THE UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDO COMMENCEMENT SPRING 2021 BLANK LETTER FROM Dear graduates, THE PRESIDENT On behalf of all of us at The University of Toledo, congratulations on your graduation! We are excited to have the opportunity to celebrate the Class of 2021’s achievements and resilience with a series of in-person commencement events. You have demonstrated such focus, perseverance and strength to overcome the challenges presented by COVID-19 during the last year. Now we celebrate you and your successful academic journey. As you reflect on your hard work and dedication that led to this accomplishment, also take a moment to recognize the family, friends and other important people in your life who have supported you throughout your education. Those loved ones share in your accomplishment. Achieving this milestone was not easy. You made sacrifices along the way in order to pursue your degree. Congratulations on achieving your goal! But also recognize that your graduation does not mark the end of your journey of learning and discovery. The critical thinking skills you’ve developed as a UToledo student have prepared you for a commitment to lifelong learning. We can’t wait to see all that you’ll accomplish. As a graduate of UToledo, you have a strong foundation for future successes and join a network of support spread across the globe. I urge you to take advantage of the resources provided through the UToledo Alumni Association. We have a proud tradition of alumni helping to lift up the next generation of graduates — a tradition I expect you to continue later in your own career. On behalf of The University of Toledo Board of Trustees and all of us in Rocket Nation, we are incredibly proud of you. Thank you for the opportunity to be part of this amazing time in your life. Congratulations and Go Rockets! Sincerely, Gregory C. Postel, M.D. President The University of Toledo THE UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDO | COMMENCEMENT | SPRING 2021 5 BLANK TA B L E Board of Trustees, Senior Leadership Team and Deans. 8 OF CONTENTS Doctoral Hooding Ceremony. 10 May 7, 2021 The University of Toledo Commencement May 8, 2021 Order of Exercises 10 a.m.. 24 Order of Exercises 3 p.m. .26 Keynote Speaker . .29 Graduate Programs. 30 Undergraduate Programs . 41 Academic Regalia. 70 Distinctions and Honors. 71 History of the University . .72 Letter from the Alumni Association President . .73 Alma Mater . .74 THE UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDO | COMMENCEMENT | SPRING 2021 7 B O A R D Alfred A. Baker Richard S. Walinski OF TRUSTEES Chair Trustee Stephen P. Ciucci Roy V. Armes Vice Chair National Trustee Eleanore Awadalla Christine E. Brennan Trustee National Trustee Daniel J. Guttman Birdel F. Jackson III Trustee National Trustee Patrick J. Kenney Rebecca K. Dangler Trustee Student Trustee Will Lucas Anthony J. Gennings Trustee Student Trustee Mary Ellen Pisanelli Trustee SENIOR Gregory C. Postel, M.D. William N. McCreary, Ph.D. LEADERSHIP President Vice President and Chief Information and Technology Officer TEAM Karen S. Bjorkman, Ph.D. Provost and Executive Vice President Willie L. McKether, Ph.D. for Academic Affairs Vice President for Diversity and Inclusion and Vice Provost Christopher J. Cooper, M.D. Executive Vice President for David Meredith, Ph.D. Clinical Affairs, Dean of the College of Interim Vice President Medicine and Life Sciences and Vice of Enrollment Management Provost for Educational Health Affairs Diane M. Miller, J.D. Matthew J. Schroeder, M.B.A. Chief of Staff to the President Executive Vice President for and Vice President Finance and Administration and of Government Relations Chief Financial Officer Michael E. O’Brien, M.Ed. Frank J. Calzonetti, Ph.D. Vice President and Director Vice President of Research of Intercollegiate Athletics Phillip “Flapp” Cockrell, Ph.D. Richard Swaine, M.S., CPA Vice President for Student Affairs Chief Executive Officer at and Vice Provost The University of Toledo Medical Center Charles Jake, J.D. Vice President and General Counsel Adrienne King, Ed.D. Vice President of Marketing and Communications DEANS Charlene D. Gilbert, Ph.D. John D. Plenefisch, Ph.D. Dean, College of Arts and Letters Interim Dean, College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics Anne L. Balazs, Ph.D. Dean, John B. and Lillian E. Neff Linda A. Lewandowski, Ph.D., RN, FAAN College of Business and Innovation Dean, College of Nursing Vice Provost for Health Affairs for Raymond H. Witte, Ph.D. Interprofessional and Community Dean, Judith Herb College of Education Partnerships T. Michael Toole, Ph.D., PE Gary M. Pollack, Ph.D. Dean, College of Engineering Dean, College of Pharmacy Mark A. Merrick, Ph.D. and Pharmaceutical Sciences Dean, College of Health Barbara Kopp Miller, Ph.D. and Human Services Dean, University College D. Benjamin