University of Louisiana Monroe
Summer & Fall 2025
Saturday, December 13, 2025
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Summer & Fall 2025
Saturday, December 13, 2025
The history of the University of Louisiana Monroe is a record of educational leadership and progress with time. In 1922, Timothy Oscar Brown, superintendent of Ouachita Parish Schools perceived the need for an institution that would provide college training for the great number of local high school graduates. After a thorough study of the situation, Brown presented the idea in an address to the Monroe Kiwanis Club, where it was favorably received. The challenge was that additional legislation would be
necessary to provide a satisfactory method for the establishment and maintenance of a junior college. Accordingly, a bill was introduced in the regular session of the Louisiana State Legislature in May 1928, and was subsequently enacted into a law providing for the establishment of junior colleges. Included in Act 173 was the right of a school board to call an election to vote a parish-wide tax for the support of such an institution. Following the adoption of the bill, the Kiwanis Club, cooperating with the Rotary Club, the Lions Club and the Chamber of Commerce, perfected a plan
to found a junior college in accordance with the Junior College Law.On November 9, 1928, the Ouachita Parish School board organized a Junior College District and called a special election to vote the special tax of one mill for a period of 10 years for the construction, equipment and operation of the junior college. The Police Jury and the School Board of Ouachita Parish, in joint session on January 4, 1931, purchased the site for the college. The building, including equipment and grounds, represented an investment of over $350,000. The first session of the Ouachita Parish Junior College began on September 28, 1931, with a full corps of teachers and an enrollment of 416 students. At that time, this was one of the only junior colleges in Louisiana. Thus was realized the dream of T.O. Brown – that educational advantages beyond high school graduation should be the possession of the citizens of Ouachita Parish. Ouachita Parish Junior College graduated its first class of 135 students in June 1933. ULM has followed a course of vigorous growth in its transition from a junior college to an institution offering a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs. In September 1931, the university opened for its first session as Ouachita Parish Junior College, which was operated as part of the Ouachita Parish School System. In
1934, Louisiana State University received authority from the State Legislature to operate the facilities of the university as Northeast Center of Louisiana State University. The name of the institution was changed to Northeast Junior College of Louisiana State University in 1939. The following year, the State Legislature authorized the transfer of all lands connected with Northeast Junior College to Louisiana State University. The 1950 Legislature approved the expansion of Northeast Junior College of LSU to a four-year senior college granting academic degrees. The name of the institution was changed to Northeast Louisiana State College, and its control was transferred from the Louisiana State University Board of Supervisors to the State Board of Education. The name was changed to Northeast Louisiana University by the 1970 Legislature. The constitution, adopted by the people of Louisiana in 1974, provided that the administration of state colleges and universities be changed from the Louisiana State Board of Education to the Board of Trustees for State Colleges and Universities effective May 1975. This board’s name was changed again on June 8, 1995, to the University of Louisiana System Board of Supervisors. On August 27, 1999, the university officially changed its name to the University of Louisiana Monroe.
We welcome you to the commencement ceremony at the University of Louisiana Monroe. Commencement is the solemn yet joyful culmination and recognition of the graduates’ years of study. It is an important and meaningful occasion for the university and its faculty, staff, and students. In keeping with the solemnity of this time-honored tradition, all guests and participants are asked to avoid unnecessary movement and conversation during the exercises. In order that all in attendance may hear the graduates’ names, we also
ask that you refrain from making any noise other than that of applause as graduates cross the stage to receive their degrees. To further enhance the decorum of the event, guests are asked not to enter the arena floor for the purpose of taking pictures during the ceremony. Following the awarding of degrees, the audience is asked to remain seated until the graduates, who follow the administration and faculty, begin to exit. Again, welcome to our campus and to this most momentous and memorable occasion.
Although every effort is made to ensure that this program is accurate with respect to degrees awarded and honors conferred, ULM’s printing schedule makes complete accuracy impossible. Therefore, neither a name listed herein nor participation in the commencement ceremony guarantees the awarding of a degree or the conferring of honors. The Registrar’s Office retains each student’s permanent academic record, which indicates these official designations.
