SPRING COMMENCEMENT MAY 13, 2017

President Dean L. Bresciani presiding

PROCESSIONAL...... POMP AND CIRCUMSTANCE, edward elgar CONFERRAL OF North Dakota State University Brass Ensemble HONORARY DOCTORATE...... PRESIDENT BRESCIANI Dr. Jeremy Brekke, Conductor 2 P.M. Dr. H. Roald Lund ...... Hooded by Dr. Kenneth Grafton, Vice President for Doctor of Agriculture, Honoris Causa Agriculture, Food Systems, and Natural Resources PRESENTATION OF THE COLORS. . . . . NDSU AIR FORCE AND ARMY ROTC BATTALION

THE NATIONAL ANTHEM ...... THE STAR-SPANGLED BANNER, francis scott key CONFERRAL OF DEGREES ...... PRESIDENT BRESCIANI North Dakota State University Brass Ensemble Dr. Jeremy Brekke, Conductor Michael Fairbairn, Student Soloist PRESENTATION OF COLLEGES 10 A.M. Please remove your caps and remain standing until after the singing of the National Anthem. Graduate and Interdisciplinary Studies | pg. 9 ...... Dean Maria-Claudia Tomany Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences | pg. 17 ...... Dean Kent Sandstrom Engineering | pg. 27 ...... Dean Gary Smith WELCOME AND REMARKS ...... PRESIDENT BRESCIANI Human Development and Education | pg. 36 ...... Dean Margaret Fitzgerald University Studies | pg. 49...... Dean Kent Sandstrom 2 P.M. INTRODUCTION OF STUDENT SPEAKER...... DR . TIMOTHY ALVAREZ Agriculture, Food Systems, and Natural Resources | pg. 11.. Vice President, Dean and Director Kenneth Grafton Vice President for Student Affairs Business | pg. 23 ...... Dean Scott Beaulier Health Professions | pg. 31 ...... Dean Charles Peterson Science and Mathematics | pg. 43 ...... Dean Scott Wood STUDENT ADDRESS ...... JENNA MURPHY, Graduating Class Representative 10 a.m. ceremony COLETTE BERSIE, Graduating Class Representative REMARKS...... GOV . DOUG BURGUM 2 p.m. ceremony

CLOSING REMARKS...... PRESIDENT BRESCIANI

ADMINISTRATION OF OATH TO SECOND LIEUTENANT CANDIDATES...... LIEUTENANT COLONEL TED PREISTER NDSU SCHOOL SONG ...... THE YELLOW AND THE GREEN, minard-putnam Professor of Military Science, ARMY ROTC, North Dakota State University Brass Ensemble North Dakota State University Dr. Jeremy Brekke, Conductor Michael Fairbairn, Student Soloist

PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES RECESSIONAL...... THE CROWNING GLORY, alfred reed FOR DEGREES ...... DR . BETH INGRAM North Dakota State University Brass Ensemble Provost Dr. Jeremy Brekke, Conductor

Please remain seated until the recessional concludes. h. roald lund gov. doug burgum Honorary Doctorate in Agriculture

Doug Burgum, a North Dakota native and Alumnus H . Roald Lund is being honored as a highly successful business leader, was elected an agriculture visionary and for his outstanding governor on Nov . 8, 2016, in his first run service to NDSU . at public office . Burgum is the state’s 33rd governor . Lund is a North Dakota native who earned his bachelor’s degree in agronomy and agricultural He helped develop Great Plains Software education in 1955 and his master’s degree in from a startup company into a major tech firm agronomy in 1958 at what was then called with thousands of team members . He led the North Dakota Agricultural College . company as CEO through its initial public offering in 1997 and acquisition by Microsoft After military service, Lund was named an Corp . in 2001 . He remained at Microsoft as NDSU assistant professor of agronomy . He senior vice president through 2007 . earned his doctorate at Purdue University and returned to NDSU as an associate professor and Burgum also founded Kilbourne Group, corn geneticist . He became assistant dean of agriculture and assistant director of the North a real estate development firm that specializes in downtown projects . In addition, he Dakota Agricultural Experiment Station in 1969 . Lund then advanced to dean and director, co-founded Arthur Ventures, a venture capital firm that invests in innovative software a position he held for 15 years . companies . He remains committed to Arthur Companies Inc ,. a diversified agribusiness company founded by his grandparents in 1906, and a family ranching partnership in the Many important projects became reality through his leadership, including Hultz Hall, Van Badlands of western North Dakota . Es Laboratory, Robinson Hall, the North Dakota State Seed Department building, Loftsgard Hall, Industrial Agricultural Communications Center and the USDA-ARS Northern Crops He earned his bachelor’s degree in university studies from NDSU in 1978 and a Master Science Laboratory . of Business Administration degree from Stanford University in 1980 .

“His can-do attitude, his vision on the future trends in agriculture and his ability to In 2009, he was recognized with the Theodore Roosevelt Rough Rider Award, North convince others to support projects and programs benefitted the entire state . He laid the Dakota’s highest citizen honor . foundation on which we have attained continued success,” said Ken Grafton, vice president for agricultural affairs, dean of the College of Agriculture, Food Systems and Natural Burgum is married to Kathryn Helgaas Burgum and has two sons, Joe and Tom, and Resources and director of the North Dakota Agricultural Experiment Station . a daughter, Jesse .

“Dr . Lund and his wife, Janet, continue to be enthusiastic ambassadors for all things NDSU,” Neal Fisher, North Dakota Wheat Commission administrator, said . “Dr . Lund is very deserving of this great honor ”.

Lund received the 1998 Harvest Bowl Agribusiness Award, and the atrium of Loftsgard Hall atrium is named in his honor . The H . Roald and Janet Lund Excellence in Teaching Award is presented annually in the College of Agriculture, Food Systems and Natural Resources .

Lund retired from NDSU in December 1998, after more than 37 years as a teacher, researcher and administrator .

4 5 CANDIDATES FOR APPOINTMENT CLASS REPRESENTATIVE TO SECOND LIEUTENANT Jenna Murphy 10 A.M. CEREMONY Murphy graduated from Carrington, North Dakota, High School . She is receiving a Bachelor of DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY SCIENCE DEPARTMENT OF AEROSPACE Science degree with a major in English and minor in philosophy .An exemplary student, she has (ARMY ROTC) COMMISSIONEES STUDIES (AIR FORCE ROTC) taken an active role in a number of campus organizations . Murphy is a senior member, volunteer 10 A.M. CEREMONY COMMISSIONEES and event organizer for Sigma Tau Delta, the English honor society . She is a tutor at NDSU’s Center Kyle A. Bogart Rogers, Minnesota 10 A.M. CEREMONY for Writers, assisting students with specific writing and communication needs . In one project, she Tennessee Reserve Patrick A. Bergh Maple Grove, Minnesota worked with geology students in a discipline-specific project . She also is a member of Phi Kappa Matthew P. Bonn West Fargo, North Dakota Active Duty Phi honor society and a member of the Philosophy Club, where she enjoys discussing deeper Active Duty Joseph R. Heinen Richmond, Minnesota questions regarding metaphysical realties . She has presented research at the NDSU EXPLORE Devin R. Bykonen West Fargo, North Dakota Active Duty undergraduate conference, Red River Graduate Student Conference, Geological Society of Washington National Guard Tanner J. Otterness Park Rapids, Minnesota America’s national conference and the National Conference for Undergraduate Research . Murphy Gregory R. Conlin St . Paul, Minnesota Active Duty North Dakota National Guard will begin her pursuit of her master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling next fall . Travis G. Johnson Buffalo, Minnesota 2 P.M. CEREMONY North Dakota National Guard Reid B. Hessman Bismarck, North Dakota Colette Bersie 2 P.M. CEREMONY Active Duty Eric A. Moen Woodbury, Minnesota Bersie is a native of Delano, Minnesota . She is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree with majors Active Duty Jestin L. Jacobs Cold Spring, Minnesota Zachariah W. Moen Mitchell, South Dakota Active Duty in marketing and management with a certificate in professional selling .An outstanding student, she North Dakota National Guard Isaiah C. Nicolai New Rockford, North Dakota has been a student representative on the College of Business Dean’s Advisory Board, a member of Brett D. Turbeville Harris, Minnesota Active Duty Beta Gamma Sigma business honor society and she is co-founder and past president of Leading Minnesota National Guard Daniel A. Shira Ocala, Florida Edge, an NDSU College of Business organization . She also represented the college and the Active Duty Center for Professional Selling at numerous events for prospective students . In addition, Bersie was marketing officer and event director for the Gamma Nu chapter of Kappa Alpha Theta and is vice president of the Order of Omega Greek Honor Society . During her time at NDSU, she received four national scholarships from Kappa Alpha Theta . She also was a 2016 Homecoming Queen Court member . She has accepted a position as a marketing coordinator for Cargill in its Agricultural Supply Chain Division, where she’ll develop marketing strategies for grain marketing and risk management across North America .

SOLOIST

Michael Fairbairn Fairbairn, who is originally from La Grange, Illinois, studied under Robert Jones, professor of music, while pursuing his Bachelor of Music degree in vocal music education . He was a member of the Madrigal Singers and the NDSU Concert Choir, where he was featured as a soloist in Handel’s “Messiah ”. He also appeared in the NDSU Opera production of Gilbert and Sullivan’s “Trial by Jury,” Puccini’s “Gianni Schicchi” and Menotti’s “Amahl and the Night Visitors ”. Fairbairn was the chorus master for the NDSU production of “HMS Pinafore,” as well as a student conductor for the University Chamber Singers, Madrigal Singers and the Statesmen . He is a student composer, writing pieces premiered and performed by the NDSU Madrigal Singers, NDSU Concert Choir, Pennsylvania-based Princeton Singers and several Midwest regional high schools . Originally brought to NDSU on a football scholarship, Fairbairn spent five seasons with the Bison football team . He was a four-year starting nose guard and a team captain . Fairbairn also competed in track and field, earning a second place finish in shot put at the Summit League Indoor Championship . He also was a founding father of the NDSU Chapter of the Delta Tau Delta fraternity and a member of the Blue Key National Honor Society . Fairbairn also sang with the VocalEssence Ensemble Singers .

6 7 college of GRADUATE AND INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES

Candidates will be presented by Dean Maria-Claudia Tomany and marshaled by Dr. Jane Schuh and student marshal Bukola Bakare.

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY MASTER OF NATURAL RESOURCES Shireen Chikara Cellular and Molecular Biology MANAGEMENT Alwar, India Ted M. Preister Fargo, North Dakota B.S., North Dakota State University B.S., Colorado School of Mines M.S., North Dakota State University Chelsey M. Quiring Moorhead, Minnesota candidates for “Anticancer Mechanisms of Flaxseed and its B.A., Minnesota State University-Moorhead Derived Mammalian Lignan Enterolactone in Lung GRADUATE, Cancer” Adviser: Dr . Katie Reindl MASTER OF SCIENCE Jeremy W. Mattson Transportation and Logistics Eid A. Almutairi Sulaibiya, Saudi Arabia PROFESSIONAL Lake Park, Minnesota Materials and Nanotechnology B.A., University of Minnesota-Morris B.S., Kuwait University AND M.S., North Dakota State University Nicole B. CrutchfieldFargo, North Dakota “Innovative Approach to Estimating Demand for Natural Resources Management Intercity Bus Services in a Rural Environment” B.L.A., Kansas State University UNDERGRADUATE Adviser: Dr . Amiy Varma Boonsiri Dandumrongsin Mueang Samut Prakan, Md. Rezwanul Parvez Environmental and Thailand Conservation Science Environmental and Conservation Science DEGREES Khulna, Bangladesh B.S., Chulalongkorn University B.S.S., Khulna University Matthew R. Danzl St . Cloud, Minnesota M.S., South Dakota State University Natural Resources Management “Essays on Land Conversion, Crop Acreage Response, B.S., St. Cloud State University and Assessment of Conservation Practices” Nicholas S. Dusek West Fargo, North Dakota Adviser: Dr . David Ripplinger Genomics and Bioinformatics Papia F. Rozario Environmental and Conservation Science B.A., North Dakota State University Kolkata, India Hannah G. Erdmann Fargo, North Dakota B.S., University of Calcutta Environmental and Conservation Science M.S., University of Madras B.S., North Dakota State University “Quasi-Empirical and Spatio-Temporal Savannah J. Fritz Detroit Lakes, Minnesota Vulnerability Modeling of Environmental Risks Natural Resources Management Posed to a Watershed” B.S., North Dakota State University Adviser: Dr . Peter Oduor Matthew T. Frohlich Fargo, North Dakota Yong Wang Materials and Nanotechnology Materials and Nanotechnology Fargo, North Dakota B.S., University of North Dakota B.S., Lanzhou University Amy F. Gnoinsky Fargo, North Dakota “The Application of Carbon-Based Materials for Natural Resources Management Energy Storage Devices” B.S., North Dakota State University Adviser: Dr . Long Jiang Heather L. Inczauskis Bruce, Wisconsin Environmental and Conservation Science B.S., University of Wisconsin-Stout MASTER OF MANAGERIAL LOGISTICS Branden A. Kaste Grafton, North Dakota Jody C. Bohn Baldock Grandin, North Dakota Materials and Nanotechnology Transportation and Logistics B.S., University of North Dakota B.S., University of Mary Wyatt M. Mack Hope, North Dakota Nikki A. Braaten Williston, North Dakota Natural Resources Management Transportation and Logistics B.S., South Dakota State University B.S., St. Cloud State University Myungkeun OH Yuseong-gu, Republic of Korea Materials and Nanotechnology B.S., North Dakota State University

8 9 college of David A. Renton Fargo, North Dakota MASTER OF TRANSPORTATION Natural Resources Management AND URBAN SYSTEMS AGRICULTURE, FOOD SYSTEMS, B.S., North Dakota State University Viet Q. Doan Moorhead, Minnesota Sangita Shrestha Durham, North Carolina B.S., North Dakota State University Environmental and Conservation Science Adam R. Hufnagel Franklin, Pennsylvania AND NATURAL RESOURCES B.S., North Dakota State University B.A., Edinboro University of Pennsylvania Alexis A. Steinman Bismarck, North Dakota Ayman I. Mansour Fargo, North Dakota Natural Resources Management B.S., Applied Science University B.S., North Dakota State University Candidates will be presented by Dean Ken Grafton and marshaled by Dr. Marc Bauer and student marshal Kady Rath.

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY Jeng-Hung Liu Animal Science Tawakalit Tope Asiyanbi-Hammed Cereal Science Taichung, Taiwan Agunpopo, Nigeria B.S., National Chung Hsing University B.Tech., Federal University of Technology M.S., National Chaiyi University M.S., International Islamic University “Using Computer Vision System to Estimate “Characteristics of Yam Composite Flour: Pork Quality” Properties and Function of Bread and Tortilla Adviser: Dr . David Newman Making” Sepehr Mohajeri Naraghi Plant Sciences Adviser: Dr Senay Simsek Fargo, North Dakota Mitchell J. Bauske Plant Pathology B.S., Islamic Azad University Fargo, North Dakota M.S., Islamic Azad University B.S., North Dakota State University “Genetics of End-use Quality Characteristics “Parasitic Fitness of SDHI-Sensitive and -Resistant in Spring Wheat ( Triticum aestivum L .)” Isolates of Alternaria Solani” Adviser: Dr . Elias Elias Adviser: Dr . Neil C . Gudmestad Atena Oladzadabbasabadi Plant Sciences Alison R. Crane Animal Science Tehran, Iran Warrior, Alabama B.S., University of Tehran B.S., Berry College M.S., Isfahan University of Technology M.S., North Dakota State University “Genetic-Phenotype Confirmation of New Source “Reproductive and Nutritional Impacts of Dried for Grain Cadmium Accumulation in D041735 Distillers Grains with Solubles on Growing Rams Durum Line” and Feedlot Lambs” Adviser: Dr . Elias Elias Adviser: Dr . Christopher Schauer S. M. Hisam Rabbi Plant Sciences Lingzhu Deng Cereal Science Gazipur, Bangladesh Jishui, China B.S., Bangladesh Agricultural University B.S., Henan University of Technology M.S., Bangladesh Agricultural University M.S., Henan University of Technology “Drought Tolerance QTL Identification in Spring “Whole-Wheat Milling and Pasta Quality” Wheat of Northern USA” Adviser: Dr . Frank Manthey Adviser: Dr . Elias Elias Adam L. Edwinson Molecular Pathogenesis Dulan Samarappuli Plant Sciences Fargo, North Dakota Fargo, North Dakota B.S., Minnesota State University-Mankato B.S., University of Colombo “Glycan Triggers of Life Cycle Development in the M.S., North Dakota State University Apicomplexan Parasite Cryptosporidium” “Sustainable Cropping Systems for Food, Feed, and Adviser: Dr . John McEvoy Energy Production” Danielle M. Fiebelkorn Wrucke Plant Sciences Adviser: Dr . Marisol Berti Baxter, Minnesota Subidhya Shrestha Plant Pathology B.S., North Dakota State University Chitwan, Nepal M.S., North Dakota State University B.S., Tribhuvan University “Genetic Analysis of Frost Tolerance in Rapeseed/ “Histology of Spot Blotch Infection in Barley, Canola (Brassica napus L )”. QTL Mapping of Resistance to Fusarium Head Adviser: Dr . Mukhlsur Rahman Blight, and Characterization of Root Rot Diseases Aaron L. Field Range Science in Wheat” Rothsay, Minnesota Adviser: Dr . Shaobin Zhong B.S., Jamestown College Shyam Solanki Plant Pathology M.S., North Dakota State University Jabalpur, India “Influences of Cattle Grazing and Black-tailed Prairie B.S., A. N. G. Ranga Agricultural University Dog Activity on Northern Mixed Prairie Plants” M.S., South Asian University Adviser: Dr . Kevin Sedivec “Dissecting the Molecular Mechanism Behind the rpg4/rpg5 Locus Resistance in Barley Against Stem Rust Pathogen ”. Adviser: Dr . Robert S . Brueggeman

10 11 Prabin Tamang Plant Pathology Emma C. Kusick Plymouth, Minnesota BACHELOR OF SCIENCE James W. Burkett Dayton, Minnesota Fargo, North Dakota Microbiology Daniel D. Afryl Lake Villa, Illinois Agricultural Economics M.S., South Dakota State University B.S., North Dakota State University Food Safety Rebecca A. Butenhoff Barnesville, Minnesota B.S., Tribhuvan University, Nepal Xiao Lai Runan, China Alexander K. Anderson Fergus Falls, Minnesota Equine Science “Genetic Mapping of Net Blotch Resistance Plant Pathology Crop and Weed Sciences Adam D. Carlson Williston, North Dakota in Barley” B.A., South China Agricultural University Ashley N. Anderson Detroit Lakes, Minnesota General Agriculture Adviser: Dr . Robert Brueggeman Daniel J. Landman Northwood, North Dakota Animal Science Jaden M. Carlson Pipestone, Minnesota Agribusiness and Applied Economics Danielle N. Anderson Hardin, Montana Microbiology B.S., North Dakota State University Veterinary Technology ••• Mariom A. Carvajal Morales Vina del Mar, Chile+ MASTER OF SCIENCE Codee Z. Lee Velva, North Dakota Erin E. Anderson Belgrade, Minnesota Microbiology Cassie A. Anderson Excelsior, Minnesota Plant Sciences Animal Science Jana M. Clark Fargo, North Dakota Cereal Science B.S., North Dakota State University Kayla L. Anderson Coon Rapids, Minnesota+ Animal Science B.S., North Dakota State University Yingya Li Heze, China Veterinary Technology Jake R. Cleys Champlin, Minnesota Sarah L. Anderson Minneapolis, Minnesota Cereal Science Nathan M. Anderson Belview, Minnesota Natural Resources Management Range Science B.S., Shandong Agricultural University Agricultural Systems Management Carly J. Copenhaver Carrington, North Dakota B.S., University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Yu Liu Wuzhou, China Miranda H. Arelt Bethel Park, Pennsylvania Animal Science Cayla R. Bendel Lakeville, Minnesota Cereal Science Animal Science Alexis G. Craig Rothsay, Minnesota Range Science B.S., North Dakota State University Equine Science Animal Science B.S., University of Minnesota-Crookston Charithara R. Lokumana Nugegoda, Sri Lanka Cristina A. Armstrong Northfield, Minnesota+ • Atarah F. Crawford Littlerock, Washington Alan Bingham Kennewick, Washington Entomology Animal Science Veterinary Technology Plant Sciences B.S., North Dakota State University ••• Madeline J. Arneson Mandan, North Dakota Brady J. Crockett Langdon, North Dakota B.A., Utah State University Elizabeth A. Lovering Green Bay, Wisconsin Microbiology General Agriculture Sarah A. Braaten Fargo, North Dakota Plant Sciences •• Martin C. Ausk Wheatland, North Dakota Hillary S. Cudmore Fosston, Minnesota Range Science B.S., North Dakota State University Crop and Weed Sciences Veterinary Technology B.S., North Dakota State University Andrew B. Lueck Renville, Minnesota Amber C. Balfe Kilkenny, Minnesota Alexander R. Curtis Fallbrook, California John S. Breker Rutland, North Dakota Plant Sciences Agribusiness Agricultural Economics Soil Science B.S., North Dakota State University Mackenzie K. Bartsch Maple Grove, Minnesota+ Adam F. Dean Velva, North Dakota B.S., North Dakota State University Nicholas J. Metz Browns Valley, Minnesota Veterinary Technology Animal Science Patricia A. Cabas Luhmann Fargo, North Dakota Plant Pathology ••• Samantha J. Batzlaff Fergus Falls, Minnesota+ Matthew R. Douglas Edina, Minnesota Plant Sciences B.S., North Dakota State University Veterinary Technology Agricultural Economics B.S., Universidad de Concepcion Mohammad Hasan Mobarok Chittagong, Bangladesh Benjamin C. Bauer Lino Lakes, Minnesota Kasey P. Dressler Richardton, North Dakota Woo-Sik Choi Goyang, Republic of Korea Agribusiness and Applied Economics Natural Resources Management Agricultural Economics Animal Sciences B.B.A., Dhaka University • Matthew J. Baumler Chaffee, North Dakota Mitchell R. Dufour Rosemount, Minnesota B.S., North Dakota State University Blaine L. Novak Fargo, North Dakota Agricultural Economics Crop and Weed Sciences Jessica A. Christianson Moorhead, Minnesota Animal Science ••• Bailey J. Bechtold Big Lake, Minnesota Jacob W. Dummer Sartell, Minnesota Soil Science B.S., North Dakota State University Microbiology Natural Resources Management B.S., North Dakota State University Jennifer L. Odom Gloucester, Virginia Haylee J. Beehler Mandan, North Dakota David M. Ehlers Elbow Lake, Minnesota Calli R. Feland Minot, North Dakota Plant Pathology Animal Science Agricultural Economics Plant Sciences B.S., Virginia State University Derek T. Benson Osseo, Minnesota • Miranda J. Ellingson Oakes, North Dakota B.S., North Dakota State University Samantha S. Ritter Sauk Centre, Minnesota Sports and Urban Turfgrass Management Veterinary Technology Paul T. Fenlason Sartell, Minnesota Soil Science Natalie J. Berg Lino Lakes, Minnesota ••• Brita M. Enderson Wahpeton, North Dakota Cereal Science B.S., Southwest Minnesota State University Range Science Agribusiness B.S., North Dakota State University. Rose M. Somers Fargo, North Dakota •• Tallen K. Berg Nortonville, North Dakota Accounting Kueh Fei Fernandez Kuching, Malaysia Animal Science Crop and Weed Sciences Michael A. Enfield Oak Grove, Minnesota Cereal Science B.S., Prairie View A&M University John M. Berthold Mayville, North Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences B.S., North Dakota State University Ethan D. Sweep Fosston, Minnesota Agricultural Economics ••• Bethany A. Erickson Roseau, Minnesota Hettige S. Fernando Kalutara, Sri Lanka Plant Sciences ••• Charles J. Beske Fargo, North Dakota Agricultural Economics Cereal Science B.S., North Dakota State University Economics Austin A. Espe Fargo, North Dakota B.S., University of Sri Jayewardenepura Chryseis T. Tvedt Danvers, Minnesota Finance Microbiology Lindsey R. Forward Oakes, North Dakota Plant Pathology Lindsey A. Bjorgan Detroit Lakes, Minnesota Kayla A. Feiring McHenry, North Dakota Plant Sciences B.S., Southwest Minnesota State University Equine Science Range Science B.S., North Dakota State University Yan Wang Xining, China Levi J. Black Towner, North Dakota Paige A. Feist Napoleon, North Dakota Michelle A. Gilley Ayr, North Dakota Agribusiness and Applied Economics Animal Science Range Science Plant Pathology B.S., Southeast University Brian D. Blasey Ada, Minnesota Grant R. Fischer Fargo, North Dakota B.S., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Yujuan Wang Fargo, North Dakota General Agriculture Biotechnology Tracy K. Hillenbrand Kandiyohi, Minnesota Cereal Science Brittany L. Bloch Bertha, Minnesota Dalton D. Flaagan Tolna, North Dakota Plant Sciences B.S., Xi’an Academy of Fine Arts Microbiology Crop and Weed Sciences B.S., North Dakota State University •• Sydney B. Bork Fargo, North Dakota Keshia S. Flemmer Zap, North Dakota Samantha K. Hogstad Blue Earth, Minnesota Microbiology Animal Science Plant Sciences BACHELOR OF ARTS Nicholas P. Breidenbach Napoleon, North Dakota Taylor A. Fox Laurel, Montana B.S., North Dakota State University •• Jacob B. Mueller Fargo, North Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences Animal Science Courtney J. Holdt Pulaski, Wisconsin Economics • Mariah J. Brooks Bowman, North Dakota+ • Kendall R. Frahm New Rockford, North Dakota Plant Sciences Veterinary Technology Agricultural Economics B.S., University of Wisconsin-Madison Kristin G. Brown Great Falls, Montana Benjamin J. Frieler Long Prairie, Minnesota Vaidehi M. Koladia Fargo, North Dakota Equine Science General Agriculture Plant Pathology Anthony C. Buche Oakdale, Minnesota+ Thomas D. Friesz New Salem B.S., Gujarat University Food Science Agricultural Economics

12 • Cum Laude •• Magna Cum Laude ••• Summa Cum Laude + Summer Candidate 13 Kainoa M. Gathje Rochester, Minnesota Andrew G. Jepson Oakes, North Dakota Sara J. Lien Lisbon, North Dakota ••• John E. Nienhuis Lawton, North Dakota Food Science Agricultural Economics Animal Science General Agriculture Food Safety Kaleb N. Jeske West Fargo, North Dakota • Chandra D. Lillis St . Cloud, Minnesota Jordan M. Nitschke Jud, North Dakota Jordan T. Geurtz Willmar, Minnesota Agricultural Economics Food Science Crop and Weed Sciences Agribusiness •• Alexandra D. Joersz Mandan, North Dakota+ Houston H. Lindell Jamestown, North Dakota Austin N. Norby Benson, Minnesota Taylor D. Glasow Davenport, North Dakota+ Veterinary Technology Crop and Weed Sciences Agribusiness Agricultural Economics • Brooke L. Johnson Alberta, Minnesota+ Matthew S. Lingo Buffalo, Minnesota Lucas J. Nord Wolverton, Minnesota+ • Cole L. Goetz Mandan, North Dakota Agricultural Economics Agribusiness Animal Science Economics Bryce A. Johnson Ada, Minnesota Luke D. Littel Maple Grove, Minnesota Angela K. Norwig Hampton, Minnesota ••• Nathaniel P. Greseth Hillsboro, North Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences Natural Resources Management Equine Science Animal Science Maria D. Johnson Pelican Rapids, Minnesota Edward C. Lloyd Northwood, North Dakota Animal Science Scott D. Gorder Grafton, North Dakota Animal Science Crop and Weed Sciences Ryan S. O’Gara Eagan, Minnesota Agricultural Economics ••• Nicholas K. Johnson Annandale, Minnesota Tyler J. Lothspeich Muscatine, Iowa Food Safety Walker R. GriffinFargo, North Dakota Agribusiness Economics Brittany A. Olson Farmington, Minnesota Economics Tylor B. Johnson Fergus Falls, Minnesota Alexa L. Lystad Rolette, North Dakota Animal Science Logan W. Haberstroh Mott, North Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences Crop and Weed Sciences •• Dan O. Olson Mandan, North Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences Rebecca N. Juhl Drayton, North Dakota Dalton R. Magill Verona, North Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences Lucas R. Halbakken Pelican Rapids, Minnesota Animal Science Crop and Weed Sciences • Marissa M. Olson East Bethle, Minnesota+ Agricultural Systems Management Amy R. Juhnke San Diego, California Joline A. Manikowski Geneseo, North Dakota Veterinary Technology Abdullahi A. Hashi Pelican Rapids, Minnesota Equine Science Equine Science Brandon G. Ostby Gardner, North Dakota Agricultural Systems Management Aaron M. Kamrowski Fergus Falls, Minnesota Animal Science General Agriculture Andrew J. Haugen Hannaford, North Dakota Natural Resources Management Grant A. Manock Wahpeton, North Dakota •• Megan S. Ostrand Stillwater, Minnesota Crop and Weed Sciences Justice P. Keefauver Cold Spring, Minnesota General Agriculture Natural Resources Management Anthony J. Hausladen Waverly, Minnesota Agribusiness Timothy N. Mans Little Canada, Minnesota Matthew W. Otto Ivanhoe, Minnesota Crop and Weed Sciences Taylor S. Kemper Herman, Minnesota Sports and Urban Turfgrass Management General Agriculture Garrett L. Hayen Cogswell, North Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences Austin D. Markel Hoople, North Dakota Siv K. Palmer New Brighton, Minnesota Agricultural Economics Grant S. Kessel Belfield, North Dakota Agricultural Economics Animal Science •• Andrianna L. Hayes Stillwater, Minnesota Agricultural Systems Management Cody J. Matthees Lake Park, Minnesota • Jillian G. Patrie Moorhead, Minnesota Animal Science ••• Taylor D. Ketterling Wishek, North Dakota Horticulture Horticulture Jacob D. Heiling Blaine, Minnesota Crop and Weed Sciences Saywala W. Massah Monrovia, Liberia Matthew A. Peterson Wimbledon, North Dakota Microbiology Katie R. King Kenmare, North Dakota Microbiology Crop and Weed Sciences Matthew J. Hejna Mound, Minnesota Veterinary Technology Zachary L. Mayo Mather, Manitoba Jordan J. Poehls Sabin, Minnesota Economics • Morgan L. Kirschenmann Fargo, North Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences Agricultural Systems Management Robert J. Helming Fargo, North Dakota Veterinary Technology Casey P. McCarty Blaine, Minnesota Mitchel J. Polzin Glencoe, Minnesota Natural Resources Management •• Jesse D. Klebe Willow City, North Dakota Economics Agricultural Economics Jared M. Helstad Williston, North Dakota Agricultural Economics Bryce J. Messner McVille, North Dakota Rebecca L. Prasch Lino Lakes, Minnesota Agricultural Systems Management Dillon R. Knight West Fargo, North Dakota Agricultural Economics Equine Science Cole M. Hendrickson Carrington, North Dakota Economics Mickinzie M. Metz Browns Valley, Minnesota Dakota R. Quimby Forest Lake, Minnesota Crop and Weed Sciences • Kathleen A. Kranda West Fargo, North Dakota Microbiology Food Science ••• Austin J. Hewitt Carrington, North Dakota Animal Science ••• Benjamin S. Middendorf Sauk Centre, Minnesota Food Safety Microbiology Mariah R. Kringlie Fargo, North Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences Cody J. Rainford Lakeville, Minnesota Matthew P. Hillesland Aneta, North Dakota Economics Cody J. Midthun Long Prairie, Minnesota Natural Resources Management Agricultural Economics Ellie M. Kronberg Ellendale, North Dakota Animal Science Emergency Management David P. Hinrichs Bloomington, Minnesota Natural Resources Management •• Nolan M. Miles Maple Grove, Minnesota Luke A. Ressler Cooperstown, North Dakota Food Science Maggie M. Kvaale West Fargo, North Dakota+ Microbiology Crop and Weed Sciences Garret A. Hoffman Munich, North Dakota Vetereinary Technology Tony J. Minihan Jamestown, North Dakota ••• Robert J. Richter Menoken, North Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences Erik A. Laber Jamestown, North Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences Agricultural Economics • Elizabeth M. Holland Donnelly, Minnesota Horticulture Haley F. Moch Bismarck, North Dakota Ariana M. Rinell Mountain Iron, Minnesota+ Agribusiness Eric J. Lagge Hazen, North Dakota Animal Science Veterinary Technology Andreas J. Holm Crosby, North Dakota Agribusiness Christopher J. Molitor Cold Spring, Minnesota Tyler J. Rock Olivia, Minnesota Agricultural Systems Management • Caleb N. Laney New Rockford, North Dakota Microbiology Crop and Weed Sciences Kaylyn E. Hopfauf Mandan, North Dakota Microbiology Allison L. Monsen Watford City, North Dakota • Nolan T. Rockstad Ada, Minnesota Horticulture • Jacob M. Lardy West Fargo, North Dakota Agricultural Economics Crop and Weed Sciences • Taylor R. Horner Moorhead, Minnesota+ Range Science Chance L. Moran Bowman, North Dakota Jordan A. Rolstad Sisseton, South Dakota Veterinary Technology •• Brooks K. Larson Cando, North Dakota Agricultural Systems Management Agribusiness Gabel R. Hoseth Mahnomen, Minnesota Agribusiness Justin E. Mueller Cummings, North Dakota Elizabeth G. Rongen Fertile, Minnesota Agricultural Systems Management •• Heidi A. Larson Wahpeton, North Dakota Agricultural Systems Management Crop and Weed Sciences Cheryl E. Hosie Fargo, North Dakota Microbiology Landon D. Mund Milnor, North Dakota ••• Jared D. Rosaaen Lambert, Montana Microbiology Nicholas C. Larson Harwood, North Dakota+ Agricultural Economics General Agriculture • Celena J. Hulst Salol, Minnesota Agricultural Economics Jeffrey W. Neil Pine Island, Minnesota Reilee A. Ruliffson Harwood, North Dakota General Agriculture Shelby L. Larson Cleveland, North Dakota Agricultural Economics Agribusiness Ruth E. Ihry Valley City, North Dakota Natural Resources Management Betty J. Nellen Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin • Nathaniel P. Rykerd Colorado Springs, Colorado Agribusiness Elli K. Lemm Hillsboro, North Dakota Equine Science Natural Resources Management Jacob P. Jacobson Max, North Dakota Agricultural Economics Spanish Brady A. Sahr Kindred, North Dakota Agricultural Systems Management ••• Daniel G. Lengowski Mandan, North Dakota Jordan P. Nelson Cosmos, Minnesota Crop and Weed Sciences Kimberly M. Jacobson Finley, North Dakota Animal Science Agricultural Economics Nicholas F. Salentine Fargo, North Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences Alex M. Liebe Milbank, South Dakota Alex D. Nielsen New England, North Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences Crop and Weed Sciences Agricultural Economics

14 • Cum Laude •• Magna Cum Laude ••• Summa Cum Laude + Summer Candidate • Cum Laude •• Magna Cum Laude ••• Summa Cum Laude + Summer Candidate 15 college of Kelly T. Satrom Galesburg, North Dakota Khang T. Tao Fargo, North Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences Economics ARTS, HUMANITIES Blake W. Satterlie Evansville, Minnesota •• Sarah J. Thiel Hankinson, North Dakota Agricultural Systems Management Agribusiness •• Hayley L. Sauber Hampton, Minnesota Gregory E. Thompson Sharon, North Dakota AND SOCIAL SCIENCES Equine Science Crop and Weed Sciences Animal Science Ryan M. Thompson Kindred, North Dakota • Nicholas N. Scarberry Fargo, North Dakota Agricultural Systems Management Microbiology • Stafford L. Thompson Brainerd, Minnesota Candidates will be presented by Dean Kent Sandstrom and marshaled by Dr. Michael Weber and Jared M. Schaefer Thief River Falls, Minnesota Crop and Weed Sciences student marshal Alexandra Sander. Crop and Weed Sciences Wyatt C. Thompson Antler, North Dakota • Patrick D. Schaffer Millerville, Minnesota Crop and Weed Sciences Agricultural Economics Andrew T. Torkelson Grafton, North Dakota Sigrid J. Scheid Hazen, North Dakota General Agriculture DOCTOR OF MUSICAL ARTS Samantha L. Montano Emergency Management Animal Science Samantha S. Torvik Horace, North Dakota + Amy K. Mercer Music Saco, Maine Richard A. Schill Cando, North Dakota Veterinary Technology Fargo, North Dakota B.S., Loyola University Crop and Weed Sciences Ryan G. Tufte Wedowee, Alabama B.M., Concordia College M.S., North Dakota State University, Veronica M. Schindler Wells, Minnesota Crop and Weed Sciences M.M., Ohio University “Establishing a Foundation for Factors Related To Equine Science Ryan G. Twedt Lakota, North Dakota “Overlooked but Not Forgotten: A Study of Response and Recovery Volunteer Engagement Michelle A. Schlafmann Bismarck, North Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences 24 Preludes for Piano, Op . 17 (1892) by Felix In East Texas 2016” Microbiology Jason J. Umlauf Underwood, Minnesota Blumenfeld (1863-1931)” Adviser: Dr . Jessica Jensen Kala A. Schleif St . Francis, Minnesota Soil Science Adviser: Dr . Robert Groves Tatjana Schell Rhetoric, Writing and Culture Animal Science Adam H. Undlin Lansford, North Dakota Tyler J. Raad Music Bamberg, Germany Levi C. Schlosser Mandan, North Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences Spearfish, South Dakota M.A., Ludwig Maximilian University Microbiology Adrianus C. Van Bedaf Carrington, North Dakota B.S., Black Hills State University “Dear Children, Jacob and Amalieâ: A Rhetorical Rachel M. Schmaltz Rugby, North Dakota Animal Science M.M., North Dakota State University Analysis of Letters from Russia to a Volga German Agricultural Economics Katie J. Vculek Crete, North Dakota “Art Songs by French Composers on Subjects Immigrant Couple in the American Midwest” Christine M. Schmidt West Fargo, North Dakota Agricultural Economics + Related to Venice, with Particular Emphasis on Adviser: Dr . Dale Sullivan Veterinary Technology Emily A. Vikla Lonsdale, Minnesota Reynaldo Hahns (1874-1947) Venezia (1901)” Matthew B. Warner Rhetoric, Writing and Culture Nathan S. Schmidt St .Anthony, North Dakota Equine Science Adviser: Dr .Virginia Sublett Fargo, North Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences Nicholas E. Vipond Norcross, Minnesota Jeffrey C. Stone II Music B.A., Minnesota State University-Moorhead Austin F. Schoon Clinton, Minnesota Crop and Weed Sciences Bardstown, Kentucky M.A., North Dakota State University Agricultural Economics Jonathan C. Vollmer Elk River, Minnesota •• B.A., Western Kentucky University “Zoomable Assessment: Navigating the Ecologies Harry R. Schulz West Fargo, North Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences M.M., Campbellsville University of Writing and Assessment” Agricultural Economics Colin J. Waldera Rolla, North Dakota “The Social and Cultural Implications for the Adviser: Dr . Kevin Brooks Patrick A. Schumacher Linton, North Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences Performance of Concert Spirituals of Robert Rebecca West Rhetoric, Writing and Culture Animal Science Michael D. Wanlass Woodbury, Minnesota Nathaniel Dett (1882-1943) and William Dawson Verona, North Dakota Mckenzi R. Shelton Otsego, Minnesota Economics (1899-1990)” B.A., North Dakota State University Biotechnology History Adviser: Dr . Michael Weber M.L.A., Minnesota State University Moorhead August R. Shockman Bismarck, North Dakota • Phillip W. Wanner Wishek, North Dakota “Natural Flavors: Rhetorical Stories of Food Labels” General Agriculture Crop and Weed Sciences Adviser: Dr . Dale Sullivan Jacob W. Shreffler Hudson, Wisconsin Taylor A. Waugh Goodhue, Minnesota DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY Animal Science Crop and Weed Sciences Justin M. Atwell Rhetoric, Writing and Culture Merrill P. Silver Corcoran, Minnesota Cecilia J. Wehde St . Micheal, Alaska + Fargo, North Dakota MASTER OF ARCHITECTURE Equine Science Veterinary Technology B.A., North Dakota State University Nathan D. Almen Little Falls, Minnesota Mark A. Simonson Fargo, North Dakota Alyssa M. Wehri Hebron, North Dakota •• + M.A., Iowa State University B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University Economics Veterinary Technology “In This Together: Consubstantial Ethos in Writing Samantha J. Baierl Hudson, Wisconsin Alexander W. Skjefte Moorhead, Minnesota Kirsten N. Welinski Little Falls, Minnesota in the Sciences Classrooms” B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University Crop and Weed Sciences Animal Science Adviser: Dr . Miriam Mara Gretta B. Berens Shakopee, Minnesota Mary E. Skjervheim Nekoma, North Dakota Lucas J. Wertish Olivia, Minnesota ••• Kelli J. Chromey Communication B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University Horticulture Crop and Weed Sciences Brookings, South Dakota Nicholas J. Braaksma Bozeman, Montana Maggie L. Smith Bismarck, North Dakota Jeremy R. Wirtz Underwood, North Dakota • •• B.A., St. Catherine University B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University Veterinary Technology Agricultural Systems Management M.S., South Dakota State University Jorgen D. Brandt Eyota, Minnesota Grant A. Spokely Hillsboro, North Dakota Adam J. Wishek Ashley, North Dakota “Educating the Impostor Phenomenon” B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University Agribusiness Agricultural Economics Adviser: Dr . Pamela Lutgen-Sandvik Christopher D. Carter Osage, Minnesota Kara L. Stegner Amidon, North Dakota Shelby J. Wunderlich Voltaire, North Dakota • Emory S. Daniel Communication B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University Veterinary Technology Microbiology Fargo, North Dakota Kristin M. Clarksean New York Mills, Minnesota Charles L. Steinberger Kenmare, North Dakota Qionghuan Ye Zhejiang, China B.S., Appalachian State University B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University Agribusiness Food Safety M.A., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Sean J. Colbert Lake Park, Minnesota Martin J. Stumpf Harvey, North Dakota Verlin C. Zacharias Kathryn, North Dakota “Cloudy with a Chance of Endorsements: Analyzing B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University Natural Resources Management Agricultural Economics Taylor’s Strategy Wheel and Parasocial Interactions Ashley C. Crow Bloomington, Minnesota Bo W. Summerfield Austin, Minnesota Brooks E. Zenker Gackle, North Dakota with Purchasing Intentions through Vaping” B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University Animal Science Animal Science Advisers: Dr . David Westerman and Dr . Elizabeth Robert G. Darling Fergus Falls, Minnesota Samuel D. Swanson Fosston, Minnesota Muxin Zhao Beijing, China •• Crawford B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University Agricultural Economics Food Safety Nathan T. Eversman Maple Grove, Minnesota • Sophie G. Syvertsen Abercrombie, North Dakota B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University Crop and Weed Sciences Chase T. Fjelstad Duluth, Minnesota B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University

16 • Cum Laude •• Magna Cum Laude ••• Summa Cum Laude + Summer Candidate 17 Austin J. Foss Hatton, North Dakota Anna M. Munns Fargo, North Dakota BACHELOR OF ARTS BACHELOR OF MUSIC B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University Anthropology Michael R. Black Fargo, North Dakota Christian A. Boechler Bismarck, North Dakota David N. Fyre Portland, North Dakota B.A., University of Minnesota-Twin Cities History ••• Benjamin M. Court Fargo, North Dakota B.S., North Dakota State University Jordan R. Olson Elbow Lake, Minnesota ••• Aaron J. Codden Big Lake, Minnesota •• Taylor A. Eichinger Columbus, Minnesota Jacob T. Haack Maple Grove, Minnesota English Spanish •• Carissa J. Eikom Eagan, Minnesota B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University B.S., Northern Michigan University International Studies Michael J. Fairbairn Lagrange, Illinois Diedrich A. Harms Bismarck, North Dakota Steven D. Petherbridge Fargo, North Dakota Anna M. Determan Excelsior, Minnesota+ Eric C. Harlow South Riding, Virginia B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University English Philosophy/Humanities Eric M. Longnecker Murrieta, California Allison M. Hatcher Sioux Falls, South Dakota B.S., Valley City State University Kurt H. Eggers Fargo, North Dakota •• Jennifer L. Mickels Fargo, North Dakota B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University Emilee C. Ruhland Snoqualmie, Washington English •• Taylor A. Peterson St . Paul, Minnesota Jacob A. Hinrichs Scandia, Minnesota English Emmanuel E. Emli Yala, Cross River State, Nigeria+ ••• Theresa L. Schlangen Fargo, North Dakota B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University B.A., North Dakota State University Political Science ••• Benton D. Schmidt Fargo, North Dakota Joshua T. Highley St . Paul, Minnesota Sarah R. Silvernail Lisbon, North Dakota Nichoal R. Gordon Jamestown, North Dakota Ian N. Sherwood Grand Forks, North Dakota B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University English History Catharine L. Vetter West Fargo, North Dakota Kara N. Iliff Thief River Falls, Minnesota B.S.Ed, Valley City State University • Samantha L. Hamernick Lino Lakes, Minnesota Tyrie R. Williams Rockford, Minnesota B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University Bryce D. Tellmann Fargo, North Dakota English Emma M. Youngquist Maple Grove, Minnesota Alexander P. Jansen Clearwater, Minnesota Speech Communication Brady M. Hamre Thief River Falls, Minnesota B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University B.A., Concordia University-Nebraska History Natalia A. Jara Fargo, North Dakota Melissa J. Harms Fargo, North Dakota+ BACHELOR OF SCIENCE B.S., University of Utah Strategic Communication Jacee D. Aaseth Velva, North Dakota Elliott J. Klinger West Fargo, North Dakota MASTER OF MUSIC Ashley R. Hegeholz Moorhead, Minnesota Strategic Communication B.S., North Dakota State University Kendra Iversen Sidney, Montana English Abdulla A. Alezyoudi Washington, D .C . Nicholas R. Lunde Minnetonka, Minnesota B.S., Black Hills State University Luke J. Hoplin Grand Forks, North Dakota Emergency Management B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University Sarah Reichel Fargo, North Dakota Music Karah E. Anderson Stillwater, Minnesota Richard J. Maas Rochester, Minnesota B.M., University of North Dakota Shelby C. Krech Huron, South Dakota Strategic Communication B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University Kathryn A. Rolf Fargo, North Dakota Management Communication •• Cassandra L. Baasch Oriska, North Dakota Amy A. McDonald Fargo, North Dakota B.A., Concordia University • Evan S. Morgenson Bismarck, North Dakota Art B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University Samantha R. Steffan Dickinson, North Dakota History Art Education Bailey R. Nelson Stacy, Minnesota B.M., North Dakota State University •• Aloysia C. Pfeiffer Fargo, North Dakota Mykayla J. Banyai Minnetrista, Minnesota B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University Janel J. Trosvig Fergus Falls, Minnesota Music Strategic Communication Dylan T. Neururer Motley, Minnesota B.A., University of Minnesota-Morris Jacob P. Sells Chisago City, Minnesota Sierra M. Baumgart Milbank, South Dakota B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University Political Science Management Communication Paolo J. Pardo Golden Valley, Minnesota ••• Andrew B. Wolf Bismarck, North Dakota Brandon J. Berg Caledonia, North Dakota B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University MASTER OF SCIENCE Philosophy/Humanities Strategic Communication Kellen J. Plutowski Grand Forks, North Dakota Kurukulasuriya T. Arseculeratne Negombo, Sri Lanka English Austin R. Bigwood Cavalier, North Dakota B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University Sociology Criminal Justice Ian J. Schimke Bismarck, North Dakota B.A., Minnesota State University-Moorhead • Abigail A. Black Williston, North Dakota B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University Linsey A. Belisle Gearhart, Oregon BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS Criminal Justice Thomas R. Schmidt Minot, North Dakota Criminal Justice Daniel O. Ajak Stillwater, Minnesota Kathryn M. Blazek Rochester, Minnesota B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University B.A., Northwest Christian University Theatre Arts Sociology Aaron L. Schuldt Valley City, North Dakota Jenna L. Borseth Fargo, North Dakota Joseph D. Brauer The Pas, Manitoba Ty A. Bloom Taylor, North Dakota B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University Criminal Justice Theatre Arts Strategic Communication Emily A. Severson Roseau, Minnesota B.A., Minnesota State University-Moorhead •• James A. Koenig Fargo, North Dakota • Brielle M. Boeckel Detroit Lakes, Minnesota B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University Ann L. Brooks Roseville, Minnesota Theatre Arts Journalism Emerson H. Smith Duluth, Minnesota Speech Communication ••• Yeseul Lee Suji-gu Yongin, Korea Matthew P. Bonn West Fargo, North Dakota B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University B.A., Concordia College-Moorhead Art Criminal Justice Leah B. Stokes Horace, North Dakota Mitchell B. Calkins Fargo, North Dakota Grace C. Olson Snowmass Village, Colorado Christopher L. Brakke Moorhead, Minnesota B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University Sociology Art Management Communication Dylan C. Sullivan Ramsey, Minnesota B.S., North Dakota State University Kingsley W. Permenter Fargo, North Dakota Nicholas M. Breault Cottage Grove, Minnesota B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University Amber N. Lien Fargo, North Dakota Art English Aaron R. Warner Prior Lake, Minnesota History •• Kaitlin E. Ridl Dickinson, North Dakota • Lucas A. Brown Carrington, North Dakota B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University B.S., Dickinson State University Art Journalism Kristine K. Wentworth Lakeville, Minnesota Allison A. Noe Sauk Centre, Minnesota Alec P. Bruns New Hope, Minnesota B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University Criminal Justice Emergency Management Ishanka A. Wimaladharma Colombo, Sri Lanka B.A., St. Cloud State University BACHELOR OF LANDSCAPE •• Lindsay J. Campbell Fertile, Minnesota B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University Andrea M. Rapp Fargo, North Dakota ARCHITECTURE Strategic Communication Alyssa M. Zachman Holdingford, Minnesota Criminal Justice Genya Egawa Sapporo, Japan Wendy L. Christiansen Kindred, North Dakota B.S.Arch., North Dakota State University B.A., St. Cloud State University Journalism •• Justin P. Flynn Casper, Wyoming Tia Simanovic Zagreb, Croatia Ryan M. Heid Elk River, Minnesota ••• Kali L. Christianson Cavalier, North Dakota Criminal Justice Strategic Communication ••• Alysa L. Horn Champlin, Minnesota MASTER OF ARTS B.S., Tribhuvan University Alma E. Le Baron Chihuahua, Mexico Katelyn M. Czichotzki Moorhead, Minnesota+ Samantha R. Howard Twin Valley, Minnesota Ella R. Swenson Wing, North Dakota Strategic Communication •• Hannah E. Roach Wheatland, North Dakota History Criminal Justice Courteney M. Dame Fargo, North Dakota • Catherine A. Rouillard Elk River, Minnesota B.A., Gustavus Adolphus College B.S., North Dakota State University Women and Gender Studies Steven K. Schalau Rochester, Minnesota Karl E. Larson Gardner, North Dakota Vanessa Waller Fargo, North Dakota Donald S. DeJong Sioux Falls, South Dakota Emily E. Schoenrock Maple Grove, Minnesota History Criminal Justice Sociology Sarah J. Schwalba Blaine, Minnesota B.S., North Dakota State University B.S., Montana State University-Billings Samira A. Dennis Minot, North Dakota Corey K. Smith Rosemount, Minnesota • Political Science

18 • Cum Laude •• Magna Cum Laude ••• Summa Cum Laude + Summer Candidate 19 Kelsey A. Dirks Plymouth, Minnesota+ • Matthew J. Henry Cottage Grove, Minnesota Megan L. Lilja Moorhead, Minnesota Alesha M. Norton Hopkins, Minnesota Management Communication Strategic Communication Strategic Communication Strategic Communication Trenton C. Dirks Williston, North Dakota Logan T. Hermes Westhope, North Dakota Kayla M. Lindeman Victoria, Minnesota Rebecca Q. Oase Reeder, North Dakota Criminal Justice Strategic Communication Health Communication Agricultural Communication •• Makenzie S. Dukleth Dilworth, Minnesota •• Molly M. Hess Stillwater, Minnesota Paul G. Lubbers West Fargo, North Dakota Cody R. Olson Andover, Minnesota Criminal Justice Strategic Communication Emergency Management Theatre Arts Psychology Management Communication Andrew Lund Franklin, Minnesota Sydney K. Olstad Savage, Minnesota Genya Egawa Sapporo, Japan Brianna Hogenmiller Andover, Minnesota Criminal Justice English Environmental Design Strategic Communication • Jacob M. Lynch Fargo, North Dakota • Laura B. Otterness Maple Grove, Minnesota Simon P. Eggiman Moorhead, Minnesota Ariel E. Holbrook Auburn, Washington+ Management Communication Journalism Strategic Communication Strategic Communication Finnley B. Maier New York, New York Tanner J. Otterness Park Rapids, Minnesota • Paige A. Eidenschink Owatonna, Minnesota • Mikayla L. Holm Atwater, Minnesota Social Science Criminal Justice Management Communication Health Communication Suzie A. Marin Albert Lea, Minnesota Kaitlyn R. Padden Champlin, Minnesota Michael L. Ellsworth Lakeville, Minnesota ••• Alysa L. Horn Champlin, Minnesota Strategic Communication Strategic Communication Criminal Justice Environmental Design Andrew K. Markland Eagan, Minnesota Natalie A. Peach Brooklyn Park, Minnesota • Shawn D. Engstrom Rush City, Minnesota Dylan F. Hughes Hopkins, Minnesota History Criminal Justice Criminal Justice History Tayler D. Marshall Kasson, Minnesota+ Heather M. Pearson Wilton, North Dakota Nomin Enkhbat Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia Alisa Y. Jang Maple Grove, Minnesota+ Strategic Communication Theatre Arts Political Science Health Communication Abby M. Martin Fargo, North Dakota+ Zachary F. Persson Fargo, North Dakota International Studies • Kara L. Jeffers Garrison, North Dakota Health Communication English Jafrah S. ErfleHarvey, North Dakota Journalism Abigail M. Mathison Andover, Minnesota Zachory J. Prekel Fargo, North Dakota+ Strategic Communication Kaitlyn L. Jenison Kindred, North Dakota Strategic Communication Sociology Ana Sophia Estrada Moog Fargo, North Dakota English Mackenzie A. Matousek Glencoe, Minnesota Political Science Criminal Justice Hannah M. Jessen Boyd, Minnesota Strategic Communication Alexius A. Rahn Eden Prairie, Minnesota Philosophy/Humanities Strategic Communication Brandon R. McBain Moorhead, Minnesota Strategic Communication Dillon O. Fahning Savage, Minnesota Mark L. Johnson Arden Hills, Minnesota Criminal Justice Brooke A. Rambow Clara City, Minnesota Criminal Justice Strategic Communication MacKenzie B. McCormick Fargo, North Dakota Journalism • Emily D. Fletcher Mapleton, North Dakota+ •• Travis G. Johnson Buffalo, Minnesota Emergency Management Kyle R. Ransom Fargo, North Dakota Strategic Communication Criminal Justice • Marley J. McDunn Audubon, Minnesota Criminal Justice •• Malaura A. Flom Bismarck, North Dakota+ Brianna D. Jones Indianapolis, Indiana+ English Logan Reed West Fargo, North Dakota+ Strategic Communication Journalism Sean M. Meginness Isabel, South Dakota Music •• Justin P. Flynn Casper, Wyoming Jacob A. Jones Moorhead, Minnesota Strategic Communication Dustin A. Richard West Fargo, North Dakota Environmental Design Emergency Management Kara A. Meslow Mahtomedi, Minnesota Political Science James L. Fornes Lisbon, North Dakota Brian J. Jordan Bismarck, North Dakota+ Strategic Communication •• Hannah E. Roach Wheatland, North Dakota Theater Arts Strategic Communication Lindsey M. Miller Belfield, North Dakota Environmental Design Brock W. Fritz Fargo, North Dakota Austin L. Jorgensen Andover, Minnesota Anthropology Kellen J. Robideau Northfield, Minnesota Emergency Management Criminal Justice Eric A. Moen Woodbury, Minnesota Strategic Communication • Melissa A. Fritz St .Thomas, North Dakota+ Marina K. Kallias Minot, North Dakota Emergency Management •• Thomas W. Robinson Fargo, North Dakota Strategic Communication Strategic Communication Sheldon D. Monson Bottineau, North Dakota New Media and Web Design •• Sara M. Fundingsland Minot, North Dakota •• Kira A. Karels Howard Lake, Minnesota History James R. Roeder International Falls, Minnesota Criminal Justice Political Science ••• Annise J. Montplaisir Moorhead, Minnesota Sociology • Abigail J. Furchner Red Wing, Minnesota+ Matthew R. Keller Fargo, North Dakota Management Communication Morgan E. Root Lakeland, Minnesota Journalism Political Science International Studies Management Communication •• Mariah A. Genoch Mapleton, North Dakota Jordyn B. Kelly Sioux Falls, South Dakota • Kimberly R. Morris West Fargo, North Dakota • Catherine A. Rouillard Elk River, Minnesota Criminal Justice Sociology Management Communication Environmental Design Political Science Hannah L. Konrad Minnetonka, Minnesota ••• Matti B. Mortimore Newbourne, Suffolk, Peter W. Saintal Fargo, North Dakota •• Megan M. Gilbertson Breckenridge, Minnesota Political Science United Kingdom Criminal Justice Political Science Kyle G. Kottke St . Paul, Minnesota Philosophy/Humanities Afton J. Samson Fargo, North Dakota ••• Benjamin J. Gillis New Richmond, Wisconsin Emergency Management ••• Jenna Murphy Carrington, North Dakota English Philosophy/Humanities Katelyn M. Krabbenhoft Fargo, North Dakota English Michael S. Sargent Moorhead, Minnesota • Katherine M. Glen Buffalo, Minnesota Philosophy/Humanities Keri A. Murphy Stillwater, Minnesota+ Sociology Strategic Communication Psychology Strategic Communication Steven K. Schalau Rochester, Minnesota Briana J. Greiner Grand Rapids, Minnesota+ • Emily J. Kulzer Mahnomen, Minnesota+ Mark J. Muscha Beulah, North Dakota Environmental Design Criminal Justice Public History Criminal Justice ••• Gregory S. Schlangen Fargo, North Dakota •• Richard A. Grossman Jr. Detroit Lakes, Minnesota Albert Landeros Tracy, California+ Johnathan R. Myhre Hoople, North Dakota Criminal Justice Journalism Management Communication Women and Gender Studies Makenzie L. Schmidt Fargo, North Dakota+ Christian R. Haak Eden Prairie, Minnesota+ Lucas J. Laney Moorhead, Minnesota+ Julia C. Neary Cambridge, Minnesota+ Strategic Communication Criminal Justice Emergency Management Management Communication • Callum H. Schneider Fargo, North Dakota Cameron R. Hagstrom Moorhead, Minnesota+ Tanner J. Langley Warwick, North Dakota ••• David M. Neff Bismarck, North Dakota Emergency Management Political Science Political Science Spanish Emily E. Schoenrock Maple Grove, Minnesota •• Karen L. Harles Lidgerwood, North Dakota+ Alma E. Le Baron Chihuahua, Mexico Finance Environmental Design Health Communication Environmental Design •• Andrew J. Nelson Rochester, Minnesota Kelsi R. Schuelke Dawson, Minnesota+ ••• Kaori Hayashi Ichihara, Chiba, Japan Andrew S. Leighton Minneapolis, Minnesota Criminal Justice Strategic Communication Political Science Emergency Management •• Erica L. Nitschke Bismarck, North Dakota Sarah J. Schwalba Blaine, Minnesota Ryan M. Heid Elk River, Minnesota Jarred J. Leinke Northfield, Minnesota Political Science Environmental Design Environmental Design Criminal Justice Journalism Michael S. Scott Moorhead, Minnesota • Joseph R. Heinen Richmond, Minnesota Tenzin Lhanze Minneapolis, Minnesota Amie L. Northagen Thompson, North Dakota Sociology Emergency Management Philosophy/Humanities Strategic Communication

20 • Cum Laude •• Magna Cum Laude ••• Summa Cum Laude + Summer Candidate • Cum Laude •• Magna Cum Laude ••• Summa Cum Laude + Summer Candidate 21 college of Tyler J. Seehusen Olivia, Minnesota • Molly C. Wilkinson Sidney, Montana+ Criminal Justice Management Communication BUSINESS • Steven J. Segelstrom II North Branch, Minnesota Health Communication Strategic Communication Jaimey P. Windish Bismarck, North Dakota Travis K. Shaw Apple Valley, Minnesota History History • Jordyn M. Woodruff St . Paul, Minnesota Candidates will be presented by Dean Scott Beaulier and marshaled by Nancy Emerson Social Science Education Strategic Communication and student marshal Miranda Letzring. Christopher L. Shebesta Brookfield, Wisconsin ••• Kendra T. Woodstead Cooperstown, North Dakota+ Criminal Justice Management Communication • Jena N. Sinton Choteau, Montana Jeanne L. Woolwine West Fargo, North Dakota Strategic Communication Philosophy/Humanities Erica A. Skogen Bismarck, North Dakota Anthropology MASTER OF ACCOUNTANCY Samantha M. Olson Grand Forks, North Dakota B.A., University of North Dakota Political Science •• Rylee E. Wznick Cavalier, North Dakota Brandon M. Beyer Fargo, North Dakota Philosophy/Humanities Strategic Communication B.S., University of North Dakota Dereck M. Ostdahl Fargo, North Dakota B.S., Minot State University •• Chloe J. Smith Bottineau, North Dakota Maggie M. Zenter Richardton, North Dakota Yuexin Chen Xinyu, China Strategic Communication Theater Arts B.S., North Dakota State University Dre E. Steinwehr Hankinson, North Dakota B.S., North Dakota State University International Studies • Mara J. Zinda Plymouth, Minnesota Lydia M. Danielson Audubon, Minnesota Corey K. Smith Rosemount, Minnesota Strategic Communication B.S., North Dakota State University Environmental Design Samantha M. Giese Audubon, Minnesota • Taryn M. Steckler Wimbledon, North Dakota B.S., North Dakota State University BACHELOR OF SCIENCE Political Science BACHELOR OF SCIENCE Alyssa B. Greff Bismarck, North Dakota Schyler L. Abuhl Williston, North Dakota Angus C. Stoudt Excelsior, Minnesota IN ARCHITECTURE B.S., North Dakota State University Finance Sheng-Fen Huang Shoreview, Minnesota Aden M. Aden Fargo, North Dakota Journalism Kaitlyn K. Aberle Bismarck, North Dakota • B.S., North Dakota State University Accounting Chelsy A. Strauss Arthur, North Dakota+ Mitchell M. Abrahamsen Blaine, Minnesota • Eric R. Jablonsky Fargo, North Dakota Lacey J. Anderson Ulen, Minnesota Strategic Communication Javan H. Arroyo New Rockford, North Dakota ••• B.S., North Dakota State University Business Administration Brandan Strickland Moorhead, Minnesota Sarah A. Biesterveld Eagle Lake, Minnesota Christopher G. Janke Chaska, Minnesota Jordan J. Arneson Farmington, Minnesota Political Science Aaron J. Codden Big Lake, Minnesota ••• B.S., North Dakota State University Finance ••• Jordan M. Stroh Steele, North Dakota Hamza El Azhari Daoudi Casablanca, Morocco Leilin Li Nanchang, China Zachary J. Arrigoni Becker, Minnesota Criminal Justice Ty F. Englund Moorhead, Minnesota • + B.S., North Dakota State University Business Administration •• Kennedy M. Stromme West Fargo, North Dakota+ Yining Fang Jiujiang, China Lucas M. Moderow Fargo, North Dakota Sport Management Strategic Communication Ingrid A. Fullerton Fargo, North Dakota ••• B.S., North Dakota State University Thomas R. Askew Fargo, North Dakota Lindsay A. Teilborg Prior Lake, Minnesota Christa C. Galbraith Coon Rapids, Minnesota • •• Joseph J. Olson Plymouth, Minnesota Accounting Strategic Communication Benjamin J. Gillis New Richmond, Wisconsin ••• B.S., North Dakota State University Bryce L. Bangasser Waverly, Minnesota • McKinley M. Theobald McHenry, Illinois Jacob S. Hasse Fargo, North Dakota Jared J. Richter Mora, Minnesota Finance Emergency Management Jenna J. Hegedus Champlin, Minnesota+ B.S., North Dakota State University Dallas M. Becker Bismarck, North Dakota Morgan L. Tracy Wolverton, Minnesota Jonathan W. Hegseth Fargo, North Dakota • Kayla A. Seidler New Leipzig, North Dakota Management Criminal Justice •• Kelsey M. Jarrett Woodbury, Minnesota+ B.S., North Dakota State University Andrew G. Beckman Maple Grove, Minnesota Jamie M. Urrego Moorhead, Minnesota Benjamin D. Johnson Duluth, Minnesota Austen C. Stewart Bismarck, North Dakota Accounting Spanish Hannah J. Langr Coon Rapids, Minnesota ••• B.S., North Dakota State Unviersity Emily M. Bekkerus Sartell, Minnesota Olivia M. Vaadeland Park Rapids, Minnesota Morgan T. Larson Minneapolis, Minnesota • + • Thomas K. Stoeckman Montevideo, Minnesota Accounting Strategic Communication Brady S. Laurin Grand Forks, North Dakota • B.S., North Dakota State University William Y. Bennett Kenmare, North Dakota Crop and Weed Sciences Alex J. Malnaa Minot, North Dakota •• •• Amber G. Stowman Fargo, North Dakota Accounting • Matthew A. Van Voorhis Bismarck, North Dakota Samantha A. Marihart North St . Paul, Minnesota • B.S., Minnesota State University-Mankato Shawn A. Benz Killdeer, North Dakota Emergency Management Alexandra M. Mills Oakes, North Dakota ••• Marketing Ashley M. Vangerud West Fargo, North Dakota Zachariah W. Moen Mitchell, South Dakota ••• Jenna N. Berg Fargo, North Dakota Strategic Communication Tanner M. Naastad Fargo, North Dakota •• Management ••• Olivia M. Vogt Detroit Lakes, Minnesota Mitchel P. Nystrom St . Cloud, Minnesota MASTER OF BUSINESS Colette M. Bersie Delano, Minnesota Strategic Communication Emilee C. Olstad Dent, Minnesota ADMINISTRATION ••• Marketing Rick A. Volk Bismarck, North Dakota Stina L. Ostlie Montevideo, Minnesota Katherine E. Affield Sabin, Minnesota Management Criminal Justice Jacob W. Peterson Andover, Minnesota B.S., North Dakota State University • Kimberley A. Bertram Fergus Falls, Minnesota Philosophy/Humanities Matthew K. Plasencia Dayton, Minnesota Stephanie Awuah Moorhead, Minnesota Finance Conor A. Wanderscheid Mankato, Minnesota Elizabeth J. Rae Red Lodge, Montana B.A., Concordia College Samuel D. Betland Champlin, Minnesota Criminal Justice Nicholas P. Saddler Minnetonka, Minnesota Robert S. Belisle Fargo, North Dakota Accounting Political Science Landon J. Schoeneck Cambridge, Minnesota B.A., University of Oregon • Sena Bizuwork Brooklyn Park, Minnesota Ian S. Warpula Hanover, Minnesota Ulysses C. Sibo Plymouth, Minnesota Kraig A. Bittner Munich, North Dakota + Management Information Systems Criminal Justice Kenneth T. Stephenson Hastings, Minnesota B.S., Park University Nicholas R. Bjorklund Eagan, Minnesota •• Aaron J. Weber Wishek, North Dakota Ryan D. TerSteeg Minneapolis, Minnesota Joyana Baumann Moorhead, Minnesota ••• Accounting Agricultural Communication Matthew P. Theisen St . Paul, Minnesota B.S., Minnesota State University-Moorhead Christopher J. Blake Andover, Minnesota •• Austan L. Wellman Devils Lake, North Dakota+ Elizabeth M. Thordson Wyoming, Minnesota Lois D. Christianson Moorhead, Minnesota • Accounting Criminal Justice Daniel T. Todd Hendrum, Minnesota B.S., Minnesota State University-Moorhead Daniel N. Blomberg Lino Lakes, Minnesota Macie J. Wenner Foley, Minnesota Shelley Vang Forest Lake, Minnesota Brian W. Dekkers Erskine, Minnesota • Management Health Communication Tyler M. Voigt St . Cloud, Minnesota B.S., Bemidji State University • Kelsey A. Boe Mylo, North Dakota Makayla J. Westgard Westby, Montana David P. Walbolt Champlin, Minnesota Joshua N. Hinds Fargo, North Dakota • Marketing Criminal Justice Huaxin Wei Fargo, North Dakota B.S., South Dakota State University John F. Boylan Hudson, Wisconsin Samantha R. White Chaska, Minnesota+ Christopher J. White Denver, Colorado Ryan Jensen Moorhead, Minnesota Finance Management Communication Drew S. Wolf Fargo, North Dakota+ B.S., University of Idaho Sierra T. White Bull Fargo, North Dakota+ Mohammadhassan Nasiri Shiraz, Iran Olivia A. Braaten Williston, North Dakota Theater Arts B.S., Tabriz University Marketing

22 • Cum Laude •• Magna Cum Laude ••• Summa Cum Laude + Summer Candidate • Cum Laude •• Magna Cum Laude ••• Summa Cum Laude + Summer Candidate 23 • Emalee J. Bryant Maple Lake, Minnesota Brenna N. Hanson Bismarck, North Dakota Alicia D. Koenen Clara City, Minnesota Shehan P. Navarathne Mudiyanselage Finance Management Finance Dehiwala, Western, Sri Lanka Marketing Cole C. Hanson Waconia, Minnesota Danielle L. Krank West Fargo, North Dakota Finance • Kyle L. Byrne Dayton, Minnesota Marketing Management Jarod K. Nelson Valley City, North Dakota Accounting Eric R. Haugen West Fargo, North Dakota+ • Jason M. Krogfus Prior Lake, Minnesota Marketing Brian J. Clark Detroit Lakes, Minnesota Management Information Systems Accounting Bach H. Nguyen Hanoi, Vietnam Accounting Matthew E. Helbling Mandan, North Dakota+ • Brittany L. Krone Minot, North Dakota Finance Christopher D. Clark Bismarck, North Dakota+ Management Management Information Systems Lam T. Nguyen West Fargo, North Dakota Finance Jade S. Hemiller Watertown, South Dakota Viraj A. Kulkarni Mumbai, India Accounting Jordan M. Corneliusen Thief River Falls, Minnesota Finance Marketing Marina K. Niess Fargo, North Dakota Accounting Drew H. Hendrickx Las Vegas, Nevada Brian J. Kurrasch Jr. Sisseton, South Dakota+ Management Steve C. Crusz Fargo, North Dakota+ Management Information Systems Management Information Systems •• Gerel Nyamdorj Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia Management Briana R. Heskin Fargo, North Dakota Cody D. Labernik Bemidji, Minnesota Finance Global Business Finance Business Administration Jacob M. O’Brien Champlin, Minnesota Trevor R. Dahlof Buffalo, Minnesota Marketing Taylor N. Lant Northfield, Minnesota Finance Finance Benjamin D. Hess Bismarck, North Dakota Finance Jackson M. OKeefe Bismarck, North Dakota Nathan L. Denning Gackle, North Dakota Finance Chase D. Lardy Richmond, Minnesota Finance Management Kyle J. Highberg St . Michael, Minnesota Finance Joseph R. Olson Maple Grove, Minnesota Kaylee S. Desrosier Crookston, Minnesota Marketing Miranda J. Larson Farmington, Minnesota Marketing Finance Brad D. Hinrichs Bloomington, Minnesota Management Information Systems Matthew R. Overbeck Bismarck, North Dakota • Allison A. Dohman Maple Grove, Minnesota+ Finance Jared M. Lee Fargo, North Dakota Management Management Economics Accounting Zachary K. Overvold Fargo, North Dakota •• Prestin S. Drexler Ashby, Minnesota Jay T. Homan Hopkins, Minnesota •• Alyssa M. Leech Prior Lake, Minnesota Management Finance Finance Accounting ••• Jonathan C. Pacella West Fargo, North Dakota Jonathon A. Du Shane West Fargo, North Dakota Henry H. Huynh Fargo, North Dakota Finance Management Management Accounting Elliot J. Leinen Bemidji, Minnesota John W. Patton Bovey, Minnesota • Chelsea N. Duclos Walker, Minnesota Shawna J. Jenson Barrett, Minnesota+ Business Administration Marketing Finance Accounting • Xiang Li Jiangxi, China Carter T. Pedersen Luverne, North Dakota Jonathan Erickson Oak Grove, Minnesota Joseph C. Jodsaas Alexandria, Minnesota Finance Business Administration Business Administration Business Administration Andrew E. Liang Rochester, Minnesota+ Michael D. Pedersen Valley City, North Dakota+ Tyler J. Erickson Mahtomedi, Minnesota Brady D. Johnson Fargo, North Dakota Marketing Accounting Finance Marketing Lucas P. Lindblom West St . Paul, Minnesota Cole M. Peshut Plymouth, Minnesota Abigail M. Erickstad Horace, North Dakota Nicole H. Johnson Bismarck, North Dakota Marketing Management Marketing Accounting Jacob D. Lommen New Rockford, North Dakota Emily N. Peterson Delano, Minnesota •• Nicholas E. Evans Marshall, Minnesota Samuel N. Johnson Eden Prairie, Minnesota Management Management Finance Finance Daniel R. Lonneman Hancock, Minnesota+ Jack C. Peterson Hutchinson, Minnesota+ Nicholas G. Evin West Fargo, North Dakota Stephen P. Johnson Moorhead, Minnesota Business Administration Finance Accounting Business Administration Wenmei Lou Zunyi, Guizhou, China Roman P. Petyo Coon Rapids, Minnesota Management Goodhope Z. Kahwa Fargo, North Dakota Accounting Accounting Souleyman Fofana Ouagadouou, Burkina Faso, Accounting •• Bennett A. Lystad Crosby, North Dakota Amelia A. Pfarrer Dayton, Ohio West Africa Keana N. Karnopp West Fargo, North Dakota Finance Marketing Accounting Business Administration •• Marissa M. Magnuson Fargo, North Dakota Maria B. Piette Lino Lakes, Minnesota •• Celine M. Francisco Hermantown, Minnesota Kiara A. Kaseman Bismarck, North Dakota Finance Management Finance Management Information Systems Grant A. Maris Gainesville, Florida Human Development and Family Sciences Courtney R. Fuchs Annandale, Minnesota Breonna A. Keller Fargo, North Dakota Marketing • Kaylynn J. Prost Fargo, North Dakota Marketing Management • Jessica R. Martin Bismarck, North Dakota Management Zachary G. Fuller Forest Lake, Minnesota •• Kyle G. Keller Fargo, North Dakota Accounting Brendon M. Ranagan Savage, Minnesota Management Finance Zeta L. Mayer Jamestown, North Dakota Management Cory J. Gay Eden Prairie, Minnesota+ David J. Kelly Maple Grove, Minnesota+ Business Administration Cody J. Ranschau Sartell, Minnesota Business Administration Finance Molly C. McGinty Minneapolis, Minnesota Marketing Geoffrey E. Gengel Fargo, North Dakota McKenzie R. Kenyon Lino Lakes, Minnesota Management Miranda N. Reed Little Falls, Minnesota+ Finance Accounting Paige H. McQuade West Fargo, North Dakota Management Anthony J. Gerving-Hellman Bismarck, Alana J. Kiel New Germany, Minnesota+ Finance Zachary C. Reiff Fargo, North Dakota North Dakota Management • Bradley J. Mies Kimball, Minnesota Marketing Accounting Global Business Accounting • Alyssa M. Reina Auburn, California ••• Tori J. Geston Fargo, North Dakota Ryan K. Kienitz North Oaks, Minnesota Mikayla J. Miller Stacy, Minnesota Marketing Management Accounting Marketing Brooke A. Rempfer Fargo, North Dakota Samantha M. Gooding Copperas Cove, Texas+ Erin J. Kiesow Dilworth, Minnesota+ •• Emily S. Milligan La Grange Park, Illinois Marketing Accounting Finance Accounting Troy J. Ressler Bismarck, North Dakota • Drew J. Grzadzieleski Grand Forks, North Dakota Taylor D. Kindseth Bismarck, North Dakota Claire S. Moltzan West Fargo, North Dakota+ Accounting Accounting Business Administration Management Alexander S. Rezac West Fargo, North Dakota • Cody L. Haala Champlin, Minnesota • Jamie D. Kliewer Maple Grove, Minnesota Stacy K. Mundis Sartell, Minnesota Management Information Systems Finance Finance Marketing • Tyler J. Richter Bismarck, North Dakota Benjamin P. Hagl Red Lake Falls, Minnesota Whitney J. Klosterman Wahpeton, North Dakota Carly C. Myrdal Park River, North Dakota+ Accounting Finance Marketing Marketing Finance Brita M. Hammer Chaska, Minnesota Nathaniel M. Knopik Dickinson, North Dakota Sachith P. Navarathne Mudiyanselage Frankie E. Romero Fargo, North Dakota Marketing Management Colombo, Sri Lanka Accounting Annie M. Hanson Dickinson, North Dakota Finance Accounting

24 • Cum Laude •• Magna Cum Laude ••• Summa Cum Laude + Summer Candidate • Cum Laude •• Magna Cum Laude ••• Summa Cum Laude + Summer Candidate 25 college of • Gabrielle K. Ruddy Stacy, Minnesota+ Bailey K. Sullivan Waconia, Minnesota Management Management Marketing Isaac P. Svebakken Hopkins, Minnesota ENGINEERING Jared S. Rust Ashland, Wisconsin Finance Management Biotechnology Vincent B. Sweeney West Fargo, North Dakota Alexa M. Sanders Minot, North Dakota+ • Candidates for a degree will be presented by Dean Gary Smith and marshaled by Accounting Marketing Dr. Annie Tangpong and Dr. Ravi Kiran Yellavajjala and student marshal Lauren Singelmann. •• Austin D. Sandmeyer Fergus Falls, Minnesota • Johnathan J. Tauer White Bear Lake, Minnesota Marketing Management Information Systems Ashley N. Sather Horace, North Dakota Kelsey E. Teubner Cando, North Dakota+ Management Accounting Matthew J. Sather Fort Ripley, Minnesota BriAnna S. Thompson Grafton, North Dakota DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY Dalu Zhang Civil Engineering Management Information Systems Marketing Thiago D. De Menezes Electrical and Computer Longkou, China William C. Schaefer Fargo, North Dakota • Halsey A. Thompson Bismarck, North Dakota+ Engineering B.S., Ocean University of China Accounting Finance Fargo, North Dakota M.S., North Dakota State University Economics •• Amy E. Trisko Otsego, Minnesota B.S., University of Campinas “Coupling of Geopolymer and Calcium Silicate Matthew H. Schirado Bismarck, North Dakota Management Information Systems “Discrete Spectrum Modulation in Anomalous Hydrate on the Performance of Class C Fly Ash Management Grant B. Tufto Montevideo, Minnesota Dispersion” Based Geopolymer Concrete” Rebecca M. Schlagel St . Michael, Minnesota Marketing Adviser: Dr . Ivan Lima Adviser: Dr . Jerry Gao Marketing Derek W. Vander Vorste Minot, North Dakota Jiawei Gong Mechanical Engineering Trevor J. Schmidt Mound, Minnesota Management Information Systems Fargo, North Dakota Marketing Tanner J. Wallace Albertville, Minnesota+ B.Eng., East China University of Science and Technology MASTER OF CONSTRUCTION Kristofer J. Schneider Fargo, North Dakota Accounting M.S., North Dakota State University MANAGEMENT Finance Yu Wang Henan, China+ “Experimental and Theoretical Studies of Nathaniel S. Rumschlag Decatur, Indiana ••• Daniel B. Schuster Fargo, North Dakota+ Finance Nanostructured Electrodes for Use in Dye- B.S., Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne Finance Austin T. Westmeyer Minot, North Dakota Sensitized Solar Cells” Yanmei Xie Grand Forks, North Dakota Matthew A. Schwinghammer Albany, Minnesota+ Marketing Adviser: Dr . Sumathy Krishnan B.S., Shandong Jiaotong University Finance Austin D. Wicklund Fargo, North Dakota Shaista Jabeen Electrical and Computer Engineering Wanting Zhang Jining, China Brandon T. Sellin Hawley, Minnesota Finance Islamabad, Pakistan B.S., North Dakota State University Management Riley V. Williams St . Paul, Minnesota B.S., University of Engineering and Tecnology Taxila Katelyn R. Selzler Hurdsfield, North Dakota Accounting M.S., COMSATS Institute of Information Technology Management •• Abigail J. Wilson Eagan, Minnesota “Formal Verification Methodology for Real-Time MASTER OF SCIENCE Parker J. Sirek Wahpeton, North Dakota Accounting FPGA based Systems” Mojtaba Ahmadi Shiraz, Iran Business Administration Allison N. Wohl Bismarck, North Dakota Adviser: Dr . Sudarshan Srinivasan Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering •• Sabrina M. Skarsgard Stanley, North Dakota Finance Syed Abdul Mannan Kirmani Electrical and B.S., Shiraz University Accounting Brianna E. Wolf Napoleon, North Dakota Computer Engineering Mohsen Azimi Ardabil, Iran Steven A. Smith Park Rapids, Minnesota Management Islamabad, Pakistan Civil Engineering Finance Shane T. Wolf Bismarck, North Dakota B.E., National University of Sciences and Technology B.S., University of Mohaghegh Arbabili Economics Marketing M.S., Myongji University M.S., Iran University of Science and Technology • David R. Snell Lino Lakes, Minnesota • Shiting Xu Nanchang, Jiangxi, China “Detection and Quantification of Rare Analytes Muhammadarsalan Azmi Karachi, Pakistan Accounting Accounting in Biological Samples using Dielectrophoretic Construction Management Zachary J. Soderstrom Champlin, Minnesota • Amy P. Yang St . Paul, Minnesota Spectroscopy” B.E., NED University of Engineering and Technology Finance Accounting Adviser: Dr . Ivan Lima Rahul Banothu Hyderabad, India Erin L. Stangeland Fargo, North Dakota Zhou Yang Nanchang, Jiangxi, China Mohammad Molla Civil Engineering Industrial Engineering and Management Management Accounting Gopalgonj, Bangladesh B.E., Osmania University Taylor A. Stein Bismarck, North Dakota Amanda K. Young Detroit Lakes, Minnesota B.S., Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology Boris Curuvija Fargo, North Dakota Accounting Marketing M.S., North Dakota State University Electrical and Computer Engineering Kelly M. Steinborn Fargo, North Dakota Ziling Zeng Ganzhou, Jiangxi, China+ “A Stochastic Bayesian Update and Logistic Growth B.S., North Dakota State University Finance Accounting Mapping Of Travel-Time Flow Relationship” Ryan J. David Bismarck, North Dakota Austen H. Strom Fargo, North Dakota Adviser: Dr . Matthew L . Stone Environmental Engineering Accounting Muhammad B. Qureshi Electrical and Computer B.S., North Dakota State University Katherine M. Stuhlmueller Minnetonka, Engineering Debjyoti Dwivedy Kolkata, West Bengal, India Minnesota+ Abbottabad, Pakistan Electrical and Computer Engineering Management B.S., COMSATS Institute of Information Technology B.Tech., Haldia Institute of Technology India M.S., COMSATS Institute of Information Technology Peng Gao Weihai, China “Cardiac Output Improvement in Mechanical Electrical and Computer Engineering Circulatory Support Devices” B.S., North Dakota State University Adviser: Dr . Daniel L Ewert Britt A. Helten Devils Lake, North Dakota Sayeed Z. Sajal Electrical and Computer Engineering Mechanical Engineering Dhaka, Bangladesh B.S., North Dakota State University B.S., Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology Faiz Ul Islam Karachi, Pakistan M.B.A., East West University Construction Management M.S., North Dakota State University B.E., NED University of Engineering and Technology “Graphene-based Conformal Antenna Array” Ursinio Puga Gil Fargo, North Dakota Adviser: Dr . Benjamin D . Braaten Civil Engineering B.S., North Dakota State University

26 • Cum Laude •• Magna Cum Laude ••• Summa Cum Laude + Summer Candidate 27 Samrat Singh Mahakali, Nepal • Logan F. Moir Rochester, Minnesota Robert J. Schneider Elk River, Minnesota Brandon A. Gates Bismarck, North Dakota Manufacturing Engineering David J. Nelson Anoka, Minnesota Joshua D. Smith New Hope, Minnesota •• Abigail K. Johnson Duluth, Minnesota B.Eng., Tribhuvan University •• Zachary J. Nelson Coon Rapids, Minnesota Joshua T. Thoreson Fargo, North Dakota Andrew P. Klein Moorhead, Minnesota Ruinan Xie Suzhou, China Justin J. Noyes Dilworth, Minnesota Conner S. Willert Rosemount, Minnesota • Joshua D. Liaw Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia Industrial Engineering and Management ••• Travis J. Olson Minot, North Dakota Jifei Zhao Rizhao, Shandong, China Norbert T. Maly Taichung, Taiwan B.S., North Dakota State University •• Cody A. Oltz Sauk Rapids, Minnesota Kiersten M. Meester Andover, Minnesota •• Benjamin J. Quaas Chaska, Minnesota •• Spencer G. Moir Rochester, Minnesota+ Emily A. Schauer Bismarck, North Dakota BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN Taylor A. Olson Fergus Falls, Minnesota BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN Amelia R. Schippel Coon Rapids, Minnesota ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING Jack R. Plankers Leonard, North Dakota James W. Sharp Hamilton, North Dakota AGRICULTURAL AND BIOSYSTEMS Tyler J. Anderson Pillager, Minnesota Taylor J. Salzl Melrose, Minnesota Brandon M. Smith Fargo, North Dakota ••• Zachary C. Baker Ray, North Dakota Sydney J. Schuck New Ulm, Minnesota ENGINEERING Timothy J. Smith Jamestown, North Dakota Robert Bearden Rochester, Minnesota Katelyn L. Shasky Dilworth, Minnesota •• Trey R. Allis Wells, Minnesota Whitney M. Stramer Maple Grove, Minnesota • Isaac I. Berge Fargo, North Dakota John M. Signorelli Bloomington, Minnesota Samantha L. Byer Frazee, Minnesota Lianjie Sun Heze City, Shandong, China Jacob A. Bernier Becker, Minnesota Richard L. Tholkes II Casselton, North Dakota Brandon J. DeSautel Mayville, North Dakota Patrick D. Sunquist Minnetonka, Minnesota Hayden C. Botz Rockville, Minnesota Michael T. Zweber Eden Prairie, Minnesota • Katie M. Gisi New Rockford, North Dakota Brett D. Tamminga Rochester, Minnesota Jacob A. Brooks Twin Valley, Minnesota •• Brett M. Hultgren Becker, Minnesota Jennifer J. Vanderheiden St . Michael, Minnesota ••• Zachary L. Burkart Minot, North Dakota ••• Joel J. Kern Porter, Minnesota Nathan H. Walton Baxter, Minnesota ••• Jerika D. Cleveland Bismarck, North Dakota BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN John D. Olhoft Barrett, Minnesota Dylan P. Weber Minot, North Dakota ••• Anders M. Clow Fargo, North Dakota MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING Tate J. Petry Ada, Minnesota Abraham T. Zerfu Addis Abuka, Ethiopia Peter S. Crowley Chaska, Minnesota Joshua R. Braun Fort Collins, Colorado Luke J. Sammon Owatonna, Minnesota Kristin R. Zink Mounds View, Minnesota ••• + Joshua J. Danzl Bismarck, North Dakota Carson J. Christy Brainerd, Minnesota Dustin J. Stroehl Hankinson, North Dakota Carlos E. Flores Mejia Tegucigalpa, Honduras Austin J. Hunt Cambridge, Minnesota Brent J. Thoennes Alexandria, Minnesota Matthew J. Franklin Moorhead, Minnesota Richard W. Juelfs Jr. Britton, South Dakota •• Andrew J. Whalen Devils Lake, North Dakota BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN •• Christian N. Hall St . Cloud, Minnesota Trenton B. Korba Lakeville, Minnesota COMPUTER ENGINEERING Travis A. Hayward Bismarck, North Dakota •• Tyler W. Krienke Benson, Minnesota BACHELOR OF SCIENCE Joshua O. Kanani Coon Rapids, Minnesota+ Joshua D. Heideman Moorhead, Minnesota Hayden E. Lee Benson, Minnesota Sethu P. Monick Fargo, North Dakota Casey J. Hennessy Stanley, North Dakota Bradley D. Schmalenberg Fertile, Minnesota IN CIVIL ENGINEERING •• Kjerstin I. Narvesen Eagan, Minnesota • Isaac A. Hollermann Chatfield, Minnesota Thomas R. Sladek Elk River, Minnesota Aaron E. Anderson Fairmont, Minnesota Matthew T. Ruhland St . Michael, Minnesota Thomas M. Jelkin Hutchinson, Minnesota Ian T. Sugden Baudette, Minnesota Jackie P. Arntson Maple Grove, Minnesota Lukas A. Steinbrueck Waconia, Minnesota Matthew C. Johnson Perham, Minnesota • James L. Baxter Maple Grove, Minnesota Paul R. Viland Valley City, North Dakota Todd W. Keller Fort Rice, North Dakota Corey J. Berge Maple Grove, Minnesota McKade C. Kleinknecht Jamestown, North Dakota BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ••• Luis M. Blanco Seguerit San Felipe-yaracuy, Seth T. Koneczny Columbus, Minnesota Venezuela •• MECHANICAL ENGINEERING BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN Andrew J. Krecklau Bismarck, North Dakota Kyle D. Blank Miltona, Minnesota •• Scott M. Becker Hudson, Wisconsin Benjamin M. Kuhnley Bismarck, North Dakota Christopher M. Bobzien Aberdeen, South Dakota CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING Zachary D. Benedict Sabin, Minnesota Zachary J. Lauinger Rochester, Minnesota Jerry R. Bolin Laporte, Minnesota ••• Connor R. Mann Buffalo, Minnesota • •• Patrick A. Bergh Maple Grove, Minnesota Mark F. McDonald Plymouth, Minnesota Allison J. Brady Mound, Minnesota •• Christopher W. Miller Lakota, North Dakota Kyle A. Bogart Rogers, Minnesota Cole L. Mehring Fargo, North Dakota Alexander H. Bray Bismarck, North Dakota Landon G. Schmitz St . Michael, Minnesota ••• Brody A. Borowicz Centerville, Minnesota Jacob E. Mischel Burnsville, Minnesota James W. Bruestle Bemidji, Minnesota Sean E. Vadnais Fargo, North Dakota •• Austin R. Bosse Champlin, Minnesota Jake R. Montague Coon Rapids, Minnesota Chol D. Chol Fargo, North Dakota Jared D. Brinkman Fosston, Minnesota Jennifer R. Moon Pequot Lakes, Minnesota Brian R. Clark Blaine, Minnesota •• Blake N. Burger Eden Prairie, Minnesota Travis J. O’Brien Lakeville, Minnesota Thomas D. Desutter Northfield, Minnesota BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN • Devin R. Bykonen West Fargo, North Dakota Alexander J. Odenthal Inver Grove Heights, Zachary J. Carter Prior Lake, Minnesota •• Kathryn L. DeWitt Bismarck, North Dakota CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT Minnesota Daniel J. Cederberg Plainfield, Illinois •• Kevin I. Doran Stanley, North Dakota ••• Wyatt M. Aberle Lisbon, North Dakota Kyle W. Olson Blaine, Minnesota ••• Charles T. Christensen Mendota Heights, Minnesota Amanda J. Ellingson Anoka, Minnesota Marcus R. Beedle Valley City, North Dakota Alexandra M. Pauly Wahpeton, North Dakota •• Tyler J. Christianson Fargo, North Dakota Robert E. Francis Jr. Cottage Grove, Minnesota Daniel J. Berglund Woodbury, Minnesota Morgan E. Schlichtmann Fargo, North Dakota • •• Sheldon L. Cory Barnesville, Minnesota Kelsey R. Fritze Park Rapids, Minnesota Alexander K. Boone Crookston, Minnesota Nolan G. Schwarz Bismarck, North Dakota •• •• Denielle A. Danielson Detroit Lakes, Minnesota •• Kyle J. Gapinski Little Falls, Minnesota Ian J. Bullis Fargo, North Dakota Ellen M. Swartz Motley, Minnesota Tyler E. Danielson Becker, Minnesota ••• Timothy M. Gleason Devils Lake, North Dakota Clayton R. Cathey Billings, Montana Brandon L. Thoennes Alexandria, Minnesota • ••• Benjamin P. Dardick Eden Prairie, Minnesota •• Grant J. Goldader Fargo, North Dakota James T. Core Leavenworth, Kansas Evan A. Thostenson West Fargo, North Dakota Lowell W. Dick Munich, North Dakota Jeffrey J. Goulet Fargo, North Dakota Brandon L. Davis Fargo, North Dakota Benjamin M. Thurn Bismarck, North Dakota •• • Wyatt M. Dick Munich, North Dakota Kyle C. Hanson Tioga, North Dakota Stephen R. Gaydos Bismarck, North Dakota Gabriel G. Urdaneta Herrera Caracas, Venezula • Nicholas L. Dirnberger Waconia, Minnesota •• Michael J. Hildreth Embarrass, Minnesota Lexie R. Grandalen Portland, North Dakota Steven C. Vrieze Rochester, Minnesota Daniel J. Ehlert Breckenridge, Minnesota Kyle A. Hoefs Mahtomedi, Minnesota Cody J. Grinsteiner Bismarck, North Dakota+ Tyler M. Yseth Oak Grove, Minnesota Lucas C. Erickson Beulah, North Dakota Robert A. Hogenson West Fargo, North Dakota Boru Guo Qingdao, Shandong, China+ Haolin Zhou Jiangmen City, Guangdong, China Samuel R. Ewald Becker, Minnesota •• Kyle T. Huffman Horace, North Dakota • Luling Jiang Jinan, Shandong, China • Derek J. Fahy Anamoose, North Dakota Ganghyun Hyung Incheon, South Korea Jacob Jones Walker, Minnesota ••• Ethan M. Ihlenfeld Owatonna, Minnesota James V. Fedor Stillwater, Minnesota Ziheng Li Jinan, Shandong, China BACHELOR OF SCIENCE • Christine A. Johnson Alexandria, Minnesota Devin R. Linz Big Lake, Minnesota Cody M. French Tonka Bay, Minnesota IN INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING Karl A. Johnson Hazen, North Dakota •• Zhibin Ma Jinan, Shandong, China Brady L. Goenner Clear Lake, Minnesota Jamison A. Kath Fargo, North Dakota Simon C. Mark St . Michael, Minnesota AND MANAGEMENT ••• Nathan C. Hanson Rochester, Minnesota Seryun Kwak Fargo, North Dakota Travis J. Noska Pequot Lakes, Minnesota Cobey J. Allmaras New Rockford, North Dakota •• Nicholas W. Hanson Alexandria, Minnesota David L. Lacher Shoreview, Minnesota Leaf T. Palmer Lino Lakes, Minnesota Drew K. Anderson Sartell, Minnesota Jayda R. Hepper Fargo, North Dakota Kyle J. Leining Williston, North Dakota Feng Pan Qingdao, Shandong, China+ • Juan C. Benavides Tegucigalpa, Honduras Kyle A. Hoyt Chaska, Minnesota Jesse C. Lundin Maple Grove, Minnesota Tyson W. Pederson Campbell, Minnesota Amanda N. Bodensteiner Oronoco, Minnesota Wyatt J. Huot Vadnais Heights, Minnesota Eric R. McCarthy Rush City, Minnesota Caleb D. Pelkey Avon, Minnesota Ashley E. Coykendall Fargo, North Dakota Nelson D. Isaacson Mountain Iron, Minnesota Omar A. Mohamed Minneapolis, Minnesota •• Connor R. Schlotfeldt Andover, Minnesota Zahia R. Farhat Willmar, Minnesota •• Kelby S. Jacobson Kindred, North Dakota

