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NINTH Hail to Thee, Our Alma Mater Words by E. Turner Stump | Music by Dwight Steere COMMENCEMENT MAY 21, 2021 From the beauty land Ohio comes a universal praise, ’Tis the song of Alma Mater that her sons and daughters raise, ’Tis a Hail to Kent forever, on the Cuyahoga shore, Now we join the loving thousands as they sing it o’er and o’er. Hail to Thee, our Alma Mater O, how beautiful thou art, High enthroned upon the hilltop, Reigning over ev-ry heart. Kent State University, Kent State and KSU are registered trademarks and may not be used without permission. Kent State University is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a diverse student body and workforce. 200307 i Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine Commencement May 21, 2021 The Strategic Vision of Kent State University Vision To be a community of change agents whose collective commitment to learning sparks epic thinking, meaningful voice and invaluable outcomes to better our society. Mission We transform lives and communities through the power of discovery, learning and creative expression in an inclusive environment. Core Values We value: • A distinctive blend of teaching, research and creative excellence. • Active inquiry and discovery that expand knowledge and human understanding. • Life-changing educational experiences for students with wide-ranging talents and aspirations. • A living-learning environment that creates a genuine sense of place. • Engagement that inspires positive change. • Diversity of culture, beliefs, identity and thought. • Freedom of expression and the free exchange of ideas. • A collaborative community. • Respect, kindness and purpose in all that we do. ii Board of Trustees Virginia C. Addicott, ’85, ’95 Donald L. Mason Pamela E. Bobst, ’85 Stephen A. Perry Robert S. Frost Shawn M. Riley, ’83 Jasmine Hoff, ’16, ’17, ’19, Graduate Student Trustee Catherine L. Ross, Ph.D., ’71, National Trustee Robin M. Kilbride Ann Womer Benjamin Dylan Mace, Undergraduate Student Trustee Executive Officers of the University Todd A. Diacon President Melody J. Tankersley John M. Rathje Senior Vice President and Provost Vice President for Information Technology Mark M. Polatajko and Chief Information Officer Senior Vice President for Finance and Administration Charlene K. Reed Paul E. DiCorleto Vice President and University Secretary Vice President for Research and Sponsored Programs Peggy Shadduck Amoaba Gooden Vice President for Regional Campuses Vice President for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Valoree Vargo Interim Vice President for Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement Lamar R. Hylton Vice President for Student Affairs Willis Walker Rebecca Murphy Vice President for General Counsel Interim Vice President for University Relations Nicholas M. Gattozzi III Mary G. Parker Executive Director for Government and Community Relations Vice President for Enrollment Management Randale L. Richmond Director of Athletics Academic Organization Senior Vice President and Provost Melody J. Tankersley College of Aeronautics and Engineering College of Nursing Christina L. Bloebaum, Dean Denice Sheehan, Interim Dean College of Applied and Technical Studies College of Podiatric Medicine Peggy Shadduck, Dean Allan M. Boike, Dean College of Architecture and Environmental Design College of Public Health Mark Mistur, Dean Sonia A. Alemagno, Dean College of the Arts Graduate Studies John R. Crawford-Spinelli, Dean Manfred van Dulmen, Dean College of Arts and Sciences Honors College Mandy Munro-Stasiuk, Interim Dean Alison J. Smith, Dean College of Business Administration University College Deborah F. Spake, Dean Eboni J. Pringle, Dean College of Communication and Information University Libraries Amy L. Reynolds, Dean Kenneth Burhanna, Dean College of Education, Health and Human Services James C. Hannon, Dean iii A Message From the President Congratulations to the Kent State University Class of 2021. You did it! You overcame the obstacles of the pandemic. You did not quit. You persevered, you took care of your responsibilities during these, the most trying of times, and you graduated. Many things about your Kent State experience you will remember, and many you will forget as you make your way through subsequent years and decades. For my part, I have one request – just one ASK of each and every one of you: Remember that FLASHES TAKE CARE OF FLASHES. Taking care of each other. That’s how you made it to this memorable moment. Taking care of each other, that is how all of us survived the pandemic. Take care of each other – it’s a Flashes thing to do. Congratulations again on this important accomplishment. Please know that the entire campus community is proud of you and continues to cheer for you on your journey beyond Kent State. Be sure to celebrate sufficiently and be sure to celebrate responsibly. You earned it. Flashes Forever! Sincerely, Todd A. Diacon, Ph.D. President iv Table of Contents Page The Strategic Vision of Kent State University .......................................................... ii Board of Trustees, Executive Officers and Academic Organization ....................................iii A Message From the President. .iv Order of Exercises .....................................................................................2 Graduation With Honors Honoraries ..................................................................................... 4 Class Officers ..................................................................................... 4 Academic Awards ...................................................................................5 Doctoral Candidates College of Podiatric Medicine ..................................................................... 6 Summary of Candidates for Degrees ................................................................10 Podiatric Physician’s Oath ..........................................................................13 Academic Attire ....................................................................................14 The Mace ...........................................................................................15 The Gonfalons .....................................................................................15 The President’s Medallion .........................................................................15 About Kent State University ........................................................................16 Kent State Alumni ..................................................................................17 Faculty 2020-2021 ..................................................................................18 In Memoriam.. 20 v Order of Exercises College of Podiatric Medicine Degree Ceremony Kent State Student Green Friday, May 21, 2021 1 p.m. Call to Order Scott A. Spencer, D.P.M. Announcer National Anthem Anna Hylton School of Music Accompanied by: Alexandre Marr Opening Remarks Allan M. Boike, D.P.M. Dean, College of Podiatric Medicine President’s Remarks Todd A. Diacon, Ph.D. President Conferral of Degrees Allan M. Boike, D.P.M. Dean, College of Podiatric Medicine Degrees Conferred by: Todd A. Diacon, Ph.D. President Presentation of Degree Candidates Announced by: Scott A. Spencer, D.P.M. Music by: Hugh A. Glauser School of Music String Quartet 2 Podiatric Physician’s Oath Allan M. Boike, D.P.M. Dean, College of Podiatric Medicine Closing Remarks Todd A. Diacon, Ph.D. President Alma Mater Anna Hylton School of Music Accompanied by: Alexandre Marr Recessional Highland Cathedral Ulrich Roever and Michael Korb, Composers Scott A. Spencer, D.P.M., Bagpipes 3 Honoraries Pi Delta National Podiatric Honor Society Duane J. Ehredt Jr., D.P.M., Advisor The society is the promotion of high scholarship, scientific and fraternal spirit, and the proper recognition of the high scholastic achievement in the podiatric sciences. Membership degree candidates include: Eric C. Beaujon Orlando Joshua Martinez Sukhbir Kaur Sandhar Emily Rose Merriman Taylor Nicole Saucier Thomas George Jr. Kristina Lynn Minniti Christopher M. Smith Natalie Ann Spicer Aaren Harrington Maitri Kanubhai Patel Zachary Paul Hill Karlos Pena Bradley Madison Wiemken Chase N. Witter Trenton Jared Leo Brennan K. Reardon Nathan Porter LeSueur Andrew J. Regal Jordan LeeAnn Young Deana L. Lewis Class Officers College of Podiatric Medicine Class of 2021 Membership degree candidates include: Michael Ryan Sweeney Daniel Joseph McManus Jesse Robert Miller President Treasurer Clinical Affairs Nathan Porter LeSueur Jian Zeng Vice President Secretary 4 Academic Awards Class of 2021 First in the Class ............................................................................Orlando Joshua Martinez Second in the Class ..............................................................................Taylor Nicole Saucier Clinical Podiatry Award ..........................................................................Jordan LeeAnn Young Diabetic Lower Extremity Care Award ...............................................................Brennan K. Reardon Dr. Allan M. Spencer Orthotics/Biomechanics Award ............................................................Elvis Tako Dr. Karen Ondrick Biomedical Excellence Award ..................................................Orlando Joshua Martinez Dr. William F. Munsey Leadership Award ...................................................................Preston Carr Graduate Merit Award .........................................................................Sarah Emily Chmielewski