The University of Louisiana Monroe awards the associate, bachelor’s, master’s, specialist, and doctoral degrees. Diplomas indicate only the degree designations as listed in this program except in the case of professional degrees as specified by the Louisiana Board of Regents. An asterisk (*), unless otherwise noted, indicates the student is receiving multiple degrees. The colors represented in the academic regalia worn by the faculty and candidates are of special interest to
those attending the commencement exercises. The standard followed is that of the Intercollegiate Code of Academic Costume, as revised by the American Council on Education in 1986. The interior colors of the hood, as seen from the back, symbolize the colors of the wearer’s alma mater. The colors shown in the trim of the academic apparel, including the trimmings of doctors’ gowns, edgings of hoods, and tassels of the caps, signify the subject area of the wearer, as shown below:
Agriculture
Arts, Letters and Humanities
Commerce, Accountancy
Business
Dentistry
Economics
Education
Engineering
Fine Arts, including Architecture
Forestry
Journalism
Law
Library Science
Medicine
Maize
White
Drab
Lilac
Copper
Light Blue
Orange
Brown
Russett
Crimson
Purple
Lemon
Green
Music
Nursing
Occupational Therapy
Pharmacy
Philosophy
Physical Education
Public Admin., Foreign Service
Public Health
Science
Social Work
Speech
Theology
Pink
Apricot
Slate Blue
Olive Green
Dark Blue
Sage Green
Peacock Blue
Salmon Pink
Golden Yellow
Citron
Silver Gray
Scarlet
Veterinary Science Gray
Maroon and gold honor cords are worn by cum laude, magna cum laude, and summa cum laude ULM graduates whose names appear on the Distinguished Graduates section in the program.
White honor cords are worn by associate degree
Alpha Epsilon Delta – (National Premedical Honor Society) red and purple knotted cords
Alpha Lambda Delta – (National Honor Society) red, gold, and white honor cords
Alpha Pi Sigma – (National Criminal Justice Honor Society) blue and gold cords with gold tassel, blue and gold ribbon with medallion, gold stole with blue embroidery
Beta Gamma Sigma – (International Business Honor Society) royal blue and gold ribbons
Beta Alpha Psi – Cardinal red and black honor cords
Beta Beta Beta – (Biology Honor Society) red and green honor cords
Beta Delta Chapter of Lambda Tau – (Medical Laboratory Science) gold stole with maroon embroidery
Chi Sigma lota – (Counseling) blue and white double tie cords
Delta Tau Alpha – (Agriculture) green and gold honor cords
Kappa Mu Epsilon – (National Honor Society in Mathematics) silver and rose-pink
Kappa Phi – (Art) honor cord with three tier spiral of purple and gold with gold tassel
Lambda Nu – (Rad Tech) maroon and green double tied honor cords
Lambda Pi Eta – (National Honor Society in Communication) single-strand gold cords
Mu Kappa Tau – (Marketing) double royal blue honor cords, royal blue ribbon with gold medallion, gold stole with royal blue embroidery
National Society of Collegiate Scholars –
Maroon and gold double tied cords gold stole
Omicron Delta Kappa – (National Honor Society for Academic Achievement) pins and tri-colored black, sky blue, and white cords
Phi Alpha – (Social Work Honor Society) medallions
Phi Alpha Theta – (History Honor Society) red and
graduates who have been awarded Honors and High Honors by ULM.
Medallions are worn by members of Mortar Board and indicate academic achievement as well as outstanding community and University service.
blue honor cords
Phi Chi – (Psychology) platinum stole with dark blue insignia, platinum and dark blue honor cords
Pi Delta Phi – (French) double tie red, white, and blue honor cords
Phi Epsilon Kappa – (Kinesiology) black and yellow honor cords, gold stoles
Phi Kappa Phi – (The National Honor Society in all academic disciplines and is limited to the top 7.5 percent of the junior class and top 10 percent of the senior class and graduate students) medallions on blue ribbons
Rho Chi – (National Pharmacy Honor Society) purple and white honor cords
Sigma Delta Pi – (National Spanish Honor Society) red and yellow honor cords
Sigma Lambda Chi – (International Honor Society for Construction) green and gold
Sigma Tau Delta – (International English Honor Society) red and black cords
Sigma Theta Tau – (International Honor Society for Nursing) lilac cords
Sunbelt Academic Honors – Blue ribbon with gold medal with maroon stole
Tau Omicron Chi – (Toxicology Honor Society) green and blue cords
The specially-designed Presidential Chain of Office is an intricately-detailed sculptural interpretation of the University seal which is surrounded by a decorative bezel. The seal is attached to an elegant chain with engraved banners which bear the names of former chief executive
The University Mace is a time-honored symbol that represents the light that knowledge brings to humankind. Across the centuries, it has been recognized by scholars throughout the world as an emblem of education and enlightenment. The mace stands to the left of the podium and is present at all ceremonial
officers and presidents of the campus. Engraved metal plates displaying the letters ULM are found above the banners on each side of the chain. This chain represents the history and tradition of the University and establishes an enduring legacy for the institution.
occasions which celebrate academic excellence at the University. It not only represents the academic mission but also serves as a repository of the history of the institution, listing every name that the University has been officially designated during its evolution.
Appreciation is expressed to the ULM Executive Commencement Committee, administrative staff and faculty who either coordinate the activities of or participate in the commencement ceremony.
Allison, Kenneth Don II, B.A.
Anders, Emma Caroline, B.A.
~Aranda, Marcus I., B.G.S.
Bajarias, Angelli Refugia, B.G.S.
~Barnette, James Taylor, B.A.
~Blair, Matthew Yancy, B.G.S.