Barros, J.D. Barry W. Scheuermann, Ph.D. Dean, College of Law Interim Dean, College of Christopher J. Cooper, M.D. Graduate Studies, Dean, College of Medicine Interim Vice Provost and Life Sciences, for Graduate Affairs Executive Vice President Heidi M. Appel, Ph.D. for Clinical Affairs, Dean, Jesup Scott Honors College Vice Provost for Educational Health Affairs Beau D. Case, M.S., M.A. Dean, University Libraries THE UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDO | COMMENCEMENT | SPRING 2021 9 D O C T O R A L Doctor of Nursing Practice HOODING Danny Barazi CEREMONY Bachelor’s Degree – The University of Toledo Scholarly Project Advisor – Robert Topp, Ph.D., RN Friday, May 7, 2021 Scholarly Project Title – “The Impact of Breathing Retraining Education on Adults with Asthma for Improving Quality of Life, Symptom Control and Reducing Short-Acting Beta-Agonist Inhaler Use in a Primary Care Setting” Tammie L. Ferguson COLLEGE OF Bachelor’s Degree – Walsh University Master’s Degree – The University of Toledo GRADUATE Scholarly Project Advisor – Colleen Taylor, Ph.D., RN, FNP-BC STUDIES Scholarly Project Title – “Music Listening: An Evidence-Based Approach to Help Manage Postoperative Pain” Barry W. Scheuermann, Ph.D. Berkeley Madison Haney Interim Dean Bachelor’s Degree – The University of Toledo Scholarly Project Advisor – Robert Topp, Ph.D., RN Scholarly Project Title – “Evaluating the Effect of Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) Gatekeeper Training on Primary Care Providers’ Knowledge and Self-Efficacy of Suicide Prevention” Stephanie L. Staten Bachelor’s Degree – The University of Toledo Scholarly Project Advisor – Robert Topp, Ph.D., RN Scholarly Project Title – “Evaluating the Impact of Post Discharge Callback on Patients with COPD Exacerbation” Janelle Tipton Bachelor’s Degree – Bowling Green State University Master’s Degree – Wayne State University Scholarly Project Advisor – Susan Sochacki, Ph.D., M.S.N., RN Scholarly Project Title – “Oral Medication Adherence, Attitude, and Quality of Life: The Impact of Motivational Interviewing” Doctor of Occupational Therapy Riley Ann Bickerstaff Bachelor’s Degree – The University of Toledo Scholarly Project Advisor – Ketki D. Raina Ph.D., OTR/L, FAOTA Scholarly Project Title – “The Efficacy of Ecological Momentary Assessment to Measure Fatigue in Breast Cancer Survivors” Jessica Lillian Bloemer Bachelor’s Degree – University of Dayton Scholarly Project Advisor – Ketki D. Raina, Ph.D., OTR/L, FAOTA Scholarly Project Title – “What is the Readability Level of Patient Education Handouts for Breast Cancer Survivors about Sleep Hygiene Techniques?” Kirsten A. Chambers Bachelor’s Degree – Adrian College Scholarly Project Advisor – Beth Ann Hatkevich, Ph.D., OTR/L, FAOTA Scholarly Project Title – “The Benefits of Therapy Dogs in the School System from the Perspective of School Professionals and Staff” Nicole Marie Danz Bachelor’s Degree – University of Michigan Scholarly Project Advisor – Laura Schmelzer, Ph.D., OTR/L Scholarly Project Title – “Exploring Meaningful Engagement for Individuals with Depression” Erin Kathleen Jakubow Bachelor’s Degree – The University of Toledo Scholarly Project Advisor – Laura Schmelzer, Ph.D., OTR/L Scholarly Project Title – “The Relationship Between Income, Engagement, and Well-Being: An Occupational Therapy Perspective” Kacie Elizabeth Lang Bachelor’s Degree – Miami University Scholarly Project Advisor – Ketki D. Raina, Ph.D., OTR/L, FAOTA Scholarly Project Title – “Exploration of Engagement in Meaningful Activity and Well-Being across Socioeconomic Statuses” Terese L. Laurentius Bachelor’s Degree – The University of Toledo Scholarly Project Advisor – S. Maggie Maloney, Ph.D., OTR/L Scholarly Project Title – “An Investigation of the Health Implications for Volunteer First Responders” Shannon M. LoBianco Bachelor’s Degree – The University of Toledo Scholarly Project Advisor – Ketki Raina Ph.D., OTR/L, FAOTA Scholarly Project – “The Efficacy of Ecological Momentary Assessment to Measure Fatigue in Breast Cancer Survivors” Haleigh Lauren Locke Bachelor’s Degree – The University of Toledo Scholarly Project Advisor – Alexia E. Metz, Ph.D., OTR/L Scholarly Project Title – “Analysis of Parent Education Materials for Wakeful Prone in Infants” Sarah Vincent Manolukas Bachelor’s Degree – Bowling Green State University Scholarly Project Advisor – Beth Ann Hatkevich, Ph.D., OTR/L, FAOTA Scholarly Project Title – “Aging Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities: Screening Tools Used by Occupational Therapy Practitioners” Gabrielle R. Markley Bachelor’s Degree – Wright State University Scholarly Project Advisor – Laura Schmelzer, Ph.D., OTR/L Scholarly Project Title – “The Influence of Basic Needs on Meaningful Engagement, Psychological Needs, and Well-Being” THE UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDO |