Washington State University Spring Commencement
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OTHER WSU COMMENCEMENT CEREMONIES CEREMONIES TIME AND DATE LOCATION WSU Spokane Friday, May 4, 2:00 p.m. INB Performing Arts Center WSU Tri-Cities Friday, May 11, 1:00 p.m. Toyota Center, Kennewick WSU Vancouver Saturday, May 12, 1:00 p.m. Clark County Amphitheater Washington State University 2012Spring Commencement Saturday, May Fifth WASHINGTON, MY WASHINGTON Washington, My Washington Just sing the songs of The Crimson and the Gray, Washington ’Tis the songs of memory The Crimson and the Gray, That we sing today, Just sing the songs of When the sad hours come to you Washington And sorrows ’round you play, The Crimson and the Gray. ONE HUNDRED SIXTEENTH ANNUAL SPRING COMMENCEMENT SATURDAY, MAY 5, 2012 BEASLEY COLISEUM WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY PULLMAN, WASHINGTON Commencement Mission Statement Commencement at Washington State University represents the culmination of a student’s academic achievement. It is a time for celebration and reflection for students, families, faculty, and staff. It brings together the campus community to share the joy of the accomplished goals of our students. The commencement ceremony at Washington State University serves a dual purpose: to mark a point of achievement, thus completing a chapter in the lives of students and those who support them, and to encourage continued pursuit of learning, personal fulfillment, and engagement with their local and worldwide communities. Pho to: B ryan Cloc k To wer Contents 137647 5/12 TABLE OF CONTENTS Best Wishes from the President . 4 President’s Ceremonial Stole and Chain of Office . 5 Best Wishes from the Faculty Senate and Administrative Professional Advisory Council Chairs . .6 Greetings from the ASWSU, GPSA, and ASWSU-Online Presidents . 7 Order of Exercises 8:00 a .m . Ceremony . 8 College of Liberal Arts 11:30 a .m . Ceremony . 9 College of Business • College of Communication • College of Education 3:00 p .m . Ceremony . .. 10 College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences • College of Engineering and Architecture College of Nursing • College of Pharmacy • College of Sciences • College of Veterinary Medicine Board of Regents, Executive Officers, Academic Deans, and Campus Chancellors . 11 Academic Regalia . 12 Commencement Officials and Staff . 13 Commencement 2012 . 14 The University Mace . 15 Graduation with Academic Honors . 15 Washington State University Highlights, 2008–2012 . 16 Commencement Speaker . 18 Candidates for Advanced Degrees . 20 Candidates for Professional Degrees . .. 38 Candidates for Baccalaureate Degrees . 41 Candidates for Residency Teaching Certificate . 78 Commissions . .79 Honors College . 80 Photos on opposite page and campus photos throughout by Shelly Hanks and Robert Hubner, WSU Photo Services. 2012 SPRING COMMENCEMENT 3 BEST WISHES FROM THE PRESIDENT oday represents an impressive milestone in your life and in your academic career. I would like to extend my heartiest congratula- Ttions to you on your attainment of this goal. At Washington State University, we strongly believe that we provide the tools necessary to help our students succeed. However, we also recog- nize that each student ultimately determines his or her own path. It is your hard work, determination, and persistence that have brought you to this day. You, your family, and your friends should be immensely proud of this achievement. In the years ahead, I know you will often reflect upon what you have experienced here at WSU. Graduation opens the door for you to put to use what you have learned in your classes, laboratories, internships, and campus life. You now have the opportunity to make a difference in the world. Take advantage of it. Elson S. Floyd, Ph.D. President, Again, congratulations. I wish you every success and trust that you Washington State University will remain connected to WSU, your alma mater. You will always be a Elson S. Floyd became the tenth president member of the loyal Cougar family. of Washington State University on May 21, 2007. He previously was president of the four- campus University of Missouri from 2003 to It is an honor to preside at your commencement. I look forward to 2007, and he served as president of Western shaking your hand and wishing you well after you receive your Michigan University from 1998 to 2003. diploma cover. He began his career in 1978 at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he held deanships in the Division of Student Affairs, the General College, and the College of Arts and Sciences. From 1988 to 1990, Elson S. Floyd, Ph.D. he was assistant vice president for student President, Washington State University services for the UNC system office, where he helped develop student affairs and academic affairs policy for the 16-campus system. From 1990 to 1993, Dr. Floyd filled vice presidencies at Eastern Washington University and then was executive director of the Washington Higher Education Coordinating Board. From 1995 to 1998, he was executive vice chancellor of UNC at Chapel Hill. A native of Henderson, North Carolina, Dr. Floyd holds a bachelor of arts degree in political science and speech, a master of education degree in adult education, and a doctor of philosophy degree in higher and adult education, all from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Among his other honors is the 2004 Distinguished Alumnus Award from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. 