Blaise, Skylar Annabella, B.G.S. Boyles, Hannah Mackenzie, B.G.S. Bratton, Shayne Halayna, B.A. Brown, Katelyn Grace, B.A.
Brunet, Kristen Monique, B.S.
Calcote, Tobi Lashay, B.A. Cannon, Morgan Alexa, B.A.
Christensen, Rachael, B.S.
Commaret, Leane, B.G.S.
Curtis, Keegan Edward, B.G.S. Daves, McKayla Antoinette, B.A.
~DeVanie, Ethan Glen, B.G.S.
Diel, Diane Lee, B.S.
Dillingham, Allyson Leigh, B.G.S.
Faulkinberry, Ava Grace, B.A.
Felter, Kade David, B.A. Fitzgerald, Leah C., B.S. Fontenot, Mary Allison, B.G.S. Gambina, Marie, B.G.S. Getret, Darius Jamal, B.A. ~Gill, Jaret A., B.G.S. Ginn, Trent Micah, B.G.S. Gomez, Maggie Elise, B.A. Greer, Brandi, B.G.S. Hamlin, Jaden Omarion, B.G.S. Harrison, Emma Grace, B.A.
~Hatfield, Madeline Nicole, B.G.S.
~Hearne, Palmer Harris, B.G.S.
Hebert, Abigail Elizabeth, B.S. Holman, Makayla Sheree’, B.S. Hopkins, Eldrick Tyrese, B.G.S. Humphrey, Jamie Rose, B.G.S. ~Jackson, Jewel Carlise, B.G.S. Johnson, Kamryn Elise, B.G.S. Johnston, Jerri Kaye, B.G.S. Kennard, Jo Helen, B.G.S.
Key, Dylan Jack, B.A.
Laird, Christina Walker, B.G.S.
Landry, Katelyn, B.S.
~Larson, Maxwell C., B.G.S.
Lary, Frances Nicole, B.S.
~Leake, Asjha N., B.G.S. Leporati, Sadie Lanee, B.A.
Manos, William Joseph II, B.A. Masters, Jaden Kai, B.G.S.
~McNeill, Eugenia Sevier, B.G.S. Merritt, Landon William, B.A. Millsap, Tasia Sade’, B.G.S. Mock, Abigail Leeann, B.G.S. Moore, Hailey Elizabeth, B.G.S. ~Mueller, Janelle Susan, B.G.S. Olano, Allie, B.G.S.
Page, Jordan Elizabeth, B.G.S. Panth, Nikita Singh, B.G.S. Perkins McAllister, Darco D., B.G.S. ~Pete, Hannah Nikol, B.S. ~Price, Barbara LaFaye, B.G.S. ~Pringle, Alyssa Lauren, B.G.S.
Ramos, Destiny Faith, B.S. Romero, Isabella Grace, B.A. Ross, Marcus, B.G.S. Rowan, Jill Calderon, B.G.S. Ryals, Allie Michelle, B.G.S. Saleh, Mohamed Faez, B.S. Sanchez, Anthony Miguel, B.A. Savage, Bethany Elise, B.G.S. Shaw, Mason Andrew, B.A. ~Simon, Terrell Deshan, B.G.S. Sissac, Zoe Elizabeth, B.A. Smith, Kalyn Victoria, B.S. Smith, Logan Monroe, B.A. ~Smith, Maverick G., B.S. Smith, Shelby Jean, B.G.S. Spangler, Callie, B.G.S. Steele, Reese M., B.G.S. Stringer, Chasity Lynn, B.S. ~Stutzman, Ian Garrett, B.G.S. Sullivan, Nate Dupree, B.G.S. Turner, Shelby Jackson, B.A. ~Walker, Isaiah Dhani, B.S. Watkins, Tyrielle Janae, B.G.S. Watson, Tyreese Kenyatta, B.G.S. West, Amaya Nicole, B.S. White, Jacob D., B.S. Wiggins, Katelyn Claire, B.S. Williams, Ethan Nathaniel, B.A. Wolfe, Amanda, B.A. ~Young, Brooke Porter, B.G.S. Young, Coltie K., B.G.S.
Acharya, Lochan, B.S. Adhikari, Dinesh, B.S. Alexander, Genevieve Faith, B.A. ~Allums, Akia Denise, B.A.
Arnold, Karleigh Ashlynne, B.B.A.
Babcock, Ashton Lynne, B.A. Baniya, Satish, B.S.
~Barkley, Christopher Charles, B.A.
~Beamer, Eric Ahmad, B.A. Beaza-Diaz, Laci, B.A. Belgard, Bailey Elizabeth, B.B.A. Bennett, Daniel Beau, B.S.
Bennett-Newman,Cambree Elise, B.A.
Berry, Andrew Charles, B.B.A.
Bhattarai, Christopher, B.S. Bhattarai, Swikrit, B.S.
