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Fall commencement U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Perdue set to speak Whitney Thomas

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The graduation speaker for Southern University’s Fall Commencement Ceremony on Friday, December 13 is Sonny Perdue. Perdue has been serving as the 31st United States Secretary of Agriculture since 2017.

As a former governor, Perdue has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the realm of poli-tics as well as business. A veterinarian and farmer by trade, Perdue has been given the task of improving and safeguarding the United States’s farm land and agricultural centers, with plans to maximize the amount of men and women in the agriculture sector. Prior to becoming a poli-tician, Perdue was a successful businessman with a strong work ethic, having achieved the rank of

captain in the United States Air Force as well as being the owner of three separate busi-nesses.

Tesha Lewis, a nursing major and graduating senior, says Southern made an excellent choice by allowing Perdue to speak, “Southern is an Agricultural school, so to have someone speak that became very successful in agriculture is dope. I think he’s going to give off good energy and an understanding of how far hard work will take us.”

Timothy Lewis a computer science major, and upcoming graduate says Perdue’s success out-weighs everything. “He’s successful in a field that most students come to Southern to succeed in, and he’s a hardworking businessman. I’m happy we have somebody who’s been where we are but also knows where they’re going.”

The general consensus among students is that they want Perdue to be concise while still being able to deliver a thought provoking and positive message throughout the speech.

John Bennit a English major, and upcoming graduate expresses, what he would like to see in a speaker, “I’m really big on points and delivery. I enjoy when everything just flows together and each point is delivered precisely.”

Students additionally would rather the speaker be rainbows and sunshine rather than fire and brimstone as many postgraduate students are nervous for what life after college will be, and how successful they’ll be in the long run. Alyah Washington says she’s seeking reassurance more than anything, “Southern is really all I’ve known, so

Perdue I’m a little scared to branch off on my own. I hope Mr. Perdue can share some words that’ll let me and some of the graduates know that everything is going to turn out fine.”

The topic, direction, and tone of the speech is ultimately entirely up to the speaker, but what is not, is the fact that all of the graduates in attendance have come to the culmination of years of hardwork and ready or not, a new chapter of their lives are upon them.

A Final farewell

With 40 strong issues of The Southern Digest published under my leadership, I am reluctant, yet proud to announce that my journey as Editor-in-Chief has come to an end.

I want to thank our readership for sticking with me, and trusting my work for our beloved institution.

Though, I could not have done it without the support of everyone on staff, so trust that the work has only begun.

To my loyal “Digesters,” thank you for taking leaps and bounds with me to assure that the student body was well informed at all costs. I trust that you will continue to uphold The Southern Digest as the Sentinel of An Enlightened Student Body.

Remember: your journalistic integrity always comes first!

I will forever be indebted to The Office of Student Media for shaping my leadership and giving me an irreplaceable family. Thank you, Southern University for helping me find home. Geaux Jags!

Forever Yours in Gold and Blue, Jacqueline Morgan Graduating Senior Secondary Education - English Chicago, IL

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Graduate Farewells southerndigest.com

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LENARD

WYNN

VICTORIAN

IRBY

SHELMIRE

“What we call the beginning is often the end. And to make an end is to make a beginning.

The end is where we start from.” - T. S. Elliot

How do you say goodbye to a place that has raised you into the person that you are today?

To my HBCU thank you. I will cherish the lessons that you have taught me forever. There is no place like Southern U and I will always be true to gold and blue!

My time at Southern has been a four and a half year journey of laughs, trials, smiles, tears, good times, drawbacks and sacrifice, but at the end of the journey is triumph, which is the greatest feeling of all. Some said I couldn’t but, I’m here to say I DID.

I learned that everybody is not your friend. You have to watch who you associate with and surround yourself with positive things and people who want to do something positive.

“Gucci Mane”

Cai Wynn. Elementary Education, Shreveport,LA

Jordan Victorian, Secondary Education, Opelousas, LA

My journey at Southern University began a long time ago, but God’s timing is perfect! I will be forever grateful to the College of Business for the opportunities they made possible and for all the friends I made that I’ll always carry in my heart!

Bleeding Blue and Gold FOREVER!

Raymond Lenard , Secondary Education, Baton Rouge, LA

BAZILE

The three years I have spent here I have learned, and if possible began to love the skin I’m in more than I did when I walked on to this campus. I have seen some of the most beautiful black people I have ever seen in my life. My people, creating their own styles, formulating their own futures. A place where young black men still hold the door for you no matter how far away you are. I will be proud to say I am a graduate of an institution such as this one.

Divante G Irby, Speech Pathology, Memphis TN.

- Courtney Shelmire, Accounting, New Roads, LA

My farewell is simple good bye to an institution that taught me patience. Taught me how to check, check and check again. I’m going to miss the homecoming and springfest, the late night talks in Boley and exciting games of spades. Farewell to a My HBCU that no school can compete with.

Larry Medley, Mass Communication, Atlanta, GA.

From 2015-2019, I would not change my time here at Southern University. I have learned a lot about myself being here and being here molded me into the man I am today. I am ready to succeed in the real world. Thank You Southern University!

Robert Watts II, Finance, Slidell, LA.

Kelly Bazile, English Literature, Rayne, Louisiana

you.

Thank Southern DIGEST EGO Magazine Jaguar Yearbook

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Alcorn intercepts Southern’s SWAC title hopes James Eaglin, Jr.

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Much of the immediate conversation from those who were among the 22,000+ in attendance last Saturday at the 2019 SWAC Championship Game rematch between Southern and Alcorn State followed the same dialogue:“Did we win?” “No.” “Why?” “Turnovers.” (give or take a few certain words) The championship-caliber atmosphere and the several momentum shifts made the turnovers appear insignificant, as the game was highly competitive until the fourth quarter. Ultimately, the game wasn’t decided by who held the ball the longest, but simply who held the ball.

The Jaguars were able to control the field position battle at Spinks-Casem Stadium early thanks to dominant defensive plays. 2nd team All-SWAC defensive back Tamaurice Smith ruined Alcorn’s opening drive with an interception, but Southern failed to capitalize as QB Ladarius Skelton fumbled in the red zone. The Jags were eleven yards away from a touchdown on their next offensive drive, but Skelton’s pitch to Jared Sims was intercepted by an Alcorn linebacker, who returned it 84 yards. Sims’ biggest run was arguably chasing down the defender from behind and preventing him from reaching the end zone, tackling him at the 2 yard line. The very next play saw Sims’ effort rewarded, as Jakoby Pappillion recorded an interception in the endzone, preventing points on the

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scoreboard while marking the fourth turnover of the game.

For nearly 13 minutes, there were more turnovers than points scored. Sims made sure Southern was able to score first by running for a 32yd touchdown. Alcorn responded quickly, returning the ensuing kickoff for a touchdown, tieing the game in a matter of seconds. Southern’s next kickoff return wasn’t as successful, with a fumble from Hinton resulting in the Jaguars offense having to take the field deep inside their own territory. So deep, that a holding penalty on the Jaguars offensive line resulted in a safety, putting Alcorn on top 9-7.

Skelton led the Jaguars to lhe end zone with his first rushing score of the game, giving Southern a 14-9 lead. However, the Braves again responded quickly, only needing 5 plays to regain the lead. With the score at 16-14, the Jaguars would end their next two drives with turnovers, but the defense held their ground and forced Alcorn to a turnover on downs and a punt in both instances. Kicker Caesar Barajas missed a 50yd field goal that would have given Southern the lead to end the half.

Both teams added an interception to their turnover tallies in the third quarter.

The scoring difference came from special teams. Whereas Alcorn missed their field goal opportunity, Barajas was able to redeem himself and give Southern a 17-16 lead after converting a 41yd attempt. In the final 15 minutes, Alcorn’s offense became more efficient, scoring on every possession. Outside of a 5 minute touchdown drive, the Jaguars failed to reach the end zone enough to keep up with the Braves. The game was sealed with Skelton’s third interception, which was returned for a touchdown. The final score was 39-24, ending Southern’s 2019

season with a record of 8-5.

Skelton finished the game throwing 18/30 passes for 159 yards and 3 INT. Senior linebacker Calvin Lunkins lead the team with 12 tackles.

“That’s what’s tough.” said Odums. “A bounce here, a bounce there, this game could have gone another way. But you’ve gotta create those bounces,” When asked about season reflections, a calm and collected Odums replied with perspective, reminding the media about the team’s 1-3 start. “We were supposed to be here, and we had our chance to change the outcome,” “I know it hurts, but you can’t let losing define you.,”said Odums to his team following the loss.

“When those 60 minutes are over, you can’t have no regrets, because you can”t go back.

The Jaguars are still hunting for their first SWAC title since 2013. Coach Odums now drops to a record of 1-10 vs.

Alcorn State.

JOB WELL DONE!

Congratulations on a great season!

GO JAGS

- Southern University Office of Student Media

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This list was obtained from the Southern University Registrar’s Office and the Graduate School as of Tuesday, December 3, 2019. If you have any questions or discrepancies PLEASE CONTACT YOUR INDIVIDUAL COLLEGE or REGISTRAR’S OFFICE @ 225-771-5050 or THE GRADUATE SCHOOL OFFICE @225.771.5390. This is not the final official listing for the Fall 2019 candidates for graduation. This list will be updated daily in the Registrar’s Office and Graduate school office. This list represents the most accurate information available at the time of production. The appearance of a name on this list and/or participation in the ceremonies is presumptive of graduation but not conclusive.

CANDIDATES FOR DEGREES COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURAL, FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES Bobby Phills, Ph.D., Dean De’Shonna J. Jones Student Marshal BACHELOR OF SCIENCE Agricultural Sciences Jerante L. Addison, Greensburg Brianna J. Bellard, Opelousas Mitchell S. Brown, Kalamazzo, MI Macy B. Ceasar, Eunice Keandrys M. Dalton, New Orleans Desrael M. Dumas, Winnsboro Leah A. Felton, Convent Lucas J. Glaser, Torbert Alyx S. Harris, Washington De’Shonna J. Jones, Prairieville Samantha L. McCarthy, Opelousas Trimaya L. Thomas, Gilbert Kami M. Williams, Baton Rouge Family and Consumer Science Akela D. Gordon, Geismar Mykayla D. Gordon, Saint Gabriel Autumn R. Hamilton, Colfax Brandon M. Julien, Vacherie Kiana N. Landry, Saint James Ciara Lindon, Zachary Ti’esha D. Mack, Baton Rouge Derrineshia D. Porter, Baton Rouge NiKiya T. Robinson, Riverview Imonie A. Rushing, Baton Rouge Summer A. Saulter, Schriever BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN URBAN FORESTRY Lajarious D. Floyd, Greensburg COLLEGE OF BUSINESS Donald Andrews, Ph.D., Dean Shamyra K. Walker, Student Marshal BACHELOR OF SCIENCE ACCOUNTING Mia N. Anderson, Zachary Kayler D. Holden, Baton Rouge Akilah O. Jackson, St. Francisville Corey Johnson, Zachary Erkeshia Martin, White Castle Sylvester L. Neal, Baton Rouge Suzannah Omonuk, Baton Rouge Jacque A. Oubre, New Orleans Clifton S. Riley, Houston, TX Robert A. Rogers, Memphis, TN Charlotte N. Seguin, Ventress Courtney Shelmire, New Roads Simona A. Truehill, Paincourtville Shamyra K. Walker, Magnolia, AR Michelle S. Weber, Baton Rouge

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN FINANCE Jordan M. Beauchamp, Prairieville Rufaro N. Chirewa, Harare, Zimbabwe Christian J. Hayes, New Orleans Ronica A. Jackson, Baton Rouge Sylvester L. Neal, Baton Rouge Destinee D. Singleton, Baton Rouge Myeyia J. Sumo, Atlanta, GA Deja J. Syria, Crowley Robert E. Watts, Slidell BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BUSINESS MANAGEMENT Ian J. Decuir, Baton Rouge Angel A. Goodjoint, Monroe Caleb C. Henderson, Addis Christopher M. Hughes, Baton Rouge Troi D. Johnson, Zachary Kyler D. Jones, Opelousas Brennikay S. Marigny, New Orleans Larry Moore Jr., Baton Rouge Erin G. Murphy, Baton Rouge Justin C. Nwokolo, Baton Rouge Micah L. Pegues, Beaumont, TX Jamie W. Robertson, Baton Rouge Joshua L. Sparks, Jacksonville, FL Diamond L. Stevens, Baton Rouge BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MARKETING Datrel T. Brumfield, Greensburg Ryan O. Monk, Baton Rouge Erykah S. Parker, Oakland, CA Courtney A. Parson, Ft. Lauderdale, FL COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES AND INTERDISCIPINARY STUDIES Cynthia Bryant, Ph.D., Dean Cai Wynn, Student Marshal BACHELOR OF ARTS ENGLISH Kelly L. Bazile, Baton Rouge Gaybrielle L. Dixon, Monroe Raymond B. Lenard, Baton Rouge Alicia M. O’Neal, Baton Rouge BACHELOR OF ARTS IN MASS COMMUNICATIONS Alex T. Arceneaux, Lafayette Jocelyn P. Bellephant, New Orleans DeBorah E. Coleman, Baton Rouge Christopher J. Cruell, New Orleans Devon B. Fedrick, Evanston Jyla L. Ford, Baton Rouge Johnna A. Johnson, Jarreau Larry T. Medley, Clarksdale Jarren D. Narcisse, DeSoto Lyonel C. Nicholas, Baton Rouge Ja’mesia L. Stewart, Baton Rouge Miranda D. Thomas, Baton Rouge Louis Toussaint III, Zachary