28 • Cum Laude •• Magna Cum Laude ••• Summa Cum Laude + Summer Candidate • Cum Laude •• Magna Cum Laude ••• Summa Cum Laude + Summer Candidate 29 college of •• Jordyn T. Johnson West Fargo, North Dakota • Mitchell J. Ova Jamestown, North Dakota •• Matthew L. Johnson Rugby, North Dakota • Alexander J. Paulsen Rice, Minnesota HEALTH PROFESSIONS Mitchell L. Johnson Becker, Minnesota • Ethan L. Peterson Thief River Falls, Minnesota • Ryan D. Keith Mohall, North Dakota ••• Chad A. Rehovsky Casselton, North Dakota Deven J. Kempenich Baudette, Minnesota Jake R. Sanders Clear Lake, Minnesota ••• Anthony J. Kramer Coon Rapids, Minnesota Benjamin K. Schroeder Maple Grove, Minnesota Candidates will be presented by Dean Charles Peterson and marshaled by Dr. Marketa Marvanova • Andrew S. Kroll Royalton, Minnesota Robert J. Senkyr St . Clair, Minnesota and student marshal Kortney Schroeder. ••• Reid D. Larson Forest Lake, Minnesota Dylan T. Shipman Moorhead, Minnesota Kristopher L. Leier Rugby, North Dakota ••• Eric J. Silvers Avon, Minnesota Phillip E. Levine Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota • John-Luke B. Singh Corcoran, Minnesota ••• Andrew J. Lindmeier Sartell, Minnesota ••• Alex M. Sperlich White, South Dakota Jessica R. Lindblom Andrew S. Madson Plymouth, Minnesota •• Clay R. Thompson Minnetonka, Minnesota DOCTOR OF NURSING PRACTICE West Fargo, North Dakota •• Karlie J. Matejcek Lakota, North Dakota •• James M. Tibbles Shoreview, Minnesota Katie B. Banley •• Michael S. McCabe Bloomington, Minnesota Kristopher L. Tomek Lake Elmo, Minnesota Bottineau, North Dakota B.A., Concordia College “COPE: Evaluation of a School-Based Intervention Jayme R. McGillis Fargo, North Dakota • Tyler D. Vanderby Glenwood, Minnesota B.S., Presentation College Joshua R. Meidinger Jamestown, North Dakota Mitchell J. Wachtel Elk River, Minnesota “Assessing the Health Needs and Barriers of Women to Improve the Overall Mental Health, Resiliency, Lisa A. Meyer Faribault, Minnesota Cody W. Ward Bismarck, North Dakota Reentering the Community after Incarceration” and Social-Emotional Development of Rural Rui Miao Hunchun, Jilin, China Jonathan L. Widmer Jud, North Dakota Adviser: Dr . Molly Secor-Turner North Dakota Adolescent Youth” • Olivia M. Norman Forest Lake, Minnesota Nicholas J. Williams West Fargo, North Dakota Dustin J. Czapiewski Adviser: Dr . Molly Secor-Turner Jenna R. Wallace Timothy R. Novak Forest Lake, Minnesota ••• Benjamin J. Wolbaum Fargo, North Dakota West Fargo, North Dakota Cavalier, North Dakota Keenan B. Nygaard Bismarck, North Dakota • Jiaming Zhao Nanchang, Jiangxi, China B.S.N., Jamestown College Matthew D. Ott Chanhassen, Minnesota Matthew J. Zurn Horace, North Dakota “Enhancing the Orientation Process for Nurse B.S., North Dakota State University Practitioners Entering Primary Care” “Chronic Pain Management: Implementing Best Adviser: Dr .Tina Lundeen Practice Strategies” Austin R. Fitterer Adviser: Dr . Mykell Barnacle Flasher, North Dakota Lindsay A. Weisgerber B.S.N., Jamestown College Frazee, Minnesota “Identifying Methods to Increase HPV Vaccination B.S.N., North Dakota State University Among Adolescent and Young Adult Men in Rural “Implementing a Comprehensive Diabetes and North Dakota” Depression Program at Family Health Care” Adviser: Dr . Heidi Saarinen Adviser: Dr . Mykell Barnacle Julian D. Good Ranchester, Wyoming B.S., University of Wyoming DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY M.S., University of Wyoming Mukta Sane Pharmaceutical Sciences “Screening for Bipolar Disorder in the Primary Nasik, India Care Setting Using the Mood Disorder B.Pharm., University of Pune Questionnaire” M.S., National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education Adviser: Dr .Tina Lundeen and Research Sheila R. Greseth “Role of Large Conductance Calcium Acivated Harwood, North Dakota Potassium Channels in Vasorelaxation of Nitrate B.S., Minnesota State University-Mankato Tolerant Mesenteric Arteries” “Addressing Lyme Disease: Implementing an Adviser: Dr . Stephen O’Rourke Educational Module for Health Care Providers” Goutham Vasam Pharmaceutical Sciences Adviser: Dr . Dean Gross Visakhapatnam, India Kari L. Hektner B .S ., Acharya Nagarjuna University Mitchell, South Dakota M.S., National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education B.S., North Dakota State University and Research “Easing the Transition: Needs Assessment and “Angiotensin-(1-7): A Target for Stem Cell Seminar Development for Novice Advanced Mobilopathy and Vascular Repair in Diabetes” Practice Clinicians in Primary Care” Adviser: Dr .Yagna P .R . Jarajapu Adviser: Dr . Mykell Barnacle Yi Xu Pharmaceutical Sciences Erin M. Hencley Bengbu, China Fargo, North Dakota B.S., China Pharmaceutical University B.A.N., College of Concordia “Suppressing Cancer Growth via Knocking Down “Screening for Skin Cancer in Primary Care: Delta-5-Desaturase and Exploiting High COX-2 Implementation of Dermoscopy” Expression Levels in Cancer” Adviser: Dr . Dean Gross Adviser: Dr . Steven Qian Elizabeth M. Hodny Tiecheng Zhong Pharmaceutical Sciences Thief River Falls, Minnesota Hangzhou, China B.S., University of North Dakota B.S., China Pharmaceutical University “Increasing Awareness and Knowledge about M.S., China Pharmaceutical University Ovarian Cancer to Enhance Health Outcomes “Ang II-Induced Cardiac Remodeling: Role of PI3- of Women” Kinase-Dependent Autophagy” Adviser: Dr .Tina Lundeen Adviser: Dr . Chengwen Sun

30 • Cum Laude •• Magna Cum Laude ••• Summa Cum Laude + Summer Candidate 31 MASTER OF PUBLIC HEALTH Megan J. Keller Andover, Minnesota ••• Emi L. Binstock Dickinson, North Dakota Ali I. Hassan West Fargo, North Dakota Michelle M. Adelmann Blaine, Minnesota Scott J. Kompelien Wahpeton, North Dakota Medical Laboratory Science Medical Laboratory Science B.S., North Dakota State University Elle K. Kvam Fargo, North Dakota Michelle L. Bjerke Fosston, Minnesota Allyson R. Hebert Warren, Minnesota+ Amber S. Anderson Warr Acres, Oklahoma Sadie I. Lean Fargo, North Dakota Pharmaceutical Sciences Radiologic Sciences B.S., Oklahoma State University Paige F. Leclerc Lakeville, Minnesota Winfield N. Brand Maple Plaine, Minnesota Benjamin M. Hillebrand Grand Forks, Cheyenne D. Brady New Town, North Dakota Jordan M. Lentsch Maplewood, Minnesota Pharmaceutical Sciences North Dakota+ B.S., North Dakota State University Steven A. Lewis Burlington, North Dakota •• John M. Brands Plymouth, Minnesota Radiologic Sciences Lauren L. Dybsand Horace, North Dakota Jennifer A. Liane Greenfield, Minnesota Pharmaceutical Sciences •• Linh T. Hoang Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam B.A., Concordia College Jennifer A. Linnard Casselton, North Dakota Paige M. Brandvold Valley City, North Dakota+ Pharmaceutical Sciences Alayna L. Eagle Shield Fort Yates, North Dakota Sarah R. Madsen St . Francis, Minnesota Radiologic Sciences •• Rose B. Hoechst Bismarck, North Dakota B.S., University of Mary Mason A. Magle Montevideo, Minnesota ••• Kayleigh M. Buescher Faribault, Minnesota Pharmaceutical Sciences Allison J. Goldenstein Willmar, Minnesota Wyatt E. Martenson Battle Lake, Minnesota Medical Laboratory Science Jordann E. Hoernemann Winsted, Minnesota B.S., North Dakota State University Erik S. Mattson Roseau, Minnesota ••• Siri E. Burck Fargo, North Dakota Pharmaceutical Sciences Elliot C. Koester Fargo, North Dakota Kayli L. McCann Alexandria, Minnesota Pharmaceutical Sciences Farhiyo M. Jama Fargo, North Dakota B.S., Southwestern College Brandon M. McCarty Eden Prairie, Minnesota Andrew T. Buttram Chaska, Minnesota Medical Laboratory Science Heather E. Kroeker Fargo, North Dakota Dillon A. Meyer Wahpeton, North Dakota Pharmaceutical Sciences • Jacob E. Jerger Moorhead, Minnesota B.S., North Dakota State University Savannah D. Miller Hallock, Minnesota ••• Seth A. Carlin Fosston, Minnesota Pharmaceutical Sciences Samuel A. Marihart Detroit Lakes, Minnesota John W. Mullen Fargo, North Dakota Pharmaceutical Sciences •• Mitchell D. Johannes Willmar, Minnesota B.S., Concordia College Jessica J. Nelson Fargo, North Dakota Brianne M. Carlson Royalton, Minnesota Pharmaceutical Sciences Lindsey M. Montileaux Mabbutt Tea, South Dakota Christopher J. Nguyen Fargo, North Dakota Pharmaceutical Sciences ••• Morgan M. Jossart Maple Grove, Minnesota+ B.S., University of South Dakota Hai T. Nguyen Fargo, North Dakota •• Edith B. Chakua Nairobi, Kenya Radiologic Sciences Rafaela Santos Cunha Medeiros Natal, Brazil Jesse R. Obright Dent, Minnesota Pharmaceutical Sciences Erika S. Kaufman Boyd, Minnesota+ B.S., Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte Megan J. O’Connell Lakeville, Minnesota •• Sara M. Christianson International Falls, Radiologic Sciences Tansy E. Wells Jamestown, North Dakota Danielle R. Odenthal Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota Minnesota+ Savannah K. Kraft Shakopee, Minnesota+ B.A., Concordia College Courtney N. Olson Blaine, Minnesota Radiologic Sciences Radiologic Sciences Jaden T. Witt Underwood, Minnesota Rebecca A. Pareja Sartell, Minnesota Kadie L. Doeden Hillsboro, North Dakota+ •• Sierra B. Kreft Bismarck, North Dakota B.S., Minnesota State University-Moorhead Alan R. Patterson Oakes, North Dakota Radiologic Sciences Pharmaceutical Sciences Justice J. Witt Battle Lake, Minnesota Caitlin J. Pederson Wendell, Minnesota Stephanie E. Dykema Dickinson, North Dakota+ ••• Amanda M. Kuhn Eagan, Minnesota B.A., Minnesota State University-Moorhead Kevin R. Rauwerdink Savage, Minnesota Radiologic Sciences Pharmaceutical Sciences Laura T. Wood Dassel, Minnesota Lauren E. Resh Prior Lake, Minnesota • Benjamen B. Ehrichs Grand Forks, North Dakota Lindsey C. Latozke Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada+ B.A., Concordia College Hannah P. Rosendahl Rosemount, Minnesota Pharmaceutical Sciences Radiologic Sciences Macy J. Royston Savage, Minnesota Emily J. Feist Reiles Acres, North Dakota+ Tuongvi N. Le Fargo, North Dakota+ Joseph J. Sannes Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota Medical Laboratory Science Medical Laboratory Science DOCTOR OF PHARMACY Sarah J. Schmidt Rochester, Minnesota •• Emilee A. Gourde Fargo, North Dakota Microbiology Pharmaceutical Sciences Brett D. Lessard West Fargo, North Dakota Ryan G. Altendorf Prior Lake, Minnesota Amanda J. Schmit Mahnomen, Minnesota Ashley J. Griebel Pipestone, Minnesota Pharmaceutical Sciences Gabrielle L. Anderson Hawley, Minnesota Jessica A. Schneider Lefor, North Dakota ••• + Radiologic Sciences Macey R. Llewellyn Fargo, North Dakota Patrick Awa Fargo, North Dakota Taylor J. Semler Appleton, Minnesota •• Nicole M. Grinsteinner Dickinson, North Dakota Pharmaceutical Scienes Jake D. Baldwin Dawson, Minnesota Brett R. Sinner Jamestown, North Dakota ••• Pharmaceutical Sciences Cory R. Lundgren Randall, Minnesota Chelsea A. Behnke Burnsville, Minnesota Brock A. Solberg Carrington, North Dakota ••• Kaitlin M. Grove Moorhead, Minnesota Medical Laboratory Science Brianna J. Benson Bismarck, North Dakota Krista A. Southwick West Fargo, North Dakota + Radiologic Sciences Piper L. Luoto Thief River Falls, Minnesota Lisa L. Bergh Russell, Manitoba, Canada Teresa M. Steinman Fargo, North Dakota Brianna S. Gunderson Alexandria, Minnesota Pharmaceutical Sciences Alec R. Bohn New Prague, Minnesota Spencer T. Stromback Blaine, Minnesota ••• Pharmaceutical Sciences Emily M. Madsen Saginaw, Minnesota Miles W. Book Eden Prairie, Minnesota Kyle L. Thielke Forest Lake, Minnesota Enock Mensah Gyebi Kumasi, Ghana Pharmaceutical Scienes Margaret M. Braegelmann Cold Spring, Minnesota Jayson C. Thompson Elk River, Minnesota Medical Laboratory Science Mary A. Mahoney Waconia, Minnesota Sadi A. Bren Dickinson, North Dakota Samantha E. Trumm Alexandria, Minnesota • + Microbiology Radiologic Sciences John G. Carlin Fosston, Minnesota+ Cody B. Varnson Grand Forks, North Dakota Chiman O. Habib Moorhead, Minnesota Carolyn G. Marg River Falls, Wisconsin Alissa M. Carlson Vining, Minnesota Jessica A. Voeller Climax, Minnesota + ••• Radiologic Sciences Pharmaceutical Sciences Cynthia S. Cherucheril Prior Lake, Minnesota Xiaoxi Wang Jinan, China Hariwan A. Habib Moorhead, Minnesota Katlyn M. Mastel Bismarck, North Dakota Andrea R. Clarens Fargo, North Dakota Anna T. Wenzel Sartell, Minnesota •• Pharmaceutical Sciences Pharmaceutical Sciences Ginger L. Claussen Benson, Minnesota Deidre M. Hahn Warroad, Minnesota Samantha R. Meyers Wanamingo, Minnesota John P. Curley Windom, Minnesota •• • Pharmaceutical Sciences Pharmaceutical Sciences Daniel J. DeGree Fargo, North Dakota BACHELOR OF SCIENCE Zachary K. Haider Fargo, North Dakota Kelsey M. Narlock Eagan, Minnesota Kayla D. Edwards Bowbells, North Dakota Lauren F. Abel Breckenridge, Minnesota+ Pharmaceutical Sciences Pharmaceutical Sciences Mary J. Faure Valley City, North Dakota Radiologic Sciences Allyson D. Hall Fargo, North Dakota Titiana M. Ngongang Blaine, Minnesota Taylor L. Fiske Fargo, North Dakota Hashim T. Adam Chaska, Minnesota •• Pharmaceutical Sciences Pharmaceutical Sciences Brittany L. Fondakowski Maple Grove, Minnesota Pharmaceutical Sciences Austin A. Halvorson Roseau, Minnesota James A. Nguyen Fargo, North Dakota Danielle R. Fritz Sartell, Minnesota Kyle J. Arnoldussen Appleton, Wisconsin •• Pharmaceutical Sciences Pharmaceutical Sciences Bryant W. Geis Isanti, Minnesota Pharmaceutical Sciences Patrick J. Hanel Bismarck, North Dakota Ifeoluwa Olamijulo Lagos, Nigeria Braydon A. Gourneau Tolna, North Dakota •• Rachele J. Arnoldussen Appleton, Wisconsin •• Pharmaceutical Sciences Pharmaceutical Sciences Kirstin M. Gramith Big Lake, Minnesota Pharmaceutical Sciences Christian D. Hanson Wyndmere, North Dakota Taylor A. Ott Brainerd, Minnesota Pamela M. Guss Buffalo, North Dakota Jack R. Ashcroft Clearwater, Minnesota+ + Radiologic Sciences Pharmaceutical Sciences Dustin L. Haugen Fargo, North Dakota Radiologic Sciences Heather A. Harder Bowman, North Dakota Nicholas D. Peterson Champlin, Minnesota Ashley R. Hertwig Maple Lake, Minnesota Kaleb C. Barstad Williston, North Dakota ••• + • Radiologic Sciences Medical Laboratory Science Janae C. Heuchert Langdon, North Dakota Pharmaceutical Sciences Brit L. Harris Plentywood, Montana Vanessa E. Peterson Rosholt, South Dakota Sarah M. Hillestad Menomonie, Wisconsin William N. Batchanzi Fargo, North Dakota + Radiologic Sciences Pharmaceutical Sciences Jeremiah J. Hoff Fargo, North Dakota Pharmaceutical Sciences Collin T. Harris Detroit Lakes, Minnesota Alexander J. Preuss Lino Lakes, Minnesota Kayla M. Holtan Moorhead, Minnesota Nicole L. Berend Fairmount, North Dakota • + Pharmaceutical Sciences Radiologic Sciences Hannah M. Kallio Iron, Minnesota Pharmaceutical Sciences

32 • Cum Laude •• Magna Cum Laude ••• Summa Cum Laude + Summer Candidate • Cum Laude •• Magna Cum Laude ••• Summa Cum Laude + Summer Candidate 33 • Madelyn A. Provost Rosemount, Minnesota BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING ••• Alexis R. Rankka New York Mills, Minnesota • Bryon J. Schuldt Nevis, Minnesota Pharmaceutical Sciences •• Austin A. Anderson Nisswa, Minnesota •• Kathleen G. Rice Maddock, North Dakota Michelle L. Ternes Flasher, North Dakota •• James V. Reineke Clear Lake, Minnesota ••• Amy J. Andrushko Dugald, Manitoba, Canada Trisha L. Ricker Mandan, North Dakota ••• Jamie L. Tollefson Minneapolis, Minnesota Pharmaceutical Sciences •• Trevor M. Arrowsmith Brandon, South Dakota ••• Lindsey L. Robinson Bismarck, North Dakota ••• Vesela Y. Ugrinova Fargo, North Dakota ••• Carson E. Reinhardt Zap, North Dakota •• Abigail A. Astrup Fargo, North Dakota ••• Megan K. Rott Nortonville, North Dakota •• Kari P. Ust Portland, North Dakota Pharmaceutical Sciences •• Hannah T. Bailey Bismarck, North Dakota •• Ashlee K. Rudolf Larimore, North Dakota ••• Kayla A. Wald Bismarck, North Dakota • Jordan T. Retzlaff Sioux Falls, South Dakota+ •• Hayli J. Bauer Fargo, North Dakota Jaclynn K. Saunders Pine Island, Minnesota •• Stephanie G. Wall Victoria, Minnesota Radiologic Sciences Chelsey A. Barth Mandan, North Dakota Chloe L. Schiermeister Bismarck, North Dakota ••• Emily L. Wassenaar Duluth, Minnesota Biological Sciences ••• Kendra R. Beedy Jamestown, North Dakota ••• Amber M. Schmidt Bismarck, North Dakota •• Kelsey J. Weigel Kintyre, North Dakota • Ashlyn B. Riedesel Carrington, North Dakota •• Samuel J. Benson Sioux Falls, South Dakota •• Darby L. Schmidt Bismarck, North Dakota • Brianne M. Wilkinson Brandon South Dakota Pharmaceutical Sciences James N. Bofferding Bemidji, Minnesota ••• Amanda K. Schmiesing Holloway, Minnesota •• Evan T. Wyum Forman, North Dakota ••• Travis J. Rieland Sauk Centre, Minnesota+ Samuel J. Breen Fargo, North Dakota Radiologic Sciences • Colton D. Bruhn Berthold, North Dakota • Gail K. Ronsberg Barnesville, North Dakota Derek A. Bruhn Bismarck, North Dakota Pharmaceutical Sciences • Ashton E. Buller Hendricks, Minnesota Ethan B. Ryberg Buffalo Lake, Minnesota • Josie B. Carlson Baldwin, North Dakota Pharmaceutical Sciences • Siennah A. Christianson Fargo, North Dakota Erik M. Schaefer Champlin, Minnesota • Thomas A. Clawson Eagan, Minnesota Pharmaceutical Sciences •• Steven L. Condon Fargo, North Dakota Amber K. Schauer West Fargo, North Dakota Danielle E. Dallmann Carrington, North Dakota Pharmaceutical Sciences •• Elizabeth R. Dauk Eagle Lake, Minnesota • Brooke D. Schotters Lino Lakes, Minnesota •• McKenzy K. Davis Hallock, Minnesota Pharmaceutical Sciences • Madison H. Deibert Dickinson, North Dakota ••• Amanda R. Schubert Rice, Minnesota Brianna V. Dick Englevale, North Dakota Pharmaceutical Sciences • Mary B. Dingmann St . Cloud, Minnesota Erin L. Schreifels St . Cloud, Minnesota+ Brittany L. Doll New Salem, North Dakota Radiologic Sciences ••• MeLinda L. Duenow Fargo, North Dakota Jacob E. Shimpa Hutchinson, Minnesota Leah Durick Bismarck, North Dakota Pharmaceutical Sciences • Jordan H. Ebel Bismarck, North Dakota ••• Alexander J. Sorby Fargo, North Dakota Audri A. Emerson Fargo, North Dakota Pharmaceutical Sciences •• Elizabeth T. Erickson Fargo, North Dakota ••• Nicole E. Spanier Fargo, North Dakota ••• Brooke E. Feltman Grafton, North Dakota Pharmaceutical Sciences Anna-Kay M. Ferguson Bismarck, North Dakota • Tayler M. Spenst Warroad, Minnesota+ •• Monica J. Flackey Maplewood, Minnesota Radiologic Sciences • Leah E. Flaskerud Fargo, North Dakota Kali A. Stene Halstad, Minnesota+ •• Oxana I. Flemmer Krasnodar, Russian Federation Radiologic Sciences Riley R. Freehauf West Fargo, North Dakota Eugeniu Strogoteanu Chisinau, Republic of •• Jenny J. Guibert Rochester, Minnesota Moldova Abigail M. Gustafson Denver, Colorado Medical Laboratory Science Kimberly L. Haux Harvey, North Dakota •• Lauren M. Trumm Alexandria, Minnesota McKinsey R. Heiser Fargo, North Dakota Pharmaceutical Sciences Joshua C. Helland Pine Island, Minnesota •• Benjamin J. Varoga Sauk Rapids, Minnesota ••• Leah M. Hermanson West Fargo, North Dakota Pharmaceutical Sciences Tuyen T. Huynh Fargo, North Dakota ••• Arianna J. Vidger Fargo, North Dakota • Ciera L. Jacklitch Fargo, North Dakota Pharmaceutical Sciences Mary B. Jenkins Bismarck, North Dakota Madison C. Weiland Grand Forks, North Dakota •• Andrea L. Johnson Gwinner, North Dakota Pharmaceutical Sciences •• Anya S. Jones Yoshkar-Ola, Russia • Danae J. Wennerberg Clear Lake, Minnesota Robin N. Jones Stirum, North Dakota Medical Laboratory Science • Lindsey E. Kirschenheiter Taylor, North Dakota Abby J. Wilder Crookston, Minnesota •• Hailey M. Kotts Morris, Minnesota Pharmaceutical Sciences • Nicole B. LaValle Cohasset, Minnesota Emily A. Wolf Bismarck, North Dakota Jeremiah P. Maier Bismarck, North Dakota Pharmaceutical Sciences Dylan B. Maii Fargo, North Dakota James R. Workin Walcott, North Dakota ••• Christian M. May Fargo, North Dakota Pharmaceutical Sciences ••• Katie M. McCorquodale Frazee, Minnesota ••• Alyssa A. Wyffels Willmar, Minnesota ••• Nicole C. McDonald Bemidji, Minnesota Pharmaceutical Sciences ••• Naomi E. Meier Mott, North Dakota Christopher D. Zabel Horace, North Dakota ••• Faith M. Morman Moorhead, Minnesota Pharmaceutical Sciences ••• Karin J. Mortenson Underwood, Minnesota ••• DeAnna M. Ziegler Hazen, North Dakota Allyson M. Mueller Cold Spring, Minnesota Pharmaceutical Sciences Blair M. Nalewaja El Dorado Hills, California • Trisha B. Nelson Grafton, North Dakota Oluchi A. Okakpu Lagos, Nigeria Mitchell D. Pesta Long Prairie, Minnesota Carlyssa R. Quam McLeod, North Dakota