Bielkiewicz, Jayden Luke, B.B.A. Bordelon, Callie Ann, B.B.A. Boudloche, Ashlyn Noel, B.A. ~Bowman, Beatrice, B.A. Brakefield, Brooke Lillian, B.A.
Brandenburg, William David, B.A. Bray, Audrey Leanne, B.A. Brown, Allyson Micah, B.A. Bryan, Jake Hayward, B.B.A.
Burks, Jairius Derrell, B.S. ~Calhoun, Alex D., B.A. Calhoun, Rylie Destin, B.A.
Cangemi, Brooke Ashley, B.A.
Causey, Autumn B., B.B.A. Chakraborty, Rohan, B.S. Cherry, Julia Kay, B.A. ~Cirelli, Joseph S., B.A. Cook, Brianna Rebecca, B.A. Cookson, Caden Michael, B.B.A. Corley, Clare A., B.S. Crain, Morgan Nicole, B.A. Cullins, Morgan Riley, B.A. Dampier, Heather Anne, B.B.A. Dang, Dana Dung, B.A. David, Allison Elizabeth, B.A. Davis, Kacey N., B.B.A. Deal, Sydni Zeigler, B.A. Dejohnette, Tyaishia Ambria, B.A. Desidere, Grady Tate, B.A. Dhakal, Sujan, B.S. Dolly, Maddox Claire, B.B.A. Doucet, Charlotte Elise, B.A. Du, Phuc, B.B.A.
Dubose, Tomiko T., B.B.A. Ducote, Madeline Rae, B.A. Dupre, Nicholas Ross, B.S. Durham, Keziah Antonise, B.A. Evans, Mckinleigh Rae, B.A. ~Everett, Madelyn Elise, B.B.A. Ezell, Sarah Alexis, B.A.
Faulk, Katelynn Danielle, B.S.
Finley, Piper Brown, B.A.
Ford, Robyn Marie, B.A. Forestier, Zena Alexandra, B.B.A.
~French, Harris, B.S.
Gardner, Spencer Gerard, B.S.
Gautam, Abikrit, B.S.
~Gay, Madison Rose, B.B.A.
Geoghegan, Jana Lee, B.A.
George, Cari Brantley, B.A.
George, Daulton Tyler, B.A.
Getret, Terrence Jerrell, B.A.
Gilbert, Caleigh D., B.A.
Girod, Caroline Brooke, B.A.
Gomez Andrade, Marisol, B.B.A.
~Gomez, Sharice Nicole, B.A.
Graham, Abigail Nicole, B.S.
Green, Rylan Haze, B.S.
Gregory, Clara LeighAnn, B.B.A.
Gulledge-Spence, Megan Ashly, B.A.
Gurung, Samir, B.S.
~Haire, Abbey Kathryn, B.A.
Hall, Macie Brooke, B.A.
Hanemann, Emma Claire, B.B.A.
Hardy, Tiffany Hope, B.A.
~Harvey, Reese M., B.A.
Hatfield, Kiersten DeShay, B.B.A.
Hatfield, Taylor, B.A.
Hatten, Kayana Yvette, B.A.
Herron, Sean Terrill, B.B.A.
Hilburn, Shyenne D., B.A. Hill, Caleb E., B.S.
Holland, Kelsey Erin, B.A.
Holland, Pamela, B.B.A.
Holmes, Emoni Marie, B.A. ~Hudson, Donte James, B.A. Hughes, Chloe LeAnn Powell, B.S. Humphrey, Haley Renee, B.A. Huval, Camryn Paige, B.B.A. Jackson, Alajah Zania, B.A. ~Jackson, Denisha Richelle, B.A. James, Ethan Alexander, B.B.A.
Janes, Aidan Brett, B.S. Jones, MaShunti Cairise, B.A.
~Jordan, Parker R., B.S.
Judd, Emily Dawn, B.A. ~Kindrix, Eden Farah, B.B.A.
King, Carson Nicole, B.B.A.
King, Lilly Kate, B.A.
King, Matthew Evan Thomas, B.B.A. Kinman, Alexis P., B.A. Kivett, Richard Alan Jr., B.S. Kunwar, Biswash Nursingh, B.S. Kwentoh, Obiora Nwaorah, B.A. Lacour, Ditoephia, B.A. Lawrence, Shakerria Deshardae, B.A. Lawson, Savanna Gabrielle, B.A. LeBoeuf, Mallory Alexis, B.A. Lee, Abby Christine, B.S. Leger, Jaci, B.A. Lemons, Kevin Trudell Jr., B.A. Limosnero, Lacie James, B.A. Lindstrom, Amelia Katherine, B.A. Lively, Daniel Kade, B.S. ~Macgregor, Brendan, B.A. Macias, Colin Martina, B.S. ~Maddox, Kendall Faith, B.B.A. Mayer, Sara, B.A. McDonald, Emily Grace, B.A. McKinney, Shiya Da’Nay, B.B.A. McWilliams, Justin Clint, B.A. ~Mcfarland, Jakela Shawntae, B.B.A. ~Merritt, Chad Dawson, B.S. Miller, Ashley Danae, B.A. Miller, Galen Brian, B.S. Miller, Shekayla K., B.A. ~Milligan, Reid Owens, B.S. Mims, Victrell, B.B.A. Minter, Deborah Leighann, B.B.A. Moon, Sophie Ware, B.A. Moore, Kamden Ty’Jalon, B.S. Morris, Landon Reid, B.B.A. Morris, Melanna Jo, B.A. Musso, Hayden Michael, B.A. Neeley, Datra, B.B.A. Nevels, Emily Elisabeth, B.S. Nguyen, Tomson, B.B.A. Oliver, Nevin, B.A.