BACHELOR OF INTERDISCIPINARY STUDIES Daisia L. Alberts, New Orleans Ke’Aira A. Anderson, Zachary Ashley N. Arnaud, Plaquemine Kanedra M. Brooks, Ferriday Farrell K. Brown, Baton Rouge Charles J. Clark, Houma Sydney B. Clavelle, Baton Rouge Dewayne R. Dotson, Baton Rouge Jade N. Duncan, Los Angeles Autumn C. Edwards, Baton Rouge Vadoll Junior, Donaldsonville Emily L. Maten, Baton Rouge Delana Matthews, Baton Rouge Kaylyn R. Mills, Baton Rouge Kelley D. Morgan, Baton Rouge Allison Plez, Shreveport Hunter D. Register, Lafayette, LA Rudolph Richard, Baton Rouge Alyska M. Shief, Baton Rouge Dakota Starks, Chicago, IL Tyrone Sterling, Baton Rouge Kylar G. Tillotson, Zachary Trevin T. Wilson, Lafayette BACHELOR OF MUSIC Stephanie R. Buxton, Dallas, TX Marcus R. Duret, New Orleans Chelci L. Lamb, Baton Rouge Quaneal Nixon, Nashville, TN BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION Aurrianne C. Allen Trotter, Baton Rouge Cai Wynn, Shreveport BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN SECONDARY EDUCATION Jacqueline J. Morgan, Baton Rouge COLLEGE OF NURSING AND ALLIED HEALTH Sandra Brown, DNS, APRN, FNP-BC, CNE, ANEF, FAANP, FAAN, Ph.D., Dean Shaquea L. Schiele, Student Marshal BACHELOR OF SCIENCE REHABILITATION SERVICES Adrina C. Belezaire, Zachary Jordan M. Cummings, Houston, TX Sean C. Griffin, Jr., Plaquemine Enisha D. Jackson, Victorville, CA George E. Lewis, New Iberia Terralicia L. Mercadel, Zachary Taylor C. Merritt, Denham Springs Patience O. Nwogu, Baton Rouge MeElle J. Reed, Ferriday Manneshia T. Septs, Baton Rouge

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THERAPEUTIC RECREATION & LEISURE STUDIES Kayla A. Guidry, Opelousas Creighton J. Guillory, Lake Charles Sayde A. Lowe, Baton Rouge Victor M. Rodriguez, Baton Rouge Kiarrasheka M. Simms, Prarieville Betty A. Smith, Baton Rouge Justice B. Taylor, Kentwood Kayla J. Vaughn, Baton Rouge BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING Bryanna L. Belvin, Terrytown Nia D. Brooks, Baton Rouge Melissa E. Brown, Slidell Latoria E. Calais, Breaux Bridge Bryana E. Craft, Baton Rouge Chalaine M. Crawford, Hammond Latasha J. Cyprian, Gretna Kennedy R. Denham, Opelousas Melissa N. Derouen, New Iberia Jalexia D. Diamond, Kentwood Holly A. Farrow, Baton Rouge Timmarious A. Flemming, Bastrop Tiyauna J. Gilmore, Baton Rouge Preston J. Gooden, Denham Springs Brittany A. Harris, Baton Rouge Jenbrica Harris, New Orleans Anecia Hays, Baton Rouge Kristin D. Heatley, Baton Rouge Alexis Hebert, Lafayette Jade B. Hubbard, Baton Rouge Timmia E. Humphrey, Gonzales Rikki L. Hurston, Baton Rouge Taylor O. Ike, Zachary Sanja Jancan, Baton Rouge Alexis M. Jefferson, Tangipahoa Faith Jones, Monroe Kendra W. Joseph, Gonzales Mia E. Kent, Ridgeland, MS Chelsey J. London, Gretna Belkis A. Mendez, Baker Felicia G. Milo, Baton Rouge Shelli B. Minor, Baton Rouge Amariya A. Payne, Baton Rouge Tyrion I. Perkins, Baton Rouge Fazolat E. Qushim, Baton Rouge Kayla A. Savoy, Baton Rouge Shaquea L. Schiele, Slaughter Jade D. Singleton, Gretna Caitlin Stafford, Walker Jasmine R. Taplin, Baker Hope D. Travis, Tallulah Keyoshi L. Turner, Baton Rouge Aeriyouna K. Watson, Ferriday Normon L. Whitaker, Wakefield

