. Kieper Springfield, Minnesota Michael J. Murphy Fargo, North Dakota Matthew M. Nilson Minot, North Dakota Alexander S. Nord Maple Grove, Minnesota Seth T. Provost Aitkin, Minnesota Adam R. Snelgrove New York Mills, Minnesota Brenton J. Umlauf Fargo, North Dakota Xiaobo Yang Jinan, Shandong, China Xinyuan Yang Jinan, Shandong, China

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING Momodou F. Barry Wellingara, Western Region, Banjul Mark J. Benolken Milaca, Minnesota LaMarr J. Boehm Mandan, North Dakota •• Andrew B. Bossert Fargo, North Dakota Dale R. Bromenshenkel Bemidji, Minnesota Jedediah G. Ellenberg Perham, Minnesota Casey S. Larson West Fargo, North Dakota Jacob D. Leerssen Buffalo, Minnesota Wyatt A. Linstad Pequot Lakes, Minnesota Nicolette R. Lippert Kasson, Minnesota Wesley R. Mason Bemidji, Minnesota Taren G. McCullough Fargo, North Dakota • Matthew R. Pelfrey Rochester, Minnesota Jenna M. Pender Moorhead, Minnesota Tanner R. Scheidecker Fargo, North Dakota Gabriel L. Schur Detroit Lakes, Minnesota Abhishek Sharma New Delhi, India• Benjamin J. Sherman Circle Pines, Minnesota •• Andrew V. Tran Fargo, North Dakota Bharat Verma Faridabad, Haryana, India Joshua P. Vetter Bismarck, North Dakota Gabriel D. Wicklund Clitherall, Minnesota Nicholas C. Woinarowicz Middle River, Minnesota Kaiwen Zhou Nanning, Guangxi, China

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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT Tingjun Chen Shanghai, China Brandon A. Gates Bismarck, North Dakota Madeline M. Hager West Fargo, North Dakota Logan M. Hahn Hutchinson, Minnesota Siyu Hou Beijing, China Stephen T. Kriegler Blaine, Minnesota Kjell A. Kroh Mandan, North Dakota David M. Mills Ramsey, Minnesota Nicholas J. Schmitz Bismarck, North Dakota Austin J. Simonieg Dickinson, North Dakota Megan C. Supan Ramsey, Minnesota Matthew S. Trana Fargo, North Dakota

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING Cooper G. Bierscheid Watertown, South Dakota Kyle Y. Johnson Baudette, Minnesota Jacob R. Lesar Hermantown, Minnesota Jacob D. Markson Mazeppa, Minnesota Justin G. Paulson Lancaster, California Ijjo J. Stephen Fargo, North Dakota Neil M. Worms Freeport, Minnesota

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING Andrew T. Amundson Starbuck, Minnesota • Bjorn G. Anderson New London, Minnesota • John C. Anderson Elk River, Minnesota Benjamin A. Berntson Fosston, Minnesota Xingyu Chen Chengdu, Sichuan, China Yusheng Chen Guangzhou, Guangdong, China Tanner R. Eull St . Michael, Minnesota Nicholas F. Fruci Oakdale, Minnesota Cody R. Geiser Shakopee, Minnesota Michael S. Gerlach Vadnais Heights, Minnesota Alexander J. Gibas Hamel, Minnesota ••• Matthew E. Gingrey Gardner, North Dakota • Matthew L. Louwagie Gordon Russell, Minnesota Jacob R. Gunelson Woodbury, Minnesota Meranda J. Hennen Morris, Minnesota Karry A. Hoganson Fargo, North Dakota • Abraham D. Kolstad Mankato, Minnesota •• Nathan B. Kukson Pine Island, Minnesota Michael C. Leach Marysville, Washington Tyler J. Loll Wahpeton, North Dakota Matthew T. Madsen Lester Prairie, Minnesota Caleb G. Meide Wahpeton, North Dakota Andrew J. Norris Roseville, Minnesota ••• Alan J. Perrault St . Cloud, Minnesota Aaron M. Perry Roseville, Minnesota ••• Richard R. Poppler Corcoran, Minnesota Rachelle L. Rambur Monticello, Minnesota •• Emily M. Raymond Thompson, North Dakota Joseph P. Rogers Crystal, Minnesota Mitchell L. Sellman Andover, Minnesota Alexander C. Sinclair Morris, Minnesota Nicholas J. Struve Faribault, Minnesota Michael J. Tolbert Breckenridge, Minnesota Ronald A. Tollefson Dilworth, Minnesota Andrew J. Van Keulen Rogers, Minnesota Scott A. Wheeler Burnsville, Minnesota

Candidates will be presented by Dean Charles Peterson and

marshaled by Dr. Carla Gross and student marshal Brianna Bertsch.

DOCTOR OF PHARMACY Hiral R. Bhatt West Fargo, North Dakota Matthew C. Osebold Shoreview, Minnesota

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE••• Salam M. Alanazi Fargo, North Dakota Respiratory Care John D. Anderson Ada, Minnesota Respiratory Care •• Matthew E. Bernu Parkers Prairie, Minnesota Respiratory Care • Jenae A. Dabill Jamestown, North Dakota Respiratory Care Deena N. Dahal Fargo, North Dakota Pharmaceutical Sciences Danielle N. Engel Delano, Minnesota Respiratory Care Gregory L. Fondong Grand Forks, North Dakota Pharmaceutical Sciences••• Benjamin H. Graf Fergus Falls, Minnesota Respiratory Care Bobbi L. Kramer Strasburg, North Dakota Respiratory Care Steven A. Lewis Fargo, North Dakota Pharmaceutical Sciences •• Hannah M. Magrum Fargo, North Dakota Respiratory Care Brandon L. Nelson New London, Minnesota Respiratory Care Renee S. Sina St . Cloud, Minnesota Respiratory Care •• Allison M. Van Zuilen Spicer, Minnesota Respiratory Care • Gina C. Vosberg Fargo, North Dakota Pharmaceutical Sciences

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING Caitlyn A. Albert Bismarck, North Dakota • Chesney A. Arneson Bismarck, North Dakota • Rachel R. Bachmeier Bismarck, North Dakota • Andrea K. Berglund Bismarck, North Dakota Amity M. Blohm Beulah, North Dakota Cheryl Brant Fargo, North Dakota Rebecca J. Buchholz Napoleon, North Dakota • Yoshiko Coyle Tokyo, Japan • Sabrina M. Elmi Minneapolis, Minnesota •• Kristi J. Erickson Hinsdale, Montana Jon M. Esperum Fargo, North Dakota Julie M. Faure Valley City, North Dakota Nichole A. Fields Lima, Ohio • Brittany L. Fulsebakke Bottineau, North Dakota Stacy L. Galbraith Fargo, North Dakota • Marissa C. Gieszler Bismarck, North Dakota Jenna M. Grinsteinner Bismarck, North Dakota Esther M. Gunderson Lake Park, Minnesota Rachel A. Hanneman Savage, Minnesota ••• Alexa N. Hanson Towner, North Dakota Anna L. Hanson Champlin, Minnesota • Fawzia A. Hassan Bismarck, North Dakota • Megan J. Hilzendeger Napoleon, North Dakota Amanda M. Humann Wilton, North Dakota Christina L. Jones Fargo, North Dakota• Brandi L. Kastner Bismarck, North Dakota McKenzie J. Klein Mandan, North Dakota • Karalyn R. Klipfel Ashley, North Dakota Kelly E. Lake Lakeville, Minnesota Jessica E. Lybeck Devils Lake, North Dakota Lindsey M. Markel Hazen, North Dakota Garrett L. Mindt Bismarck, North Dakota Nicole Y. Moore Harwood, North Dakota Jori J. Nies Bismarck, North Dakota • Rachel J. Olson Maddock, North Dakota • Ashley C. Phillips Minot, North Dakota Cabbrina P. Plainfeather Crow Agency, Montana Kimberly J. Pritchett Bismarck, North Dakota ••• Dustynn M. Quiggle Moorhead, Minnesota Lauren L. Ritter Bismarck, North Dakota • Brianna K. Salathe Eagle Bend, Minnesota Cody C. Schumacher Hebron, North Dakota LeeDawn M. Snider Fort Yates, North Dakota Kathleen R. Steffan Richey, Montana Kelsey J. Strahm West Fargo, North Dakota Matthew W. Sullivan Bismarck, North Dakota • Stephanie E. Sullivan Bismarck, North Dakota Karla A. Thielges Enderlin, North Dakota Shannon Ware Thoreau, New Mexico Luz M. Weltikol Bismarck, North Dakota • Michael T. Winegar Pequot Lakes, Minnesota Carson S. Winkels Bismarck, North Dakota Paula J. Youngerman Fargo, North Dakota

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HEALTH PROFESSIONS


Candidates to be presented by Interim Dean Margaret Fitzgerald and

marshaled by Dr. Stacy Duffield and student marshal Miranda Wilcox.

BACHELOR OF ARTS Mikaela M. Walker Jamestown, North Dakota Spanish Education International Studies Spanish

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE Kelsey J. Aakre Hawley, Minnesota Human Development and Family Science Brianna K. Allen Burnsville, Minnesota Hospitality and Tourism Management Hannah R. Andring Bismarck, North Dakota English Education ••• Carly E. Arett Moorhead, Minnesota Biological Sciences Education Stephanie Atkinson Minot, North Dakota Human Development and Family Science •• Samantha L. Baglivio Bismarck, North Dakota Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design Macy A. Barrett Zimmerman, Minnesota Human Development and Family Science Hannah B. Belk Coon Rapids, Minnesota Human Development and Family Science Nicole S. Benson Fargo, North Dakota Human Development and Family Science Rebecca M. Bidwell St . Paul, Minnesota Human Development and Family Science Victoria S. Bordlemay Sanger, Texas Human Development and Family Science Ben R. Borgerding Brooten, Minnesota Physical Education Kirstie L. Bosman Moorhead, Minnesota Hospitality and Tourism Management •• Callie J. Bowen Fargo, North Dakota English Education Jordan N. Brown West Fargo, North Dakota Human Development and Family Science Samuel P. Burns Moorhead, Minnesota Physical Education Health Education Quincy I. Carter Hancock, Minnesota Agricultural Education General Agriculture Natasha A. Cary Hibbing, Minnesota Human Development and Family Science •• Emily E. Champa Fort Dodge, Iowa Human Development and Family Science Jordan A. Champion Phoenix, Arizona Sport Management Laura J. Cisewski Minnetonka, Minnesota Sport Management Katrina L. Citterman Hendricks, Minnesota Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design ••• Charis Condon Fargo, North Dakota Human Development and Family Science

Kaitlin E. Crowdus Minot, North Dakota Biological Sciences Education Carolyn M. Dahlquist Stillwater, Minnesota Human Development and Family Science Sarah K. Deyle Fargo, North Dakota Human Development and Family Science Kaitlyn S. Dotson Halstad, Minnesota Human Development and Family Science • Michael S. Feickert Fargo, North Dakota Mathematics Education Mathematics Kaylee M. Fisher Fargo, North Dakota Human Development and Family Science • Megan C. FitzSimmons Good Thunder, Minnesota Human Development and Family Science Megan M. Fogelson Alexandria, Minnesota Social Science Education •• Joshua A. Formaneck Wahpeton, North Dakota Biological Sciences Education Biological Sciences •• Presley A. Forward Blair, Nebraska Mathematics Education Mathematics •• Kathryn A. Fronning Fargo, North Dakota Biological Sciences Education Biological Sciences Lacey S. Gebro Wahpeton, North Dakota Human Development and Family Science ••• Ashley M. Gehl Windom, Minnesota Dietetics Ingrid E. Grande Fargo, North Dakota Hospitality and Tourism Management Leah H. Gullickson Apple Valley, Minnesota Human Development and Family Science Lauren T. Gunter Elko, Minnesota Human Development and Family Science Ana M. Guttromson Eden Prairie, Minnesota Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design Samuel L. Hanson Farmington, Minnesota Sport Management Stephanie L. Hoard Thief River Falls, Minnesota Physical Education Health Education Jamie R. Hodgeson Green Bay, Wisconsin Hospitality and Tourism Management Kalyn A. Horvey Ralph, South Dakota Human Development and Family Science • Rachel M. Iverson Bismarck, North Dakota Dietetics •• Jaime C. Jarmin Kindred, North Dakota English Education Alexandra E. Jenkins Andover, Kansas Human Development and Family Science Holly T. Johnson Minot, North Dakota Sport Management

Nicholas J. Kaczmarczyk Moorhead, Minnesota Hospitality and Tourism Management Haley R. Kaspari Fargo, North Dakota Interior Design Trent A. Keefer Mesa, Arizona Sport Management Jordan A. Kent Bagley, Minnesota Hospitality and Tourism Management Ashley L. Klegstad Thompson, North Dakota Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design Lisa M. Klinkner Alexandria, Minnesota Human Development and Family Science Dylan A. Kopischke Morgan, Minnesota Sport Management •• Caitlyn J. Krueger Caledonia, Minnesota Human Development and Family Science Corey D. Landowski Sauk Rapids, Minnesota Sport Management Rachel M. Lawton Willmar, Minnesota Sport Management Benjamin B. LeCompte Barrington Hills, Illinois Sport Management Mackenzie M. Lockwood-Meier Brandon, Minnesota Hospitality and Tourism Management Carly J. Madsen Casselton, North Dakota Hospitality and Tourism Management Katelin R. Madsen Draper, Utah Hospitality and Tourism Management • Morgan C. Martin Ramsey, Minnesota Human Development and Family Science Tashina M. Maruska Great Falls, Montana Human Development and Family Science Jenna G. McKay Grafton, North Dakota Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design Taylor C. McMillan Moorhead, Minnesota Human Development and Family Science • Kayla J. Meehan West Fargo, North Dakota Human Development and Family Science • Krista J. Menke Fargo, North Dakota Exercise Science • Courtney L. Miller Scranton, North Dakota Agricultural Education • Leah Miller Maple Grove, Minnesota Dietetics Madison S. Millner Roseau, Minnesota Dietetics Amanda R. Moser Morris, Minnesota Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design Jordan M. Novacek Fargo, North Dakota Sport Management Christina V. Nystrom Fargo, North Dakota Human Development and Family Science Odeline Oriental Fargo, North Dakota Human Development and Family Science Brittany A. Paulson Bowman, North Dakota Hospitality and Tourism Management •• Emily K. Pearson Owatonna, Minnesota Dietetics • Stephanie M. Raguse Harwood, North Dakota Human Development and Family Science

Ashley A. Renton Bismarck, North Dakota Human Development and Family Science Alaina L. Ritchie Cambridge, Minnesota Human Development and Family Science Nicole I. Rivera Lakeside, California Human Development and Family Science• Scott T. Rorvig McVille, North Dakota Sport Management Courtney L. Rudolph Fredonia, North Dakota Human Development and Family Science Kayla R. Ryden Hallock, Minnesota Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design Cole M. Sandford Fargo, North Dakota Social Science Education Hope K. Sapp Henning, Minnesota Human Development and Family Science Lindsay J. Sather Minnetonka, Minnesota Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design Rachel M. Schmidt Fargo, North Dakota Human Development and Family Science •• Katherine M. Scholz Bowlus, Minnesota Mathematics Education Mathematics Michaela J. Schuler West Fargo, North Dakota Hospitality and Tourism Management •• Wen Min See Selangor, Malaysia Sport Management Charles Smith Burnsville, Minnesota Sport Management Tanner R. Steffan Dickinson, North Dakota Sport Management David M. Stookey Apple Valley, Minnesota Sport Management •• Sarah M. Storandt Moorhead, Minnesota Mathematics Education Breanna M. Stout Fergus Falls, Minnesota Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design Louise M. Tegtmeier Hunter, North Dakota Human Development and Family Science Elizabeth L. Temple Monticello, Minnesota Family and Consumer Sciences Education • Kara A. Thomas Elk River, Minnesota Human Development and Family Science Tyler N. Tweet Moorhead, Minnesota Sport Management Joy N. Vinje Valley City, North Dakota Hospitality and Tourism Management Blayne R. Waselk Hibbing, Minnesota Physical Education Health Education • Emily K. Weis Rochester, Minnesota Human Development and Family Science Paisley K. Wurgler Rochester, Minnesota Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design

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HUMAN DEVELOPMENT AND EDUCATION


Candidates to be presented by Dean Scott Wood and

marshaled by Dr. Gary Clambey and student marshal Matt Urich.

BACHELOR OF ARTS Jonathan K. Allen Fargo, North Dakota Mathematics Nicole A. Dahl Fargo, North Dakota Psychology International Studies • Madeline M. Gordon Waconia, Minnesota Computer Science • Ryan J. Remke Chanhassen, Minnesota Computer Science Jimena D. Schroeder Arequipa, Peru Psychology Megan R. Sennie Fargo, North Dakota Psychology Faye K. Stromberg West Fargo, North Dakota Psychology

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE Lucas F. Albers Fargo, North Dakota Zoology Reily G. Altenburg Fargo, North Dakota Zoology • Corey C. Arneson Jamestown, North Dakota Computer Science Karlee J. Beavens White Bear Lake, Minnesota Psychology Brooke M. Bjerke Sabin, Minnesota Psychology ••• Kayla A. Bjorlie Fargo, North Dakota Psychology Trevor P. Brosius Detroit Lakes, Minnesota Zoology Akshay Chaturvedi Fargo, North Dakota Computer Science •• Solji G. Choi Fargo, North Dakota Zoology Tim G. Cogger Kelliher, Minnesota Zoology •• Kevin M. Cortes Mandan, North Dakota Biological Sciences Katelynn E. Cox Stanley, Wisconsin Psychology • Brandon D. Ebersohl Eden Prairie, Minnesota Computer Science Ateh N. Ekinde St . Paul, Minnesota Biological Sciences Alen Fejzic Fargo, North Dakota Psychology Sociology • Matthew L. Louwagie Gordon Russell, Minnesota Computer Science Mickey P. Hager Bismarck, North Dakota Chemistry