Pace, Annah B., B.A.
~Pace, Zoie Phoenix, B.A.
~Peacock, Jaelynn Loraine, B.S.
Pennebaker, Ella Katherine, B.A.
Pennington, Ruby Regenia, B.A.
Pousson, Mikayla Danielle, B.B.A.
~Prieto, Oscar, B.B.A.
Purdy, Wyatt Chase, B.A.
Ranel, Darah Marie, B.A.
Rawls, Ruby Danielle, B.A.
Richard, Catherine Turner, B.A.
Richardson, Allyson Anne, B.A.
Richardson, Benjamin Charles, B.S.
~Richmond, Caden Alan, B.S.
~Rivers, Lakeydra Rachelle, B.A.
~Roach, Ashlyn Paige, B.B.A.
Roberts, Kolbye Blake, B.S.
~Rodriguez, Mia Grace, B.B.A.
Rodriguez, Walter Raoul, B.S.
~Rogers, Kevin, B.S.
Sandidge, Stacey, B.B.A.
Scott, Terrell Thomas Jr., B.A.
Self, Stacy Sanders, B.A.
Senn, Brady Leigh, B.S.
~Sessum, Jason Matthew, B.A. Shah, Shivendra, B.S.
Short, Sandlin, B.A.
Shrestha, Anukshya, B.A.
Smith, Adyson Taylor, B.B.A.
Smith, Calvin James, B.S.
Smith, Owen Augustus, B.B.A.
~Smith, Tomas Hayden, B.A. Spradlin, Jacob Virgil, B.S.
Stapleton, Spencer Dylan, B.S. ~Stegall, Addelyn Marie, B.A.
Stewart, Paxton Harper, B.B.A. Story, Conner Allen, B.B.A. Strickland, Karmen Alexis, B.A. Tamang, Nabin, B.S.
~Taylor, Amaya Iyana, B.A.
~Taylor, Brianna S., B.A. ~Terry, Tliyah Marie, B.A. ~Thames, Meloney N., B.A. Thompson, Layla A., B.B.A.
Abdulla, Marahel Kassim, B.S.N. Anderson, Davin D., B.S. ~Anderson, Jada Marie, B.S. Bagot, Katherine Margaret, B.S.N. Benjamin, Nia Nicole, B.S. Bergeron, John Peyton, B.S. ~Bilbo, Devin Matthew, B.S. Boston, Tamia Arianna, B.S.N. Bostwick, Katie L., B.S.N. Bowers, Alyssa Breann, B.S. Brown, Lauren Dwyer, B.S.N. Brown, Myra Beatrice, B.S.N. ~Bush, Kaylee Alana, B.S. Butler, ShaMiya Christianna LaShay, B.S.
Cader, Jon Michael, B.S.N. Camp, Richard James, B.S.N.
Castille, Emily Claire, B.S.N. Charpentier, Jolie Ann, B.S. Cheffin, Ja’Layja Z., B.S.N. Corcoran, Bronwyn Mae, B.S.N. Crain, Zachary William, B.S.N. Daley, Autumn Paige, B.S.N. DeWitt, Mari Beth Louise, B.S.N. ~Delaney, Benita Josephine, B.S. Douglas, Kylie LaCheryl, B.S. ~Dowden, Savannah Alexandra, B.S. Dupont, Kade Hart, B.S. Edwards, Lauren Hailey, B.S.N. Eldridge, Amanda Dawn, B.S. Ezell, Hannah Grace, B.S. Foster, Jeraveya Nycole, B.S. Franco Fernandes Carneiro, Giulia, B.S.
Thornton, Ava Lane, B.A.
Treadway, Vivian, B.A.
Tullos, Logan Barclay, B.S. Turner, Asia Reahanna, B.A. Valentine, Elizabeth Grace, B.A. VanMeter, Abigail Marie, B.A. Vogt, Malinn Danielle, B.B.A. Waggoner, Aydan Manning, B.A. Waguespack, Victoria Michele, B.A. Walker, Kali Griffin, B.B.A. ~Wallace, Illianna Cashe’, B.A. Warren, Jordan Ashley, B.B.A. ~Watkins, Phoenita Deneen Rinnai, B.A. West, Alyssa Marie, B.A. White, Ni’Ja Aalyiah, B.A. ~Wilson, Caroline Lauren, B.B.A. Winslow, Tyreek Kevon, B.A. ~Yang, Jinyoung, B.S. Yarbrough, Alisha Donese, B.A. Young, Tanner Reed, B.S. Zaunbrecher, Anya Kaye, B.A.
