UN IVERS IT Y 0 F R 0 CHESTER 0 N E HUNDRED SIXTY-SEC 0 N D COMMENCEMENT MAY 2012 Introduction, 4 Honorary Awards, 5 Honor Societies and Awards, 12 Doctoral Degree Candidates, 16 University Council on Graduate Studies, 16 Doctor of Philosophy, 16 School of Nursing, 17 Doctor of Nursing Practice, 17 Eastman School of Music, 18 Doctor of Musical Arts, 18 Margaret Warner Graduate School of Education and Human Development, 18 Doctor of Education, 18 Degree Candidates, 19 School of Arts and Sciences, 19 Bachelor of Arts, 19 Bachelor of Science, 25 Master of Arts, 2 7 Master of Science, 28 Edmund A. Hajim School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, 29 Bachelor of Arts, 29 Bachelor of Science, 29 M aster of Science, 30 Eastman School of Music, 32 Bachelor of Music, 32 Master of Arts, 33 Master of Music, 33 School of Medicine and Dentistry, 34 Master of Arts, 34 Master of Science, 34 Master of Public Health, 34 Doctor of M edicine and Doctor of Philosophy, 34 Doctor of M edicine and Doctor of Philosophy with Distinction in Research, 34 Doctor of M edicine with Distinction in Research and with Distinction in Community Service, 34 Doctor of M edicine with Distinction in Research, 35 Doctor of Medicine with Distinction in Community Service, 35 Doctor of M edicine, 35 William E. Simon Graduate School of Business Administration, 36 School of Nursing, 37 Bachelor of Science, 37 M aster of Science, 3 8 Margaret Warner Graduate School of Education and Human Development, 39 Master of Science, 39 The Genesee, 41 Campus Map, 42 Introduction ARich Tradition at Rochester The commencement season has always stood out as the of the University, and two silver bands are engraved with the "supreme festival" on Rochester's acauemic calendar, Arthur names of the University's presidents. The dandelion, the flo­ May notes in his history of the University. From the earliest ral symbol of the University, can be found in the decorative years, he writes, "Oratory flowed in full spate, the literary motif of the silverwork. The origmal mace is part of a pair of societies put on their finest performances, trustees con­ symbols created tu mark academic ceremonies. The other is vened for annual Jecision-making, and prizes and diplomas a smaller wooden baton, which also features dandelions and were handed out amidst a panoply of pomp and circum­ stars in its silverwork. stance." Though the size of the graduating class has grown In 2011, an additional baton was commissioned by Ronald from 10 men in 1851 to more than 3,000 men and women Hansen, senior associate dean in the William E. Simon Gradu­ now, and though many other developments have reshaped ate School of Business Administration, to be used in the the ceremonies, this year's program, like 18"i1's, m:~rks the school's graduation ceremony in Bern, Switzerland. Intended happy celebration of each graduate's academic preparation to complement the original mace and baton, the new b:.~ton is and the hopeful prospect of new ventures. also carried in University and academic ceremonies. Designed by Scott D. Sober and silversmith Alexis Romeo, the new The gowns have a long history baton features sterling silver pommels, dandelions, and stars. Some of the features in the mouern ceremony date back to The mace is carried by the University gr:md marshal, who medieval times, such as the academic attire, which recalls leads the processions alongside a marshal carrying the less the gowns that were requireu dress at many European uni­ imposing baton. versities. Yet, academic regalia did not figure into Roches­ ter's earliest commencements. For a number of years, only Words to live by the president and the person who carried the diplomas Commencement speakers have otrered inspiration to wore the gowns; the graduating class did not wear them Rochester graduates ever since Henry Ward Beecher gave until1892. a speech on "Character" at the 1851 ceremonies. Theo­ Many schools have adopted docto ral gowns that :~ l so dore Roosevelt, then governor of New York, spoke in 1900; reflect the institutions' colors. The University of Rochester New York Governor Thomas E. Dewey spoke in 1957; and doctoral candidates wear gowns in the official colors of blue another holder of the governor 's seat, Mario Cuomo, spoke with dandelion-yellow trim anu berets of soft black velvet. in 1985. Richard Nixon gave advice to 1966's graduates, Many of the faculty wear the gowns of their alma maters, and British Prime Minister Winston Churchill, accepting including the maroon of Chicago, the scarlet of Stanforu, an honorary doctorate by transatlantic radio during 1941's the orange and black of Princeton, and the gray of M.I.T. , commencement, pleaded for Anglo-American unity in a among others. characteristically rousing speech. The hood's color is the clue Happy at heart on this day The most colorful portion of the academic costume is the Perhaps the single feature that best links this