Jacob M. Happ Hugo, Minnesota Zoology Chase L. Hillebrand Reynolds, North Dakota Geology Cassandra D. Hoffman Henning, Minnesota Psychology Samantha J. Holweger Wadena, Minnesota Zoology Levi J. Horner Bismarck, North Dakota Computer Science Wynn R. Hoskins Fargo, North Dakota Zoology Jessica M. Hutchinson Thief River Falls, Minnesota Psychology Keeler T. Johnson Vining, Minnesota Zoology Langston M. Johnson Moorhead, Minnesota Zoology•• Monty L. Johnson Washburn, North Dakota Geology Nicholas E. Johnson Wahpeton, North Dakota Zoology Adit Joshi Fargo, North Dakota Computer Science Aaron J. Kaip, Mandan, North Dakota Biological Sciences••• Peter J. Keefe Minneapolis, Minnesota Zoology •• Taylor J. King Blaine, Minnesota Statistics Finance Brenton T. Knutzen Fargo, North Dakota Psychology Malin E. Kunerth Jamestown, North Dakota Zoology • Megan R. Lawler Hazelton, North Dakota Psychology ••• Kaitlin E. Lindsey Gilby, North Dakota Zoology •• Logan R. Martin Sawyer, North Dakota Psychology Gretchen M. Merry Blaine, Minnesota Zoology Abigail J. Nelson Brooklyn Park, Minnesota Zoology Nicole S. Nelson Lino Lakes, Minnesota Zoology • Ryan R. Ness Thompson, North Dakota Botany • Michael L. Paavola Wadena, Minnesota Psychology •• Kyle L. Palmer Bismarck, North Dakota Computer Science Michelle J. Pierce Janesville, Minnesota Biological Sciences

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SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS• Cody A. Raeder Christine, North Dakota Psychology Alexander W. Rieder Dilworth, Minnesota Biotechnology Nakiedra S. Robinson Fargo, North Dakota Chemistry Annette Ruiz Ramsey, Minnesota Psychology Amber L. Schneider Bismarck, North Dakota Zoology John R. Schutz Sauk Rapids, Minnesota Computer Science Carl M. Sheldon Bismarck, North Dakota Computer Science Nikhil Singh New Delhi, India Computer Science Alexander P. Spacek Fargo, North Dakota Zoology Riley D. Spiker Fargo, North Dakota Zoology Tyler J. Stadel Aberdeen, South Dakota Biological Sciences Becker T. Steinemann Franktown, Colorado Zoology••• Eugene M. Stepan Willmar, Minnesota Mathematics Statistics •• Katelyn H. Swearingen Coralville, Iowa Psychology Logan T. Thiel Fargo, North Dakota Psychology Kevin J. Thomas Eden Prairie, Minnesota Computer Science

Adam D. Toop Fargo, North Dakota Zoology •• Calvin D. Trudel Glyndon, Minnesota Zoology • Emily C. Vinych Fargo, North Dakota Psychology Joshua S. Warmbold Coon Rapids, Minnesota Zoology Allison H. Weisgarber Washburn, North Dakota Zoology Michael A. Welker Bismarck, North Dakota Computer Science Anna K. Well Lisbon, North Dakota Zoology Scott D. Weninger Bismarck, North Dakota Computer Science Taylor K. West Fergus Falls, Minnesota Psychology Natasha M. Westen Cambridge, Minnesota Zoology Nadine E. Wikstrom Le Sueur, Minnesota Mathematics Brian R. Willett Marshall, Minnesota Zoology ••• Jackie M. Wrage Gwinner, North Dakota Geology •• Qianwen Yan Nanchang, China Computer Science • Samantha J. Yineman Bismarck, North Dakota Psychology Parker R. Zimmer Oakes, North Dakota Zoology

30 • Cum Laude •• Magna Cum Laude ••• Summa Cum Laude

Candidates will be presented by Associate Dean Carolyn Schnell and

marshaled by Jessica Bauer and student marshal Eugene Lee.

BACHELOR OF UNIVERSITY STUDIES Jalee R. Abrahamson Olivia, Minnesota International Studies Ryan M. Amundson Alexandria, Minnesota Neil A. Disse Detroit Lakes, Minnesota Wesley F. Dunker Foley, Minnesota Morgan W. Hessman Bismarck, North Dakota Andrew J. Jones Detroit Lakes, Minnesota Diandra R. Knapper Moorhead, Minnesota Eugene H. Lee Fargo, North Dakota Meghan E. McQuillan St . Paul, Minnesota

Emily C. Mielke Eden Prairie, Minnesota Russell L. Ouart Fargo, North Dakota Bailey M. Richardson Detroit Lakes, Minnesota Brock E. Russell Mandan, North Dakota Andre J. Smith St . Paul, Minnesota Jared M. Swanson Fargo, North Dakota Erin A. Wanner Groton, South Dakota

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The academic processional that officially preludes the Commencement ceremonies on college

and university campuses is one of the oldest and most colorful customs that link 21st century

education with its early origins.

THE ACADEMIC PROCESSIONAL

To signal the achievements of their students, American institutions of higher learning conduct a formal ceremony to award the appropriate degrees earned at the conclusion of prescribed study . The action of taking the degree — baccalaureate, master’s or doctorate, as well as the designation of the day itself —is Commencement . Various explanations of the term Commencement are possible . The most likely is that centuries ago the bachelor, originally an apprentice, began an apprenticeship upon that day; and with the degree of M .A . and Ph .D ., the masters and doctors commenced their work upon the day their degrees were conferred . So today, students, having finished their preliminary education, set out upon the career for which they have prepared .

ACADEMIC APPARELAs cited in Academic Heraldry in America (Sheard, 1962), the academic regalia worn at Commencement is of medieval origin . The scholars of Bologna, Salamanca, Paris, Oxford, Cambridge, Louvain and Heidelberg dressed in a manner to distinguish themselves from the merchants and other townspeople . Since the 11th century, when the rise of universities began, “learned clerks” robed themselves in gowns, caps and hoods, thus marking a difference between “town and gown .”