Friedrich, Kailey, B.S.N. Gatson, Christopher Bricynt, B.S.N. Gray, Charles A. III, B.S. ~Greenway, Garry Brandon II, B.S. ~Greer, Jasmine Ranique, B.S.N. Greer, Peyton K., B.S. Griffith, Lauren Parker, B.S. Hamilton, Connor Bradley, B.S.N. Hamilton, Machaela Caskey, B.S. Haney, Matilyn Ruth, B.S.N. ~Harper, Chelsey Elise, B.S. Havard, Madelynn Grace, B.S.N. Havens, Soren Michele, B.S.N. Hebert, Gracie Irene, B.S.N. Herrington, Maci LeighAnn, B.S.N. Higginbotham, Chloe Lynn, B.S.N. Hill, Brooke Juanice, B.S.N.
~ Summer 2025 graduate
Holmes, Kelbee, B.S. Holstead, Jayme Nicole, B.S.N. Howard, Brianna Renee, B.S.N. ~Howell, Dylan Darren, B.S. ~Hughes, Gabriel Hunter, B.S. Huglon, Jarmarsha Funtazz, B.S. Hunt, Madison E., B.S. Jack, DeVante’ D., B.S. Jambois, Melinda Elizabeth, B.S.N. Jenkins, Alyssa Paige, B.S.N. ~Johnson, Nicholas Raimone, B.S. Kennedy, Madison Ma’Kyra, B.S. Lane, Abbigale Grace, B.S. Lantz, Matthew Cullen, B.S.N. Lawrence, Paige Ariana, B.S.N. Lengefeld, Anna Alyssa Beth, B.S.N. Lewis, Breana Mae, B.S.N.
Linch, Alyssa Brooke, B.S. Lingefelt, Annabelle Nicole, B.S.N. ~Linson, Matthew Colby, B.S. Madison, Christin, B.S.N.
McCartney, John Calan, B.S. ~McClain, Charlette D., B.S.
McManus, Kimberly Danielle, B.S.N. ~Middleton, Caitlin Danielle, B.S.
Moran, Darlene Nichole, B.S.
Morgan, Mayli Anna, B.S.N.
~Morris, Yalani Jasmine, B.S.
Myles, Michayla Denese, B.S.
Owens, Caroline E., B.S.
Parrino, Colin Scott, B.S.
Pea, Jakavion, B.S.N.
Phillips, Victoria Michelle, B.S.N.
Pullen, Billy Jay, B.S.
Rainey, Olivia Kate, B.S.N. Rice, Madelyn Claire, B.S.N. Rice, Shamari Niccole, B.S.
Richey, Annalee C., B.S.
Robinson, Kristopher, B.S.
Ross, Dylan Gene, B.S.
Sauseda, Hayden Cruz, B.S.
Shah, Shalini, B.S.N.
Anderson, Tishonti J., B.S. Armstrong, Emma Karine, B.S. Becnel, Nina Marie, B.S. Benoit, Rebecca Renee, B.S. Bowman, Lauren Brooke, B.S. ~Brown, Cristian Makail, B.S. Burk, Aleksander Garnier, B.S. Cooper, Joshua Allen, B.S. Costello, Rachael Grace, B.S. DeHart, Sarah Elizabeth, B.S. Dean, Colby Tyler, B.S. Dupre, Mary Katherine, B.S. Gammage, Tierney Ilene, B.S.
Garcia, Maria Fernanda, B.S. Guillory, Madison Claire, B.S. Hale, Jessica Morgan, B.S. Hicks, Delayna, B.S. Husser, Matthew Holt, B.S. Jorstad, Reagan Nicole, B.S. Joubert, Madelyn, B.S. Kelley, Kolton Glenn, B.S. Livingston, Lyric Paige, B.S. Livous, Saniya Montira, B.S. McGuire, Jacob P., B.S. ~McKenzie, Lauren, B.S. Meadors, Autumn Rayne, B.S.
Shorter, Tristan Dean, B.S.
~Simms, Staci Maria, B.S.N.
~Smith, Hunter E., B.S.
Smith, Lily Elizabeth, B.S.N.
Spivey, Savannah Drew, B.S.N.
~Staples, Lucas Cole, B.S.
~Stapleton, Hailey M., B.S.N.
Taylor, Faith Elaine, B.S.N.
Thapa Magar, Kamana, B.S.N.
Thrasher, Allison Paige, B.S.N.
Turner, Lexlee Donnae, B.S.
Vallery, Lane Allen, B.S.N.
Villarreal, Madeline Christine, B.S.N.
~Washington, Charles David, B.S.
~Weiner, Casey-Lynn, B.S.
Wells, Brady McKenzie, B.S.
Wiley, Tristan Shane, B.S.
York, Anna Claire, B.S.N.
Young, Kyron Bernard, B.S.N.
Youngman, Sophia Warren, B.S. Zinnert, Riley Shea, B.S.N.
Melancon, Anna Marie, B.S. Nguyen, Uyen Thi, B.S. Ni, Rachel, B.S. Pellegrin, Alayna Paige, B.S. Primeaux, Barbara N., B.S. Raney, Angel Lee, B.S. Rhodes, Charlie Stephen, B.S. Spears, Samaria Viviana, B.S. Vicknair, Elise Olivia, B.S. White, Nicholas Edward, B.S. Whitney, Anaya Eva, B.S. Whorton, Vacia B., B.S.
College of Arts, Education, and Sciences
Zoe Elizabeth Sissac
Amaya Nicole West
College of Business and Social Sciences
Jayden Luke Bielkiewicz
Abikrit Gautam
Biswash Nursingh Kunwar
Mallory Alexis LeBoeuf
Paxton Harper Stewart
Skylar Alyce Alexander
B.B.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Strategic Communication
Cameron Ray Barlow ~
B.S., M.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Criminal Justice
Savannah Whitehurst Blystone
B.S. East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina
Graduate Subject Area: History
Mateline L. Bratton
B.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: History
Kaleb Paul Catron
B.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: History
Robert Hanser ~
B.S., M.A., Ph.D. Sam Houston University, Huntsville, Texas
M.S., Ph.D. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
M.S.W. Jackson State University, Jackson, Mississippi
M.S. University of South Dakota, Vermillion, South Dakota
Graduate Subject Area: Marriage and Family Therapy
Cloe Lanell Morgan
B.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: English
Olive Rae Nolan
B.S. Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Gerontology
Kelsie L. Byrom ~
B.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Elementary Education (1-5)
Micah James Lawrence ~
B.B.A University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Secondary Education (6-12)
Robert M. Shuler
B.A. University of Virginia’s College at Wise, Wise, Virginia
Graduate Subject Area: History
Elizabeth Stricklen
B.A. Lindsey Wilson College, Columbia, Kentucky
Graduate Subject Area: Gerontology
Cameron Micheal Jett ~
B.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Strategic Communication
Bruce Morgan Sweatt ~
B.A. McNeese State University, Lake Charles, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: History
Vicki Lee Thomas
B.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Gerontology
Sade’ Anique Vance
B.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Strategic Communications
A’lysse Michelle Wallace
B.A. Louisiana State University, Alexandria, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: English
Shamyra C. Washington
B.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Criminal Justice
Tamara Usery ~
B.G.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Elementary Education (1-5)
Chikaodili Ifeyinwa Aleke
L.L.B Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Agbani, Enugu, Nigeria
M.A. Dallas Baptist University, Dallas, Texas
M.A University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Business Administration
Syed Ateeq ur Rehman
B.S. University of Debrecen, Debrecen, Hungary
Graduate Subject Area: Business Administration
Damilola Grace Babayemi
B.A. Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Nigeria
Graduate Subject Area: Business Administration
Juwan Hendrik Blignaut
B.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Business Administration
William Foxx Bryan
B.B.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Business Administration
Ashley Morgan Canfield
B.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Business Administration
Alexander James Crigler
B.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Business Administration
Alphousseyni Diedhiou
B.G.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Business Administration
April Babbitt ~
B.S. Nicholls State University, Thibodaux, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Curriculum & Instruction
Brittany Benoit
B.S. University of Louisiana, Lafayette, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Curriculum & Instruction
Kiley Harrell
B.S. Texas Tech University, Lubbock, Texas
Graduate Subject Area: Business Administration
Sydney Joseph
B.S. Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Business Administration
Malik Arryon McCallister
B.B.A University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Business Administration
Olivia G. McCrary ~
B.B.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Business Administration
Nasya Rashida Ramirez
B.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Business Administration
Victoria L. Rockett
B.S. Grambling State University, Grambling, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Business Administration
Grayson Surles
B.S. Louisiana Tech University, Ruston, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Business Administration
Asfand Yar
B.S. University of Debrecen, Debrecen, Hungary
Graduate Subject Area: Business Administration
Amy Christine Britt
B.S. Louisiana Tech University, Ruston, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Curriculum & Instruction
Melanie Christian Buell
B.S. Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Educational Leadership
Tracy Giannobile Brown ~
B.S SoutheasternLouisianaUniversity,Hammond,Louisiana