year's ceremo­ hood. The color edging indicates the discipline to which llies to 18"i1's commencement is the audience. From 18)1 the degree pertains: white and yellow-gold for arts and sci­ onward, enthusiastic crowds have turned out to applaud ences; orange for engineering; apricot for nursing; green for Rochester graduates. Newspapers say thou~ands of specta­ medicine; pink for music; light blue for education; and drab tors witnessed the first commencement when Scutt's Br:~ss for business. Band led a parade toward Corinthian Hall . Following the band, "presumably in ascending order of dignity," Arthur Symbols of authority May notes, were the University janitor, Rochester schuol­ Originally a medieval weapon of defense, the mace has children, undergraduates, teachers at the common schools, become a symbol of authority and dignity in ac:~demic cere­ Board of Education representatives, the mayor and his monies. Rochester's mace was introduced during the 1935 top lieutenants, officials of state and county governments, induction of Alan Valentine as president and has been used University founders, courtroom judges, the 10 gradu:1ting in academic processions ever since. Designed by Philipp seniors, professors, trustees, the chancellor, and the high Merz, who also is responsible for many of the architectural sheriff of Monroe County. features of the early River Campus buildings, the mace is Among the thousands of spectators present this ye:~r, about four feet long and is crafted from mahogany and many are as distinguished and, no doubt, as full of pride as hand-wrought silver. The head of the mace features the seal the onlookers of 1851. 4 UN IVERS ITY OF ROCHESTER - Honorary Awards Honorary Doctor of Divinity Honorary Doctor of Bishop Matthew H. Clark Humane Letters and Most Reverend Matthew H. Commencement Speaker Clark, Roman Catholic Bishop of Rochester, is spiritual leader Ruth J. Simmons to more than 300,000 Catholics Ruth ]. Simmons has been the in the Rochester diocese. He president of Brown University was ordained a bishop by for 11 years, during which time Pope John Paul II in May 1979 she has strengthened one of in Rome and installed as the America's premier universities eighth bishop of Rochester in by establishing need-blind June 1979. admission and strengthening Clark has developed a repu­ financial aid for undergradu­ tation as an inclusive leader in the Diocese and in the larger ate, graduate, and medical community, inviting women to participate mort> fully in studt>nts, enhancing Brown's chJrch leadership and increasing participation of lay people funding resources, increas- ic church administration, working with government leaders ing the size of its faculty, and substantially expanding its to improve the community, expanding the work of Catholic facilities. Charities, ministering to gay and lesbian worshippers, and Simmons is a prolific writer and speaker and in 2007 was reaching out to other Christians and people of otht>r faiths. named one of the nation's top leaders by US News & World Indeed, the Rochester Diocese has been a beacon of Report. Her breadth of experience and her command of hope for interfaitr. dialogue. In 1996, tht> Diocese became issues affecting science education, foreign language study, :he first anvwhere to enter into a formal agreement of diversity, and ins:itutional governance, among others, have cooperation and cmderstanding with the Board of Rabbis brought invitations from the White House, the World Eco­ .-1f a jewish community. Asimilar agreement was forged nomic Forum, tht> National Press Club, and the American later with Rochester's growing Muslim community, and a Council on Education covemnt was created with the local Episcopal Church. Early in her presidency, Simmons articulated a vision for During his more than three decades as bishop, Clark Brown to revitalize its essential activities of teaching and and area Catholics have shouldered many changes. To seek research. The Plan for Academic Enrichment, the map t(Jr grassroots involvement first, Clark's pastoral planning proc­ institutional growth and dt>velopment, has become the corner­ ess solicits solutions at the parish level. The approach has stone of her presidency. Simmons launched the Campaign for gained local support and also recognition by the National Academic Enrichment, which raised more than $1.6 billion. One Conference for Pastoral Planning and Council Develop­ hundred new faculty members were hired, graduate programs ment. His emphasis on more programs for youth and young were expanded, a School of Engineeting was established, and adults has ignited parish activities and won praise from the strategic partnerships were formed with numt>rous national and National Cathohc Campus Ministry Association. international institutions and universities. A native of Waterford, ~.Y., Clark was ordained a priest in Ascho lar of comparative lit t> rature, Simmons previously 1962.