34 • Cum Laude •• Magna Cum Laude ••• Summa Cum Laude + Summer Candidate • Cum Laude •• Magna Cum Laude ••• Summa Cum Laude + Summer Candidate 35 college of MASTER OF EDUCATION Krista L. Hulderman Fargo, North Dakota HUMAN DEVELOPMENT Hope Anderson Fargo, North Dakota Education Family and Consumer Sciences Education B.S., Valley City State University B.S., North Dakota State University Jenna I. Johnson Lisbon, North Dakota AND EDUCATION Nichol L. Anderson Sawyer, North Dakota Educational Leadership Educational Leadership B.S., University of North Dakota B.S., Minot State University Siri A. Johnson Fargo, North Dakota James S. Bear Jamestown, North Dakota Education Candidates will be presented by Dean Margaret Fitzgerald and marshaled by Dr. Claudette Peterson Educational Leadership B.A., University of Minnesota-Duluth and student marshal Savannah Miller. B.S., Valley City State University Jason D. Keating Mayville, North Dakota Erin Becker Fargo, North Dakota Educational Leadership Educational Leadership B.S., Mayville State University B.S., University of Jamestown Erik W. Kolb Fargo, North Dakota DOCTOR OF EDUCATION Polly J. Peterson Education Megan R. Boeddeker Fargo, North Dakota Education Rachel A. Johnson-Krug Northwood, North Dakota Counseling B.A., University of North Dakota Bismarck, North Dakota B.A., Jamestown College B.A., Minnesota State University-Moorhead Ciera S. Kroh Mandan, North Dakota B.S., University of Mary M.B.A., Regis University Cheryl L. Bombenger Fargo, North Dakota Education M.S., Fort Hayes State University “Three Non-Cognitive Factors That Influence the Educational Leadership B.S., University of Mary “Burnout in Athletic Training Students” Persistence of Student-Athletes: Motivation, B.S., Minnesota State University-Moorhead Joseph C. Kulas East Grand Forks, Minnesota Adviser: Dr . Claudette Peterson Engagement, and Grit” Damon K. Bosche Medina, North Dakota Counseling Adviser: Dr . Chris Ray Educational Leadership B.A., University of North Dakota Michelle G. Strang Health, Nutrition and Exercise Science B.S.Ed., Valley City State University Marinda L. Kurpius-Brock Crookston, Minnesota DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY West Fargo, North Dakota Jennifer E. Carney Moorhead, Minnesota Counseling B.S., North Dakota State University Erika L. Beseler Thompson Education B.S., North Dakota State University Educational Leadership Jonathan A. Labrensz Moorhead, Minnesota Fargo, North Dakota M.S., North Dakota State University B.S., Minnesota State University-Moorhead Education B.S., North Dakota State University “Individual, Social, and Environmental Darren L. Carter Aberdeen, South Dakota B.A., Concordia College M.S., North Dakota State University Determinants of Children’s Physical Activity Counseling Angela Larson Moorhead, Minnesota “Applying the Social Ecological Model to at Childcare” B.S., North Dakota State University Educational Leadership Perceptions of Student Learning Assessment Adviser: Dr .Abby Gold Kelsie J. Carter Fargo, North Dakota B.S., Minnesota State University-Moorhead Among Student Affairs Practitioners: A Q Karla V. Thoennes Education Counseling Anna R. Larson Moorhead, Minnesota Methodological Study” River Falls, Wisconsin B.S., University of South Dakota Educational Leadership Adviser: Dr . Chris Ray B.S., North Dakota State University Kyle N. Christoffersen Williston, North Dakota B.A., Concordia College Cailen M. Birtles Counselor Education and Supervision M.S., Mankato State University Educational Leadership Angela F. MacAdams Moorhead, Minnesota Colorado Springs, Colorado “Assessment Disposition: Qualities and Strategies for B.S., University of North Dakota Education B.S., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Development in Student-Affairs Professionals” Matthew R. Crane Wasilla, Alaska B.S., North Dakota State University M.A., University of Colorado Adviser: Dr . Chris Ray Educational Leadership Eryn R. Miller Thief River Falls, Minnesota “An Interdisciplinary Conceptualization of Jennifer R. Wenner Developmental Science B.S., Valley City State University Education Posttraumatic Growth: A Modified Delphi Study” Detroit Lakes, Minnesota Amber K. Diemert Valley City, North Dakota B.S., North Dakota State University Adviser: Dr . Brenda Hall B.A., Minnesota State University-Moorhead Educational Leadership Heather J. Mitzel Fargo, North Dakota Jessica A. Brown Counselor Education and Supervision M.S., North Dakota State University B.S., Minnesota State University-Moorhead Counseling Williston, North Dakota “Summer Youth Work Programs: An Evaluation and Jonathon L. Dondoneau Fargo, North Dakota B.S., North Dakota State University B.S., Austin Peay State University Examination of Variables Contributing to Educational Leadership Amy D. Monson Breckenridge, Minnesota M.Ed., North Dakota State University Adolescent Career Development” B.S., University of North Dakota Education “A Relational Investigation of the Therapeutic Adviser: Dr . Brandy Randall Jacqueline K. Donner Reeder, North Dakota B.S., North Dakota State University Alliance in Substance Abuse Treatment: A Educational Leadership Shawn M. Nelson Alexandria, Minnesota Qualitative Study” B.S., Dickinson State College Educational Leadership Adviser: Dr . Brenda Hall MASTER OF ATHLETIC TRAINING Jenna L. Forbord Moorhead, Minnesota B.S., North Dakota State University Sarah J. Greterman Health, Nutrition and Exercise Science Joshua M. Brodersen Vulcan, Michigan Counseling Amanda L. Ockert Cathay, North Dakota Fargo, North Dakota B.S., College of St. Scholastica B.A., Minnesota State University-Moorhead Counseling B.S., University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Taylor R. Jorgensen Halstad, Minnesota Nadia M. Fronning Rugby, North Dakota B.S., North Dakota State University M.S., North Dakota State University B.S., North Dakota State University Education Elizabeth M. Olson Fargo, North Dakota “Physical Activity and Quality of Life of Cancer Erin L. Krogh West Fargo, North Dakota B.S., University of North Dakota Educational Leadership Survivors” B.S., North Dakota State University Amrita Ganatra Cuttack, India B.S., Mayville State University Adviser: Dr . Bryan Christensen Erin E. Macaronas Coffeyville, Kansas Education Amanda M. Price Shalimar, Florida Cari A. Olson Education B.A., Washburn University B.S., North Dakota State University Family and Consumer Sciences Education Minot, North Dakota Kallie M. Schmit Plymouth, Minnesota Alyssa M. Gapinski Foley, Minnesota B.A., American Public University Systems B.S., Minot State University B.S., North Dakota State University Counseling Summer L. Romine Minot, North Dakota M.S., Minot State University Jordan P. Sperle Bismarck, North Dakota B.A., Minnesota State University-Moorhead Counseling “Mitigating Risk of Dropout: A Study Examining B.S., North Dakota State University Sarah M. George Fargo, North Dakota B.S.Ed., Valley City State University Motivational Constructs and Grit” Melissa M. Theige Moorhead, Minnesota Educational Leadership Allyson R. Rust Brainerd, Minnesota Adviser: Dr . Nathan Wood B.S., Colorado State University B.S., Minnesota State University-Moorhead Jordan L. Wolf Fargo, North Dakota Sarah C. Gress-Winter Fargo, North Dakota Counseling B.S., North Dakota State University Educational Leadership B.A., North Dakota State University B.S., North Dakota State University Denage R. Sauve Leeds, North Dakota Micah G. Hansen Evansville, Minnesota Counseling Counseling B.A., University of North Dakota B.S., North Dakota State University

36 37 Angela N. Scott Blaine, Minnesota Brooke L. Thiel West Fargo, North Dakota •• Meghan N. Bye Hanover, Minnesota • Jocelyn D. Fisher Wahpeton, North Dakota Counseling Agricultural Education Human Development and Family Science Human Development and Family Science B.S., North Dakota State University B.S., North Dakota State University Forrest D. Carlson Glenburn, North Dakota Casey D. Fonder Detroit Lakes, Minnesota+ Lindsay K. Seelig Lisbon, North Dakota Cynthia A. Withers Detroit, Michigan Social Science Education Hospitality and Tourism Management Educational Leadership Human Development and Family Science Rosealyn S. Carlson Plymouth, Minnesota Alex K. Fontaine West Fargo, North Dakota B.S., Minnesota State University-Moorhead B.S., University of Detroit Mercy Human Development and Family Science Exercise Science Heather M. Sinkler Argusville, North Dakota Kaelin J. Carlstrom Moorhead, Minnesota •• Abigail L. Ford Port Orchard, Washington Educational Leadership Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design Exercise Science B.S., North Dakota State University BACHELOR OF ARTS Alexis E. Carney Moorhead, Minnesota • Makenzie G. Forward Oakes, North Dakota Alana F. Tempest-Mitchell West Fargo, North Dakota • Alexandra K. Boschee Kalispell, Montana Exercise Science Dietetics Education Interior Design Maggie L. Chapin Long Prairie, Minnesota • Austin L. Fridrich Dickinson, North Dakota B.A., University of Colorado Boulder •• Mallory C. Hoch Fargo, North Dakota Human Development and Family Science Exercise Science M.A., Napier University English Education ••• Kylie J. Christianson Milnor, North Dakota •• Mitchell W. Friedman Oconto Falls, Wisconsin Caitlin J. Van Voorhis Bismarck, North Dakota •• Molly C. Scherer Fargo, North Dakota Family and Consumer Sciences Education Sport Management Counseling Human Development and Family Science Rebecca E. Claridge Eden Prairie, Minnesota Hannah M. Fussy North Prairie, Minnesota B.S., North Dakota State University Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design Human Development and Family Science Shaina E. Winning Valley City, North Dakota Anastasia M. Cole Bloomington, Minnesota+ Shonda L. Gasmann Max, North Dakota Counseling Sport Management Agricultural Education BACHELOR OF SCIENCE B.S., Valley City State University Bradley J. Conant Fargo, North Dakota Vera Gaylah Fargo, North Dakota ••• Miranda J. Abrahamson Becker, Minnesota ••• + Exercise Science Human Development and Family Science Human Development and Family Science Nicholas A. Corbit Roseau, Minnesota Paige A. Geske Chanhassen, Minnesota MASTER OF EDUCATION Wylee R. Allen St . Francis, Minnesota • Social Science Education Human Development and Family Science AWARDED POSTHUMOUSLY Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design Briana L. Cossette Fargo, North Dakota Benjamin N. Gordon Dickinson, North Dakota • Casey L. Allmaras Kindred, North Dakota •• + Randall S. Harms Dilworth, Minnesota Human Development and Family Science Sport Management Exercise Science Counseling Brandon L. Cox International Falls, Minnesota Ann M. Govig Bismarck, North Dakota Kelsey E. Altendorf Minto, North Dakota •• + B.S., University of Mary Exercise Science Exercise Science Human Development and Family Science Mariah J. Cummings Pine City, Minnesota Crissa M. Grabar Fargo, North Dakota Shawn L. Anderson Springfield, Minnesota+ •• + Human Development and Family Science Hospitality and Tourism Management Sport Management MASTER OF SCIENCE Collin J. Cunningham Hancock, Minnesota Shelby A. Gracik Elk River, Minnesota Mason J. Ankenbauer Kenmare, North Dakota+ + + Taylor J. Ashcraft Colorado Springs, Colorado Sport Management Sport Management Exercise Science Advanced Athletic Training Kiana R. Dahlen Fargo, North Dakota Matthew H. Gray Twin Lakes, Wisconsin Nicole D. Arends Pequot Lakes, Minnesota B.S., University of Northern Colorado Human Development and Family Science Biological Sciences Education Exercise Science Alyssa J. Carlson Park Rapids, Minnesota Christopher J. Deal Fargo, North Dakota Brenna M. Greenwood Fargo, North Dakota •• Kacia L. Argall Fargo, North Dakota ••• + Health, Nutrition and Exercise Science Sport Management Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design Human Development and Family Science B.S., University of North Dakota Chana L. Delzer Fargo, North Dakota Lacey A. Greff Bismarck, North Dakota Tiffany D. Bakker Ruthton, Minnesota + Adrienne M. Eider Fargo, North Dakota Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design Human Development and Family Science Human Development and Family Science Counseling Paige P. Deutz Marshall, Minnesota Erin M. Gress Leonard, North Dakota ••• Irosha P. Banagala Liyanage Colombo, Sri Lanka B.S., Minnesota State University-Moorhead Human Development and Family Science Human Development and Family Science Hospitality and Tourism Management Katherine A. Harmelink Hopkins, Minnesota Kaitlin C. Dick Pine Island, Minnesota Elizabeth M. Grimshaw Elk River, Minnesota Matthew D. Beehler Grand Forks, North Dakota + + Counseling Human Development and Family Science Human Development and Family Science Physical Education B.A., Concordia College Nicole A. Dietrich Fargo, North Dakota Chelsea L. Grove Oakes, North Dakota Health Education Michael S. McCrone West Fargo, North Dakota Exercise Science Human Development and Family Science •• Tylor W. Bennett Centennial, Colorado Advanced Athletic Training Jason T. Dockter West Fargo, North Dakota Madison M. Guler Ottertail, Minnesota Exercise Science • • + B.S., Concordia University-Wisconsin History Education Human Development and Family Science Alyssa C. Beuning Freeport, Minnesota Whitney M. Poser Mammoth Lakes, California Taylor T. Dorvinen Moorhead, Minnesota Kori J. Gunlikson Grenora, North Dakota Human Development and Family Science • Health, Nutrition and Exercise Science Human Development and Family Science Exercise Science Bailey N. Blondell Moorhead, Minnesota B.S., California State University-Monterey Bay Amy N. Duchene Eagan, Minnesota Mikayla L. Hahn Bottineau, North Dakota Hospitality and Tourism Management • Rebekah J. Rye Hartford, South Dakota Human Development and Family Science Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design •• Megan D. Boe Fargo, North Dakota Advanced Athletic Training Psychology Mason T. Haley New Rockford, North Dakota Dietetics •• B.S., South Dakota State University Elizabeth L. Eidenschink Fargo, North Dakota Biological Sciences Education • Zachary M. Bowe Lakeville, Minnesota Brian M. Schmidt Logan, Utah Human Development and Family Science Stephanie N. Hansana Warroad, Minnesota Social Science Education + Advanced Athletic Training Keyona M. Elkins Dickinson, North Dakota Hospitality and Tourism Management •• Gabriel M. Branco Honolulu, Hawaii ••• B.S., Southern Utah University Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design MacKenzie M. Hanson Jamestown, North Dakota Sport Management •• Stephanie N. Sevigny Grand Forks, North Dakota Kelly W. Engquist Herman, Minnesota Dietetics Wyatt M. Brandt Steele, North Dakota Family and Consumer Sciences Education Sport Management Caitlin A. Harp Rosemount, Minnesota Exercise Science B.S., North Dakota State University Tyanna J. Erickson Forman, North Dakota Interior Design •• Breanna M. Bregel Carrington, North Dakota + Kritika Sharma Chesterfield, Virginia Family and Consumer Sciences Education Stephanie A. Harr Mandan, North Dakota Agricultural Education Educational Leadership Danielle Esch Freeport, Minnesota Human Development and Family Science Hannah L. Breske Casselton, North Dakota+ + B.S., North Dakota State University Human Development and Family Science Tylor L. Hebel Roseau, Minnesota Exercise Science Randy V. Stach Breckenridge, Minnesota Anna K. Fadden Eagan, Minnesota Physical Education Kristy K. Bruner Glyndon, Minnesota Educational Leadership Human Development and Family Science Health Education Dietetics B.S., Valley City State University Jennifer L. Fassbender Kaukauna, Wisconsin Garrett L. Heim Harwood, North Dakota Dylan R. Burger Fargo, North Dakota Christa A. Stangl Pierz, Minnesota Human Development and Family Science Human Development and Family Science Exercise Science Health, Nutrition and Exercise Science Nicholas R. Feige Hector, Minnesota Abby J. Herbranson Battle Lake, Minnesota Miranda L. Burton West Fargo, North Dakota B.S., North Dakota State University Human Development and Family Science Human Development and Family Science Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design Daniel M. Streeter Moorhead, Minnesota Hannah M. Feland Grand Forks, North Dakota McKenzie J. Herz Bismarck, North Dakota Hannah R. Butzlaff White Bear Lake, Minnesota ••• Health, Nutrition and Exercise Science Human Development and Family Science Human Development and Family Science B.A., Concordia College Human Development and Family Science

38 • Cum Laude •• Magna Cum Laude ••• Summa Cum Laude + Summer Candidate • Cum Laude •• Magna Cum Laude ••• Summa Cum Laude + Summer Candidate 39 Krista A. Hoeg Fargo, North Dakota Michelle K. Lynch Maple Grove, Minnesota •• Leanne K. Oakes Bemidji, Minnesota Benjamin M. Schultz Brandon, South Dakota Human Development and Family Science Interior Design Exercise Science Human Development and Family Science Haley R. Horne Fargo, North Dakota Bryce K. Lynne Plaza, North Dakota • Brady J. Och White Bear Lake, Minnesota+ Amanda K. Schulz Crosby, North Dakota Human Development and Family Science Agricultural Education Exercise Science Human Development and Family Science Sydney H. Hylland North Branch, Minnesota+ • Warren F. Mack Langdon, North Dakota Lateef O. Olarinde Brooklyn Park, Minnesota+ Chloe V. Schurb Champlin, Minnesota Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design Physical Education Sport Management Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design • Macy A. Illich Fargo, North Dakota Health Education • Brady S. Osksa Plentywood, Montana Ashley M. Scott Fargo, North Dakota+ Human Development and Family Science Karly A. Maier St . Peter, Minnesota Mathematics Education Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design Macey R. Isaacs Mandan, North Dakota Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design Steven T. Otterson Maple Grove, Minnesota ••• Philip S. Shermoen West Fargo, North Dakota Agricultural Education Laura R. Manstrom Wyndmere, North Dakota Physical Education Dietetics ••• Amanda P. Jablonsky Fargo, North Dakota Family and Consumer Sciences Education Health Education •• Kelsie J. Silvernagel Strasburg, North Dakota Spanish Education ••• Callie M. Manthe Avon, Minnesota • Cassandra E. Pedersen Ham Lake, Minnesota Dietetics Spanish Human Development and Family Science Dietetics Emily A. Skelly Prior Lake, Minnesota Betsy M. Jeanotte Belcourt, North Dakota Johnny J. Marquez Bismarck, North Dakota Shayne P. Peltier Rolla, North Dakota Human Development and Family Science Social Science Education Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design Human Development and Family Science Ashley M. Smith Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota • Tyler L. Johnson Jamestown, North Dakota Kevin E. Mathews Rapid City, South Dakota Max L. Peterson Fargo, North Dakota Human Development and Family Science Exercise Science Mathematics Education Sport Management • Kelly N. Smith Eden Prairie, Minnesota Katelyn A. Johnston Shakopee, Minnesota+ Alexis A. Maucort Fargo, North Dakota •• Aloysia C. Pfeiffer Fargo, North Dakota Human Development and Family Science Human Development and Family Science Interior Design Mathematics Education Josephine F. Smude Brainerd, Minnesota Rachel L. Juhl Dayton, North Dakota Jamison L. McCleery Fargo, North Dakota Mathematics Exercise Science Human Development and Family Science Human Development and Family Science Tayler B. Phillips Fargo, North Dakota •• Kelsey A. Sorensen Wheaton, Minnesota •• Kelly M. Kading De Pere, Wisconsin Ashley L. McDonald Pelican Rapids, Minnesota Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design Dietetics Dietetics Human Development and Family Science •• Krista E. Pinewski Eagan, Minnesota • Jenna A. Specht St . Stephen, Minnesota Dustlynn S. Kaine Plymouth, Minnesota • Jennifer M. McLendon Lynn Broken Arrow, Human Development and Family Science Exercise Science Human Development and Family Science Oklahoma • Kendra E. Plaschko Eagan, Minnesota • McKell D. Sprenger Hawley, Minnesota • Kyla W. Kane Bovey, Minnesota Human Development and Family Science Sport Management Human Development and Family Science Hospitality and Tourism Management ••• RyLee M. Meier Bismarck, North Dakota Samantha J. Ploeger Andover, Minnesota Jordan L. Stalberger Detroit Lakes, Minnesota • Hailey L. Kappes Kent, Minnesota Human Development and Family Science Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design Human Development and Family Science Human Development and Family Science Tori E. Meyer Fargo, North Dakota Benjamin A. Ponzer Gwinner, North Dakota •• Tiffany M. Staloch Jamestown, North Dakota+ •• Arianna L. Karsky Wheaton, Minnesota Hospitality and Tourism Management Physical Education Human Development and Family Science Sport Management Lauren E. Miller St . Louis Park, Minnesota Haley G. Prim Buffalo, Minnesota Leala E. Stanton Shakopee, Minnesota Alexandria A. Kehrberg Cannon Falls, Minnesota Human Development and Family Science Human Development and Family Science Human Development and Family Science Human Development and Family Science • Emily A. Miron Fargo, North Dakota Colter A. Pritchard Langdon, North Dakota+ ••• Kaleigh J. Steffen Santa Fe, New Mexico •• Kaitlin A. Kelly Dickinson, North Dakota Exercise Science Sport Management Human Development and Family Science Biological Sciences Education • Lizane Montreuil Ste-Marthe-sur-le-Lac, Quebec • Jenna M. Radtke Bejou, Minnesota Katelyn S. Stegman Crookston, Minnesota Jordan A. Kent Fargo, North Dakota+ Social Science Education Agricultural Education English Education Hospitality and Tourism Management Morgan M. Morgan New Hartford, Iowa • Alex J. Renner Watertown, South Dakota English Rachel T. Kinsel Shoreview, Minnesota+ Family and Consumer Sciences Education Physical Education •• Brenna K. Stein Hankinson, North Dakota Hospitality and Tourism Management • April L. Moser Argusville, North Dakota+ Health Education Dietetics Akoya H. Kitzan Dickinson, North Dakota+ Human Development and Family Science Mariana M. Reopelle Fargo, North Dakota Nora F. Stevenson Waconia, Minnesota Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design Autumn L. Muckenhirn Naperville, Illinois Human Development and Family Science Exercise Science Katrina L. Knutson Fargo, North Dakota+ Human Development and Family Science Jordan T. Rheault West Fargo, North Dakota •• Jaclyn K. Stifter Silver Lake, Minnesota+ Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design •• Hope A. Munsterman Appleton, Minnesota Social Science Education Social Science Education Bailey N. Kohman Minnetonka, Minnesota Human Development and Family Science Grace Rodriguez Fargo, North Dakota+ Public History Human Development and Family Science • Brock E. Nagel Linton, North Dakota Human Development and Family Science •• Jade M. Storley Webster, South Dakota Ashley S. Kommer West Fargo, North Dakota Social Science Education Joshua A. Rodriguez Guadalupe, California Exercise Science Human Development and Family Science Physical Education Sport Management ••• Benjamin J. Sullivan Perham, Minnesota+ Andrew J. Kopp Bismarck, North Dakota Andronicus O. Neal Memphis, Tennessee • Nichole C. Roedel Bloomington, Minnesota Human Development and Family Science Social Science Education Human Development and Family Science Exercise Science •• Ross M. Swartz Willmar, Minnesota Jamie M. Kulla Lakeville, Minnesota • Morgan E. Nellis Avon, Minnesota Mary M. Roehrich Bismarck, North Dakota Exercise Science Human Development and Family Science Human Development and Family Science Human Development and Family Science Eric D. Sweeney Sabin, Minnesota •• Austin L. Lantz Sidney, Montana •• Kristin M. Nersten Pelican Rapids, Minnesota Torey T. Rohloff Dassel, Minnesota Exercise Science Exercise Science Human Development and Family Science Sport Management Wlehgie T. Swen Brooklyn Center, Minnesota •• Channing L. Larson New York Mills, Minnesota Jerrad M. Nieland Fargo, North Dakota+ Samantha B. Root Shakopee, Minnesota Human Development and Family Science Exercise Science Exercise Science Sport Management Taylor M. Tappe Frazee, Minnesota •• Emily D. Larson Warner, South Dakota Psychology Barbara J. Rossberg Foreston, Minnesota Human Development and Family Science Exercise Science Cody M. Nielson Fargo, North Dakota Human Development and Family Science •• Connor W. Teske Fargo, North Dakota Colton T. Laymon Warren, Minnesota Sport Management ••• Kayla A. Rust Alkabo, North Dakota Exercise Science Exercise Science Courtney J. Nilson Park River, North Dakota+ Human Development and Family Science Courtney R. Thoennes Alexandria, Minnesota ••• Keith M. Lehman Fargo, North Dakota Human Development and Family Science Madison C. Sams Savage, Minnesota Hospitality and Tourism Management Mathematics Education ••• Alissa M. Ningen Brookings, South Dakota Human Development and Family Science ••• Katie M. Thun Hermantown, Minnesota Mathematics Human Development and Family Science •• Trista R. Saulter Little Falls, Minnesota Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design •• Kjersten A. Lemke Eagle Lake, Minnesota Jasmine C. Nitschke Kulm, North Dakota Exercise Science • Marcus R. Thune Bismarck, North Dakota Dietetics Biological Sciences Education •• Kyla M. Schmidt Maple Grove, Minnesota Exercise Science Daria A. Liebe Milbank, South Dakota Alyssa A. Nord Maple Grove, Minnesota Exercise Science •• Bethany E. Tompkins Fargo, North Dakota Human Development and Family Science Human Development and Family Science Katherine M. Schoenenberger Windom, Human Development and Family Science • Marisha L. Lindquist Bemidji, Minnesota Regina M. Nyanfor Fargo, North Dakota+ Minnesota ••• David R. Tompkins Fargo, North Dakota Human Development and Family Science Sport Management Human Development and Family Science Exercise Science