4 2012 SPRING COMMENCEMENT PRESIdent’s CeREMONIAL STOLE AND CHAIN OF OFFICE President’s Ceremonial Stole Presented to President Elson S. Floyd during his first com- mencement ceremony at Washington State University in fall 2007, the ceremonial stole signifies the ethnic diver- sity the University seeks in all its endeavors and displays a dynamic visual presentation. Researched and designed by faculty member Linda Arthur Bradley with contributions from apparel, merchandising, design, and textiles stu- dents, the stole is made of textiles from locations includ- ing Ecuador, India, Scotland, and Japan. Many came from personal collections of Bradley or her colleagues, some were available commercially, and four were hand-woven by fiber artists specifically for the stole. Master Salish weaver Susan Pavel hand-spun and wove two pieces of traditional Indian design. Other custom pieces include a Hawaiian hand appliqué by Charlotte Hughes, an American coverlet sampler by Cynthia Hosek, and embroidered pieces representing the Nez Perce tradi- tion by Ann MacCormack. President’s Chain of Office During commencement ceremonies and other special occasions, the president of Washington State University wears the President’s Chain of Office . The medallion features the WSU shield with Cougar head, and the links are engraved with the names and dates of service for each past WSU president, starting with George Lilley, who served from 1891 to 1892, and ending with V . Lane Rawlins, who served from 2000 to 2007 . Blank links allow engraving of names and service years for future presidents . The Chain of Office was created at the request of V . Lane Rawlins, who became president of WSU on June 8, 2000 . He wore it for the first time during his inauguration on March 28, 2001 . 2012 SPRING COMMENCEMENT 5 BEST WISHES FROM THE FACULTY SENATE AND ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONAL ADVISORY COUNCIL CHAIRS Dear 2012 Graduates, Congratulations are certainly in order . You chose to cross a threshold and undergo a transformative experience here at Washington State University . The journey contained trials and ordeals that you endured, and you made it with the help of others including your family and friends . You achieved the goal of your quest—not just a degree but an experience that prepares you to excel in a global society . Today, commencement is not an end, but a beginning—a start of something new . You are crossing another threshold . Remember what you learned here . You are now responsible to use it and share it as you live the rest of your lives, and to help others just as you were helped . David Turnbull Go COUGS! Chair, Faculty Senate David R . Turnbull Chair, Faculty Senate May 2012 Graduates, We applaud your achievements! On behalf of the administrative professionals at Washington State University, I would like to commend each of you on this significant accomplishment . Your discipline and hard work have not only instilled an education, but have shaped the individual you are today . For some of us, this day is extra special because we have had the opportunity to be your mothers and fathers away from home . Like your parents, we are proud of you . For some of you, graduation marks the end of your academic career; for others, it is a stepping stone for additional training . Regardless of your future path, there will be many opportunities to build on today’s achievement . I wish each of you success in your future endeavors . Denise Faerber Welcome to the ranks of Cougar Alumni, and Go COUGS! Chair, Administrative Professional Advisory Council Denise Faerber Chair, Administrative Professional Advisory Council May 2012 6 2012 SPRING COMMENCEMENT GREETINGS FROM THE ASWSU, GPSA, AND ASWSU-ONLINE PRESIDENTS To the Graduates of the Class of 2012, On behalf of the Associated Students of Washington State University and the Graduate and Professional Students Association, we would like to sincerely congratulate you on your recent graduation from Washington State University . It is an honor to recognize the culmination of your academic journey as you transition from a student to an alumnus in the Cougar family . We applaud you on reaching this tremendous milestone in your life . You’ve traveled a long road to get here, and now your hard work has earned you a valuable degree from the finest university in the nation . You have every right to be proud, but be humble . Please do not forget to acknowledge and thank Riley Myklebust the individuals who have supported and guided you through your academic President, Associated Students career .