By this apparel they were recognized as belonging to the teaching guild, which was the Guild of the Master of Arts . In this organization, the bachelor was the apprentice of the master . This relationship was the forerunner of today’s academic structure .

Today, customs vary in different parts of the world . Generally in Europe, professors wear the type of garment customary in the university where they are lecturing . In the United States, professors continue to wear the gown and hood of the university from which they received their highest degree . The gown, in origin, may have been simply a type of overcoat to protect the teacher from the cold in unheated buildings; the cut or style seems to be derived from ecclesiastical attire . It has usually been black; however, in recent years some institutions have adopted a school color for their gowns . The gowns of bachelors and masters are usually without trimmings of any sort, whereas those of doctors are faced down the front with velvet and adorned with three velvet bars on the sleeves .

The cap or “mortarboard” may have come from the squarish cap worn by the masons of the Middle Ages, or perhaps was suggested by the shape of the books that occupied so much of the scholar’s time . Attached to a button atop the “mortarboard” is a tassel . The tassel is worn on the left side by individuals receiving or have received a degree . For photography purposes, a candidate’s tassel may be worn on the right side of the mortarboard .

The hood, a triangular fold of cloth worn over the back of the gown, is faced with colors which denote the field of study represented by the wearer’s degree; the colors of the lining are those of the college or university that granted the degree . The length of the hood is correspondingly longer with each higher degree .

The wide velvet borders extending down the front of the doctoral gown, the velvet bars on the sleeves and the borders of most hoods, are colored according to the scholarly field of the wearer . The most usual of these doctoral hood colors are the following:

blue violet Architecture white Arts, Letters and Humanities copper Economics light blue Education orange Engineering brown Fine Arts crimson Communication purple Law lemon Library Science pink Music dark blue Philosophy sage green Physical Education salmon pink Public Health gold Science

scarlet Theology

While the arrangement of colors is pleasing to the eye and add beauty and impressiveness to ceremonial processions, there is historic significance attached to their selection . The white for arts and letters comes from the white fur of the Oxford and Cambridge B .A . hoods . The red for theology, as used by cardinals for centuries, follows the traditional color of the church . The purple for law comes from the royal purple of the king’s courts . The green for medicine, from the stripe in the army surgeon’s uniform, and earlier from the color of medicinal herbs .

The degrees in philosophy are shown by blue, the color of truth and wisdom . Science by gold-yellow, which signifies wealth contributed

by scientific discoveries . Pink was taken from the pink brocade prescribed for the Oxford doctors of music . Olive, a shade of green, was selected for pharmacy, which is closely allied to medicine; while russet brown, the color of dress worn by old English foresters, indicates forestry .

Graduate candidates wear a hood colored according to the scholarly field of the wearer .

maize Agriculture, Food Systems, and Natural Resources brown Landscape Architecture and Environmental Design white Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences drab Business light blue Education orange Engineering maroon Human Development apricot Nursing olive green Pharmacy golden yellow Science and Mathematics

white University Studies

UNIVERSITY MACEThe mace has an ancient history of use as a symbol of authority . Originally used by knights or a royal bodyguard to protect a king in processions, the mace evolved to assume more ceremonial functions by the 14th century . As a symbol of order and authority, the NDSU mace is now carried by the Stage Marshal, the presiding officer of the Faculty Senate, before the president and other platform party dignitaries in Commencement processions .

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WITH HONOR: Graduation with honor applies only to the baccalaureate degree . Graduate courses will not be included in the computation . Candidates who entered NDSU as freshmen and who have earned an institutional grade-point average greater than or equal to 3 .5 and less than 3 .7 will be graduated Cum Laude, an institutional grade-point average greater than or equal to 3 .7 and less than 3 .9 will be graduated Magna Cum Laude, and an institutional grade-point average greater than or equal to 3 .9 and up to 4 .0 will be graduated Summa Cum Laude . All final grades on the NDSU academic record will be included in grade-point average calculations for graduating with honor . The honor medallion is a gold medallion on a yellow ribbon and is worn around the neck . The medallion features the NDSU seal .

Other academic honors include the following:

BETA GAMMA SIGMA, international business honor society: A blue and gold cord is worn around the neck . Students, by class, who qualify are: juniors, top 7 percent; seniors, top 10 percent; and MBA students, top 20 percent .

BLUE KEY, national honor society: A blue and gold medallion with a blue ribbon is worn around the neck . Blue Key recognizes students for remarkable leadership and outstanding service to the university and the community . Academic achievement of members must be within the top 35 percent of their class .

GAMMA SIGMA DELTA, international agriculture honor society: A forest green and light tan honor cord is worn around the neck . Membership is conferred upon selected students who have demonstrated superior teaching, research or service to agriculture while maintaining a 3 .5 grade-point average . Members represent agricultural excellence at the undergraduate, graduate and post-graduate levels .

GOLDEN KEY, international honor society: A gold medallion on a blue and gold ribbon is worn around the neck . Golden Key recognizes juniors and seniors from all disciplines who are in the top 15 percent of their class .

LAMBDA BETA HONOR SOCIETY, national respiratory care honor society: A forest green and black ribbon pin is worn on the gown . Members must have completed at least 50 percent of their course work and rank academically in the top 25 percent of the respiratory care class .

LAMBDA PI ETA, national communication honorary society: A gold cord is worn around the neck . To qualify, members must have a cumulative grade-point average of 3 .0 with a 3 .25 in their communication major courses .

MCNAIR SCHOLARS PROGRAM, TRIO Programs: A gold medallion on a red ribbon is worn around the neck . McNair recognizes scholars for contributing outstanding research to their academic field as well as their commitment to pursuing a doctoral degree . Only 29 under-graduate students are selected to participate in this program each year .

MORTAR BOARD, national honor society: A gold medallion is worn around the neck . Mortar Board recognizes college seniors for distinguished ability and achievement in scholarship, leadership and service . Members also must meet at least a 3 .0 grade-point average .

NATIONAL RESIDENCE HALL, honorary: A navy blue honor cord is worn around the neck . To qualify, members must demonstrate leadership and academic qualities within the top 1 percent of the residence hall population .

ORDER OF OMEGA, national fraternity and sorority life honorary society: A gold stole is worn around the neck . Order of Omega recognizes the top 3 percent of juniors and seniors who have exemplified high standards in the areas of scholarship with a 3 .25 grade-point average; and leadership and involvement within their respective organization(s), fraternity or sorority, campus and local community .

PHI ALPHA THETA, national history honor society: A pale blue and red cord is worn around the neck . Members represent excellence in historical research at all levels: undergraduate, graduate and post-graduate .

GRADUATION HONORS

PHI ETA SIGMA, national honor society: A black and gold cord worn around the neck . To qualify, students must have a 3 .5 institutional grade-point average at the close of any full-time semester during their first year .

PHI KAPPA PHI, honorary scholastic society: A gold stole is worn around the neck . Members are chosen from among students in the top 10 percent of their class .

PHI UPSILON OMICRON (PHI U), honorary human development and education society: Double cords of entwined purple, white and yellow are worn around the neck . Academic achievement must be within the top 35 percent of majors in the field who qualify for membership .

PI SIGMA ALPHA, national political science honor society: A cloissonné‚ medallion on a red ribbon, is worn around the neck . To qualify, students must have a cumulative grade-point average of 3 .0 and have a 3 .0 grade-point average in all political science courses .

PI TAU SIGMA, international mechanical engineering honor society: A white stole with the Pi Tau Sigma coat of arms is worn around the neck . To qualify, juniors in the mechanical engineering program must be in the top 25 percent of their class; as non-graduating seniors, members must be in the top 35 percent of their class .

PSI CHI, national psychology honor society: A silver stole is worn around the neck . To qualify, members must have a 3 .0 cumulative grade-point average, a 3 .5 major grade-point average and rank in the upper 35 percent of their class .

RHO CHI SOCIETY, national pharmacy honor society: A purple and white honor cord is worn around the neck . To qualify, members must have completed their second year of the professional program . Membership is offered to the top 20 percent of the class .

SIGMA THETA TAU, international honor society of nursing: An orchid and white cord is worn around the neck . To qualify, members must have a 3 .0 grade-point average, rank in the upper 35 percent of their nursing class and meet the expectation of academic integrity .

SIGMA TAU DELTA, international English honor society: A red stole is worn around the neck . Undergraduate members must rank in the top 35 percent of their class . Graduate members must have at least a 3 .3 grade-point average .

TAU BETA PI, national engineering honor society: A white satin collar with the Bent embroidered in gold is worn around the neck . To qualify as juniors, members must be in the top one-eighth of their engineering class; as seniors, members must be in the top one-fifth of their engineering class .

TAU SIGMA DELTA, national architecture honor society: A white stole with gold embroidery is worn around the neck . To qualify, juniors or seniors must have a 3 .0 grade-point average and be in the upper 20 percent of their class .

UNIVERSITY HONORS PROGRAM: A gold medallion on a green ribbon is worn around the neck . Honors program graduates have completed, in addition to their primary majors, a four-year curriculum of interdisciplinary honors courses and have produced and publicly presented a senior honors thesis .

UPSILON PI EPSILON, national computer science honor society: Medallion with burgundy ribbon is worn around the neck . To qualify, undergraduate students must be upperclass status in the top 35 percent of their class and have a minimum grade-point average of 3 .3, with at least a 3 .5 grade-point average in 24 or more credits of computer science courses . Graduate students must have at least 18 upper-division computer science credits with a minimum grade-point average of 3 .5 .

VETERAN HONOR SOCIETY: A red, white and blue braided cord is worn around the neck, adorned with a medallion representing the student’s branch of service . To qualify, the student must have at least a 3 .0 cumulative grade-point average and represent the North Dakota State University veteran community in a positive way .

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HONORARY DOCTORATES

1939Dean H . L . Bolley, D .Agr .C . B . Waldron, D .Agr .

1940Arni Helgeson, D .Agr .George Will, D .Sc .Philip S . Rose, D .Agr .M . L . Wilson, D .Agr .Henry H . Kildee, D .Agr .

1943Maj . Gen . James A . Ulio, D .Sc . in Mil . Sci .

1946Dr . L . Van Es, D .Agr .

1948O . A . Stevens, D .Sc .

1949Jack Pyle, LL .D .Dr . F . L . Hovde, LL .D .

1950J . L . Coulter, D .Sc .Alex Lind, LL .D .

1951Clyde H . Bailey, D .Sc .

1952D . Milton Ladd, LL .D .

1953Dr . H . L . Walster, D .Sc .

1954Dean R . M . Dolve, D .Sc .

1955Dean W . F . Sudro, D .Sc .Newell P . Beckwith, D .Sc .

1956Roy Johnson, D .Sc .

1957John Haw, D .Sc .

1958Dr . Melvin Brodshaug, Litt .D .Duke de Vallombrosa, LL .D .

1959Donald Fletcher, D .Sc .James B . Konen, D .Sc .

1960T . E . Stoa, D .Sc .Robert B . Parrott, LL .D .

1961E . J . Haslerud, D .Sc

1962Charles E . Kellogg, D .Sc .H . H . Flor, D .Sc .George E . Abbott, D .Sc .Edward A . Steinhaus, D .Sc .

1963Dr . Irvamae Applegate, D .Sc .Dr . Hilton M . Briggs, D .Sc .Dr . Patrick H . Costello, D .Sc .Dr . James Scott Long, D .Sc .

1964Reuben W . Askanase, LL .D .W . B . Baker, LL .D .Ernest J . George, D .Sc .Clarence F . Kelly, D .Sc .

1965Dr . Marlin George Cline, D .Sc .H . Christine Finlayson, D .Sc .Justice Samuel Freedman, LL .D .Lois Phillips Hudson, Litt .D .Alvin A . Johnson, D .Agr .Dr . Lyle W . Phillips, D .Sc .Brig . Gen . Lawrence F . Tanberg, D .Sc .Clarice Gullickson Taylor, D .Sc .Lawrence Welk, D .Mus .

1966Harold B . Bachman, D .Mus .Dr . Leon O . Jacobson, D .Sc .Robert Pearson, D .Sc .Glenn J . Talbott, D .Agr .Vernon O . Trygstad, D .Sc .

Special Convocation

Dec. 15, 1966General Harold K . Johnson,

L .H .D .

1967Patrick E . Haggerty, D .Sc .Dr . E . F . Knipling, D .Sc .Dr . Casper I . Nelson, D .Sc .Dr . O . Meredith Wilson, L .H .D .

1968C . N . Nelson, D .Sc .Charles R . Walgreen Jr ., D .Sc .

During Inaugural April 11, 1969Dr . Clifford M . Hardin, D .Sc .

1969Clifford H . Willson, D .Sc .

1970Gilmore T . Schjeldahl, D .Sc .Senator Milton R . Young, D .Sc .

1971Lawrence B . Hall, D .Sc .George A . Rogler, D .Sc .

1972Dr . H . R . Albrecht, D .Sc .Clyfford Still, D .F .A .

1973William L . Guy, LL .D .Dr . G . Wilson Hunter, D .Sc .

1974Miss Mercedes Bates, D .Sc .Dr . Reinhard Wolff, D .Sc .

1975Miss Peggy Lee, D .Mus .Irwin R . Rector, D .Sc .

1976Paul M . Gallagher, LL .D .Thomas S . Kleppe, LL .D .Satenig S . St .Marie, LL .D .

1977Albert Doerr, D .Sc .Harold Schafer, LL .D .Larry Alfred Woiwode, Litt .D .

1978Mark Andrews, LL .D .Dr . David Schindler, D .Sc .

1979Roland F . Harding, D .Sc .

1980Quentin N . Burdick, LL .D .Dr . Beverly Pfeifer Lynch, Litt .D .

1981M . Truman Fossum, D .Sc .Louis L’Amour, Litt .D .John L . McCormick Jr ., LL .D .

1982Katherine K . Burgum, D .Sc .Dr . Robert W . Coon, D .Sc .

1983John Rouzie, D .Hum .Litt .

1984Brynhild Haugland, LL .D .

1985Edwin M . Anderson, D .Sc .John H . Ladish, D .Sc .

1986James H . Critchfield, D .Sc .Richard P . Critchfield, L .H .D .William A . Schlossman, LL .D .

1987Robert M . Hendrickson, LL .D .

1988Dr . Marvin E . Jensen, D .Sc .Glen J . Schoessow, D .Sc .

1989Ernest G . Anderson, D .Sc .Howard M . Olson, D .Sc .

1990Warren B . Diederich, D .Sc .Fred B . Scheel, LL .D .William J . Grosz, D .Sc .David M . Gipp, LL .D .C . Warner Litten, LL .D .Donald J . Kenna, D .Sc .Harold J . Klosterman, D .Sc .Anne Stegner, LL .D .Glenn S . Smith, D .Sc .Stanley W . Bale, D .Sc .

1991Lloyd Thompson, D .Sc .

1992Aldrich C . Bloomquist, D .Sc .Harvey K . Nelson, D .Sc .Art Bunker, LL .D .

1993Dr . Robert O . Brandenburg,

D .Sc .William C . Marcil, Litt .D .George A . Sinner, L .H .D .

1994Jean Mason Guy, L .H .D .Peter Schickele, D .F .A .

1995Dr . Jack F . Carter, D .Sc .Robert N . Spolum, LL .D .

1996Dr . Philip E . Austin, LL .D .

1998 MayLendal H . Kotschevar, LL .D .Ronald D . Offutt, LL .D .

1998 DecemberDr . James M . Sugihara, D .Sc .

1999 MayAlf H . Clausen, D .Mus .Dr . R . James Cook, D .Sc .

1999 DecemberRobert C . Dawson, LL .D .

2000 MayDavid W . Bernauer, D .Sc .Douglas J . Burgum, LL .D .

2000 DecemberErvin E . Kaiser, LL .D .

2001 MayDr . A . Catherine Cater, D .F .A .Dr . Evelyn R . Morrow

Lebedeff, LL .D .

2001 DecemberByron Dorgan, LL .D .

2002 MayJohn Q . Paulsen, LL .D .Fred G . Paavola, D .Sc .

2003 MayIan B . Edwards, D .Sc .Michael E . Hanson, D .Sc .

2004 DecemberGeneral Charles F . Wald, LL .D .

2005 MayJames Rosenquist, D .F .A .

2006 MaySteve Swiontek, LL .D .

2006 DecemberRussell F . Freeman, LL .D .

2007 MayFrank Jennings, LL .D .James Meier, D .Sc .

2007 DecemberJohn Dean, D . Agr .Sheldon Ellig, LL .D .Harold Newman, LL .D .

2008 MayMyron Bright, LL .D .Dr . Calvin Fercho, D . Sc .

2008 DecemberMaj . Gen . Darrol G . Schroeder, LL .D .Maj . Gen . Terry L . Scherling, LL .D .

2009 MayRobert Challey, LL .D .

2010 MayEsther Myers, LL .D .

2010 DecemberBarry Batcheller, D . Sc .

2012 DecemberGregg Halverson, D . Agr .

HONORARY DOCTORATES

– HONORIS CAUSA D . Agr . Agriculture D .F .A . Fine Arts D . Hum .Litt . Humane Letters D .Mus . Music D .Sc . Science D .Sc . in Mil . Sci . Military Science J .D . Laws L .H .D . Humanities Litt .D . Letters LL .D . Laws

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STAGE PARTYDr. Dean L. Bresciani PresidentDr. Timothy Alvarez Vice President for Student AffairsBridget Burke Dean of LibrariesDr. Dennis Cooley President of Faculty Senate Dr. Elias Elias University Distinguished Professor of Plant SciencesDr. Margaret Fitzgerald College of Human Development

and Education, Interim DeanDr. Kenneth Grafton Vice President, Dean and Director

for Agricultural AffairsAlyssa Impullitti Student Soloist, noon and 4 p .m . ceremoniesDr. Beth Ingram Provost Dr. Thomas Isern University Distinguished Professor

of History and ReligionDr. Kalpana Katti University Distinguished Professor

of Civil EngineeringDr. Kevin Melicher North Dakota University System State Board of Higher EducationDr. Jo Ann Miller University Distinguished Professor

of MusicDr. William Perrizo University Distinguished Professor

of Computer ScienceDr. Charles Peterson College of Health Professions, Dean Dr. Larry Reynolds University Distinguished Professor

of Animal ScienceDr. Kelly Rusch Vice President for Research

and Creative Activity

Dr. Kent Sandstrom College of Arts, Humanities

and Social Sciences, DeanRichard Schrom Student Speaker and Soloist, 10 a .m . and

2 p .m . ceremoniesDr. Carolyn Schnell College of University Studies, Associate DeanDr. Jane Schuh College of Business, Interim DeanDr. Gary Smith College of Engineering, DeanMG (RET) David Spryncynatyk Former Adjutant General of the

North Dakota National GuardDr. David Wittrock College of Graduate and

Interdisciplinary Studies, DeanDr. Scott Wood College of Science and Mathematics, DeanJackie Wrage Student Speaker, noon and 4 p .m . ceremonies

COMMENCEMENT MARSHALSDr. Ann Burnett Candidate MarshalDr. Dennis Cooley Stage MarshalDr. Mark Meister Faculty MarshalRian Nostrum Candidate MarshalCasey Peterson Candidate MarshalDr. Tim Peterson Candidate MarshalDr. Donna Terbizan Candidate MarshalDr. Christina Weber Candidate Marshal

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

READERSBrad Jones Office of Admission Wendy McCrory NDSU Card Center/NDSU Dining

READER ASSISTANTSRaNelle Ingalls Registration and RecordsNancy Kasper Registration and Records

MUSICIANSNorth Dakota State University Brass Ensemble Dr . Jeremy Brekke, Director

USHER/VOLUNTEER COORDINATORSMatthew Nelson Registration and RecordsColleen Solseng Student Loan CenterElton Solseng College of Agriculture, Food Systems, and Natural Resources

Assisted by members of Ag Ambassadors, Bison Robotics, Entomology Club, International Student Association, Kappa Alpha Theta, Leading Edge, NDSU Pride Alliance, PAK - The Organization of Pakistani Students, Phi Eta Sigma, Phi Kappa Phi and Wildlife Society.

TO THE 2015 GRADUATE

Congratulations on earning your degree . You may not notice the difference, but today, along with your colleagues, you have become alumni . For you, one era has passed; another is about to begin .

You are a member of the Bison family and will continue to carry the reputation of North Dakota State University through your activities and accomplishments . You exemplify the results of a good education: a critical mind, a discerning spirit, higher values, a sense of commitment and the privilege of service .

By virtue of graduation, you are a member of the Alumni Association . We will provide you a continued NDSU connection with information, services, events, Bison Pride items and a Career Center link . Services include an online directory listing your classmates, event information, alumni maps, game-watch locations, Football Ticket Exchange Blog and more . Also, like us on Facebook at facebook .com/ndsu .fargo, follow us on Twitter (@ndsunews) and join our LinkedIn group (NDSUAlumni) . We hope these resources will help you to stay in touch with your friends and classmates .

Your Alumni Association works closely with the NDSU Career Center to provide alumni services such as CAREERlink, an alumni job board, invitation to attend career fairs and access to online resources continue for all graduates . Alumni within five (5) years of graduation also have access to one-on-one resume critiques, cover letter reviews, interview preparation and job search strategies . All of the Alumni Association and Career Center services can be found at www .ndsualumni .com .

As alumni, you can assist the university in many ways . You can recruit highly qualified students, like yourself . You can proudly represent NDSU through personal and occupational achievements . You can give back financially through the Development Foundation . You can work in a volunteer capacity to coordinate special events conducted across the United States and internationally .

To you, your family, friends and those who helped you arrive here today, we extend our best wishes . You are joining a great family of more than 80,000 NDSU alumni working together to make a difference around the world . Welcome to the Alumni Association .

Go Bison!

John Erickson, BS ’80Chair, Alumni Association

North Dakota State University does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a U.S. veteran. Direct inquiries to: Equal Opportunity Specialist, Old Main 201, 701-231-7708 or Title IX/ADA Coordinator, Old Main 102, 701-231-6409.

T H I S P R O G R A M I S N O T A N O F F I C I A L G R A D U AT I O N L I S T .

While every effort is made to ensure accuracy in this Commencement program, printing deadlines may result in omission of some names and use of names of persons not completing graduation requirements as intended. This printed program, therefore, should not be used to determine a student’s academic or degree status. The university’s official registry for conferral of degrees is the student’s permanent academic record, kept by the Office of Registration and Records.

R E C E P T I O N S

Receptions for graduates and their guests will be held immediately following their respective ceremony in the Plains Room of the Memorial Union. Light refreshments will be served.

S O C I A L M E D I A G U I D E

Whether you are an #NDSUGrad or you are here to celebrate an #NDSUGrad, we invite you to join the commencement conversation on social media. Before, during and after the ceremony, please be sure to tag NDSU and use the hashtags #NDSUGrad and #NDSUtrue in your social media posts to join the virtual commencement celebration.

Also, please feel free to share our updates. Here are the platforms we are using to share commencement updates, photographs and videos throughout the day:

FacebookBe sure to “like” us to get all of our commencement updates. You can post directly to our timeline, or to your own. You also can find 2015 winter commencement images for your profile and cover photographs on our page.

TwitterOur handle is @NDSU. Follow us to see all the commencement tweets and retweets.

InstagramToday marks the debut of NDSU’s Instagram account! You can find us under North Dakota State University.

Congratulations to all #NDSUGrads. You have achieved your goal of earning a degree and we wish you the very best in the future! Thank you for being part of the commencement conversation on social media. #NDSUtrue

P H O T O G R A P H S

Professional photographers will be available to photograph each degree candidate before and during the ceremony. Degree candidates will receive information from Lifetouch Photography regarding the option to purchase prints. Photos can be viewed and purchased through http://events.lifetouch.com.

D V D C O P I E S O F C E R E M O N Y

DVD ordering information can be found at www.ndsu.edu/registrar/commencement.

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