Tim Downs 2023-present
Commencement Program - Spring 2026
WELCOME TO MINNESOTA STATE MOORHEAD
Minnesota State University Moorhead celebrates the achievements of the Spring 2026 graduating class.
Dragons are committed to sustainability. The program you received at the commencement ceremony was designed and printed to reduce environmental impact. Commemorative copies of the full program can be ordered on demand for $10 by emailing printing@mnstate.edu.
Mission, Purpose & Values
Our Mission
Minnesota State University Moorhead is a caring community promising all students the opportunity to discover their passions, the rigor to develop intellectually and the versatility to shape a changing world.
Our Purpose
In the simplest and most idealistic terms, our purpose at Minnesota State University Moorhead (MSUM) is to transform the world by transforming lives. Nowhere is this purpose more evident than at Commencement, as our newest graduates prepare to make their marks on the world. They join thousands of MSUM alumni who have experienced the transformative power of higher education and used their education to make our world a better place.
Our Core Values
GRIT
We show relentless drive and resourcefulness, pushing forward with purpose and tenacity.
CURIOSITY
We explore ideas to expand our learning, power our growth and encourage us to think deeper.
HEART
We believe in everyone’s potential by investing in people and championing their growth.
Graduate Ceremony
Date: May 7, 2026
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: Nemzek Fieldhouse
Presentation of Ceremony
Graduate Spring Commencement
Welcome
Megan Zayic
Master of Ceremonies
Master of Ceremonies
Processional Music
“Crown Imperial-Pomp and Circumstance”
Composed by William Walton and Edward Elgar
MSUM Wind Ensemble, Directed by Dr. Benjamin Druffel, Assistant Professor of Music
Composed by William Walton and Edward Elgar
MSUM Wind Ensemble, Directed by Dr. Benjamin Druffel, Assistant Professor of Music
Staff Bearer
Denise Gorsline
Faculty Association President
Faculty Association President
Presentation of the Colors
MSUM Army & Air Force Color Guard
National Anthem
MSUM Chamber Singers
Directed by Dr. Michael Johnson, Assistant Professor of Music
Directed by Dr. Michael Johnson, Assistant Professor of Music
Land Acknowledgement Statement
Mr. Jered Pigeon
Campus Diversity Officer, Director of Diversity and Inclusion
Campus Diversity Officer, Director of Diversity and Inclusion
Introduction
Dr. Timothy Downs
President of Minnesota State University Moorhead
President of Minnesota State University Moorhead
Commencement Address
Dr. Brandon Lunak
Student Speaker
Brittany Tischmak
Presentation of Diplomas
Dr. Timothy Downs
President of Minnesota State University Moorhead
Dr. Ok-Hee Lee
Provost & Senior Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs
President of Minnesota State University Moorhead
Dr. Ok-Hee Lee
Provost & Senior Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs
Graduate Hooding
Conferring of Degrees
Dr. Timothy Downs
President of Minnesota State University Moorhead
President of Minnesota State University Moorhead
Recessional
“Coronation March”
Composed by John Williams
MSUM Wind Ensemble, Directed by Dr. Benjamin Druffel, Assistant Professor of Music
Composed by John Williams
MSUM Wind Ensemble, Directed by Dr. Benjamin Druffel, Assistant Professor of Music
When taking pictures in the designated photo area, please be respectful of others wishing to see the program. The audience is asked to stand for the Processional and Recessional.
Join us for a celebratory reception after the ceremony in the Comstock Memorial Union. Enjoy cookies and lemonade while connecting with fellow graduates, faculty, and loved ones. We look forward to celebrating your achievement!
Be advised that photographs will be taken at the event for use on the Minnesota State Moorhead website and in the press, MSUM marketing materials, and all other MSUM publications. By entering this event, you consent to Minnesota State Moorhead photographing and using your image and likeness.
Guest Speakers
Dr. Brandon Lunak
Dr. Brandon Lunak is the 11th superintendent of Moorhead Area Public Schools, bringing extensive experience in educational leadership and a lifelong commitment to fostering student success.
A proud Dragon, Lunak earned a K-12 principal and superintendent’s license as well as a doctoral degree in educational leadership from Minnesota State Moorhead.
Lunak’s career began in the classroom, teaching physical education and health at the Climax-Shelly School District. His trajectory into administration led him to serve as a superintendent for nearly 20 years across several Minnesota districts, including Emerado (N.D.) Public School District and Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Public Schools, where he oversaw the construction of a preschool addition to the elementary campus. Before becoming Moorhead’s superintendent, he was the assistant superintendent of finance and operations, where he was instrumental in advancing the district’s operational efficiency and fiscal health before assuming his current role in 2018.
Brittany Tischmak
Brittany Tischmak, Ed.D., is a graduate of the Doctor of Education program and also earned her master’s degree in curriculum and instruction from Minnesota State University Moorhead. She currently teaches high school English at Simley Senior High School in Inver Grove Heights and a course at Ridgewater College.
Previously, Tischmak taught English in Forest Lake Area Schools and at ROCORI High School in Cold Spring, Minnesota. She also briefly served as an associate program manager for Questar Assessment, Inc. In 2012, she was crowned Miss City of Lakes and went on to compete in the Miss Minnesota pageant. She earned her bachelor’s degree in communication arts and literature from St. Cloud State University.
Undergraduate Ceremony
Date: May 8, 2026
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Location: Nemzek Fieldhouse
Presentation of Ceremony
Undergraduate Spring Commencement
Welcome
Megan Zayic
Master of Ceremonies
Master of Ceremonies
Processional Music
“Crown Imperial-Pomp and Circumstance”
Composed by William Walton and Edward Elgar
MSUM Wind Ensemble, Directed by Dr. Benjamin Druffel, Assistant Professor of Music
Composed by William Walton and Edward Elgar
MSUM Wind Ensemble, Directed by Dr. Benjamin Druffel, Assistant Professor of Music
Staff Bearer
Denise Gorsline
Faculty Association President
Faculty Association President
Presentation of the Colors
MSUM Army & Air Force Color Guard
National Anthem
MSUM Chamber Singers
Directed by Dr. Michael Johnson, Assistant Professor of Music
Directed by Dr. Michael Johnson, Assistant Professor of Music
Land Acknowledgement Statement
Mr. Jered Pigeon
Campus Diversity Officer, Director of Diversity and Inclusion
Campus Diversity Officer, Director of Diversity and Inclusion
Introduction
Dr. Timothy Downs
President of Minnesota State University Moorhead
President of Minnesota State University Moorhead
Greeting
Trustee Denise Specht
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Board of Trustees & Office of the Chancellor
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Board of Trustees & Office of the Chancellor
Commencement Address
Curt Slater
Class of 1994
Class of 1994
Student Speaker
Selah Jacoway
Presentation of Honorary Doctorate Degree
Tammy Miller
Conferring of Degrees & Presentation of Diplomas
Dr. Tim Downs
President of Minnesota State University Moorhead
Dr. Ok-Hee Lee
Provost & Senior Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs
President of Minnesota State University Moorhead
Dr. Ok-Hee Lee
Provost & Senior Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs
College of Arts and Humanities
Dr. Kyja Kristjansson-Nelson
Dean of the College of Arts and Humanities
Dr. Laura Fasick
College Marshal, English Department
Dean of the College of Arts and Humanities
Dr. Laura Fasick
College Marshal, English Department
College of Education and Human Services
Dr. Lee Vigilant
Interim Dean of the College of Education and Human Services
Dr. David Wolff
College Marshal, Nibbe School of Teaching and Learning
Interim Dean of the College of Education and Human Services
Dr. David Wolff
College Marshal, Nibbe School of Teaching and Learning
College of Science, Health and the Environment
Dr. Elizabeth Nawrot
Dean of the College of Science, Health and the Environment
Dr. Amanda Butler
College Marshal, Anthropology & Earth Science Department
Dean of the College of Science, Health and the Environment
Dr. Amanda Butler
College Marshal, Anthropology & Earth Science Department
College of Business, Analytics and Communication
Dr. Peter Sherman
Dean of the College of Business, Analytics and Communication
Ralf Mehnert-Meland
College Marshal, Paseka School of Business
Dean of the College of Business, Analytics and Communication
Ralf Mehnert-Meland
College Marshal, Paseka School of Business
Recessional
“Coronation March”
Composed by John Williams
MSUM Wind Ensemble, Directed by Dr. Benjamin Druffel, Assistant Professor of Music
Composed by John Williams
MSUM Wind Ensemble, Directed by Dr. Benjamin Druffel, Assistant Professor of Music
When taking pictures in the designated photo area, please be respectful of others wishing to see the program. The audience is asked to stand for the Processional and Recessional.
Join us for a celebratory reception after the ceremony in the Comstock Memorial Union. Enjoy cookies and lemonade while connecting with fellow graduates, faculty, and loved ones. We look forward to celebrating your achievement!
Be advised that photographs will be taken at the event for use on the Minnesota State Moorhead website and in the press, MSUM marketing materials, and all other MSUM publications. By entering this event, you consent to Minnesota State Moorhead photographing and using your image and likeness.
Guest Speakers
Trustee Denise Specht
Denise Specht has served on the Board of Trustees since 2025. She is a licensed elementary educator with 18 years of teaching experience from 1989-2007. She worked for 18 years as a labor leader at Education Minnesota, serving as their president (2013-2025) and their secretary treasurer (2007-2013). Specht’s recent board experience includes MN AFL-CIO Executive Board and General Board, AFT Executive Council, Great Lakes Center for Education Research and Practice, and the NEA Member Insurance Trust.
Curt Slater
Curt Slater is a 1994 graduate of Minnesota State University Moorhead, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education with a minor in Human Relationships. While at Moorhead State, he was a member of the men’s basketball team and served on the Education Leadership Team, experiences that helped shape his passion for teamwork, leadership, and service.
Curt dedicated more than 34 years to public education, serving as a paraprofessional, teacher, dean of students, associate principal, and principal. In 2018, he was named National Distinguished Principal of the Year, a recognition earned not by chasing titles, but by building relationships and lifting others up.
Curt believes schools don’t change because of programs – they change because of people. As the Founder and CEO of TILL360.com, he now travels the country challenging educators to reconnect with their WHY, lead with purpose, and create positive, nurturing, and engaging environments where both adults and students thrive.
Tammy Miller
A seasoned executive and public leader, Tammy Miller served as North Dakota’s Lieutenant Governor from January 2023 to December 2024, working alongside Governor Doug Burgum to strengthen the state’s economy, reduce taxes, address workforce challenges, and enhance public safety. In this role, she acted as the Governor’s liaison to 18 cabinet agencies, represented the state at key events, and advanced effective governance across agencies, boards, and commissions.
From April 2020 to December 2022, Tammy was the Chief Operating Officer in the Governor’s Office, leading the recruitment and development of cabinet leaders and fostering a high performing, collaborative team. She served as executive sponsor for major statewide initiatives, including large scale building projects, change management efforts, the integration of the Departments of Health and Human Services, Business Gateway, and the Red Tape Reduction initiative.
Before public service, Tammy spent nearly three decades at Border States, one of North America’s largest electrical distributors. As CEO and Board Chair from 2006 to 2020, she guided the company through transformative growth – from $485 million to nearly $2.5 billion in annual sales – while expanding employee ownership, acquiring and integrating eight companies, and scaling the organization to more than 100 locations. Earlier roles included Accounting Manager, Corporate Controller, VP Finance, Executive Vice President, and President.
Tammy began a career in finance at Charles Bailly & Company (now Eide Bailly), working in public accounting with an emphasis on audit.
Meet the Class of 2026 Graduates
This list reflects students that have applied for graduation. An official list of students will be available once all degrees have been conferred.