40 • Cum Laude •• Magna Cum Laude ••• Summa Cum Laude + Summer Candidate • Cum Laude •• Magna Cum Laude ••• Summa Cum Laude + Summer Candidate 41 college of Hope E. Tompkins Fargo, North Dakota Darian L. Winslow Albertville, Minnesota Human Development and Family Science Human Development and Family Science •• Jordyn N. Trangsrud Thompson, North Dakota Nicole L. Winsor St . Michael, Minnesota SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS Human Development and Family Science Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design Sydnee N. Vacura Mandan, North Dakota • Amber A. Winter Burnsville, Minnesota+ Human Development and Family Science Hospitality and Tourism Management Candidates to be presented by Dean Scott Wood and marshaled by Dr. Dogan Comez Carly M. Vesledahl Nerstrand, Minnesota Rebecca M. Wisness-Warner Maddock, and student marshal Thomas Blommel. Human Development and Family Science North Dakota+ Brittany R. Voulgarakis Fargo, North Dakota Human Development and Family Science Human Development and Family Science Abigail K. Woodford Red Wing, Minnesota ••• Sheyenne M. Weber Casselton, North Dakota Human Development and Family Science Interior Design Alexis K. Yaniero Maple Grove, Minnesota DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY Aditya P. Goparaju Computer Science Deidra A. Webster Devils Lake, North Dakota Human Development and Family Science Andrew A. Abeyta Psychology Hyderabad, India Human Development and Family Science • Mikayla M. Young Napoleon, North Dakota Colorado Springs, Colorado B.S., Jawharlal Nehru Technological University Kelly A. Weir Fargo, North Dakota Human Development and Family Science B.A., Colorado College M.S., State University of New York, Buffalo Interior Design • Kristen E. Zattera Victoria, Minnesota M.A., University of Colorado “Mining Maximal Cohesive Subnetworks from Veronica M. Weisel Glenwood, Minnesota Human Development and Family Science “Awakening the Social Self: Nostalgia Regulates Node Attributed Graphs” Human Development and Family Science Katelyn M. Zaun Fargo, North Dakota Loneliness by Energizing Approach-Related Social Adviser: Dr . Saeed Salem Katherine A. Well Bismarck, North Dakota Mathematics Education Motivation” Jaime L. Jensen Biochemistry Human Development and Family Science Katie N. Zeltinger Fargo, North Dakota Adviser: Dr . Clay Routledge Devils Lake, North Dakota Makenzie K. Westgard Westby, Montana Human Development and Family Science Seth A. Adrian Chemistry B.S., North Dakota State University Hospitality and Tourism Management • Patricia R. Zikmund Pisek, North Dakota Marion, South Dakota “Structural Basis for the Regulation of a Conserved Nichole M. Wheeler Moorhead, Minnesota+ Mathematics Education B.A., Augustana College TonB-Dependent Iron Transport System in Human Development and Family Science Family and Consumer Sciences Education “Study of the Inorganic Biochemistry of Bacterial Gram-Negative Bacteria” Strategic Communication • Katie J. Zueger Bismarck, North Dakota+ Heme Uptake” Adviser: Dr . Christopher Colbert • Miranda F. Wilcox Horace, North Dakota Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design Adviser: Dr . Kenton Rodgers Ekua F. Kotoka Statistics Dietetics Abdulaziz A. Attaallah Software Engineering Fargo, North Dakota • Ashton R. Wiltgen St . Cloud, Minnesota Fargo, North Dakota B.S., Methodist University College Dietetics B.S., King Abduleziz University M.S., North Dakota State University M.C.I.S., Gannon University “Identification of Differentially Expressed Genes “A Structural Complexity Metric Model for Web when the Distribution of Effect Sizes is Interfaces” Asymmetric in Two Class Experiments” Adviser: Dr . Kenneth Magel Adviser: Dr . Megan Orr Erin A. Brownlee Mathematics Mun Yee Kwan Psychological Clinical Science Fargo, North Dakota Selangor, Malaysia B.A., Minnesota State University-Moorhead B.S., Bemidji State University B.S., Minnesota State University-Moorhead M.S., Bemidji State University “Edge-Colored Graph C*-algebras” “Does Social Support Influence Bulimic Behaviors Adviser: Dr . Benton Duncan through Its Impact on Cognitive Appraisal?” Md M. Chowdhury Computer Science Adviser: Dr . Kathryn Gordon Dhaka, Bangladesh Madhura M. Pade Coatings and Polymeric Materials B.S., Daffodil International University Vashi, India M.S., North Dakota State University B.Eng., Maharashtra Institute of Technology “Empirical Study in Cyber Deception: “Fouling-Release Marine Coatings: Effect of Computational Trust and Cloud Neutrality” Surface Damage on FR Performance of SiPU Adviser: Dr Kendall E . Nygard Coatings and Novel Non-Isocyanate Glycidyl Anthony M. Clay Chemistry Carbamate Technologies” West Fargo, North Dakota Adviser: Dr . Dean Webster B.S., University of Jamestown Christina R. Roylance Psychology “Interactions of Light with Organic Chromophores: Newton, Massachusetts A Photochemical and Photophysical Investigation ”. B.A., New York University Adviser: Dr . Jayaraman Sivaguru M.S., North Dakota State University Jonathan A. Dees Zoology “Playing the Objectification Game: How Women’s Bismarck, North Dakota Self-Esteem Impacts the Existential Consequences B.S., Illinois Institute of Technology of Objectification” M.S., North Dakota State University Adviser: Dr . Clay Routledge “Effects of Phylogenetic Tree Style on Student Alex S. Torson Zoology Comprehension” Fargo, North Dakota Adviser: Dr . Jennifer Momsen B.S., North Dakota State University Jiawei Gong Software Engineering “The Transcriptional and Physiological Components Fargo, North Dakota of Low Temperature Stress Responses in the Alfalfa B.Eng., East China University of Science and Technology Leafcutting Bee, Megachile Rotundata” M.S., North Dakota State University Adviser: Dr . Julia Bowsher “Experimental and Theoretical Studies of Nano- structured Electrodes for Use in Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells” Adviser: Dr . Sumathy Krishnan

42 • Cum Laude •• Magna Cum Laude ••• Summa Cum Laude + Summer Candidate 43 MASTER OF SCIENCE Ahmed J. Syed St . Paul, Minnesota Eneida M. Vilella Bismarck, North Dakota Logan R. Brink Spicer, Minnesota Sejaa Y. Al-Badrani Fargo, North Dakota Software Engineering Psychology Biological Sciences Chemistry B.A., University of Luton Robbie C. Brink Isle, Minnesota+ B.S., Al-Nahrain University Abu Md Niamul TaufiqueNatore, Bangladesh Zoology Betty E. Amuge Kampala, Uganda Physics BACHELOR OF SCIENCE Jade Brunsvold Fargo, North Dakota Computer Science B.S., Khulna University of Engineering & Technology Gloria A. Albert Fargo, North Dakota Zoology B.S., Makerere University Nicholas C. Taylor Minot, North Dakota Psychology John E. Bumgarner Fargo, North Dakota Lohit Bhurale Fargo, North Dakota Applied Statistics Thomas P. Ames Fargo, North Dakota Statistics Software Engineering B.A., Minot State University Computer Science Richelle M. Burns Fargo, North Dakota B.Tech., Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Mason M. Wehse West Fargo, North Dakota • Alyssa J. Anderson Lindstrom, Minnesota Zoology Ezekiel O. Brockmann Fargo, North Dakota Psychology Psychology Alyssa J. Cahoon Bismarck, North Dakota Applied Statistics B.A., University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Erin L. Anderson Hastings, Minnesota Zoology B.A., Fort Lewis College Juechen Yang Taiyuan, China Psychology Clay R. Carufel Bismarck, North Dakota Kathryn Campbell Daleville, Virginia Software Engineering •• Hallie B. Anderson Edgeley, North Dakota Physics Applied Statistics B.Mgt., Beijing University of Post and Telecommunications Psychology ••• Seunghyun Choi Daejeon, South Korea B.S., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Weikang Yang Nanchang, China Zachary D. Anderson Fargo, North Dakota Biotechnology Feng Chang Zhou Shan, China Software Engineering Zoology ••• Hannah K. Christenson Eden Prairie, Minnesota Software Engineering B.S., North Dakota State University Nealul R. Andrew Fargo, North Dakota Psychology B.S., University of Minnesota-Crookston Xiaoyi Zhou Fargo, North Dakota Psychology Human Development and Family Sciences Priyanka Dawar Panipat, India Applied Statistics ••• Jordan C. Andrud Lamoure, North Dakota Hannah U. Claesson Maansson Limhamn, Computer Science B.A., University of Minnesota Zoology Sweden B.Tech., Kurukshetra University Yue Zhou Fargo, North Dakota • David W. Arnold Kandiyohi, Minnesota Psychology Ping Hu West Fargo, North Dakota Applied Statistics Zoology Benjamin J. Clark Minot, North Dakota Computer Science B.S., Yangtze University Jack A. Ashu Minneapolis, Minnesota Computer Science B.S., Shanghai Jiao Tong University Psychology Mathematics Spoorthy Kanajal Chandrakanth Hyderabad, India Zoology Weston L. Clark Lake Village, Arkansas Software Engineering MASTER OF SOFTWARE •• Gage S. Askegard Barnesville, Minnesota Psychology B.Tech., Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University ENGINEERING Computer Science Cameron G. Coffey Minnetonka, Minnesota Bala Venkata Ram Killada Narsipatnam, India Amit Arora Delhi, India •• Nathan G. Backowski Flensburg, Minnesota Biological Sciences Computer Science B.S., Punjab Technical University Zoology Kenneth J. Collins Plymouth, Minnesota B.E., Andhra University Rance T. Brown Stanton, North Dakota Alex S. Baumgarten Jamestown, North Dakota Biological Sciences Pranay Kumar New Delhi, India B.S., North Dakota State University Mathematics James A. Corcoran White Bear Lake, Minnesota Software Engineering Bobby A. Carlton North Richland Hills, Texas Emily A. Berchem Cottage Grove, Minnesota Computer Science B.S., North Dakota State University B.B.A., University of Texas-Arlington Zoology •• Margaret E. Crippen Missoula, Montana Tika R. Lamitare Fargo, North Dakota Noah Dennis San Francisco, California ••• Rio M. Bergh Havana, North Dakota Statistics Applied Statistics B.A., University of California-Davis Psychology Jacob D. Crompton Hawley, Minnesota B.S., North Dakota State University Carolyn R. Heiser Chugiak, Alaska English Geology Michelle C. Lund Grantsburg, Wisconsin B.A., University of St. Thomas Zachary K. Bergseth West Fargo, North Dakota Christopher S. Dahl Lakeville, Minnesota Chemistry Puneet Mehta New Delhi, India Chemistry Computer Science B.S., Winona State University B.S., North Dakota State University •• Megan J. Biegler Underwood, Minnesota ••• Kristina L. Dahl Barnesville, Minnesota Divya Muttineni Jaggayyapet, India Dale J. Patterson Colorado Springs, Colorado Zoology Biological Sciences Computer Science B.S., University of Phoenix Pharmaceutical Sciences Landon A. Dallmann Jamestown, North Dakota B.Tech., Jawaherlal Nehru Technolgical University Migdad Selimovic St . Augustine, Florida •• Christopher A. Bigelow Fergus Falls, Minnesota Biological Sciences Sravan R. Narra Owgale, India B.S., Arizona State University Computer Science Shayla Dang Blaine, Minnesota Computer Science Jason B. Stone Wahpeton, North Dakota Christopher M. Blomstrand Stillwater, Minnesota Biological Sciences B.Tech., SRM University B.S., North Dakota State University Psychology • Tien N. Dao Fargo, North Dakota Om Prakash Nekkanti Vijaywada, India Robert C. Williams West Fargo, North Dakota Katie E. Boe Fargo, North Dakota Zoology Computer Science B.A.S., Minot State University Psychology Trevor L. Deere Kennedy, Minnesota B.S., Acharya Nagarjuna University •• Juldie Bohmer Detroit Lakes, Minnesota Zoology Fitria Ningsih Kendari, Indonesia Psychology Jaskirat S. Deosi Kolkata, India Biology BACHELOR OF ARTS Joseph R. Borowicz Corcoran, Minnesota Psychology B.M., Hasanuddin University Anna M. Determan Excelsior, Minnesota+ Katelyn J. Brockhaus Hartford, South Dakota Computer Science Laura A. Paulson Fargo, North Dakota Bryce A. Bowser Fargo, North Dakota Psychology Statistics Biology Computer Science Brendon D. Disrud Champlin, Minnesota •• Taylor N. Ensrude Grafton, North Dakota B.S., North Dakota State University Rebecca J. Bradley Imperial Beach, California Chemistry Zoology + Kaylin M. Pavlik Fargo, North Dakota Psychology Dalton K. England Gilbert, Arizona Anne C. Faba Northfield, Minnesota Applied Statistics Christian M. Braima Fargo, North Dakota Psychology Statistics B.A., Boston College Computer Science • Rebecca F. Erickson Colgate, North Dakota Nicholas J. Feikema Hanover, Minnesota Rumana Rashid Chaka, Bangladesh Kristy L. Brandt Fargo, North Dakota Biological Sciences Computer Science • Software Engineering Psychology ••• Heather A. Evin West Fargo, North Dakota ••• Mariah R. Kresky St . Joseph, Minnesota B.B.A., North South University Women and Gender Studies Biological Sciences Psychology Kent S. Ridl Dickinson, North Dakota Walker P. Brandt Steele, North Dakota Jordan R. Falcon Trenton, North Dakota Michael W. McCrory Bismarck, North Dakota Physics Computer Science Computer Science Computer Science B.S., University of North Dakota Eric A. Braun Fargo, North Dakota Brett J. Farstveet Bismarck, North Dakota Kristin C. Schleif Eden Prairie, Minnesota San Ha Seo Seoul, Republic of Korea Computer Science Psychology Computer Science Computer Science Marissa L. Bridgeman Detroit Lakes, Minnesota ••• Oluwatomilola O. Fatoba Moorhead, Minnesota •• Deovandski Skibinski Jr. Belem, Brazil B.S., Winona State University Psychology Biological Sciences Computer Science

44 • Cum Laude •• Magna Cum Laude ••• Summa Cum Laude + Summer Candidate • Cum Laude •• Magna Cum Laude ••• Summa Cum Laude + Summer Candidate 45 ••• Bryant T. Feist Reiles Acres, North Dakota Alyssa S. Jensen Fargo, North Dakota • Megan E. Malecha Breezy Point, Minnesota Zoe M. Portlas Eden Prairie, Minnesota Computer Science Zoology Psychology Biological Sciences Matthew M. Fevold Roseau, Minnesota Elizabeth M. Jensen Jamestown, North Dakota Joseph R. Manoles Chanhassen, Minnesota Calla J. Price Stanton, North Dakota Computer Science Biological Sciences Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Zoology •• Danielle R. Freitag Fergus Falls, Minnesota Alecsis M. Jezeski Klamath Falls, Oregon ••• Samuel A. Mastel Bismarck, North Dakota Psychology Psychology Psychology Biological Sciences Jessica J. Priebe Dickinson, North Dakota •• Halley A. Fritze Albertville, Minnesota Joshua J. Johnson Langdon, North Dakota Andre M. Maund Bismarck, North Dakota Biological Sciences Mathematics Chemistry Psychology • Trevor D. Priestley Rochester, Minnesota Arigun Ganbat Dornod, Mongolia Sean R. Johnson Farmington, Minnesota+ Quinten R. McCoy Fargo, North Dakota+ Computer Science Psychology Biological Sciences Psychology Luke W. Rable White Bear Lake, Minnesota+ Mitchell J. Gerard Baxter, Minnesota ••• Morgan A. Jones Fargo, North Dakota ••• Austin S. McCullough Detroit Lakes, Minnesota Biological Sciences Computer Science Psychology Biological Sciences Erin M. Radtke Fargo, North Dakota Brant B. Gilbertson Fargo, North Dakota Human Development and Family Sciences Taylor M. McDonald Fargo, North Dakota Computer Science Zoology Seth A. Jones Elmwood, Wisconsin Psychology ••• Cole V. Rehovsky Park River, North Dakota Jaron T. Ginkel Eden Prairie, Minnesota Zoology Marshall D. McKeever Erskine, Minnesota Zoology Computer Science Levi J. Joraanstad Rolla, North Dakota Computer Science •• Mikayla L. Rekken Mayville, North Dakota Brandon L. Grindall Perham, Minnesota Computer Science •• Weston S. McKenney Circle Pines, Minnesota Zoology Computer Science •• Samantha L. Jorgenson Zimmerman, Minnesota Computer Science Kelan P. Riley Vining, Minnesota •• Tanner K. Gustafson Carlos, Minnesota Zoology Kayla R. Mehrer Glyndon, Minnesota+ Computer Science Zoology Priyangshu P. Kakoty Bongaigaon, India Biochemistry and Molecular Biology •• Nasar A. Roble Fargo, North Dakota •• Damon B. Hage Colfax, North Dakota Computer Science Kyle D. Merfeld Park Rapids, Minnesota Computer Science Computer Science Shelby R. Kappes Twin Valley, Minnesota Computer Science Dylan L. Rogers North Branch, Minnesota • Jaymie D. Hansen St . Michael, Minnesota Psychology • Joseph R. Mitchell Mahtomedi, Minnesota Psychology Psychology • Courtney M. Karnopp Eagan, Minnesota Computer Science • Margaret P. Russell Princeton, Minnesota Jared D. Hanson Scranton, North Dakota Biological Sciences Carl P. Molnar Vadnais Heights, Minnesota Psychology Computer Science ••• Colton R. Keller Fargo, North Dakota Computer Science Criminal Justice Madison T. Hanson Fargo, North Dakota Computer Science Ali K. Moody Dickinson, North Dakota • Brooke P. Scherping Freeport, Minnesota Zoology Mathematics Psychology Psychology • Benjamin G. Hapip Dickinson, North Dakota Rachel M. Kirby Sartell, Minnesota •• Joseph K. Moses Fergus Falls, Minnesota Caleb J. Schmidt Hanska, Minnesota Computer Science Zoology Computer Science Psychology •• Adam P. Hart Valley City, North Dakota ••• Kyle R. Knutson Kathryn, North Dakota •• Isaac J. Nelson St . Cloud, Minnesota Buster D. Schrader Jamestown, North Dakota Computer Science Zoology Zoology Computer Science ••• Zhuoran He Beijing, China • Kinzie S. Koch Bismarck, North Dakota ••• Mason D. Nelson Lake Park, Minnesota •• Jacob T. Schulze Jamestown, North Dakota Computer Science Zoology Statistics Physics Dennis S. Heinle White Earth, North Dakota Cameron J. Koshney Fargo, North Dakota Mathematics Conrad L. Schwarzkopf Bismarck, North Dakota Computer Science Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Rebecca C. Nelson Buffalo, Minnesota Psychology Greta K. Herschlip Fargo, North Dakota Thomas A. Krizan Hebron, North Dakota+ Computer Science Carter J. Schweitzer Fargo, North Dakota Psychology Physics Jamie A. Newberger Fargo, North Dakota Zoology • Reid B. Hessman Bismarck, North Dakota Mikala B. Kruse Rogers, Minnesota Psychology ••• Barbara L. Senger Mandan, North Dakota Chemistry Zoology Alyssa S. Nichols Fargo, North Dakota Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Benjamin E. Hill Champlin, Minnesota Tyler S. Kuehn Fargo, North Dakota Psychology Microbiology Psychology Geology Isaiah C. Nicolai New Rockford, North Dakota Erica L. Sevigny Grafton, North Dakota Chase L. Hillebrand Reynolds, North Dakota •• Victoria O. Kyereme Woodbury, Minnesota Computer Science Zoology Geology Computer Science ••• Courtney M. O’Hotto Nisswa, Minnesota Vijay D. Shah Eden Prairie, Minnesota Alan J. Hiltner Wales, North Dakota ••• Allie J. Lahren Sioux Falls, South Dakota Psychology Physics Mathematics Zoology Human Development and Family Sciences Mathematics Dane B. Hogoboom Cottage Grove, Minnesota •• Andrew J. Lantz Fargo, North Dakota •• Whitney S. Ong Klang, Selangor Tongxin Shi Shanxi, China Chemistry Psychology Chemistry Computer Science Hannah L. Hood North St . Paul, Minnesota Caleb J. Larsen North Branch, Minnesota Benjamin S. Osman Fargo, North Dakota •• Daniel A. Shira Fargo, North Dakota Psychology Computer Science Geology Mathematics •• Gregor A. Horvath Fargo, North Dakota • Erik R. LaVanier Vadnais Heights, Minnesota Andrea L. Oswald Fargo, North Dakota+ • Hailey S. Silvers Richmond, Minnesota Psychology Computer Science Geology Psychology ••• Allison J. Hoy West Fargo, North Dakota Garrett B. Leatherman Minnetonka, Minnesota Tanner D. Otto Bismarck, North Dakota Niharika Singh Lucknow, India Zoology Computer Science Computer Science Computer Science ••• Benjamin P. Huber West Fargo, North Dakota Emery T. Lipp Bismarck, North Dakota • Jae Hyun Park Daejeon, South Korea Ravindra P. Singh Lucknow, India Zoology Zoology Chemistry Computer Science Biotechnology Alexander J. Lobeck Chandler, Arizona Tyra J. Payer Belcourt, North Dakota+ Ashley J. Sitz Bismarck, North Dakota •• Mi T. Huynh Worthington, Minnesota Psychology Psychology Psychology Computer Science Emily L. Luebke Strasburg, North Dakota+ • Dillon C. Perryman Moorhead, Minnesota Franklin S. Slaby Moorhead, Minnesota Mathematics Biological Sciences Psychology Computer Science •• Rose A. Jackson Willmar, Minnesota Melissa K. Maertens West Fargo, North Dakota Bekah J. Peterson Mandan, North Dakota Martha C. Sloan West Fargo, North Dakota Mathematics Geology Zoology Physics Computer Science ••• Cody A. Magnuson Willmar, Minnesota Joshua T. Philippy Fargo, North Dakota • Branden J. Smith West Fargo, North Dakota • Jestin L. Jacobs Cold Spring, Minnesota Zoology Computer Science Psychology Computer Science Ryan I. Mahoney Ely, Minnesota ••• Samuel C. Pirrotta Vergas, Minnesota Kayla A. Smith Rosemount, Minnesota ••• Anthony J. Jacobson West Fargo, North Dakota Zoology Zoology Psychology Zoology Cory J. Malchow Maple Plain, Minnesota Kaitlyn S. Pnewski Shoreview, Minnesota Emily K. Spier Buffalo, Minnesota Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Zoology Psychology

46 • Cum Laude •• Magna Cum Laude ••• Summa Cum Laude + Summer Candidate • Cum Laude •• Magna Cum Laude ••• Summa Cum Laude + Summer Candidate 47 college of Scott M. St. Amant White Bear Lake, Minnesota Colton J. Ulmer Bismarck, North Dakota Computer Science Behavioral Statistics UNIVERSITY STUDIES • Bonnie J. Stalberger Callaway, Minnesota Savannah M. Voeltz Pingree, North Dakota+ Zoology Psychology Chasity S. Stanczyk West Fargo, North Dakota Dylan R. Walker New Brighton, Minnesota Psychology Psychology Candidates will be presented by Dean Kent Sandstrom and marshaled by Drew Espeseth Jeffrey R. Steichen Jr. Horace, North Dakota+ Nathan J. Wallestad Ramsey, Minnesota and student marshal Karl Benson. Psychology Computer Science Lucas E. Stein Shafer, Minnesota • Joshua T. Wallgren-Mindermann Fergus Falls, Computer Science Minnesota Jackson J. Stensby Buffalo, Minnesota Computer Science Biological Sciences • Matthew J. Wangler Apple Valley, Minnesota BACHELOR OF UNIVERSITY STUDIES Breanna K. Lien Minot, North Dakota Graham F. Stoltenow Moorhead, Minnesota Biological Sciences Eliot J. Axvig Bismarck, North Dakota Luke A. Lind Eden Prairie, Minnesota Biotechnology ••• Jonah M. Warwick Sioux Falls, South Dakota • Karl O. Benson Minneapolis, Minnesota Lindsay L. Lundstrom Fargo, North Dakota+ • Caleb M. Stubstad Fargo, North Dakota Zoology Parker L. Bodkins Minnetonka, Minnesota+ Joseph M. Miller Minneapolis, Minnesota+ Psychology Daniel R. Watkins Fargo, North Dakota Loren T. Boots Bismarck, North Dakota Serina E. Moss International Falls, Minnesota+ Kaitlyn M. Sundby Stephen, Minnesota+ Mathematics Tyler A. Card West Fargo, North Dakota Logan M. Paxton Elk Grove, California+ Zoology Statistics Rachel L. Carlson Audubon, Minnesota Shelly J. Pherson Moorhead, Minnesota Mark D. Swam Shakopee, Minnesota Katelyn R. Weimerskirch East Dubuque, Illinois Terric A. Clark Africa+ Taylor W. Poss Fargo, North Dakota+ Computer Science Zoology Katherine A. David Minneapolis, Minnesota+ Daniel J. Regan Omaha, Nebraska Karina J. Swift Fargo, North Dakota Cassidy N. Wendler Valley City, North Dakota Dean P. Derosier Monticello, Minnesota+ Andrea J. Ricard Glyndon, Minnesota+ Biological Sciences Zoology Carlin D. Dupree Milwaukee, Wisconsin+ Alexander P. Rogers Nanaimo, British Columbia, • Chengyao Tang Beijing, China •• Derek M. Weninger Bismarck, North Dakota King M. Frazier Kansas City, Missouri Canada Computer Science Zoology • Eric D. Gerst Fargo, North Dakota •• Sarah R. Schell Linton, North Dakota • Anuj Teotia Kolkata, India •• Brynia M. Westra Coon Rapids, Minnesota Brenda M. Haaland Mandan, North Dakota Benjamin R. Tynan Kennewick, Washington Computer Science Zoology Divij Handa Delhi, India Raquel M. Wellentin Fargo, North Dakota Mathematics Logan J. Weyandt Lino Lakes, Minnesota Connor P. Holland West Fargo, North Dakota Ted H. Werre Fargo, North Dakota Adam J. Thomas Ramsey, Minnesota Psychology Drey T. LaCroix Hastings, Minnesota+ Paige L. Whipple Plymouth, Minnesota Computer Science • Jory M. White Valley City, North Dakota ••• Brian E. Lee Moorhead, Minnesota Zachary J. Ziemer Lakeville, Minnesota • Breanna R. Thompson Fargo, North Dakota Zoology Psychology •• Jaden D. Wirrenga Bismarck, North Dakota • Benjamin M. Thurn Bismarck, North Dakota Computer Science Computer Science •• Samuel R. Wyatt Farmington, Minnesota •• Sarah A. Todd International Falls, Minnesota Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Chemistry Nikhil Yadav Narela, India •• Noelle P. Torrance Sartell, Minnesota Computer Science Zoology •• Kai Yao Fargo, North Dakota Christopher M. Trom Stillwater, Minnesota Computer Science Computer Science ••• Jianfeng Zhang Shiyan City, China • Lauren R. Tupa Fargo, North Dakota Statistics Statistics ••• Brett D. Turbeville Harris, Minnesota Psychology