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN SPEECH PATHOLOGY AND AUDIOLOGY Troyan A. Allen, Donaldsonville Tevonte S. Bennett, Zachary Mielya B. Collins, New Orleans Kayla R. DeRouen, Baton Rouge Brianna N. Foy, New Orleans Divante G. Irby, Memphis, TN Jade D. Jefferson, La Place Sherlita A. Varnado, Baton Rouge

COLLEGE OF SCIENCES AND ENGINEERING Patrick Carriere, Ph.D., Dean Diamond N. Mungroo, Student Marshal BACHELOR OF SCIENCE BIOLOGY Karrington J. Brown, Cedar Park, TX Zackary P. Brumfield, Folsom Jessica Cage, Baton Rouge Danae C. Colston, Philadelphia, PA Patricka T. Cox, Baton Rouge Jazlyn J. Farlough, Reserve Skyler R. Franklin, New Iberia Lisa A. Glasper, Franklin Gabrielle J. Green, Zachary Dasia M. Gregory, Breaux Bridge Arabella V. Hall, San Antonio, TX Job O. Idakwoji, Baton Rouge Tjyia Jack, Franklin Serenthia C. Joseph, New Orleans Cayla L. Mckinsey, Dubberly Darrah D. Moore, Channelview Diamond N. Mungroo, Fayetteville, GA Tiara J. Scott, McDonough, GA Tiffany N. Smith, Gonzales Chaneyra D. Valentine, Baton Rouge MATHEMATICS Edgar A. Perez, Duluth, GA MATHEMATICS AND PHYSICS Quinton Jackson, Bastrop Sean E. Moore, Rowlett, TX BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE Jordan C. Anderson, Baton Rouge Justin D. Bell, Baton Rouge Ke’Andrea A. Brown, Mansfield, TX Aaron J. Ehrman, Baton Rouge Gabrielle N. Frank, Ville Platte Justin Gay, Shreveport Sydney M. Harris, Baton Rouge Alexis M. Hayes, Baton Rouge Robert Henderson, Jr., Baton Rouge Amber M. Johnese, Baton Rouge Terrell A. Love, Baton Rouge Devin D. Pierce, New Orleans Tarrandon D. Pool, Kentwood Trey C. Williams, Donaldsonville BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CIVIL AND ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING Justin T. Alfred, Lafayette Calesia R. Anderson, Baton Rouge Joseph R. Delpit, Baker Tyler J. Henderson, Baton Rouge Ikenna M. Okeke, Harvey Alfred J. Palomino, Baton Rouge Jaslyn R. Perrodin, Cypress, TX Tiffany R. White, Barbadian BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING Lannaman D. Hill Jr, Baton Rouge Robert G. Little, Gretna Malik D. Meggs, Baton Rouge Kaylen L. Scott, Baton Rouge

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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING TECHOLOGY Laroy M. Gay, Baton Rouge Cameron A. Lewis, Arnaudville Dajyra D. Lewis, Ville Platte BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING Bassam Naji Al Ali, Saudi Arabia Brian K. Davis, Zachary Tevin M. Gros, Vacherie Dantrey L. Johnson, Baton Rouge Kristopher D. Jones, Bastrop Gabrielle A. Kendall, Denham Springs Brentashia N. Lewis, Rayne Jordan D. Williams, Lafayette NELSON MANDELA COLLEGE OF GOVERNMENT AND SOCIAL SCIENCE Damien Ejigiri, Ph.D., Dean Tamajiea Videau, Student Marshal BACHELOR OF ARTS HISTORY Jvonte L. Hudson, Monroe Derrick Lemon, Baton Rouge Jeremy I. Nettles, Baton Rouge Sharita A. Sims, New Orleans Jordan N. Victorian, Opelousas POLITICAL SCIENCE Ashley N. Age, Homestead, FL Jerry Carter, Donaldsonville Gessyca L. Clark, Bogalusa Tyiesha K. Hives, Zachary Caleb J. Holmes, Shreveport Bri’Anna J. May, Baton Rouge Greg T. Sanders, Baton Rouge Darius M. Smith, New Orleans BACHELOR OF SCIENCE PSYCHOLOGY Josie E. Alexander, Baton Rouge Kanisha S. Barnes, Clinton Khalil Brice, Natchez, MS Laquisha N. Butler, Baton Rouge Kuquita N. Dodson, Baker Autumn E. Fleming, Independence Jeremias L. Houston, Keithville Dahlia M. Johnson, Baton Rouge Pooja L. Johnson, Baton Rouge Simone D. Key, Jeanerette Emani D. Lain, New Orleans Natalia N. Mathews, Baton Rouge Laronda D. Moore, Baton Rouge Kushiah E. Perry, Alexandria Anthony Robertson, Baton Rouge Christian D. Slaughter, Zachary Marqita S. Warmsley, Baton Rouge Deja D. Wesley, Addis SOCIOLOGY Doris C. Hammond, Baton Rouge Tyrane A. Hardy, Baton Rouge Taylor N. Jenkins, Baton Rouge Cierra D. Lewis, Addis Trevor B. Moore, Baton Rouge Solomon F. Murray, Mansfield