Graduate Students
Doctor of Education (EdD)
- Boe, Cynthia — Saint Joseph, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Race Evasion in White Student Affairs Professionals in Minnesota Higher Education: A Phenomenology
Advisor: Dr. Caitlin Johnson - Bryan, Carl — Kenosha, WI
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: A Critical Analysis of the Influence of Ideology on Education Governance in an Urban, Midwestern School District
Advisor: Dr. Boyd Bradbury - Gruis, Mary — Atwater, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Exploring the Impact an Ungraded Approach Has on Student Self-Efficacy in a First-Year Writing Course: A Case Study
Advisor: Dr. Kristen Carlson - How, Lynette — Clearbrook, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Investigating the Relationship Between Student Nurse Perceptions of Faculty Caring Interactions and Their Reported Professional Quality of Life
Advisor: Dr. Alicia Swanson - Johnson, Joshua — Fergus Falls, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Associations Between Artificial Intelligence and Other Contemporary Innovations in School Psychology Practice and Professional Burnout
Advisor: Dr. Ximena Suarez-Sousa - Johnson, Rebecca — Thief River Falls, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: College Students' Barriers to Mental Health Support Services: A Practitioner's Perspective
Advisor: Dr. Kristen Carlson - Mossholder, Jesse — La Crosse, WI
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Building Understanding: Developing a Mental Health Literacy Scale for Teacher Preparation Faculty in Addressing Student Mental Health
Advisor: Dr. Ximena Suarez-Sousa - Muller, Shayna — Nowthen, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Parent Involvement and Knowledge of the Special Education Process: A Quantitative Study of Secondary-Level Parents
Advisor: Dr. Kristen Carlson - Segarra, Kyle — Belcourt, ND
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Historical Trauma and Its Impact on Postsecondary Persistence of Native American Students at Turtle Mountain College
Advisor: Dr. Boyd Bradbury - Thompson, Jessica — Duluth, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Understanding Teacher Wellness: A Phenomenological Exploration of Mental Health, Physical Health, and Job Satisfaction of Current First Through Fifth Year Rural Minnesota Elementary Specialist Teachers
Advisor: Dr. Michael Coquyt - Tischmak-Drehmel, Brittany — Sauk Rapids, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Teacher Perceptions on Technology Integration and Its Impact on Student Writing Skills in High School English and Language Arts Classrooms
Advisor: Dr. Kristen Carlson - Wolff, Melissa — Moorhead, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: The Intersection of Faculty Perceptions of Student Evaluations of Teaching and Nursing Retention: The Challenges of Undergraduate Nursing Programs in Higher Education Institutions
Advisor: Dr. Jitendra Singh
Master of Arts (MA)
- Erkenbrack, Alicia — Wyoming, MN
Criminal Justice
Dissertation: Veterans Response Team
Advisor: Dr. Karen Branden - Gagan, Kasey — Providence, RI
Criminal Justice
Dissertation: Understanding Juvenile Delinquency: Analyzing Familial, Social, and Environmental Risk Factors
Advisor: Dr. Lee Vigilant - Habtemeskel, Mahlet — Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Criminal Justice
Dissertation: Trauma-Informed Approaches in Correctional Settings
Advisor: Dr. Geraldine Sloan - Hassel, Cierra — Brooklyn Park, MN
Criminal Justice
Dissertation: The Response of Child Protection Services to Prenatal Substance Exposure
Advisor: Dr. Karen Branden
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Brunsdon, Melanie — Winona, MN
Business Administration
Dissertation: Workday: A Corporate Analysis
Advisor: Dr. Greg Serdar - Griggs, Gavin — Fargo, ND
Business Administration
Dissertation: Berkshire Hathaway: An Analysis of Strategy, Governance, Ethics, and Financial Performance
Advisor: Dr. Greg Serdar - Haugrud, JoDee — Moorhead, MN
Business Administration
Dissertation: Self-Service Reporting Tool at Minnesota State Moorhead
Advisor: Dr. Greg Serdar - Haugrud, Megan — Moorhead, MN
Business Administration
Dissertation: Benefits of Life and Health Insurance
Advisor: Dr. Greg Serdar - Johnson, Brian — Belcourt, ND
Business Administration
Dissertation: A Comprehensive Corporate Analysis of UnitedHealth Group
Advisor: Dr. Greg Serdar - Mages, Olivia — New London, MN
Business Administration
Dissertation: Strategic Excellence and Operational Evolution: A Multidimensional Analysis of Apple Inc.’s Global Business Model
Advisor: Dr. Greg Serdar - Odukoya, Ayomide — Lagos, Nigeria
Business Administration
Dissertation: 3M Corporate Analysis
Advisor: Dr. Greg Serdar - Orange, Richard — Aledo, TX
Business Administration
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Greg Serdar - Pederson, Brooks — West Fargo, ND
Business Administration
Dissertation: TOP Concessions LLP: Strategic Growth and Multi-State Expansion of a Seasonal Mobile Concessions Business
Advisor: Dr. Mary Stone - Tweiten, Michael — Lakeville, MN
Business Administration
Dissertation: Generative Artificial Intelligence: Practical Adoption Across Work and Society
Advisor: Dr. Kwame Addey
Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA)
- Al Selim, Lara — Fargo, ND
Healthcare Administration
Dissertation: Implementation of an Organized System and a Unified Way for the Dissemination of Personal Training Programs, Nutritional Guidance, Supplement Guidance, and Progress Reports to Combat Rising Attrition Rates at Anytime Fitness
Advisor: Dr. Jim Sterling - Beckerleg, Jessica— Detroit Lakes, MN
Healthcare Administration
Dissertation: The Impact of the Implementation of a Standardized Registration Process in Rural Emergency Care
Advisor: Dr. Jim Sterling - Dahl, Reece — Prior Lake, MN
Healthcare Administration
Dissertation: The Importance of Program Accreditation
Advisor: Dr. Brandi Sillerud - Steffen, Avery — Zumbrota, MN
Healthcare Administration
Dissertation: Implementation of a Clinical Care Leader to Reduce Director of Nursing Burnout and Improve Nursing Department Training Satisfaction
Advisor: Dr. Brandi Sillerud - Stein, Bailey — Cambridge, MN
Healthcare Administration
Dissertation: Transforming Patient Access Operations: A Work Queue Optimization Initiative
Advisor: Dr. Jitendra Singh - Swaney, Kaitlyn — Lakeville, MN
Healthcare Administration
Dissertation: Preventing Obesity to Live a Healthier Lifestyle in Youth Individuals With Special Needs
Advisor: Dr. Jitendra Singh - Theriault, Betsy — Roseau, MN
Healthcare Administration
Dissertation: Improving Interoperability and Resident Care: An Electronic Health Records System Transition
Advisor: Dr. Brandi Sillerud
Master of Science (MS)
- Aigner, Ava — Walcott, ND
Counseling
Dissertation: Analysis of Self
Advisor: Dr. Jessica Brown - Anderson, Annika — Fergus Falls, MN
Counseling
Dissertation: Analysis of Self
Advisor: Dr. Jessica Brown - Anderson, Lydia — Moorhead, MN
Counseling
Dissertation: Analysis of Self
Advisor: Dr. Jessica Brown - Anderson, Whitney — Rock Rapids, IA
Speech-Language Pathology
Dissertation: Early Identification of Dyslexia: Best Practices for School-Based Speech-Language Pathologists
Advisor: Whitney Mead - Atteberry, Anna — Bemidji, MN
Special Education
Dissertation: Purposeful Data Collection: A Practical Handbook for Progress Monitoring Students With Complex Support Needs in Self-Contained Special Education Settings
Advisor: Dr. Keri DeSutter - Aus, Lauren — Shakopee, MN
Speech-Language Pathology
Dissertation: School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist Responsibilities in Pediatric Traumatic Brain Injury Management
Advisor: Sarah Ring - Barker, Kaylee — Moorhead, MN
Nursing
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Tracy Wright - Bartholomay, Erin — Casselton, ND
Counseling
Dissertation: Analysis of Self
Advisor: Dr. Aaron Suomala Folkerds - Bates, Andrew — Moorhead, MN
Counseling
Dissertation: Analysis of Self
Advisor: Dr. Taryn Akgul - Bice, Kaitlyn — Hickson, ND
Counseling
Dissertation: From Healing to Helping Others
Advisor: Dr. Jessica Brown - Bohmer, Anika — Detroit Lakes, MN
Speech-Language Pathology
Dissertation: Melodic Intonation Therapy as an Effective Treatment Option for Apraxia of Speech
Advisor: Dr. Nancy Paul - Braaten, Deidre — Kindred, ND
Speech-Language Pathology
Dissertation: The Speech-Language Pathologist’s Counseling Role for Total Laryngectomy
Advisor: Dr. Joni Mehrhoff - Briese, Heather — Fergus Falls, MN
Special Education
Dissertation: Building Preschool Teacher Confidence in Understanding Student Accommodations by Implementing the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) Framework
Advisor: Dr. Keri DeSutter - Bright, Jacob — Kensington, MN
Speech-Language Pathology
Dissertation: The Impact of Traumatic Brain Injuries on Social Communication in Adolescents: Assessment and Intervention Strategies
Advisor: Sarah Ring - Bueltel, Collin Richard — Canby, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Carlson, Jessica — Woodbury, MN
Speech-Language Pathology
Dissertation: Reviewing the Literature on Executive Function Intervention Strategies for Adults With Moderate-to-Severe Traumatic Brain Injury
Advisor: Dr. Joni Mehrhoff - Carstensen-Boe, Allyson — Rice, MN
Speech-Language Pathology
Dissertation: The Role of the SLP in Developmental Language Disorder and ADHD
Advisor: Whitney Mead - Copenhaver, Jacob — Carrington, ND
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Craig, Bill — Butte, MT
Athletic Training
Dissertation: A Critically Appraised Topic: Effectiveness of Hydrogen-Rich Water Therapies in Reducing Inflammation
Advisor: Dr. Dawn Hammerschmidt - Crawford, Danielle — Moorhead, MN
Speech-Language Pathology
Dissertation: Comparing Premature Infant Oral Motor Intervention and Cue-Based Feeding: Evidence-Based Approaches for Speech-Language Pathologists in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Advisor: Dr. Joni Mehrhoff - Davis, Deja — Dallas, TX
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - De Moraes Pontes, Isack — Olinda, Brazil
Business Analytics
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Greg Serdar - De Smet, Cortney — Ramsey, MN
Nursing
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Tracy Wright - Doebbeling, Megan — Belle Plaine, MN
Counseling
Dissertation: Analysis of Self
Advisor: Dr. Taryn Akgul - Duncan, Mia — Fargo, ND
Counseling
Dissertation: Analysis of Self
Advisor: Dr. Taryn Akgul - Dux, Peter — Buxton, ND
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Elling, Arial — Hutchinson, MN
Special Education
Dissertation: Strengthening Early Childhood Systems: A Resource for Referral, Intervention, and Behavioral Support in Community Preschools
Advisor: Dr. Keri DeSutter - Fears, Isabella — Fargo, ND
Counseling
Dissertation: Adverse Childhood Experiences on Adult Mental Health Outcomes
Advisor: Dr. Aaron Suomala Folkerds - Felix de McFarlane, Johanny — Fairbanks, AK
School Psychology
Dissertation: Literacy Across Contexts: The Importance of Teaching Systematic and Explicit Reading Foundations at an Early Age
Advisor: Dr. Mary Dosch - Forbord, Jeri — Merrifield, MN
Curriculum & Instruction
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Michael Coquyt - Forde-Kerbaugh, Sabrina — West Fargo, ND
Counseling
Dissertation: Analysis of Self
Advisor: Dr. Taryn Akgul - Gary, Alayna — Waubun, MN
Counseling
Dissertation: Analysis of Self
Advisor: Rikki Fischer - Gary, Jody — Wheaton, MN
School Psychology
Dissertation: Using Listening Passage Preview With Third Grade Students
Advisor: Prof. Joshua Johnson - Geffre, Ava — Detroit Lakes, MN
Speech-Language Pathology
Dissertation: Teaching Perspective-Taking and Theory of Mind in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder
Advisor: Dr. Elaine Pyle - Geotz, Abby — Crosby, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. James Johnson - Giese, Laura — Oakdale, MN
Special Education
Dissertation: Paraprofessional Onboarding in Early Childhood Special Education
Advisor: Dr. Keri DeSutter - Glover, Kristen — Glenwood, MN
Counseling
Dissertation: Analysis of Self
Advisor: Rikki Fischer - Gordon, Larisa — Marshall, MN
Special Education
Dissertation: From Functional Skills to Full Participation: Examining the Impact of Collaborative Transitions on Student Learning
Advisor: Dr. Shirley Johnson - Greene, Bailey — Thief River Falls, MN
Counseling
Dissertation: Analysis of Self
Advisor: Rikki Fischer - Groff, Emmee — Detroit Lakes, MN
Counseling
Dissertation: Analysis of Self
Advisor: Dr. Taryn Akgul - Halvorson, Michaela — Twin Valley, MN
Counseling
Dissertation: Analysis of Self
Advisor: Dr. Aaron Suomala Folkerds - Heidlebaugh, Josi — Frazee, MN
Speech-Language Pathology
Dissertation: Strengths-Based Speech-Language Pathology Approaches for Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Advisor: Dr. Elaine Pyle - Hills, Katie — Fargo, ND
Speech-Language Pathology
Dissertation: The Intersection Between Acquired Brain Injuries in Adults and Adverse Childhood Experiences: A Speech-Language Pathologist Perspective on Trauma-Informed Care in Neurogenic Rehabilitation
Advisor: Dr. Joni Mehrhoff - Hood, Ivy — Thief River Falls, MN
Speech-Language Pathology
Dissertation: Interventions for Individuals With Down Syndrome and Dementia
Advisor: Dr. Nancy Paul - Holtman, LaRen — Mankato, MN
Curriculum & Instruction
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Michael Coquyt - Hone, Trevor — Rothsay, MN
Curriculum & Instruction
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Michael Coquyt - Huss, Nicholas — Alexandria, MN
Athletic Training
Dissertation: A Critically Appraised Topic: Effectiveness of Photobiomodulation in Healing Superficial Wounds in Athletes
Advisor: Dr. Dawn Hammerschmidt - James, Landyn — Alexandria, MN
Athletic Training
Dissertation: A Critically Appraised Topic: What are the Specific Parameters of Cold-Water Immersion on its Positive Effects on Recovery and Sleep in the Physically Active Population?
Advisor: Dr. Dawn Hammerschmidt - Jansen, Nicholas — Alexandria, MN
Curriculum & Instruction
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Michael Coquyt - Jemmings, Abby — Morgan, MN
Curriculum & Instruction
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Michael Coquyt - Johnson, Christianne — Minneapolis, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Justen, Karisa — Rogers, MN
Curriculum & Instruction
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Michael Coquyt - Kandel, Kristina — Moorhead, MN
Counseling
Dissertation: Analysis of Self
Advisor: Dr. Jessica Brown - Knudsen, Maya — West Des Moines, IA
Counseling
Dissertation: Analysis of Self
Advisor: Dr. Aaron Suomala Folkerds - Kor, Raeann — Dawson, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Korpi, Jillian — Pengilly, MN
Curriculum & Instruction
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Michael Coquyt - Korynta, Joel — Moorhead, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Krebsbach, Adam — West Fargo, ND
Counseling
Dissertation: Analysis of Self
Advisor: Dr. Taryn Akgul - Kruse, Sadie — Fridley, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Kukowski, Deseraye — Newburg, ND
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Large, Tessa — Bemidji, MN
School Psychology
Dissertation: Using Overcoming Obstacles Curriculum to Improve Social Emotional Skills in Elementary Students
Advisor: Dr. Mary Dosch - Larson, Frieda — Crookston, MN
Nursing
Dissertation: Integrating Digital Learning Resources into Undergraduate Nursing Curriculum
Advisor: Dr. Tracy Wright - Leier, Rebecca — Thief River Falls, MN
Curriculum & Instruction
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Michael Coquyt - Lundeen, Ashley — Moorhead, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. James Johnson - Lundstrom, Anna — Duluth, MN
Nursing
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Tracy Wright - Marschke, Abbie — Glyndon, MN
Speech-Language Pathology
Dissertation: Speech-Language Pathologist’s Role: Communication Partner Training for Adults With Dementia
Advisor: Dr. Joni Mehrhoff - Matthews, Mary — Bismarck, ND
Speech-Language Pathology
Dissertation: The Critical Role of Speech Therapy in Supporting Individuals With Autism After High School: Enhancing Communication for a Successful Transition to Adulthood
Advisor: Whitney Mead - McLachlan, Riley — Detroit Lakes, MN
Speech-Language Pathology
Dissertation: Management of Dysphagia in Progressive Illness: Clinical and Ethical Perspectives in Speech-Language Pathology
Advisor: Dr. Joni Mehrhoff - Mellesmoen, Hannah — Atwater, MN
Curriculum & Instruction
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Michael Coquyt - Mollet, Mitchell — Richfield, MN
Curriculum & Instruction
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Michael Coquyt - Moore, Evan — Naperville, IL
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Mortensen, Megan — Fargo, ND
Nursing
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Tracy Wright - Mosaei, Renata — Twin Valley, MN
Counseling
Dissertation: Analysis of Self
Advisor: Dr. Jessica Brown - Munson, Jordan — Tracy, MN
Speech-Language Pathology
Dissertation: The Role of Parent Coaching in Facilitating Language Development in Preschoolers
Advisor: Dr. Elaine Pyle - Nash, Derek — Eagan, MN
Curriculum & Instruction
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Michael Coquyt - Nelson, Madalynn — Braham, MN
Nursing
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Tracy Wright - Nettleton, Ashley — Harwood, ND
Curriculum & Instruction
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Michael Coquyt - Neustel, Jill — Leonard, MN
Counseling
Dissertation: The Child I Was, the Individual and Counselor I am Becoming: A Theoretical Self-Conceptualization
Advisor: Rikki Fischer - Nicholson, Ashley — Madison, MN
Nursing
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Tracy Wright - Obaedy, Ahmed — Hawley, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Olson, Eric — Andover, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Oslowski, Amber — West Fargo, ND
Counseling
Dissertation: From Healing to Helping: Turning Pain Into Purpose
Advisor: Dr. Jessica Brown - Oster, Gwen — Bemidji, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Peddycoart, Molly — Otsego, MN
Special Education
Dissertation: Augmentative and Alternative Communication Implementation for Special Education Teachers
Advisor: Dr. Keri DeSutter - Picknicki, Hannah — Winnipeg, MB
Speech-Language Pathology
Dissertation: The Role of a Speech-Language Pathologist in Concussion Management of Adolescents
Advisor: Sarah Ring - Pugliese, Samantha — Roanoke, VA
Counseling
Dissertation: Analysis of Self
Advisor: Dr. Aaron Suomala Folkerds - Reemts, Georgia — Alexandria, MN
School Psychology
Dissertation: Zoo U: An Emotional Wellness Intervention Case Study
Advisor: Prof. Joshua Johnson - Rendle, Samuel — Grand Rapids, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Rood, Allyson — Rush City, MN
Athletic Training
Dissertation: A Critically Appraised Topic: Types of Playing Surfaces and Their Effect on Non-Contact Lower Extremity Injuries
Advisor: Dr. Dawn Hammerschmidt - Rostvedt, Sheila — Fargo, ND
Special Education
Dissertation: Determining the Least Restrictive Environment for Students With Learning Disabilities
Advisor: Dr. Keri DeSutter - Ruda, Nathan — Long Prairie, MN
Athletic Training
Dissertation: A Critically Appraised Topic: Comparing the Effectiveness of Non-Surgical Versus Surgical Treatment for Chronic Plantar Fasciitis
Advisor: Dr. Dawn Hammerschmidt - Rudolph, Sara — Bismarck, ND
Speech-Language Pathology
Dissertation: The Role of Speech-Language Pathologists in Supporting Safe and Effective Oral Feeding for Preterm Infants
Advisor: Dr. Elaine Pyle - Sandry, Kaitlin — West Fargo, ND
Speech-Language Pathology
Dissertation: The Role of the Speech-Language Pathologist in Trauma-Informed Care
Advisor: Whitney Mead - Sather, Ashley — Fargo, ND
Counseling
Dissertation: Between Sessions: Counseling the Counselor in Training – The Long Conversation
Advisor: Dr. Aaron Suomala Folkerds - Saumer, Robert — Makinen, MN
Curriculum & Instruction
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Michael Coquyt - Saunders, Jared — Hutchinson, MN
Counseling
Dissertation: Analysis of Self
Advisor: Dr. Taryn Akgul - Savaloja, Rhonda — Wheaton, MN
Nursing
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Tracy Wright - Schoeneck, Grace — Cambridge, MN
Speech-Language Pathology
Dissertation: The Effectiveness of Feeding Therapy in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder
Advisor: Dr. Joni Mehrhoff - Sibert, Julie — Wadena, MN
Nursing
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Tracy Wright - Siegler, Halle — Truman, MN
Counseling
Dissertation: Analysis of Self
Advisor: Dr. Aaron Suomala Folkerds - Smallen, David — Minneapolis, MN
Counseling
Dissertation: Countless Journeys: Becoming a Mental Health Counselor
Advisor: Dr. Jessica Brown - Sneller, Kyndall — Hazel Run, MN
Speech-Language Pathology
Dissertation: The Role of Speech-Language Pathologists in Early Literacy Intervention: Using Shared Book Reading to Support Language Development in Young Children
Advisor: Dr. Elaine Pyle - Soine, Kennedi — Mayville, ND
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Sparks, Katherine — Raymond, MN
Speech-Language Pathology
Dissertation: Motor-Based Versus Linguistic-Based Intervention Approaches for Childhood Apraxia of Speech
Advisor: Dr. Elaine Pyle - Sundquist, Elizabeth — Horace, ND
Counseling
Dissertation: A Trial of Resilience: From a Work of Art to a Work of Heart
Advisor: Dr. Taryn Akgul - Surface, Dylan — Grand Rapids, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Svobodny, Beau — Audubon, MN
Special Education
Dissertation: Improving Self-Monitoring and Managing Emotions and Behaviors
Advisor: Dr. Shirley Johnson - Szczur, Greta — Benson, MN
Speech-Language Pathology
Dissertation: Dropping the Mask of Impostor Syndrome: Intervention, Barriers, and Prevention
Advisor: Dr. Elaine Pyle - Thompson, Autumn — Argyle, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Thompson, Mia — Mentor, MN
Speech-Language Pathology
Dissertation: An Integrated Service Delivery Model Combining Speech Therapy Services and Sensory Integration Therapy for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Advisor: Sarah Ring - Van Dyke, Allison — Glyndon, MN
Speech-Language Pathology
Dissertation: The Efficacy of Music-Based Interventions on Speech Perception in Adults With Cochlear Implantations
Advisor: Dr. Nancy Paul - VonBank, Brooklyn — Alexandria, MN
Special Education
Dissertation: Comprehensive Review of Writing Instruction and Writing Curriculum
Advisor: Dr. Keri DeSutter - Walz, Savannah — Willmar, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Weinand, Allison — Fargo, ND
Special Education
Dissertation: Bridging Communication and Curriculum: Research-Based Practices for Supporting Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Users With Developmental Disabilities
Advisor: Dr. Marci Glessner - Wielenberg, Shania — Olivia, MN
Athletic Training
Dissertation: A Critically Appraised Topic: What is the Evidence That Photobiomodulation Enhances Soft-Tissue Healing?
Advisor: Dr. Dawn Hammerschmidt - Wiggs, Ivy — Thief River Falls, MN
Speech-Language Pathology
Dissertation: Interventions for Individuals With Down Syndrome and Dementia
Advisor: Dr. Nancy Paul - Williamson, Shayla — Anoka, MN
Curriculum & Instruction
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Michael Coquyt - Wong, Kelly — Winnipeg, MB
Speech-Language Pathology
Dissertation: Examining the Effectiveness of the Lee Silverman Voice Treatment (LSVT LOUD) for Disorders: Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome and Multiple Sclerosis
Advisor: Dr. Joni Mehrhoff - Zierden, Olivia — Albany, MN
Speech-Language Pathology
Dissertation: Effects of Mild Cognitive Impairment on Psychosocial Health
Advisor: Dr. Nancy Paul
Master of Social Work (MSW)
- Berkenpas, Ashley — West Fargo, ND
Social Work
Dissertation: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) With College Students
Advisor: Dr. Melanie Fierstine - Brooks, Terri — Sisseton, SD
Social Work
Dissertation: Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Is the Treatment Intervention/Modality
Advisor: Dr. Jeremy Carney - Carter, Sidney — Inkster, ND
Social Work
Dissertation: Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Advisor: Ashley Peterson - Castellano, Ella — Grand Rapids, MN
Social Work
Dissertation: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: Theory, Practice, and Evidence-Based Outcomes
Advisor: Dr. Jeremy Carney - Clausen, Samantha — Blackduck, MN
Social Work
Dissertation: Solution-Focused Brief Therapy as an Effective Treatment Modality
Advisor: Ashley Peterson - Colter, Anna — Grand Forks, ND
Social Work
Dissertation: Child-Parent Psychotherapy
Advisor: Ashley Peterson - Cress, Isabelle — Glenwood, MN
Social Work
Dissertation: Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: A Multicultural Case Study
Advisor: Dr. Nandita Bezbaruah - Dahirow, Mano — Fargo, ND
Social Work
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Nandita Bezbaruah - Dahl, Kayliana — Ada, MN
Social Work
Dissertation: Parent-Child Interaction Therapy
Advisor: Dr. Nandita Bezbaruah - Dehler, Andrea — Fergus Falls, MN
Social Work
Dissertation: Development and Pilot Implementation of Native American Education Program Framework at Breckenridge Public Schools
Advisor: Dr. Nandita Bezbaruah - Denoma-Olson, Alana — Elbow Lake, MN
Social Work
Dissertation: Some Stories Exist Beyond the Reach of Words: The Impact of Art Therapy on Middle School-Age Children's Emotional Processing, Self-Expression, and Emotional Development
Advisor: Dr. Melanie Fierstine - Farah, Aniso — Minneapolis, MN
Social Work
Dissertation: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Advisor: Ashley Peterson - Flick, Skyler — Fargo, ND
Social Work
Dissertation: Applying Narrative Therapy in Clinical Social Work Practice: A Portfolio Project
Advisor: Dr. Jeremy Carney - Freeland, Brooke — Blaine, MN
Social Work
Dissertation: Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Advisor: Dr. Jeremy Carney - Good, Caitlin — Bemidji, MN
Social Work
Dissertation: Implementing Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills in Acute Care Settings for High-Acuity Patients
Advisor: Dr. Jeremy Carney - Helm, Emily — Fargo, ND
Social Work
Dissertation: Chronic Absenteeism and Servant Leadership: A Framework for Student Engagement and Retention
Advisor: Dr. Melanie Fierstine - Jensen, Liberty — Moorhead, MN
Social Work
Dissertation: Applying Psychodynamic Therapy in Clinical Social Work Practice: A Portfolio Project
Advisor: Dr. Jeremy Carney - Larson, Heather — Detroit Lakes, MN
Social Work
Dissertation: Functional Family Therapy
Advisor: Dr. Jeremy Carney - Levie, Margaret — Wahpeton, ND
Social Work
Dissertation: Decolonizing Clinical Social Work: Indigenous and Traditional Healing Integration Guided by Two-Eyed Seeing
Advisor: Dr. Jeremy Carney - Madison, Amanda — Fergus Falls, MN
Social Work
Dissertation: Compassion Focused Therapy
Advisor: Dr. Melanie Fierstine - McCauley, Davidetta — Moorhead, MN
Social Work
Dissertation: Applying Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) in Clinical Social Work Practice: A Multicultural and Evidence-Based Approach
Advisor: Dr. Nandita Bezbaruah - Mullikin, Megan — Dilworth, MN
Social Work
Dissertation: Implementing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Children With Anxiety
Advisor: Ashley Peterson - Narimani, Heidi — Battle Lake, MN
Social Work
Dissertation: Narrative Therapy Strategies Using Multi-Media in a Group Setting
Advisor: Dr. Nandita Bezbaruah - Ness, Alyssa — Moorhead, MN
Social Work
Dissertation: Healing Through Sand: An Exploration of Sand Tray Therapy With Diverse Populations
Advisor: Ashley Peterson - Norman, Annika — Geneva, IL
Social Work
Dissertation: Transitional Community Support for Adults With Intellectual Disabilities
Advisor: Ashley Peterson - Oberg, Ryan — Moorhead, MN
Social Work
Dissertation: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Psychosis (CBTP)
Advisor: Ashley Peterson - Pearson, Tausha — Dent, MN
Social Work
Dissertation: Addressing Trauma as a Driver of Relapse: The Use of Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) in Substance Use Treatment
Advisor: Dr. Nandita Bezbaruah - Peterson, Ashley — Wadena, MN
Social Work
Dissertation: Dialectical Behavior Therapy as a Transdiagnostic Intervention: Analyzing Its Impact Across Multiple Mental Health Disorders
Advisor: Denette Narum - Plantenberg, Hannah — Little Falls, MN
Social Work
Dissertation: Accelerated Resolution Therapy
Advisor: Dr. Nandita Bezbaruah - Richter, Kari — Perham, MN
Social Work
Dissertation: Review of Accelerated Resolution Therapy
Advisor: Dr. Jeremy Carney - Rossina, Kellee — Brainerd, MN
Social Work
Dissertation: Internal Family Systems Therapy in the Treatment of Trauma Disorders
Advisor: Ashley Peterson - Ross-Sullivan, LaToya — Browerville, MN
Social Work
Dissertation: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR): A Multicultural Clinical Case Study
Advisor: Dr. Jeremy Carney - Stockley, Derek — West Fargo, ND
Social Work
Dissertation: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Advisor: Dr. Melanie Fierstine - Stringer Henry, Fayme — Grand Forks, ND
Social Work
Dissertation: Strategy Map for Strengthening North Dakota’s Human Rights and Social Change Ecosystem
Advisor: Dr. Melanie Fierstine - Thompson, Abby — Chisholm, MN
Social Work
Dissertation: Application of Person-Centered Therapy in Clinical Practice With Adults With Disabilities and Serious Mental Illness
Advisor: Dr. Jeremy Carney - Threatt, Athena — Crookston, MN
Social Work
Dissertation: Accelerated Resolution Therapy in Practice
Advisor: Dr. Melanie Fierstine - Torgerson, Leigh — Bemidji, MN
Social Work
Dissertation: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Advisor: Dr. Nandita Bezbaruah - VanEps, Taylor — Wahpeton, ND
Social Work
Dissertation: Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Advisor: Dr. Jeremy Carney - Vasichek, Jasmine — West Fargo, ND
Social Work
Dissertation: Meeting People Where They Are: Implementing a Syringe Service Program in a Behavioral Health Clinic
Advisor: Ashley Peterson - Williams, Amanda — Harlem, New York City, NY
Social Work
Dissertation: Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Advisor: Dr. Melanie Fierstine - Williams, Kayla — Beavercreek, OH
Social Work
Dissertation: Implementation of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in a School Setting
Advisor: Dr. Melanie Fierstine - Yassin, Eman — Moorhead, MN
Social Work
Dissertation: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR): Healing Through the Eye
Advisor: Dr. Jeremy Carney
Specialist
- Aafedt, Anthony — Dawson, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Adrian, Andrea — Buxton, ND
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Al-Juhari, Alea — Fargo, ND
School Psychology
Dissertation: School Psychology Specialist Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Lisa H. Stewart - Bartels, Anna — Plymouth, MN
School Psychology
Dissertation: School Psychology Specialist Portfolio
Advisor: Prof. Joshua Johnson - Beneke, Samantha — Maple Lake, MN
School Psychology
Dissertation: School Psychology Specialist Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Mary Dosch - Boell, Matthew — Bemidji, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Bothun, Rachel — Long Prairie, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Cannella, Liliana — Grand Rapids, MN
School Psychology
Dissertation: School Psychology Specialist Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Mary Dosch - Cruickshank, Ali — Solon Springs, WI
School Psychology
Dissertation: School Psychology Specialist Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Lisa H. Stewart - Dryburgh, Thomas — Moorhead, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Eben, Andrew — West Fargo, ND
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Eckert, Travis — Brooklyn Park, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Enstad, Keith — Minneapolis, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Fairbanks, Annette — Harris, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Godding, Sara — Bemidji, MN
School Psychology
Dissertation: School Psychology Specialist Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Mary Dosch - Hilligoss-Moe, Sarah — Minneapolis, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Hobbs, Logan — Fergus Falls, MN
School Psychology
Dissertation: School Psychology Specialist Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Lisa H. Stewart - Huneke, Jessica — Grand Meadow, MN
School Psychology
Dissertation: School Psychology Specialist Portfolio
Advisor: Prof. Joshua Johnson - Kamarainen, Adara — Eagan, MN
School Psychology
Dissertation: School Psychology Specialist Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Mary Dosch - Kent, Ashley — De Graff, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Kluver, Regan — Shakopee, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Kunkel, Abigail — Norwood, MN
School Psychology
Dissertation: School Psychology Specialist Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Lisa H. Stewart - LaDue-Davis, Andrea — Waubun, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - LaFave, Stephanie — Sauk Rapids, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Linden, Desiree — Mahnomen, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Lodwick, Kierra — Winnipeg, MB
School Psychology
Dissertation: School Psychology Specialist Portfolio
Advisor: Prof. Joshua Johnson - Menning, Katherine — Lexington, MA
School Psychology
Dissertation: School Psychology Specialist Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Lisa H. Stewart - Mohror, Aura Lee — Fargo, ND
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Oliver, Megan — Fergus Falls, MN
School Psychology
Dissertation: School Psychology Specialist Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Mary Dosch - Parisien, Kylie — Belcourt, ND
School Psychology
Dissertation: School Psychology Specialist Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Mary Dosch - Peterson, Cassandra — Pine City, MN
School Psychology
Dissertation: School Psychology Specialist Portfolio
Advisor: Prof. Joshua Johnson - Peterson, Onika — New Richland, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Rostvet, Cassandra — Northwood, ND
School Psychology
Dissertation: School Psychology Specialist Portfolio
Advisor: Prof. Joshua Johnson - Schwab, Brit — Thief River Falls, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Sjostrand, Terise — Farmington, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Weinmann, Mathias — Laporte, MN
School Psychology
Dissertation: School Psychology Specialist Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Mary Dosch - Wermager, Chelsie — Luverne, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Christopher Mills - Wick, James — Blaine, MN
Educational Leadership
Dissertation: Professional Portfolio
Advisor: Dr. Brennan Kent
Undergraduate Students
College of Arts & Humanities
Associate in Arts
- Couillard, Josie — Duluth, MN
Liberal Arts - Korstjens, Bridget Ann — Milbank, SD
Liberal Arts
Cum Laude - Kuntz, Monique — Moorhead, MN
Liberal Arts - Lueck, Avery Grace — Hamburg, MN
- Weleski, Shayla Faith — Clear Lake, MN
Liberal Arts
Bachelor of Arts
- Bratsch, Holly Jean — Danube, MN
Spanish
Summa Cum Laude - Dahl, Ryley Anwyn — Fargo, ND
English/Mass Communications
Cum Laude - Dissou, Widaad Tiffany M. — Fargo, ND
English - Drylie, Cameron John — West Fargo, ND
History
Cum Laude - Duranovic, Amir — Moorhead, MN
English
Summa Cum Laude - Eia, Isabel Rae — Fertile, MN
English
Magna Cum Laude - Farman, Brynna Lee — Moorhead, MN
History
Summa Cum Laude - Funk, Elliot Theodore — Moorhead, MN
History
Summa Cum Laude - Hamill, Jacob Nathaniel — Lakeville, MN
English - Hedblom, Conor Paul — Roseville, MN
Music - Lind, Judah Charles — Fargo, ND
English/Mass Communications
Cum Laude - Pfennig, Aubrey — Waynesville, OH
Art History
Cum Laude - Rubio, Mia — Aitkin, MN
English; History - Spaeth, Autumn Raine — Moorhead, MN
English
Magna Cum Laude - Windahl, Marc Lawrence — Moorhead, MN
Art History
Summa Cum Laude
Bachelor of Fine Arts
- Barthel, Alayna Starr — Bertha, MN
Art Education
Magna Cum Laude - Berg, Mary Susan — East Bethel, MN
Animation
Magna Cum Laude - Besonen, Anna L. — Moorhead, MN
BFA Studio Art - Duckson, Elisha — Moorhead, MN
BFA Studio Art - Erickson, Molli Ann — Moorhead, MN
Art Education
Cum Laude - Gartner, Reece Andrea — Hutchinson, MN
Animation
Summa Cum Laude - Grimm, Ashley Paige — Shakopee, MN
Graphic and Interactive Design
Summa Cum Laude - Hosie, Corbin — Fargo, ND
Film Production - Hunter, Alex E. — Casselton, ND
Animation
Cum Laude - Janisch, Rhett Matthew — Thief River Falls, MN
Graphic and Interactive Design
Magna Cum Laude - Johnson, Avery Shae — Fargo, ND
Graphic and Interactive Design
Cum Laude - Johnson, Grace Aimee — Moorhead, MN
Animation
Magna Cum Laude - Kolehmainen, Aidan — Monticello, MN
Graphic and Interactive Design
Cum Laude - Kruize, Kylie R. — Fargo, ND
Graphic and Interactive Design
Summa Cum Laude - Lorensberg, Haley Rose — Fargo, ND
Film Production - Marty, Robyn Carol — Chokio, MN
Art Education
Summa Cum Laude - Mercer, Ariana Kay — Fargo, ND
BFA Studio Art
Magna Cum Laude - Mercer, Talia Elaine — Fargo, ND
Graphic and Interactive Design
Summa Cum Laude - Miller, River Louis — Moorhead, MN
Animation
Summa Cum Laude - Nelsen, Lindsey Hannah — Bemidji, MN
Graphic and Interactive Design
Summa Cum Laude - Ogniewski, Alex Kate — Moorhead, MN
Studio Art - Olson, Max — Apple Valley, MN
Animation
Cum Laude - Pfennig, Aubrey — Waynesville, OH
BFA Studio Art
Cum Laude - Pletsch, Jake — Moorhead, MN
Film Production
Summa Cum Laude - Rakhimov, Abdulaziz — Moorhead, MN
Animation - Rangeloff, Calleigh Jo Amanda — Nome, ND
Animation
Cum Laude - Regner, Trent Allen — West Fargo, ND
BFA Studio Art
Magna Cum Laude - Rundquist, Roberto Rex — Sioux City, IA
Animation; Film Production
Summa Cum Laude - Sather, Tom Dean — Eden Prairie, MN
BFA Studio Art - Schroeder, Amber JoAnn — Park Rapids, MN
Art Education
Magna Cum Laude - Scott, Xavier M. — Mandan, ND
Film Production
Summa Cum Laude - Seewald-Marquardt, Owen August — Moorhead, MN
Film Production - Sethre, Olivia Paige — Fountain, MN
Animation
Summa Cum Laude - Shoutz, Nicole Amber — Big Lake, MN
Animation
Summa Cum Laude - Stotz, Kelby — West Fargo, ND
Animation
Magna Cum Laude - Tantay, Micos Jay Larion — Alexandria, MN
Animation - Thao, Pa Der — St. Paul, MN
Animation
Summa Cum Laude - Valdivia Cardenas, Cynthia Yulieth — Monticello, MN
Animation
Magna Cum Laude - Windahl, Marc Lawrence — Moorhead, MN
BFA Studio Art
Summa Cum Laude
Bachelor of Science
- Alonzo, Blake A. — Clitherall, MN
Social Studies Education
Summa Cum Laude - Baumann, Erica Ann — Apple Valley, MN
Social Studies Education - Botzet, Kaitlyn Marie — Ulen, MN
Social Studies Education
Summa Cum Laude - Deering, Robert William — Moorhead, MN
Audio Production & Entertainment Management
Cum Laude - Farman, Brynna Lee — Moorhead, MN
Social Studies Education
Summa Cum Laude - Knudson, Madison — Mandan, ND
Communication Arts/Literature Education
Summa Cum Laude - Lahlum, John Robert — Fargo, ND
Music Education
Summa Cum Laude - Manska, Lakia Nicole — Morris, MN
Communication Arts/Literature Education; Social Studies Education - Nelson, David — Fargo, ND
Social Studies Education
Magna Cum Laude - Taylor, Tiana — Moorhead, MN
Music Education - Zitzow, Kayla Lenora — Moorhead, MN
Social Studies Education
College of Education & Human Services
Bachelor of Arts
- Bestland, Keegan Westley — Staples, MN
Criminal Justice
Summa Cum Laude - Borlay, William — Gwinner, ND
Criminal Justice - Clark, Loden Gene — Waubun, MN
Criminal Justice
Cum Laude - Dudgeon, Beverly Jean — Moorhead, MN
Criminal Justice - Eastman, Maria Ellen — Bemidji, MN
Sociology
Summa Cum Laude - Ebsen, Amelia Dalice — Fargo, ND
Criminal Justice
Magna Cum Laude - Gustafson, William Anthony — Moorhead, MN
Criminal Justice
Summa Cum Laude - Hurley, Blayke Nicole — Horace, ND
Criminal Justice
Cum Laude - Ibrahim, Muna Ahmed — Moorhead, MN
Criminal Justice - McGarvey, Gabrielle Ruby — Moorhead, MN
Criminal Justice
Summa Cum Laude - Monahan, Brenna Claire — Fargo, ND
Criminal Justice
Summa Cum Laude - Nickolauson Fincher, Coquet — East Grand Forks, MN
Sociology - Price, William J. — Vernal, UT
Criminal Justice; Sociology
Cum Laude - Qasim, Said Ali — Moorhead, MN
Criminal Justice
Cum Laude - Ronngren, Laura Jean — Fargo, ND
Sociology
Cum Laude - Tomlinson, Lauren Marie — Dayton, MN
Criminal Justice
Magna Cum Laude - Tschida, Blair Kathleen — Royalton, MN
Criminal Justice
Cum Laude - Veazie, Tiarra Jean — Elbow Lake, MN
Criminal Justice
Summa Cum Laude - Wilson, Alexa Marie — Farmington, MN
Criminal Justice
Cum Laude - Wright, Jaelyn Christina — Coleraine, MN
Criminal Justice
Bachelor of Science
- Abraham, Cassi — Moorhead, MN
Speech/Language/Hearing Science
Summa Cum Laude - Bare, Hayat Abdikadir — Moorhead, MN
Elementary Inclusive Education
Magna Cum Laude - Bedford, Haley — Moorhead, MN
Elementary Inclusive Education
Magna Cum Laude - Beyer, Emma Marie — Luverne, MN
Elementary Inclusive Education
Summa Cum Laude - Bjorge, Ella Ann — Little Falls, MN
Elementary Inclusive Education
Magna Cum Laude - Black, Sylvia Marie — Platteville, WI
Speech/Language/Hearing Science
Summa Cum Laude - Bobrowske, Ella Jo — Howard Lake, MN
Speech/Language/Hearing Science
Summa Cum Laude - Bosch, Samantha Marie — Argusville, ND
Elementary Inclusive Education
Magna Cum Laude - Boushee, Aislinn Jeanette — Fosston, MN
Early Childhood Education
Summa Cum Laude - Brandenburg, Peyton Marie — Fargo, ND
Speech/Language/Hearing Science
Summa Cum Laude - Brandt, Kolby Lee — Park Rapids, MN
Elementary Inclusive Education - Burmeister, Averie Lovina — Dawson, MN
Early Childhood Education
Summa Cum Laude - Carter, Quinn — Moorhead, MN
Speech/Language/Hearing Science
Summa Cum Laude - Collins, Madelyn Ann — Osakis, MN
Elementary Inclusive Education - Dehmer, Lauren Anne — Sauk Centre, MN
Elementary Inclusive Education
Summa Cum Laude - Dewald, Erin Clara — Canova, SD
Speech/Language/Hearing Science
Summa Cum Laude - Dirkes, Lauren — Moorhead, MN
Speech/Language/Hearing Science
Summa Cum Laude - Doroff, Emma Jo — Little Falls, MN
Early Childhood Education
Cum Laude - Eckes, Morgan Ann — Pequot Lakes, MN
Elementary Inclusive Education
Magna Cum Laude - Gapinski, Sydney Grace — Foley, MN
Elementary Inclusive Education
Summa Cum Laude - Griffin, Kitra Elaine — Moorhead, MN
Speech/Language/Hearing Science - Gustason, Abby Danielle — Coleraine, MN
Early Childhood Education
Cum Laude - Guy, Ruth Elizabeth — Oak Grove, MN
Speech/Language/Hearing Science
Summa Cum Laude - Hansen, Katryna Grace — Moorhead, MN
Speech/Language/Hearing Science
Summa Cum Laude - Heger, Madison Claire — West Fargo, ND
Speech/Language/Hearing Science
Cum Laude - Hempel, Olivia Paige — Moorhead, MN
Speech/Language/Hearing Science
Summa Cum Laude - Heydt, Kendal Jo — Thief River Falls, MN
Elementary Inclusive Education
Summa Cum Laude - Hilden, Brooke Marie — Montevideo, MN
Elementary Inclusive Education - Hoffarth, Brooke Paige — Albany, MN
Elementary Inclusive Education
Cum Laude - Hoffmann, Bailey Lee — Monticello, MN
Elementary Inclusive Education - Krusemark, Emma Madeline — Benson, MN
Elementary Inclusive Education
Summa Cum Laude - Kuechle, Madelyn Marie — Moorhead, MN
Elementary Inclusive Education
Cum Laude - Lien, Taylor Kay — Fargo, ND
Early Childhood Education
Magna Cum Laude - Manthe, Kylie Hillstrom — Hawley, MN
Elementary Inclusive Education
Summa Cum Laude - Marquardt, Leah Marie — Moorhead, MN
Early Childhood Education
Magna Cum Laude - Martinson, Lily Jean — Detroit Lakes, MN
Early Childhood Education
Summa Cum Laude - Marty, Brianna Rose — Chokio, MN
Speech/Language/Hearing Science
Summa Cum Laude - McAlpine, Sierra Kathryn — Maple Lake, MN
Early Childhood Education
Magna Cum Laude - McGarvey, Gabrielle Ruby — Moorhead, MN
Speech/Language/Hearing Science
Summa Cum Laude - Moen, Ali Marie — Fargo, ND
Speech/Language/Hearing Science - Moorse, Anna Mary — Olivia, MN
Speech/Language/Hearing Science
Summa Cum Laude - Mulville, Karli Elizabeth — Fargo, ND
Speech/Language/Hearing Science
Cum Laude - Mund, Annie Jean — Fargo, ND
Speech/Language/Hearing Science - Plonsky, Hailey — Cleveland, MN
Speech/Language/Hearing Science
Magna Cum Laude - Riewer, Braylee Jan — Frazee, MN
Early Childhood Education
Magna Cum Laude - Roy, Reese — Grand Rapids, MN
Speech/Language/Hearing Science
Summa Cum Laude - Schirmers, Stella Jean — Sauk Centre, MN
Speech/Language/Hearing Science
Summa Cum Laude - Selzler, Berkley McKenna — Moorhead, MN
Speech/Language/Hearing Science
Magna Cum Laude - Shoquist, Danica Andrea — Lino Lakes, MN
Elementary Inclusive Education - Strand, Sydney Karen — Barnesville, MN
Elementary Inclusive Education
Magna Cum Laude - Stueve, Lillian May — Graceville, MN
Early Childhood Education - Stute, Caitlyn Miranda — Park Rapids, MN
Speech/Language/Hearing Science
Summa Cum Laude - Svalen, Savahanna Ruth — McIntosh, MN
Early Childhood Education
Cum Laude - Swenson, Cloey Jean — Fort Ripley, MN
Speech/Language/Hearing Science - Vig, Mattea Lynn — Breckenridge, MN
Speech/Language/Hearing Science
Magna Cum Laude - Vruno, Alec James — Cottage Grove, MN
Speech/Language/Hearing Science - Watts, Zachary Louis — Fargo, ND
Elementary Inclusive Education - Weiler, Emily Clara — Fargo, ND
Elementary Inclusive Education
Magna Cum Laude - Whitmore, Isabella Marie — Perham, MN
Early Childhood Education
Cum Laude - Wilson, Sam Jean — West Fargo, ND
Early Childhood Education
Summa Cum Laude - Wright, Kirby — Moorhead, MN
Early Childhood Education
Bachelor of Social Work
- Anderson, Bradley Lawrence — Fargo, ND
Social Work - Covel, Lawren Elizabeth — Alexandria, MN
Social Work
Cum Laude - Dog Eagle, Jordana Ariel — Moorhead, MN
Social Work
Magna Cum Laude - Eilers, Lilee Madison — Mandan, ND
Social Work
Summa Cum Laude - Ferguson, Haley Beth — Fargo, ND
Social Work
Magna Cum Laude - Fillipi, Ellise Marie — Moorhead, MN
Social Work
Magna Cum Laude - Fischer, Taylor Jo — Glyndon, MN
Social Work - Grann, Alivia — Crooks, SD
Social Work
Cum Laude - Hansen, Kaylee Lynn — Fargo, ND
Social Work
Magna Cum Laude - Hoffman, Ambria Grace — Nicollet, MN
Social Work
Summa Cum Laude - Jee, Allison Ciara — Fargo, ND
Social Work
Cum Laude - Johanson, Weslee Scott — Breckenridge, MN
Social Work - Johnson, Lilly Anne — North Branch, MN
Social Work - Logeais, Sydney Elizabeth — Moorhead, MN
Social Work - Mcgill, Zunekia Diamond — Fargo, ND
Social Work
Cum Laude - Salisbury, Koral Ann — Horace, ND
Social Work - Soderstrom, Samantha Rae — Champlin, MN
Social Work
Magna Cum Laude - Wolff, Megan Danielle — Wishek, ND
Social Work
College of Science, Health & the Environment
Bachelor of Arts
- Althaus, Courtney Rae — New Munich, MN
Psychology - Artac, Elizabeth G. — Moorhead, MN
Psychology
Magna Cum Laude - Askegard, Mya Elizabeth — Barnesville, MN
Psychology
Summa Cum Laude - Beauchamp, Jacqualynn Ann — Moorhead, MN
Psychology
Cum Laude - Bestland, Keegan Westley — Staples, MN
Psychology
Summa Cum Laude - Blume, Holly Ann — Osakis, MN
Leadership & Innovation in Aging Studies
Summa Cum Laude - Bullen Sette, Jane Emmanuel — Fargo, ND
Biology - Chhoun, Hailey Grace — Fargo, ND
Psychology
Magna Cum Laude - Chianakwana, Chidiebele Gabriella — West Fargo, ND
Psychology
Cum Laude - Cordova, Selena Angelique — Fargo, ND
Psychology
Summa Cum Laude - Doty, Lilly Nevaeh — Spicer, MN
Psychology - Drylie, Cameron John — West Fargo, ND
Biology
Cum Laude - Galvez, Anna Elizabeth — Moorhead, MN
Psychology - Garcia, Layla LaRae — Dilworth, MN
Psychology
Magna Cum Laude - Goderis, Olivia — Moorhead, MN
Psychology
Magna Cum Laude - Gowin, Sophia Kennedy — Fargo, ND
Psychology - Grosz, Halle Rae — Fargo, ND
Psychology - Harb, Kim — Moorhead, MN
Psychology - Hausauer, Mason Reed — Fargo, ND
Psychology
Cum Laude - Heidgerken, Makenna Elli — Sauk Centre, MN
Psychology
Summa Cum Laude - Hermanson, Jacob M. — Moorhead, MN
Psychology
Magna Cum Laude - Hermes, Liberty — Langford, SD
Biology - Hintz, Ashlyn — Fargo, ND
Psychology
Summa Cum Laude - Hyde, Gabriella Leigh — Fargo, ND
Psychology - Johnson, Katelyn Marie — Fargo, ND
Psychology
Cum Laude - Justnes, Melody Ann — Moorhead, MN
Psychology
Summa Cum Laude - Karimi, Shadan — Moorhead, MN
Psychology - Lanners, Grace Margaret — Fargo, ND
Anthropology - Longfellow, Jack Douglas — Moorhead, MN
Psychology - Lor, Gao Ia Alivia — Ramsey, MN
Leadership & Innovation in Aging Studies
Magna Cum Laude - Mahad, Kowsar I. — Fargo, ND
Psychology - McDermott, Loretta Ann — Fergus Falls, MN
Psychology
Summa Cum Laude - Mellgren, Serena Clare — Glenwood, MN
Psychology
Magna Cum Laude - Naatjes, Olivia Paige — Clara City, MN
Psychology
Summa Cum Laude - Neeland, Caleb William — Solway, MN
Psychology
Magna Cum Laude - Ngoy, Christina Joy — Fargo, ND
Psychology - Nojang, Ndemacheh Elyonah — Fargo, ND
Psychology
Cum Laude - Pederson, Rhylee Marie — Red Lake Falls, MN
Psychology
Magna Cum Laude - Pranchke, Teagan Ann — Romeoville, IL
Psychology - Rheaume, Quentin Riley — Fargo, ND
Psychology - Scholten, Mattie Elise — Fargo, ND
Psychology
Summa Cum Laude - Schuster, Greta Brynn — West Fargo, ND
Psychology
Summa Cum Laude - Seibert, Rowan-Jace Michael Christopher — Moorhead, MN
Psychology - Seidel, Jensen Johnson — Fargo, ND
Biology
Summa Cum Laude - Singbeh, Yatta Diana — Fargo, ND
Psychology
Cum Laude - Stine, Makenna Lynn — Hawley, MN
Psychology - Utke, Jessica Ruth — Fargo, ND
Chemistry
Cum Laude - Walker, Patrick W. — Fargo, ND
Psychology - Wiedrich, Emma Adrienne — Fargo, ND
Psychology
Summa Cum Laude - Wieland, Tara Marie — Moorhead, MN
Psychology - Wright, Jaelyn Christina — Coleraine, MN
Psychology - Zara, Joseph A. — Eden Prairie, MN
Psychology
Summa Cum Laude
Bachelor of Science
- Aberle, Madison Ruzicka — Fargo, ND
Biology - Anez, Jonas Wesley — Willmar, MN
Exercise Science
Magna Cum Laude - Barashkova, Kristina — Fargo, ND
Biology
Summa Cum Laude - Barthel, Owen Matthew — St. Michael, MN
Exercise Science - Beach, Devin John — Moorhead, MN
Exercise Science
Summa Cum Laude - Boen, Christian Robert — Strandquist, MN
Health Education; Physical Education
Magna Cum Laude - Booth, Vanassa Rwesah — Dent, MN
Biology - Brandvold, Damien — Moorhead, MN
Biology
Summa Cum Laude - Conroy, Mya Ann — Madison, MN
Exercise Science
Cum Laude - DeVlaeminck, Ali Jo — Minneota, MN
Healthcare Management & Leadership
Magna Cum Laude - Fahnbulleh, Hannah Tracy — Fargo, ND
Healthcare Management & Leadership
Cum Laude - Fatejo, Oluwagbenga John — Brooklyn Park, MN
Biology - Florence, Gage Richard — Sawyer, ND
Exercise Science
Magna Cum Laude - Gast, Afton Anne — Fargo, ND
Biology
Magna Cum Laude - Gillespie, Julia Lu — Morris, MN
Biology
Summa Cum Laude - Hanson, Rylee Grace — Moorhead, MN
Exercise Science - Hermes, Liberty — Langford, SD
Biochemistry and Biotechnology - Highland, Lexi — Gilbert, MN
Healthcare Management & Leadership
Magna Cum Laude - Hovden, Parris Ann — Owatonna, MN
Exercise Science - Ista, Elizabeth Marie — Moorhead, MN
Biology
Cum Laude - Jezierski, Mitchell — Rogers, MN
Exercise Science
Summa Cum Laude - Johnson, Abbey Ann — Blaine, MN
Exercise Science
Cum Laude - Johnson, Anna Dagny — Rugby, ND
Exercise Science
Summa Cum Laude - Johnsrud, Jenna Marie — Elbow Lake, MN
Biology
Summa Cum Laude - Karger, Calder — Bemidji, MN
Biology - Kerfeld, Ava Melanie — Fargo, ND
Exercise Science - Kienenberger, Reagan Elizabeth — Moorhead, MN
Exercise Science - Krout, Gretchen Mae — Moorhead, MN
Sustainability - Lambrecht, Kylie Lanae — Fargo, ND
Biology - Lasseter, Rollin James Ersland — Fargo, ND
Physics - Leukam, Vanessa Rose — Sauk Centre, MN
Exercise Science
Magna Cum Laude - Lor, Gao Ia Alivia — Ramsey, MN
Health Services Administration
Magna Cum Laude - Lueck, Paige E. — Fargo, ND
Biology
Magna Cum Laude - Marburger, Ava Joy — Williston, ND
Exercise Science; Physical Education
Magna Cum Laude - Mohamed, Nimo Abdirahman — Moorhead, MN
Biology
Cum Laude - Moore, Zachary Alexander — Las Vegas, NV
Exercise Science - Omar, Asha Ahmed — Moorhead, MN
Biology - Payne, Rod — Cottage Grove, MN
Biology
Cum Laude - Porter, Aubrie Jo — Alexandria, MN
Exercise Science
Summa Cum Laude - Rathcke, Daphney Lorraine — Sebeka, MN
Biology
Summa Cum Laude - Ruhland, Lillian Grace — Mankato, MN
Biology
Cum Laude - Schreifels, Sophie Jean — Cold Spring, MN
Biology
Summa Cum Laude - Seidel, Jensen Johnson — Fargo, ND
Chemistry
Summa Cum Laude - Sellheim, Brennan — Moorhead, MN
Biology
Summa Cum Laude - Simon, Jordin Brook — Moorhead, MN
Exercise Science
Summa Cum Laude - Sobiech, Louis — Little Falls, MN
Exercise Science - Srejma, Emily S. — Fargo, ND
Biology
Cum Laude - Strand, Jack Alan Edward — Bloomer, WI
Engineering Physics
Summa Cum Laude - Teicher, Leya Ann — Eden Valley, MN
Exercise Science - Thompson, Joseph Dexter — Richfield, MN
Biology - Tjaden, Ashton Matthew Dennis — Beresford, SD
Exercise Science - Weishalla, Kole A. — Park Rapids, MN
Physical Education
Magna Cum Laude - Wilke, Reed — Moorhead, MN
Environmental Geology
Magna Cum Laude
Bachelor of Science Nursing
- Adeoye, Temitope Omolara — Overland, KS
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Magna Cum Laude - Allen, Monique Renee — West Fargo, ND
Nursing - Althaus, Courtney Rae — New Munich, MN
Nursing - Amoah, Kofi — West Lafayette, IN
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Magna Cum Laude - Asleson, Emma Louisa — Moorhead, MN
Nursing
Cum Laude - Aurelia, Vanessa — Lebanon, NH
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Summa Cum Laude - Bakhshi, Elin — Fargo, ND
Nursing - Benning, Lydia Jane — Milnor, ND
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Cum Laude - Berger, Bryce Richard — Clear Lake, MN
Nursing
Magna Cum Laude - Bett, Shadrack Kiprotich — McKinney, TX
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Summa Cum Laude - Birir, Faith Chepngenoh — Minnetonka, MN
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Summa Cum Laude - Bui, Gia Phat — Orlando, FL
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Summa Cum Laude - Dahunsi, Eniola Mary — Forney, TX
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Summa Cum Laude - Dorsher, Grace Patricia — Fargo, ND
Nursing - Dravis, Taylor Marie — Osage, MN
Nursing - Emeka Ogbonna, Ngozi Susan — Webster City, IA
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Summa Cum Laude - Estell, Grace A — Duluth, MN
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Summa Cum Laude - Everson, Ava O. — Moorhead, MN
Nursing
Cum Laude - Ewoi, Lisayo Kaje — Wichita, KS
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Summa Cum Laude - Fischer, LeAnn — Fargo, ND
Nursing
Cum Laude - Galarza, Amanda May — Grafton, ND
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Summa Cum Laude - Grewe, Lori Lynn — Bertha, MN
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Summa Cum Laude - Guetter, Samantha Clarice — Byron, MN
Nursing
Summa Cum Laude - Hansmeyer, Tana Rae — Sabin, MN
Nursing - Hassan, Zainab Olamide — Richmond Heights, OH
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Summa Cum Laude - Hopkins, Rena Helena Rose — Moorhead, MN
Nursing - Hwang, Somin — Maize, KS
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Summa Cum Laude - Johnson, Elise Ruth Anna — Moorhead, MN
Nursing
Magna Cum Laude - Jungong, Kerly Nyeh — Buford, GA
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Summa Cum Laude - Kamara, Jamela — Fargo, ND
Nursing
Cum Laude - Kim, Jiwon — Washington, DC
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Summa Cum Laude - Klaman, Emily E. — West Fargo, ND
Nursing - Kong, Jaewon — Exton, PA
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Summa Cum Laude - Kurth, Ashley Nicole — Park Rapids, MN
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Cum Laude - Larson, Madelynn Rose — Moorhead, MN
Nursing
Magna Cum Laude - Larson, Stephanie Marie — Red Lake Falls, MN
Nursing (RN to BSN) - Loehlein, Olivia Janae — Bemidji, MN
Nursing - Mahugu, Alen — Springfield, MO
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Summa Cum Laude - Mai, Khanh — Fargo, ND
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Summa Cum Laude - Mejia, Alejandra Maria — Monticello, MN
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Cum Laude - Menop, Sabina — Rochester, MN
Nursing (RN Completion); Nursing (RN to BSN)
Magna Cum Laude - Msigala, Christa — Springfield, MO
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Summa Cum Laude - Murigi, Robert Ndungu — Shawnee Mission, KS
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Summa Cum Laude - Mwinshehe, Lulu — Burnsville, MN
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Summa Cum Laude - Nduka, Favour Olamma — New Brighton, MN
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Summa Cum Laude - Njoku, Adaeze Victoria — Memphis, TN
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Summa Cum Laude - Noon, Hom Mwe — Fargo, ND
Nursing - Nwadili, Chidinma Precious — Huntington, WV
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Summa Cum Laude - Nwosu, Amarachi Ernestine — Albuquerque, NM
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Summa Cum Laude - Ofoma, Onyinye Nkiru — Yakima, WA
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Summa Cum Laude - Olaitan, Wuraola Abike — Moorhead, MN
Nursing
Cum Laude - Ombler, Paige Frances — Strandquist, MN
Nursing - Peck, Amelia Rachelle — Horace, ND
Nursing (RN to BSN) - Peterson, Marin Elise — Oklee, MN
Nursing - Rothstein, Emma Evelyn — Albany, MN
Nursing
Cum Laude - Rotich, Brian Kipkemoi — Mankato, MN
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Summa Cum Laude - Rotich, Obadia Kipkogei — Lakewood, CO
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Magna Cum Laude - Sang, Winnie Jepkosgei — Wichita, KS
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Summa Cum Laude - Sillah, Mpahoreh — Maplewood, MN
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Cum Laude - Spooner, Jessica Dawn — West Fargo, ND
Nursing
Cum Laude - Theis, Rylie Jo — Ulen, MN
Nursing - Tindall, Klancy Shannon — Gwinner, ND
Nursing
Summa Cum Laude - Vannurden, Callie Marie — Royalton, MN
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Summa Cum Laude - Weiss, Alexa Lynn — Fargo, ND
Nursing - Wersinger, Halee Claire — Fargo, ND
Nursing
Summa Cum Laude - Wojciehowski, Destiny — Roseau, MN
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Summa Cum Laude
College of Business, Analytics & Communication
Bachelor of Arts
- Carlson, Sadie Olivia — Moorhead, MN
Economics
Summa Cum Laude - Demers, Wyatt — Grafton, ND
Political Science
Cum Laude - Funk, Elliot Theodore — Moorhead, MN
Political Science
Summa Cum Laude - Gustafson, William Anthony — Moorhead, MN
Political Science
Summa Cum Laude - Hurley, Blayke Nicole — Horace, ND
Political Science
Cum Laude - Kennison, Adele — Moorhead, MN
Communication Studies - Khalil, Varoon — Moorhead, MN
Communication Studies; Political Science - Krogfoss, Kale D. — Devils Lake, ND
Political Science - Lasseter, Rollin James Ersland — Fargo, ND
Mathematics
Bachelor of Science
- Aaini, Aaron Matthew — Albany, MN
Accounting
Cum Laude - Al Sulaivany, Laween Ramadhan — Moorhead, MN
Computer Science
Summa Cum Laude - Ali, Mohamed N. — Fargo, ND
Computer Information Technology
Cum Laude - Atkinson-Colemer, Krista J — Vergas, MN
University Studies - Balluff, Halle Lynne — Moorhead, MN
Accounting
Summa Cum Laude - Baxter, Chase — Rogers, MN
Operations Management
Cum Laude - Beeninga, Edward Charles — Maple Grove, MN
Construction Management
Magna Cum Laude - Behrends, Ashley Anne — Clara City, MN
University Studies - Belisle, Jack E. — Fargo, ND
Construction Management - Benz, Parker J. — Bismarck, ND
Finance
Magna Cum Laude - Berg, Drew — Moorhead, MN
Broadcast Journalism; Multimedia Journalism
Summa Cum Laude - Berg, Gavin Russell — East Gull Lake, MN
Finance
Magna Cum Laude - Berge, Abby M. — Moorhead, MN
Accounting; Finance
Summa Cum Laude - Bieliunas, Ugnius — Moorhead, MN
Cybersecurity - Block, Kobey Lee — Moorhead, MN
Accounting; Economics
Summa Cum Laude - Bratsch, Holly Jean — Danube, MN
Finance
Summa Cum Laude - Brehmer, Justin — Parker, SD
Operations Management
Summa Cum Laude - Brisk, Patrick Jay — Little Falls, MN
Construction Management - Bye, Justin Tanner — Hanover, MN
Finance
Cum Laude - Centeno-Torres, Sebastian — Fargo, ND
Accounting
Cum Laude - Cho, Yiji — Fargo, ND
Digital Media Management
Summa Cum Laude - Coen, Nathan Curtis — Moorhead, MN
Broadcast Journalism; Multimedia Journalism - Costello, Riley John — Wabasha, MN
Global Supply Chain Management; Project Management
Summa Cum Laude - Courneya, Jack — Frazee, MN
Business Administration - Daba, Hawi Kelbessa — Moorhead, MN
Business Analytics
Summa Cum Laude - Daily, Beau U. — Moorhead, MN
Business Administration - DeBilzan, Isaac Joshua — Circle Pines, MN
Operations Management - Deelstra, Makynna Marie — Moorhead, MN
Digital Media Management - Diaz Castillo, Luzmary Caribay — Moorhead, MN
Integrated Advertising/Public Relations
Summa Cum Laude - Dingmann, Allison J — Brooten, MN
Accounting; Finance
Summa Cum Laude - Domine, Jada Kay — Moorhead, MN
Business Administration - Dongho, Jules — Walnut Creek, CA
Global Supply Chain Management - Duncan, Alex James — Fargo, ND
Computer Information Technology - Eekhoff, Samantha Grace — Melrose, MN
Accounting
Summa Cum Laude - Eilertson, Hayden Marie — Dilworth, MN
Accounting; Finance - Erickson, Caleb Delano — Indianapolis, IN
Business Administration - Evans, Tenley Scout — Hankinson, ND
Digital Media Management
Magna Cum Laude - Evje, Skyler Sharae — Barnesville, MN
Business Administration
Summa Cum Laude - Feutz, Jocelin Lee — Oneida, WI
Business Administration
Cum Laude - Filipi, Kaden A. — Moorhead, MN
Finance - Fisher, Faith Violet — Henning, MN
Accounting; Finance
Summa Cum Laude - Fitzgerald-Hunter, Rhonda Jean — Maplewood, MN
Digital Media Management
Summa Cum Laude - Frensko, Brooklyn Marie — Canby, MN
Accounting; Business Administration
Cum Laude - Gapinski-Vogt, Jenna Ann — Sauk Centre, MN
Business Administration
Cum Laude - Gode, Mason Rollance — Browerville, MN
Business Administration
Cum Laude - Goodhart, Conner Patrick — Ortonville, MN
Business Administration - Hannesson, Peter Jerome — Audubon, MN
Business Administration - Hanson, Alexis — Elk River, MN
Mathematics: Actuarial Science - Hanson, Rebecca Katherine — Fargo, ND
Digital Media Management - Hastreiter, Samuel John — Fargo, ND
Business Administration
Cum Laude - Havis, Brynn Ann — East Grand Forks, MN
Accounting; Finance
Summa Cum Laude - Heinzen, Jodana Ama — Deer Creek, MN
Business Administration
Magna Cum Laude - Hesli, Hanna L. — Elk River, MN
University Studies
Summa Cum Laude - Hicks, Ella Doris — Moorhead, MN
Accounting - Hubbard, Hayden Dee — FPO, AP
Project Management - Hubred, Daisy — Moorhead, MN
Accounting
Summa Cum Laude - Huus, Isaiah — Bismarck, ND
Computer Science
Magna Cum Laude - Jacoway, Selah Cheyenne — Fargo, ND
Broadcast Journalism
Magna Cum Laude - Jesme, Oliver Joseph — Dilworth, MN
Business Administration
Magna Cum Laude - Johnson, Benjamin Noah — Fargo, ND
Computer Science - Juarez, Juan Antonio — Inver Grove Heights, MN
Operations Management - Kannegiesser, Jenna Grace — Hancock, MN
Business Administration - Karels, Noah David — Waverly, MN
Construction Management
Summa Cum Laude - Kinsey, Will — Blaine, MN
Finance
Magna Cum Laude - Krah, Peter — Ramsey, MN
Project Management - Krech, Kaleb Richard Eron — Moorhead, MN
Construction Management - Laqua, Leah J. — Fargo, ND
Business Administration
Summa Cum Laude - Larson, Parker David — Wadena, MN
Business Administration - Lindquist, Colton Duane — Ashby, MN
Business Administration
Magna Cum Laude - Lisi, Amanda I. — Moorhead, MN
Mathematics: Actuarial Science
Magna Cum Laude - Lunning, Michael — Bentonville, AR
Project Management
Summa Cum Laude - Madey, Hussein Abuker — Moorhead, MN
Computer Information Technology - Marshall, Susie — Duluth, MN
Integrated Advertising/Public Relations
Summa Cum Laude - McPhee, Emily Ranae — Forest Lake, MN
Mathematics Education
Magna Cum Laude - Meierding, Alexa Marie — Clontarf, MN
Accounting
Magna Cum Laude - Mele, Clayson Wade — Green River, WY
Business Administration - Middendorf, Isabelle Josephine — Lowry, MN
University Studies - Minani, Sulamithe Isimbi — Moorhead, MN
Business Analytics - Morse, Donovan Richard — Moorhead, MN
Cybersecurity - Muenzhuber, Carlee — Long Prairie, MN
Business Administration
Cum Laude - Nelson, Cole Michael — Rothsay, MN
Accounting
Magna Cum Laude - O'Brien, Brooks Hunter — Saint Michael, MN
Construction Management
Summa Cum Laude - Olson, Brady Daniel — Thief River Falls, MN
Construction Management
Cum Laude - Oyerly, Megan Jonae — Fargo, ND
Digital Media Management
Cum Laude - Park, Siyeon — Moorhead, MN
Computer Science
Magna Cum Laude - Pederson, Brady Lane — Herman, MN
Construction Management - Pennington, Megan Faye — Lawrenceville, GA
University Studies - Petersen, Hunter Jane — Moorhead, MN
Digital Media Management
Magna Cum Laude - Peterson, Geoffrey Norman — Fargo, ND
Economics
Summa Cum Laude - Piechowski, Denver — Fargo, ND
Construction Management
Cum Laude - Piehl, Jeryn James — Minneapolis, MN
University Studies - Pitman, Ryan Craig — Hinckley, MN
Construction Management - Pomeroy, Trevor — Lewiston, MN
Construction Management - Qasim, Abdirahman Ali — Moorhead, MN
Computer Information Technology; Project Management - Qasim, Said Ali — Moorhead, MN
Project Management
Cum Laude - Raatz, Austin Lane — Dickinson, ND
Project Management - Rana, Dipesh — Fargo, ND
Accounting
Cum Laude - Ring, Raymond John — Sartell, MN
Operations Management - Roberts, Giana Grace — West Fargo, ND
University Studies - Romero, Estefania — Fargo, ND
Finance - Rudeha, Josh — Fargo, ND
Accounting; Economics - Rust, Reagan John — Fargo, ND
Construction Management
Cum Laude - Schrader, Logan James — Fargo, ND
Economics - Schroeder, Thomas — Moorhead, MN
Construction Management - Schuler, Jessica Marie — Rochester, MN
Project Management
Summa Cum Laude - Schumacher, Evan Michael — Annandale, MN
Computer Information Technology; Cybersecurity
Summa Cum Laude - Sesay, Rachel — Moorhead, MN
Construction Management - Sidibeh, Ali Marcial — Moorhead, MN
Computer Information Technology - Skogen, Kenzie Arlene — Barnesville, MN
Business Administration
Magna Cum Laude - Slowinski, Ben — Blooming Prairie, MN
Operations Management
Magna Cum Laude - Smirnova, Alina — Milbank, SD
Operations Management
Summa Cum Laude - Smirnova, Alisa — Milbank, SD
Operations Management
Summa Cum Laude - Sonko, Abibatou Aissatou — Moorhead, MN
Computer Science; Cybersecurity
Magna Cum Laude - Spillum, Teague — Hawley, MN
Business Administration - Staples, Henry — Moorhead, MN
Mathematics; Mathematics: Actuarial Science
Magna Cum Laude - Stark, Lacie Mary — Coon Rapids, MN
Business Administration
Cum Laude - Stevenson, Kennedy Leigh — Perham, MN
Accounting
Summa Cum Laude - Swaby, Paul Oliver — Georgetown, TX
University Studies - Teetz, Crystal — Fargo, ND
Accounting; Finance - Tellers, Hank Hubert — Moorhead, MN
Construction Management - Tulowetzke, Kaitlyn Joy — Minneapolis, MN
Accounting
Cum Laude - Turner, Kiyara Kay — Cushing, MN
Project Management - Utecht, Katelyn Jean — Watkins, MN
Mathematics - Vainikka, Seth Thomas — Wayzata, MN
Construction Management - Varela, Amanda Marie — Woodbury, MN
Global Supply Chain Management; Project Management
Magna Cum Laude - Velazquez, Pedro Juan — Victoria, MN
Business Administration
Cum Laude - Vogel, Ashton Sean — Moorhead, MN
Business Administration - Vogel, Owen — Moorhead, MN
Business Administration
Magna Cum Laude - Vollbrecht, Katherine Lucy — St. Cloud, MN
Construction Management - Voxland, Ben — Moorhead, MN
Computer Science; Cybersecurity
Summa Cum Laude - Wagner, Jaelynn Lillian — Fargo, ND
Photojournalism - Waller, Jamie Elizabeth — Fargo, ND
Digital Media Management - Warkenthien, Grant Michel — Horace, ND
Construction Management
Summa Cum Laude - Weisbrich, Justin Gerhart — Freeport, MN
Construction Management
Cum Laude - Werner, Jayce C. — Breckenridge, MN
Accounting
Magna Cum Laude - Winn, Eriq James — Ramsey, MN
Operations Management
Summa Cum Laude - Zook, James — Coon Rapids, MN
Computer Science; Cybersecurity
Summa Cum Laude
Majors, Minors & Graduate Candidates
Majors and Minors
The Commencement Program lists all majors and minors which have been completed. If a student has completed two majors, the majors are separated by a comma (English, History); if a student has completed a major and a minor, the major and minor are separated by a semi-colon (English; History). If a student has earned a minor via the Tri-College University, the home institution is listed after the minor and placed in parentheses, i.e. French (Concordia).
Graduate Candidates
Candidates receiving graduate degrees are listed in the program. The listing also contains the title of their thesis or project and their faculty advisor. Each candidate that participates in the ceremony is wearing the appropriate master’s or specialist hood. The color of the velvet edging on the hood represents the academic discipline and the silk lining (red and white) represents Minnesota State University Moorhead.
Honors & Distinctions
University and academic program honors and distinctions are listed on this page. Graduates may receive various colored cords or sashes not listed here. These cords or sashes may indicate participation in or affinity to a particular nonacademic campus group or organization.
Academic Honors
Students who complete at least 30 credits at Minnesota State University Moorhead as candidates for baccalaureate degrees may graduate with the following honors:
- Cum Laude, representing a cumulative GPA of 3.4 or better;
- Magna Cum Laude, 3.6 or better; and
- Summa Cum Laude, 3.8 or better.
Such honors are computed from the cumulative grade point average earned in all courses at MSU Moorhead. The graduates who have earned these honors will have the achievement listed on their academic transcripts. The CUM LAUDE graduates wear white honor cords. The MAGNA CUM LAUDE graduates wear red honor cords. The SUMMA CUM LAUDE graduates wear red and white honor cords.
Honors Program Graduates
The MSU Moorhead Honors Program exists to award and encourage superior academic performance. Students who have earned a 3.50 grade point average during their freshman year are invited to participate in the Honors Program. Those who complete the rigorous Honors Program curricular requirements are listed in the Commencement Program and have the achievement listed on their academic transcripts.
Honor Societies
Alpha Kappa Delta, the National Sociology Honor Society, seeks to acknowledge and promote excellence in the study of sociology, the research of social problems, and other social and intellectual activities to help improve the human condition. Membership is open to undergraduates who are sociology majors, at least juniors, rank in the top 35% of their class or have at least a 3.5 overall GPA, have at least a 3.0 GPA in sociology courses prior to initiation, and have completed at least four sociology courses.
Alpha Phi Sigma, the National Criminal Justice Honor Society, recognizes academic excellence of undergraduate criminal justice majors who maintain a GPA of 3.5 or above, are nominated by faculty, and are in the top 35% of their class. The goals of Alpha Phi Sigma are to honor and promote academic excellence, community service, educational leadership, and unity.
Alpha Upsilon Alpha, the honor society of the International Reading Association, was created in 1985 to recognize and encourage scholarship, the development of personal and professional leadership, and service to the field of reading at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
The Greek letters chosen for this honor society are significant: They come from the words Anagnosis (reading), Upotrophia (scholarship) and Archon (leadership). The society motto, which is attributed to Horace, says it all: “Lege sapere aude,” or “Read, dare to be wise.”
Membership in Alpha Upsilon Alpha brings a sense of scholarly accomplishment in the field of reading and language arts. Members are acknowledged for having excelled in their chosen field of study, and are recognized as professionals committed to the importance of reading and language arts in education. Beta
Beta Beta (βββ) National Biology Society is an academic society for students who major in Biology. The requirements for membership in the Omega Mu chapter of Beta Beta Beta are (I) at least three biology courses in the biology major, and (2) a minimum GPA of 3.0 in those courses. The honor pin displays three Greek letters, Beta Beta Beta, and a coiled serpent. The first Beta stands for the Greek word BALANNOS, which means acorn; it represents life in and on the ground. The second Beta stands for the Greek word BOUDETASE, which means little bird; it represents life in the air. The third Beta stands for the Greek word BOAX, which means fish; it represents life in the water. All three words may be summed up in one word BIOS, meaning life. The coiled serpent in the center of the pin is an ancient symbol of wisdom. Graduating students who are members of Beta Beta Beta may wear the red and green cords symbolic of the Society.
Beta Gamma Sigma (ΒΓΣ) honor society was founded in 1913 as an academic society for students who major in Business or Accounting. Students ranking in the top 10 percent of the baccalaureate program at schools accredited by AACSB International – The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business – are eligible for this invitation. AACSB Accreditation is known, worldwide, as the longest standing, most recognized form of accreditation a business program can earn. The blue and gold honor cord worn by Beta Gamma Sigma members features a gold (metal) key charm attached to the knot above the tassel on one end of the blue cord.