48 • Cum Laude •• Magna Cum Laude ••• Summa Cum Laude + Summer Candidate • Cum Laude •• Magna Cum Laude ••• Summa Cum Laude + Summer Candidate 49 STATE BOARD OF HIGHER EDUCATION

Kathleen Neset, Tioga, Chair Nick Evans, Student Member, Don Morton, Fargo, Vice Chair North Dakota State University Kari Reichert, Bismarck Andy Wakeford, Staff Advisor, Lake Region State College Kevin Melicher, Fargo Ernst Pijning, Faculty Advisor, Mike Ness, Hazen Minot State University Nick Hacker, Bismarck Greg Stemen, Oakes

NDSU THEN NDSU NOW NDSU PRESIDENTS North Dakota had been a state a little less than NDSU is a national model of a successful a year when Governor John Miller signed a bill student-focused, land-grant, research on March 8, 1890, designating a square mile institution .The university is an energized, President ...... Te r m of land adjoining Fargo as the site of the new vibrant institution that enrolled more Stockbridge, Horace E ...... 1890 - 1893 campus and demonstration farm under the than 14,400 students during fall 2016 in Powers, J . B . (Acting) ...... 1893 - 1895 name, North Dakota Agricultural College . its undergraduate and graduate programs . Worst, John H ...... 1895 - 1916 Approximately 95 percent of NDSU students Ladd, Edwin F ...... 1916 - 1921 A commitment to the federal government are in face-to-face, traditional classroom-based Keene, Edward S . (Acting) ...... February - September, 1921 was honored by establishing a college of courses, a figure that leads the state by Coulter, John Lee...... 1921 - 1929 agriculture and mechanic arts under the a large margin . Morrill Act of 1862 .The course of studies Minard, Archibald E . (Acting) ...... July - September, 1929 was to be a harmonious blend of technical NDSU excels in areas of innovative and Shepperd, John B ...... 1929 - 1937 and academic subjects . technology-driven research, with more than West, John C . (Acting) ...... 1937 - 1938 $155 million in research expenditures reported Eversull, Frank L ...... 1938 - 1946 Known as a people’s college, NDSU was part in fiscal year 2016 . NDSU is listed in the Top Sevrinson, Charles A . (Acting) ...... June - July, 1946 of a bold new experiment to provide access to 100 research universities in the United States Longwell, John H ...... 1946 - 1948 a college education for the common person . for research and development in agricultural Hultz, Fred S ...... 1948 - 1961 That was how it started . sciences, chemistry, computer science, physical Hazen, Arlon G . (Acting) ...... 1961 - 1962 sciences, psychology and social sciences, based Albrecht, H R...... 1962 - 1967 on research expenditures reported to the Loftsgard, L .D ...... 1968 - 1987 National Science Foundation . Koob, Robert (Acting) October ...... 1987 - May 1988 Ozbun, J .L ...... 1988 - 1995 Plough, Thomas R ...... 1995 - 1998 Fischer, Allan G . (Interim) ...... June 1998 - 1999 Chapman, Joseph A ...... June 1999 - 2009 Hanson, Richard (Interim) ...... 2009 - 2010 Bresciani, Dean L ...... 2010 - present

50 51 THE ACADEMIC PROCESSIONAL

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.

To signal the achievements of their students, Today, customs vary in different parts of the The wide velvet borders extending down the by scientific discoveries . Pink was taken from American institutions of higher learning world . Generally in Europe, professors wear the front of the doctoral gown, the velvet bars on the pink brocade prescribed for the Oxford conduct a formal ceremony to award the type of garment customary in the university the sleeves and the borders of most hoods, are doctors of music . Olive, a shade of green, was appropriate degrees earned at the conclusion where they are lecturing . In the United States, colored according to the scholarly field of the selected for pharmacy, which is closely allied to of prescribed study .The action of taking the professors continue to wear the gown and hood wearer .The most usual of these doctoral hood medicine; while russet brown, the color of dress degree — baccalaureate, master’s or doctorate, of the university from which they received colors are the following: worn by old English foresters, indicates forestry . as well as the designation of the day itself their highest degree .The gown, in origin, —is Commencement .Various explanations may have been simply a type of overcoat to blue violet Architecture Graduate candidates wear a hood colored of the term Commencement are possible . protect the teacher from the cold in unheated white Arts, Letters and Humanities according to the scholarly field of the wearer . The most likely is that centuries ago the buildings; the cut or style seems to be derived copper Economics maize Agriculture, Food Systems, bachelor, originally an apprentice, began an from ecclesiastical attire . It has usually been light blue Education and Natural Resources apprenticeship upon that day; and with the black; however, in recent years some institutions orange Engineering brown Landscape Architecture and degree of M .A . and Ph .D ., the masters and have adopted a school color for their gowns . brown Fine Arts Environmental Design doctors commenced their work upon the day The gowns of bachelors and masters are usually crimson Communication white Arts, Humanities their degrees were conferred . So today, students, without trimmings of any sort, whereas those purple Law having finished their preliminary education, of doctors are faced down the front with and Social Sciences lemon Library Science set out upon the career for which they velvet and adorned with three velvet bars drab Business pink Music have prepared . on the sleeves . light blue Education dark blue Philosophy orange Engineering ACADEMIC APPAREL The cap or “mortarboard” may have come sage green Physical Education maroon Human Development As cited in Academic Heraldry in America from the squarish cap worn by the masons of salmon pink Public Health apricot Nursing (Sheard, 1962), the academic regalia worn at the Middle Ages, or perhaps was suggested by gold Science olive green Pharmacy Commencement is of medieval origin .The the shape of the books that occupied so much scarlet Theology of the scholar’s time .Attached to a button atop golden yellow Science and Mathematics scholars of Bologna, Salamanca, Paris, Oxford, Cambridge, Louvain and Heidelberg dressed the “mortarboard” is a tassel .The tassel is worn white University Studies While the arrangement of colors is pleasing in a manner to distinguish themselves from on the left side by individuals receiving or have to the eye and add beauty and impressiveness the merchants and other townspeople . Since received a degree . For photography purposes, to ceremonial processions, there is historic UNIVERSITY MACE the 11th century, when the rise of universities a candidate’s tassel may be worn on the right significance attached to their selection . The mace has an ancient history of use as a began, “learned clerks” robed themselves side of the mortarboard . The white for arts and letters comes from symbol of authority . Originally used by knights in gowns, caps and hoods, thus marking a or a royal bodyguard to protect a king in The hood, a triangular fold of cloth worn over the white fur of the Oxford and Cambridge difference between “town and gown ”. processions, the mace evolved to assume more the back of the gown, is faced with colors B .A . hoods .The red for theology, as used by ceremonial functions by the 14th century . By this apparel they were recognized as which denote the field of study represented cardinals for centuries, follows the traditional color of the church .The purple for law comes belonging to the teaching guild, which was the by the wearer’s degree; the colors of the lining The NDSU institutional mace was created from the royal purple of the king’s courts .The Guild of the Master of Arts . In this organization, are those of the college or university that for NDSU’s centennial . Dr . Fredrick G . green for medicine, from the stripe in the army the bachelor was the apprentice of the master . granted the degree .The length of the hood is Walsh was appointed by President Loftsgard surgeon’s uniform, and earlier from the color This relationship was the forerunner of today’s correspondingly longer with each higher degree . to help create the mace as the leader of the of medicinal herbs . academic structure . 1986 centennial committee .The mace was The degrees in philosophy are shown by blue, designed by Dr .Walsh’s son, Fredrick H .Walsh . the color of truth and wisdom . Science by gold- It was introduced during President Ozbun’s yellow, which signifies wealth contributed inauguration on Sept . 14, 1989 . Today, the NDSU mace is carried by the stage marshal, the presiding officer of the Faculty Senate, as he leads the president and other platform party dignitaries in commencement processions .

52 53 GRADUATION HONORS

WITH HONOR: Graduation with honor applies LAMBDA BETA HONOR SOCIETY, PHI ETA SIGMA, national honor society: SIGMA TAU DELTA, international English honor only to the baccalaureate degree . Graduate national respiratory care honor society: A forest A black and gold cord worn around the neck . society: A red stole is worn around the neck . courses will not be included in the computation . green and black ribbon pin is worn on the gown . To qualify, students must have a 3 .5 institutional Undergraduate members must rank in the top Candidates who entered NDSU as freshmen and Members must have completed at least 50 percent grade-point average at the close of any full-time 35 percent of their class . Graduate members who have earned an institutional grade-point of their course work and rank academically in the semester during their first year . must have at least a 3 3. grade-point average . average greater than or equal to 3 .5 and less than top 25 percent of the respiratory care class . 3 7. will be graduated Cum Laude, an institutional PHI KAPPA PHI, honorary scholastic society: TAU BETA PI, national engineering honor society: grade-point average greater than or equal to 3 7. LAMBDA PI ETA, national communication honorary A gold stole is worn around the neck . Members are A white satin collar with the Bent embroidered and less than 3 9. will be graduated Magna Cum society: A gold cord is worn around the neck . chosen from among students in the top 10 percent in gold is worn around the neck .To qualify Laude, and an institutional grade-point average To qualify, members must have a cumulative of their class . as juniors, members must be in the top one-eighth greater than or equal to 3 9. and up to 4 0. will be grade-point average of 3 .0 with a 3 25. in their of their engineering class; as seniors, members must graduated Summa Cum Laude . All final grades communication major courses . PHI UPSILON OMICRON (PHI U), honorary be in the top one-fifth of their engineering class . on the NDSU academic record will be included human development and education society: Double in grade-point average calculations for graduating MCNAIR SCHOLARS PROGRAM, TRIO cords of entwined purple, white and yellow are TAU SIGMA DELTA, national architecture honor with honor . The honor medallion is a gold Programs: A gold medallion on a red ribbon worn around the neck .Academic achievement society: A white stole with gold embroidery medallion on a yellow ribbon and is worn around is worn around the neck . McNair recognizes must be within the top 35 percent of majors in is worn around the neck .To qualify, juniors the neck . The medallion features the NDSU seal . scholars for contributing outstanding research to the field who qualify for membership . or seniors must have a 3 .0 grade-point average and their academic field as well as their commitment be in the upper 20 percent of their class . Other academic honors include the following: to pursuing a doctoral degree . Only 29 under- PI SIGMA ALPHA, national political science honor graduate students are selected to participate in society: A cloissonné‚ medallion on a red ribbon, UNIVERSITY HONORS PROGRAM: BETA GAMMA SIGMA, international business this program each year . is worn around the neck .To qualify, students must A gold medallion on a green ribbon is worn honor society: A blue and gold cord is worn around have a cumulative grade-point average of 3 0. around the neck . Honors program graduates have the neck . Students, by class, who qualify are: MORTAR BOARD, national honor society: and have a 3 .0 grade-point average in all political completed, in addition to their primary majors, a juniors, top 7 percent; seniors, top 10 percent; and A gold medallion is worn around the neck . Mortar science courses . four-year curriculum of interdisciplinary honors MBA students, top 20 percent . Board recognizes college seniors for distinguished courses and have produced and publicly presented ability and achievement in scholarship, leadership PI TAU SIGMA, international mechanical a senior honors thesis . BLUE KEY, national honor society: A blue and gold and service . Members also must meet at least a 3 0. engineering honor society: A white stole with the medallion with a blue ribbon is worn around the grade-point average . Pi Tau Sigma coat of arms is worn around the neck . UPSILON PI EPSILON, national computer science neck . Blue Key recognizes students for remarkable To qualify, juniors in the mechanical engineering honor society: Medallion with burgundy ribbon is leadership and outstanding service to the university NATIONAL RESIDENCE HALL, honorary: program must be in the top 25 percent of their worn around the neck .To qualify, undergraduate and the community .Academic achievement of A navy blue honor cord is worn around the neck . class; as non-graduating seniors, members must be students must be upperclass status in the top members must be within the top 35 percent of To qualify, members must demonstrate leadership in the top 35 percent of their class . 35 percent of their class and have a minimum their class . and academic qualities within the top 1 percent of grade-point average of 3 3,. with at least a the residence hall population . PSI CHI, national psychology honor society: 3 .5 grade-point average in 24 or more credits of GAMMA SIGMA DELTA, international A silver stole is worn around the neck .To qualify, computer science courses . Graduate students must agriculture honor society: A forest green and ORDER OF OMEGA, national fraternity and members must have a 3 .0 cumulative grade-point have at least 18 upper-division computer science light tan honor cord is worn around the sorority life honorary society: A gold stole is worn average, a 3 .5 major grade-point average and rank credits with a minimum grade-point average of 3 .5 . neck . Membership is conferred upon selected around the neck . Order of Omega recognizes in the upper 35 percent of their class . students who have demonstrated superior teaching, the top 3 percent of juniors and seniors who VETERAN HONOR SOCIETY: A red, white research or service to agriculture while maintaining have exemplified high standards in the areas of RHO CHI SOCIETY, national pharmacy honor and blue braided cord is worn around the neck, a 3 .5 grade-point average . Members represent scholarship with a 3 .25 grade-point average; and society: A purple and white honor cord is worn adorned with a medallion representing the student’s agricultural excellence at the undergraduate, leadership and involvement within their respective around the neck .To qualify, members must have branch of service .To qualify, the student must graduate and post-graduate levels . organization(s), fraternity or sorority, campus and completed their second year of the professional have at least a 3 0. cumulative grade-point average local community . program . Membership is offered to the top and represent the North Dakota State University GOLDEN KEY, international honor society: 20 percent of the class . veteran community in a positive way . A gold medallion on a blue and gold ribbon PHI ALPHA THETA, national history honor is worn around the neck . Golden Key recognizes society: A pale blue and red cord is worn around SIGMA THETA TAU, international honor sophomores, juniors, seniors and graduate students the neck . Members represent excellence in society of nursing: An orchid and white cord is from all disciplines who are in the top 15 percent historical research at all levels: undergraduate, worn around the neck .To qualify, members must of their class . graduate and post-graduate . have a 3 .0 grade-point average, rank in the upper 35 percent of their nursing class and meet the expectation of academic integrity . 54 55 HONORARY DOCTORATES

1939 1960 1968 1981 1993 2005 May Dean H . L . Bolley, D .Agr . T . E . Stoa, D .Sc . C . N . Nelson, D .Sc . M .Truman Fossum, D .Sc . Dr . Robert O . Brandenburg, James Rosenquist, D .F .A . C . B .Waldron, D .Agr . Robert B . Parrott, LL .D . Charles R .Walgreen Jr ., D .Sc . Louis L’Amour, Litt .D . D .Sc . 2006 May John L . McCormick Jr ., LL .D . William C . Marcil, Litt .D . 1940 1961 Steve Swiontek, LL .D . During Inaugural George A . Sinner, L .H .D . Arni Helgeson, D .Agr . E . J . Haslerud, D .Sc 1982 April 11, 1969 2006 December George Will, D .Sc . Katherine K . Burgum, D .Sc . 1994 1962 Dr . Clifford M . Hardin, D .Sc . Russell F . Freeman, LL D. . Philip S . Rose, D .Agr . Dr . Robert W . Coon, D .Sc . Jean Mason Guy, L .H .D . Charles E . Kellogg, D .Sc . 1969 M . L .Wilson, D .Agr . Peter Schickele, D .F .A . 2007 May H . H . Flor, D .Sc . 1983 Henry H . Kildee, D .Agr . Clifford H .Willson, D .Sc . Frank Jennings, LL .D . George E .Abbott, D .Sc . John Rouzie, D .Hum .Litt . 1995 1970 James Meier, D .Sc . 1943 Edward A . Steinhaus, D .Sc . Dr . Jack F . Carter, D .Sc . Gilmore T . Schjeldahl, D .Sc . 1984 Maj . Gen . James A . Ulio, Robert N . Spolum, LL .D . 2007 December 1963 Brynhild Haugland, LL D. . D .Sc . in Mil . Sci . Senator Milton R Young,. D .Sc . John Dean, D .Agr . Dr . Irvamae Applegate, D .Sc . 1996 1971 1985 Sheldon Ellig, LL D. . 1946 Dr . Hilton M . Briggs, D .Sc . Dr . Philip E .Austin, LL .D . Edwin M .Anderson, D .Sc . Harold Newman, LL .D . Dr . L Van. Es, D .Agr . Dr . Patrick H . Costello, D .Sc . Lawrence B . Hall, D .Sc . John H . Ladish, D .Sc . 1998 May Dr . James Scott Long, D .Sc . George A . Rogler, D .Sc . 2008 May 1948 Lendal H . Kotschevar, LL D. . 1972 1986 Myron Bright, LL .D . O .A . Stevens, D .Sc . 1964 Ronald D . Offutt, LL D. . James H . Critchfield, D .Sc . Dr . Calvin Fercho, D . Sc . Reuben W . Askanase, LL .D . Dr . H . R .Albrecht, D .Sc . 1949 Richard P . Critchfield, L .H .D . 1998 December W . B . Baker, LL .D . Clyfford Still, D .F .A . 2008 December Jack Pyle, LL .D . William A . Schlossman, LL .D . Dr . James M . Sugihara, D .Sc . Ernest J . George, D .Sc . Maj . Gen . Darrol G . Schroeder, LL .D . Dr . F . L . Hovde, LL .D . 1973 Clarence F . Kelly, D .Sc . William L . Guy, LL D. . 1987 1999 May Maj . Gen .Terry L . Scherling, LL .D . 1950 Robert M . Hendrickson, LL .D . Alf H . Clausen, D .Mus . 1965 Dr . G .Wilson Hunter, D .Sc . 2009 May J . L . Coulter, D .Sc . Dr . R . James Cook, D .Sc . Dr . Marlin George Cline, D .Sc . 1988 Robert Challey, LL .D . Alex Lind, LL .D . 1974 Dr . Marvin E . Jensen, D .Sc . 1999 December H . Christine Finlayson, D .Sc . Miss Mercedes Bates, D .Sc . 2010 May 1951 Glen J . Schoessow, D .Sc . Robert C . Dawson, LL .D . Justice Samuel Freedman, LL .D . Dr . Reinhard Wolff, D .Sc . Esther Myers, LL D. . Clyde H . Bailey, D .Sc . Lois Phillips Hudson, Litt .D . 1975 1989 2000 May Alvin A . Johnson, D .Agr . 2010 December 1952 Miss Peggy Lee, D .Mus . Ernest G .Anderson, D .Sc . David W . Bernauer, D .Sc . Dr . Lyle W . Phillips, D .Sc . Barry Batcheller, D . Sc . D . Milton Ladd, LL .D . Irwin R . Rector, D .Sc . Howard M . Olson, D .Sc . Douglas J . Burgum, LL D. . Brig . Gen . Lawrence F . 2012 December 1953 1990 2000 December Tanberg, D .Sc . 1976 Gregg Halverson, D .Agr . Dr . H . L .Walster, D .Sc . Clarice Gullickson Taylor, D .Sc . Paul M . Gallagher, LL .D . Warren B . Diederich, D .Sc . Ervin E . Kaiser, LL .D . Fred B . Scheel, LL .D . 2016 May 1954 Lawrence Welk, D .Mus . Thomas S . Kleppe, LL .D . 2001 May William J . Grosz, D .Sc . Dr . Myron D . Johnsrud, D .Agr . Dean R . M . Dolve, D .Sc . Satenig S . St Marie,. LL .D . Dr .A . Catherine Cater, D .F .A . 1966 David M . Gipp, LL D. . 1977 Dr . Evelyn R . Morrow 2017 May 1955 Harold B . Bachman, D .Mus . C .Warner Litten, LL .D . Albert Doerr, D .Sc . Lebedeff, LL .D . Dr . H . Roald Lund, D .Agr . Dean W . F . Sudro, D .Sc . Dr . Leon O . Jacobson, D .Sc . Donald J . Kenna, D .Sc . Harold Schafer, LL D. . Newell P . Beckwith, D .Sc . Robert Pearson, D .Sc . Harold J . Klosterman, D .Sc . 2001 December Glenn J .Talbott, D .Agr . Larry Alfred Woiwode, Litt .D . Byron Dorgan, LL .D . HONORARY 1956 Anne Stegner, LL .D . Vernon O .Trygstad, D .Sc . DOCTORATES Roy Johnson, D .Sc . 1978 Glenn S . Smith, D .Sc . 2002 May Special Convocation Mark Andrews, LL D. . Stanley W . Bale, D .Sc . John Q . Paulsen, LL .D . 1957 Dr . David Schindler, D .Sc . – HONORIS CAUSA Dec. 15, 1966 1991 Fred G . Paavola, D .Sc . John Haw, D .Sc . D . Agr . Agriculture General Harold K . Johnson, 1979 Lloyd Thompson, D .Sc . 2003 May D .F .A . Fine Arts 1958 D . Hum .Litt . Humane Letters L .H .D . Roland F . Harding, D .Sc . Ian B . Edwards, D .Sc . Dr . Melvin Brodshaug, Litt .D . 1992 D Music.Mus . Aldrich C . Bloomquist, D .Sc . Michael E . Hanson, D .Sc . D Science.Sc . Duke de Vallombrosa, LL D. . 1967 1980 D .Sc . in Mil . Sci . Military Science Patrick E . Haggerty, D .Sc . Quentin N . Burdick, LL D. . Harvey K . Nelson, D .Sc . 2004 December J D Laws . . 1959 Art Bunker, LL .D . L Humanities.H .D. Dr . E . F . Knipling, D .Sc . Dr . Beverly Pfeifer Lynch, Litt .D . General Charles F .Wald, LL .D . Litt LettersD. . Donald Fletcher, D .Sc . Dr . Casper I . Nelson, D .Sc . LL Laws D. . James B . Konen, D .Sc . Dr . O . Meredith Wilson, L H. D. .

56 57 ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

STAGE PARTY Dr. Larry Reynolds READERS MUSICIANS Dr. Dean L. Bresciani University Distinguished Professor Brad Jones North Dakota State University President of Animal Science Wellness Center Brass Ensemble Dr. Timothy Alvarez Dr. Kelly Rusch Wendy McCrory Dr . Jeremy Brekke, Director Vice President for Student Affairs Vice President for Research Student Life and Creative Activity Dr. Allan Ashworth USHER/VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR University Distinguished Professor Dr. Kent Sandstrom READER ASSISTANTS of Geosciences College of Arts, Humanities RaNelle Ingalls Jackie DeMolee Registration and Records Dr. Scott Beaulier and Social Sciences, Dean Registration and Records College of Business, Dean Dr. Gary Smith Nancy Kasper Assisted by members of Ag Ambassadors, Bison Ambassadors, Colette Bersie College of Engineering, Dean Registration and Records Student Speaker, 2 p .m . ceremony Dr. Maria-Claudia Tomany Congress of Student Organizations, NDSU Entomology Club, Gov. Doug Burgum College of Graduate and Phi Beta Lambda, Swing Dance Club, Tau Kappa Epsilon, Governor Interdisciplinary Studies, Dean Vet Tech Club Dr. Elias Elias Dr. William Wilson University Distinguished Professor University Distinguished Professor of Plant Sciences of Applied Economics Michael Fairbairn Dr. Scott Wood Student Soloist College of Science and Mathematics, Dean Dr. Margaret Fitzgerald College of Human Development COMMENCEMENT MARSHALS and Education, Dean Dr. Eugene Berry Dr. Kathryn Gordon Candidate Marshal President of Faculty Senate Dr. Ann Burnett Dr. Kenneth Grafton Candidate Marshal Vice President, Dean and Director Dr. Edward Deckard for Agricultural Affairs Faculty Marshal Dr. Neil Gudmestad Dr. Kathryn Gordon University Distinguished Professor Stage Marshal of Plant Pathology Dr. Mark Meister Dr. Beth Ingram Candidate Marshal Provost Rian Nostrum Dr. Kevin Melicher Candidate Marshal North Dakota University System Casey Peterson State Board of Higher Education Candidate Marshal Dr. Jo Ann Miller Dr. Tim Peterson University Distinguished Professor of Music Candidate Marshal Dr. Joe Mocnik Dr. Donna Terbizan Dean of Libraries Candidate Marshal Jenna Murphy Dr. Christina Weber Student Speaker, 10 a m. . ceremony Candidate Marshal Dr. Charles Peterson College of Health Professions, Dean LTC Ted Preister Professor of Military Science, Army ROTC

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