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The Sentinel Of An Enlightened Student Body since 1926 Yvonne M. Roberson, Baton Rouge BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE Lisa S. Blackman, Baton Rouge Drakkar D. Broussard, Rayne Anthony Buffington, Baton Rouge Christopher D. Chaney, Zachary LaTyrae J. Davis, La Place Kathryn L. Doss, Zachary Arionne L. Dubriel, Baton Rouge Janell F. Easterling, New Orleans Jalana G. Farlough, New Orleans Nicole N. Goree, Baton Rouge Ariane D. Jones, New Orleans Janya C. Joseph, Opelousas Tyler G. Knighten, Baton Rouge Tylon T. Marshall, St. Martinvlle Eian R. Mitchell, La Place Shawnadia L. Mixon, Bogalusa Isaiah J. Morgan, New Orleans Shirly G. Powell, Baton Rouge Ashanta D. Shorts, Baton Rouge LaCarlraneshia M. Smith, Opelousas Alvin Warner, Baton Rouge Kyelunyne K. Wells, Ethel Vionca N. Wells, Baton Rouge Caleb J. Wilkes, Zachary Corione J. Williams, Denham Springs Kimberly N. Williams, Addis BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN SOCIAL WORK Nala Anderson, Shreveport Francesca E. Brown, Shreveport Kayla L. Cornelious, Baton Rouge Willynette S. Green, Donaldsonville Lakioya Griffin, Greensburg Janyce A. Gutierrez, Harvey Kojerion L. Hawkins, Lake Providence Shauna E. Knighten, Quitman Nebra K. Loston, Jeanerette Theodore McCray, Amite Meghan L. Minor, Baker Brionne A. Pate, Baton Rouge Felicia G. Stewart, Plaquemine Arielle T. Turner, Baton Rouge Tamajiea Videau, Baton Rouge Niegi M. Williams, Mansfield HONOR GRADUATES SUMMA CUM LAUDE Cumulative Grade-point Average of 3.70 – 3.85 Macy B. Ceasar Edgar A. Perez Shamyra K. Walker MAGNA CUM LAUDE Cumulative Grade-point Average of 3.70 – 3.85 Rufaro N. Chirewa De’Shonna J. Jones Suzannah Omonuk Tamajiea Videau Cai Wynn

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CUM LAUDE Cumulative Grade-point Average of 3.40 -3.69 Josie E. Alexander Jordan M. Beauchamp Jessica Cage Gessyca L. Clark Kennedy R. Denham Aaron J. Ehrman Jazlyn J. Farlough Brianna N. Foy Autumn R. Hamilton Alyx S. Harris Derrick Lemon Robert G. Little Sayde A. Lowe Bri’Anna J. May Sean E. Moore Micah L. Pegues Kaylen L. Scott Jordan N. Victorian HONORABLE MENTION Cumulative Grade-point Average of 3.00 -3.39

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY Environmental Toxicology Ogad A. Agu, Baton Rouge Dissertation Title: Studies on Oxidation of Select Olefinic Organic Pollutants by Ozone, Hypohalous Acids and Chlorinated Cyanuric Acid Derivatives Major Professor: Roa Uppu, Ph.D. Gagandeep Kaur, India Dissertation Title: Epigenetic Regulation of Immune and Autophagy-Related Gene on Cigarette Smoke Exposure Major Professor: Sanjay Batra, Ph.D.

Nursing Sharon Coulter, Baton Rouge Dissertation Title: Critical Thinking, Caring Behaviors, and Clinical Reasoning among Baccalaureate Nursing Students Major Professor: Jacqueline J. Hill, Ph.D., RN Science and Mathematics Education Damayanthi Srimathi Jegart, Thibodeaux Dissertation Title: An Analysis of High School Students Preparation for Stem Programs Using MyMathLab in High School Dual Enrollment Calculus Classes Major Professor: Christopher Guillory, Ph.D.

Justin T. Alfred Nia D. Brooks Latoria E. Calais Jordan M. Cummings Jade N. Duncan Brian K. Davis Joseph R. Delpit Jalexia D. Diamond Arionne L. Dubriel Devon B. Fedrick Gabrielle N. Frank Lisa A. Glasper Preston J. Gooden Mykayla D. Gordon Gabrielle J. Green Jade B. Hubbard Christopher M. Hughes Job O. Idakwoji Enisha D. Jackson Johnna A. Johnson Dajyra D. Lewis Belkis A. Mendez Darrah D. Moore Diamond N. Mungroo Sylvester L. Neal Amariya A. Payne Fazolat E. Qushim Jamie W. Robertson NiKiya T. Robinson Shaquea L. Schiele Tiara J. Scott Destinee D. Singleton Simona A. Truehill Keyoshi L. Turner Aeriyouna K. Watson Caleb J. Wilkes

Shiv Kumar, Lake Charles Dissertation Title: An Investigation of Teacher’s Attitudes, Concerns, and Self-Efficacy toward Inclusive Education in Stem Classrooms Major Professor: Albertha Lawson, Ph.D.

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Olushola Gideon Falodun, Baton Rouge Dissertation Title: Impact of Biochar Urban Soil Amendment on Soil Carbon Dioxide Flux and Shoot Growth of Live Oak Saplings in Louisiana State USA Major Professor: Kamran Abdollahi, Ph.D.

O’neil Lathenial Robinson, Napoleonville Dissertation Title: The Impact of Self-Assessment on the Learning Outcomes of African American Students in Geometry in Rural School Setting Major Professor: Francesca Mellieon-Williams, PhD Public Policy Michael David Celestin, New Orleans Dissertation Title: Developing and testing the Validity and Reliability of a Survey Instrument to Predict Adherence to Policy for Screening and Treatment of Tobacco Use by Primary Care Clinicians Major Professor: Onyumbe Lukongo, Ph.D. Avimanyu Halder, Troy, MI Dissertation Title: Perception of Imperialism: American Hegemony and Vulnerability due to cyber threats in the global age Major Professor: Kingsley Esedo, Ph.D. Urban Forestry Udaykiran Reddy Bhuma, Baton Rouge Dissertation Title: Conversion of Urban Forest Cellulosic Waste to Bio ethanol, Bio oil and Bio char in Louisiana Major Professor: Kamran Abdollahi, Ph.D. Dorcas Opeoluwa Falodun, Gonzales Dissertation Title: Urban Forest Ecosystem Analysis for Baker, Louisiana. Using i-Tree Eco Model Major Professor: Kamran Abdollahi, Ph.D.

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Wilbert Lee Lane Thomas, Baton Rouge Dissertation Title: Quantifying Photosynthesis, Stomatal Conductance and Transpiration Response of Crepe Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) to Flooding at Elevated CO2 Settings Major Professor: Zhu H. Ning, Ph.D. MASTERS OF ARTS CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING Lyndsey Jonte’ Ausama, New Orleans Dominique Alexis Haughton, Gonzales Jalynn Nicole Johnson, River Ridge Lakeith Tawain Lewis, Baton Rouge TaRhonda Marshele London, Zachary Amarachi N. Nwokeji Orimma, Baker Angela A. Ringo Louis, New Roads SOCIAL SCIENCES Political Science Ki-Jana Jamel Curtis, Houma Thesis Title: The Impact of Gentrification in New Orleans, LA Post – Hurricane Katrina: A Case Study Thesis Advisor: Melanie Johnson, Ph.D.

Sociology Parco Demitrie Cosey, Baton Rouge Thesis Title: Success in College: Experiences of Traditional and Non-traditional Students at an HBCU in South United States Thesis Advisor: Riad M.Yehya, Ph.D. Kevin D. Knighten, Baton Rouge Thesis Title: Drug Abuse in an E.B.R. Community: Reasons, Effects, and What Should Be Done About It Thesis Advisor: Ollie Christian, Ph.D. MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Achala Ghimire, Baton Rouge Jaelen Bryant, Baton Rouge Trenykia Augustus, Baton Rouge Jodeci Alsobrook, Prairieville Raven TyRon Gooden, Baker Dominique L. Hulbert, Baton Rouge Peter Okechukwu Ikediashi, Baton Rouge Kyrie Zoe Moore, Baton Rouge Titilope Olokunde, Baton Rouge Lydia Nicole Young, Baton Rouge MASTER OF EDUCATION Educational Leadership Cathy Lee Baker, Baton Rouge Cierra T. Ellis, Plaquemine Ashley Danielle Nettles-Sims, Zachary April Renesse Vessel, St. Francisville MASTER OF ENGINEERING Deshon L. Swafford, Jonesboro Thesis Title: Fabrication of Zinc Oxide Varistor used in Gas Sensing Application Thesis Advisor: Fred Lacy, PhD Rowland McFadden, Jr., Pine Bluff, AR Raja Nafa Rahul Paramkusam, Thesis Title: Synthesis and Analytical Characterization of Graphene Oxide and Graphene Oxide for Gas Sensing Applications Thesis Advisor: Fred Lacy, Ph.D. MASTER OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