Chi Sigma Alpha is a member of Chi Sigma Iota, which is an international honor society that values academic and professional excellence in counseling. We promote a strong professional identity through members (professional counselors, counselor educators, and students) who contribute to the realization of a healthy society by fostering wellness and human dignity. The membership requirements include, “Those who have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or better on a scale of 4.0 and are deemed promising for endorsement as a professional counselor whose ethical judgment and behavior will be exemplary” (CSI Bylaws, Article 4.1). Members of Chi Sigma Alpha wear blue and white honor cords and/or a white stole that displays the Chi Sigma Iota emblem and Greek Letters.
Financial Management Association (FMA) honor society was founded in 1974 and remains the only national honor society specifically for finance students. The group is dedicated to the ongoing development of financial theory and sound, ethical financial practices. To qualify for membership, students must maintain a GPA above 3.5 in their finance coursework and earn a major, minor, or certificate in finance at MSUM. Honor society inductees wear a silver sash with the logo of FMA printed in blue.
Golden Key International Honour Society is the world’s largest collegiate honor society founded in 1977, comprised of more than 2 million undergraduate, graduate and alumni members. Membership into the Society is by invitation only and applies to the top 15% of college and university sophomores, juniors and seniors, as well as top-performing graduate students in all fields of study, based solely on their academic achievements. With over 400 student chapters worldwide, Golden Key recognizes highly motivated academic achievers who will become leaders and contributors to society in the future. Golden Key offers many additional memberonly privileges that highlight the three pillars of Academics, Leadership and Service.
Lambda Epsilon Chi “LEX” is a national honor society recognizing academic excellence for Paralegal students. Invitations for membership are extended to those students who are declared majors in MSUM’s Paralegal Department and who have met the following criteria: (1) completion of at least two-thirds of the course requirements for the major, and (2) cumulative GPA of 3.5 in Paralegal courses.
Lambda Pi Eta is the official honor society for communication studies students. It is sponsored by the National Communication Association (NCA). Students must have a 3.0 cumulative GPA and a 3.25 GPA for communication studies courses. The pin features the Greek words lambda, pi, and eta which stand for Aristotle’s three forms of proof: logos, pathos, and ethos.
Phi Alpha is a national social work honor society which was established in 1960. The purpose of Phi Alpha is to promote humanitarian goals and ideals and to provide a closer bond among students of social work. The membership requirements include excellence in scholarship, with a minimum GPA of 3.25 and achievement in social work.
Pi Kappa Lambda, the national honor society in music, was established in 1918 at Northwestern University in Illinois to provide an organization dedicated to the furtherance of music in education and education in music in colleges, universities, and other institutions of higher learning which offer music degree programs. Election to the Epsilon lota chapter (established at MSUM in 1982) requires that students be outstanding in scholarship and musicianship, and that candidates in their junior year be in the top 10% of their class, that seniors be in the top 20%, and that graduate students have satisfactorily completed the requirements of their degrees. The insignia pin of Pi Kappa Lambda is a gold Grecian lyre with symbols of music and drama (panpipes and mask with foils) on each side of the three strings of the lyre.
Pi Sigma Alpha is a national honor society for political science majors. The requirements for membership in the Alpha Eta Mu chapter of Pi Sigma Alpha are (1) completion of ten semester credits in political science including one 300-level class, (2) a minimum of 3.0 GPA in political science courses, and (3) a cumulative GPA of 3.0. The honor pin is a small gold pin with the honor society’s Greek letters on the front and the honor cords are red and white.
Psi Chi is an honorary society founded in 1929 for psychology majors. Psi Chi is a member of the Association of College Honor Societies and an affiliate of the American Psychological Association and the Association for Psychological Science. The MSUM Chapter of Psi Chi was established in the Psychology Department in 1984. In addition to the national membership requirements of a 3.0 GPA, class rank in the top 35%, completion of three semesters of college, and nine semester hours of psychology courses, the MSUM chapter requires a minimum GPA of 3.25 in psychology courses. Members of Psi Chi wear a medallion that displays the Psi Chi emblem of the Greek letters Psi and Chi.
Sigma Delta Pi, the National Collegiate Hispanic Honor Society (La Sociedad Nacional Honoraria Hispánica), is devoted exclusively to students of Spanish in four-year colleges and universities. It was established on November 14, 1919, at the University of California in Berkeley. Upsilon Sigma, the local chapter of SDP was organized at MSUM in the fall of 2000. Requirements for membership are (1) completing at least three years or the equivalent of college Spanish, including at least three semester hours of a third-year course in Hispanic literature or Hispanic culture and civilization, (2) a minimum GPA of 3.0 in Spanish, and (3) student rank in the upper 35% of their class. The Greek expression, Spanias Didagei Proagomen, stand for the motto, “Let us follow after Spain’s inspiration.” The honor pin and cord hearken back to the colors on the Spanish national flag and the coat of arms of Castilla y León, both which depict lions and castles in the checkered corners of the crest.
Sigma Lambda Chi is an international and academic honor society for students majoring in construction management. It is known for being a society of leaders in construction. Chapters are located throughout the United States and Australia. It was founded as an honorary society on April 30, 1949 at Michigan State University in East Lansing Michigan. In 1991, Sigma Lambda Chi became a member of the Association of College Honor Societies, Inc. Requirements for membership are (1) complete two academic years of study toward a degree in Construction, (2) obtain an overall scholastic average in the upper 20% of his or her incoming class, (3) study at the present institution for the preceding six months, (4) demonstrate leadership, character, and personality traits which will give promise of reflecting credit upon Sigma Lambda Chi, (5) participate in one or more extracurricular activities, and (6) work in some phase of the construction industry.
Sigma Phi Omega, the National Gerontology Honor Society, recognizes academic excellence of those who study gerontology and aging. Local chapters serve as links within their respective communities to promote interaction between gerontology educators, students, alumni, and local professionals. Membership is open to undergraduates who are gerontology majors and who are in at least their second term of enrollment with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.5.
Sigma Pi Sigma (ΣΠΣ) is the physics honor society and was founded in 1921. Election to ΣΠΣ is earned by a minimum GPA of 3.0 and demonstrated excellence in at least two of four categories; research work, outreach participation, Society of Physics Students involvement or outstanding academic achievement in physics. ΣΠΣ exists to honor and encourage physics scholarship, to be of service to the various communities it may influence, and to be a fellowship of persons who have shared in the traditions and culture of physics. The name ΣΠΣ comes from the first letters that compose the society motto Σκεψιζ Προστατηζ Συνεσεωζ which translated from Greek is “investigation, the forerunner of knowledge”. The official insignia and key consists of a voltmeter, lamp and dynamo. The voltmeter symbolizes the high accuracy which is the hallmark of careful experiments, the lamp is the symbol of knowledge (Σοφια in Greek) and the dynamo represents the creative energy that is so necessary to productive research. The MSUM Sigma Pi Sigma chapter was founded in 1974.
Sigma Theta Tau International is an honorary society for nursing majors, and was founded in 1922. The mission of the Honor Society of Nursing, Sigma Theta Tau International, is advancing world health and celebrating nursing excellence in scholarship, leadership, and service. Founded in 1922, the name Sigma Theta Tau comes from the Greek words storgé, thárros, and timé, meaning “love,” “courage,” and “honor.” STTI became incorporated in 1985 as Sigma Theta Tau International Inc. STTI membership is by invitation to baccalaureate and graduate nursing students who demonstrate excellence in scholarship and to nurse leaders exhibiting exceptional achievements in nursing. With more than 135,000 active members in more than 85 countries, Xi Kappa Chapter at Large includes MSU Moorhead, North Dakota State University, Jamestown University and Concordia College.
Academic Attire
The caps and gowns worn at formal academic events in American colleges are the direct descendants of the everyday costumes worn in the universities of Medieval England when each school had its peculiar dress so that an Oxford student could be distinguished from a Cambridge student. Because of the tremendous growth of American colleges, and the confusion that would result if each were to adopt a distinctive costume, the Intercollegiate Bureau of Academic Costume was organized. The Bureau has established a uniform code that over 700 institutions have adopted.
There are three types of gowns and three types of hoods for bachelors, masters, and doctors. The bachelors gown has a long pointed sleeve, whereas the masters gown has a long closed sleeve, square at the end. The doctors gown is characterized by a voluminous bell-shaped sleeve with three velvet bars.
The hoods for all degrees are lined with silk in the official academic color or colors of the institution conferring the degree and have an edging or trim of velvet, the color of which indicates the academic discipline or faculty to which the degree pertains. The bachelors hood is not worn by candidates for the baccalaureate degree but only by those upon whom this degree has been previously conferred. The masters hood is considerably longer, has a wider velvet edging, and exposes more of the lining. The doctors hood has wide panels at the side. It has the widest velvet edging, greatest length, and fullest exposure of the lining.
The black mortarboard cap with tassel is worn with each type of gown. Those holding a doctor’s degree are privileged to wear a gold tassel. Masters and bachelors wear tassels that are either black or of the color appropriate to the academic discipline in which they are graduating.
Some of the colors which may be observed at this commencement and which symbolize various faculties are as follows:
- Arts and Humanities - White
- Business Administration - Light Brown
- Criminal Justice - Midnight Blue
- Education - Light Blue
- Fine Arts - Dark Brown
- Health and Physical Sciences - Sage Green
- Law - Purple
- Music - Pink
- Nursing - Apricot
- Philosophy - Dark Blue
- Public Administration - Peacock Blue
- Science - Golden Yellow
- Social Work - Citron
Minnesota State University Moorhead Presidents
Tim Downs 2023-present
Anne Blackhurst 2014-2023
Edna Mora Szymanski 2008-2014
Roland Barden 1994-2008
Roland Dille 1968-1994
John Neumaier 1958-1968
Arthur Knoblauch 1955-1958
O.W. Snarr 1940-1955
Ray MacLean 1923-1940
Oliver Dickerson 1920-1923
Frank Weld 1899-1919
Livingston Lord 1888-1899
Academic Marks
University Seal
Minnesota State University Moorhead’s Seal represents its history, mission, and distinctive characteristics. It is reserved for official and ceremonial use. In the University’s early history, Old Main was the largest and most impressive building in the area. A fire in 1930 destroyed most of the school’s main building, except the arches of Old Main. Those arches became a significant symbol of the school’s ability to survive and were incorporated into the University Seal.
University Mace
The University President or his designee carries this staff in ceremonial processions to symbolize the University’s authority. Lyle Laske, Professor of Art Emeritus, crafted the staff for the University. The staff is sculpted from Brazilian rosewood, rubbed and polished to a deep luster. Its tips are cast in bronze and gold plated. The top piece on the staff, also in rosewood, is shaped in a universal form that symbolizes the medieval northern world. The staff rests in a base that is a solid, circular piece of rosewood. The staff was presented to President Roland Dille in 1978.
Presidential Medallion
The Presidential Medallion serves as a sign of the educational mission of Minnesota State University Moorhead. The President’s commitment to the University’s purposes is renewed in each solemn academic function, when it is appropriate to wear the medallion and be recharged by its symbols.
College Marshals
The College Marshals are senior faculty representing their colleges.
University Leadership
Minnesota State Colleges & Universities Board of Trustees
- Scott Olson, Chancellor
- George Soule, Chair
- Dawn Erlandson, Vice Chair
- Rennato Alarcon, student
- Jay Cowles
- Jim Grabowska
- Tim Huebsch
- Jacqueline Johnson
- Jana Johnson
- Roger Moe
- Christopher Richter, student
- Kathy Sheran
- Denise Specht
- Cheryl Tefer
- William Tully, student
MSUM Foundation Board of Directors
- Adam Bernier, President
- Tonya Stende, Vice President
- Brad Shamla, Secretary
- Lisa Giese, Treasurer
- Judd Graham, Member at Large
- Jenni Huotari, Member at Large
- Tara Brown
- Stacy Broman
- Jeannie Camarillo
- Ellen Case
- Sandy Christianson
- Leah (Doherty) Clemedtson
- Dayna Del Val
- Brian French
- Peter Geib
- Tony Grindberg
- Anna Knutson
- Gregory Lof
- Craig Palmer
- Corey Walther
- Jay Nibbe
Minnesota Carnegie Professors of the Year (CASE)
Minnesota State University Moorhead is extremely proud to recognize the following State and U.S. Professors of the Year
Minnesota State Professors of the Year
Kyja Kristjansson-Nelson (2014)
Brian Wisenden (2013)
Martin Grindeland (2008)
Ellen Brisch (2007)
Mark Wallert (2005)
Jim Bartruff (2001)
Andrew Conteh (1999)
David Mason (1994)
Evelyn Lynch (1992)
Delmar Hansen (1987)
Administered by CASE (The Council for Advancement and Support of Education) and sponsored by The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, the Minnesota State Professor of the Year award recognizes professors for their influence on teaching and their commitment to undergraduate students.
U.S. Professor of the Year
Russell Colson (2010)
The U.S. Professor of the Year awards program, created in 1981, celebrates outstanding instructors across the country. Also, sponsored by CASE and the Carnegie Foundation for Advancement of Teaching, it is the only national initiative specifically designed to recognize excellence in undergraduate teaching and mentoring. Only four national winners are recognized each year.
Criteria
Extraordinary dedication to undergraduate teaching, which is demonstrated by excellence in the following areas: impact on and involvement with undergraduate students; scholarly approach to teaching and learning; contribution to undergraduate education in the institution, community and profession; and support from colleagues and current and former undergraduate students.
Congratulations to the Spring 2026 graduates of Minnesota State University Moorhead.