Jasmine Angelle Brumfield, Addis Sherral Monique Franklin, Baton Rouge Kathie M. Jackson, Moreauville Shareen Adonica Mathews, Baldwin Betty Green Richard, Baton Rouge Tierra Michelle Small, Shreveport

EXECUTIVE MASTER OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION Sharessa Shante Carter-Mckinsey Oscar Donta Howard, Jr., Alexandria Kelsa Brooke Elizabeth Jackson, Plaquemine Kenisha LaToya Keener, Greenwell Springs Britney Michelle Lovely, White Castle Jermey Jerome Nicholson, Baton Rouge Shannan Smith, Baton Rouge Garanique Alisha Steward, Slidell Shaneen S. Watson, Baton Rouge Gecyka Dawnn Williams, Lake Charles MASTER OF SCIENCE Biology Italy Jermaine Hayes, Baton Rouge Brionna Jewel King, Zachary Zahra M. Al Mosawi, Baton Rouge Computer Science Nariman Razavi Arab, Baton Rouge Thesis Title: Deep Learning Approach for Controlling Additive Manufacturing Process Thesis Advisor: Yaser Banadaki, Ph.D. Tyrone Leroy Curtis, Baton Rouge Wisdom Shedria Herbert, Zachary Onu David Ocheni, Baton Rouge Adetayo Olufemi Okunoye, Baton Rouge Brian Keith Parker, Jr., New Orleans Thesis Title: A Survey on Tools and Applications for Precision Farming Thesis Advisor: Ebrahim Khosravi, Ph.D. Aliaa M. Salim, Baton Rouge Thesis Title: A Survey of Sensors Used in Autonomous Farming Thesis Advisor: Ebrahim Khosravi, Ph.D. Madoud Safari-Zanjani, Baton Rouge Thesis Title: Data-Driven Hydrocarbon Production Forecasting Using Machine Learning Techniques Thesis Advisor: Mohammad Abdus Salam, Ph.D. Johnathan Thompkins, Baton Rouge Thesis Title: Increasing African American Participation in Stem by Analysing Data Thesis Advisor: Mohammad Abdus Salam, PhD. Criminal Justice Melissa Shaniece Anderson, Baton Rouge D’Laika Lynn Johnson, Baker Destinee Jontel-Marie Jordan, Baton Rouge Darrell D’Wayne Lewis, Baton Rouge

Executive Masters in Criminal Justice Deveney Jovanique’ Batiste, Gonzales Chasity Williams Byrd, Baton Rouge Melanie Cherrelle Frazier, Baton Rouge

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Ernest Rayford Green, Youngsville Victorious Lajazmen Artise Green, Baton Rouge Jonathan Guyton, Princeton, TX Robert Sheldon Hooks, Augusta, GA Johnathan Neal Johnson, Port Allen Katelyn Jalaine Lindon, Dallas, TX Johnathan Dewayne London, Houston, TX Tierria Dasha Pitts, Baton Rouge Mathematics and Physics Reginald Brown, Jr., Baton Rouge Penny S. Sterling, Baton Rouge Master of Science in Nursing Courtney Ericka Williams Beason, Addis Sharon Terae Vincent Coulter, Baton Rouge Michelle JoAnn Hill, Baton Rouge Aaron Quentin Hunt, Opelousas Shawn Marie Keller, Vacherie Carlos Jose Martin, Baton Rouge Latoya Renee Matthews, New Orleans Courtney Lashouto Muller, Slidell Travis Jacole Rami, Opelousas Whitley Jovita Rogers, Baton Rouge Andrea Christin Strother, Hammond Danielle Martin Webster, Baton Rouge Rehabilitation Counseling Rachel Elyse Geary, Coshocton, OH Alexis Nicole Holtzberger, Tiffin, OH Melanie Lyn Jubb, Baton Rouge, LA Jontell Jai’Riel Lockett, Baton Rouge Danielle Marie Lawrence Love, Richmond, NH Iesha Renee’ Reed, Raceland Speech-Language Pathology Janee Marisol Castillo, Lafayette Keonndra Glover, Harvey Amanda H. Pacheco, Baton Rouge Urban Forestry Dora Sevor, Baton Rouge Thesis Title: Studies on Plant Performance and Demographics of Chinese Tallow (Triadica Sebifera), an Invasive Tree in Louisiana Thesis Advisor: Veronica Manrique, Ph.D.

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