GraduateSubjectArea:Curriculum&Instruction
Mary Ellen Burton ~
B.A.McNeeseStateUniversity,LakeCharles,Louisiana
GraduateSubjectArea:Curriculum&Instruction
Stefanie Sasser Cortez
B.SWLouisianaCollege,Pineville,Louisiana
M.B.A.LouisianaStateUniversity,BatonRouge,Louisiana
GraduateSubjectArea:Curriculum&Instruction
Adam Franklyn Dearman
B.G.S UniversityofLouisiana,Monroe,Louisiana
GraduateSubjectArea:Curriculum&Instruction
Caroline Elisabeth Dorking ~
B.S.LouisianaStateUniversity,Shreveport,Louisiana
GraduateSubjectArea:Curriculum&Instruction
Felicia J. Dotson ~
B.S SouthernUniversity,BatonRouge,Louisiana
GraduateSubjectArea:Curriculum&Instruction
Tiffany M. Dunham
B.A.McNeeseStateUniversity,LakeCharles,Louisiana
GraduateSubjectArea:Curriculum&Instruction
Morgan Kristen Echols ~
B.S LouisianaTechUniversity,Ruston,Louisiana
GraduateSubjectArea:Curriculum&Instruction
Ramsey D. Elliott
B.A.,M.A.T.UniversityofArkansas,Monticello,Arkansas
GraduateSubjectArea:EducationalLeadership
Laura H. Gerace ~
B.S SoutheasternLouisianaUniversity,Hammond,Louisiana
GraduateSubjectArea:Curriculum&Instruction
James Hewitt Hall
B.A.,M.A.,M.ATUniversityofLouisiana,Monroe,Louisiana
GraduateSubjectArea:EducationalLeadership
Catherine Miller Hardaway
B.S.LouisianaTechUniversity,Ruston,Louisiana
GraduateSubjectArea:Curriculum&Instruction
Lauryn Michelle Jenkins ~
B.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Curriculum & Instruction
Shalicia Aria Rochon Johnson
B.S. Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Educational Leadership
Pamela Michelle Lewis ~
B.A. Arkansas Tech University, Russellville, Arkansas
Graduate Subject Area: Educational Leadership
Hydia Monaé Lyons
B.A. University of Louisiana, Lafayette, Louisiana
M.B.A. Louisiana State University, Shreveport, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Educational Leadership
Taylor Matte ~
B.S. University of Louisiana, Lafayette, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Curriculum & Instruction
Jessica Albanese Matherne
B.S. Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Educational Leadership
Caroline Hall Miller
B.S. Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Educational Leadership
Monica G. Miller
B.S. Nicholls State University, Thibodaux, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Curriculum & Instruction
Leeann Nicole Morris
B.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Curriculum & Instruction
Allie Verrette Ortego
B.B.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Curriculum & Instruction
Sydney Elizabeth Owens ~
B.S. Elementary Education (1-5)
Graduate Subject Area: Curriculum & Instruction
Lily Ellerbe Petty
B.S. Stephen F. Austin State University, Nacogdoches, Texas
Graduate Subject Area: Educational Leadership
Kristy B. Poche
B.A. Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Curriculum & Instruction
LaKeisha Qualls
B.S. Grambling State University, Grambling, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Educational Leadership
Cody Reynolds ~
B.A. Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Curriculum & Instruction
Melissa Renee’ Robinson
B.A. University of Louisiana, Lafayette, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Curriculum & Instruction
Laurel Dawn Romeo
B.S. University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
M.A. California State University, Long Beach, California
D.M. Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa
Graduate Subject Area: Educational Technology Leadership
Jessica Saiya
B.A. Bethel College, Mishawaka, Indiana
M.E.D. University of Texas, Arlington, Texas
Graduate Subject Area: Educational Leadership
Maghan Hebert Savoy
B.S. University of Louisiana, Lafayette, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Curriculum & Instruction
Jamie Nicole Schiro
B.S. Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Educational Leadership
Asia Smith
B.S. University or Louisiana, Lafayette, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Educational Technology Leadership
Brooklyn Paige Southern
B.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Educational Leadership
Jonathan Cleveland Summers
B.S. Bethune-Cookman University, Daytona Beach, Florida
Graduate Subject Area: Educational Technology Leadership
Tanner Jacob Swain
B.G.S. Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Educational Leadership
Nikki Torres
B.G.S. Southeastern, Louisiana University, Hammond, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Educational Leadership
Jordyn Alexis Vicknair
B.S. Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Curriculum & Instruction
David Michael Will
B.M.E. Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Educational Leadership
Warlana Brooke Woods
B.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Educational Leadership
Rodney John Wortmann
B.A. Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Educational Leadership
Marie S. Dunning ~
B.A. Louisiana Christian University, Pineville, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Choral
Jamie Gill ~
B.A., B.M.E. New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, New Mexico
Graduate Subject Area: Choral
Jonah Slason ~
B.M.E. University of Louisiana, Lafayette, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Choral
Tyler B. Smith ~
B.A. Louisiana Tech University, Ruston, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Instrumental
Timothy Daniel Wesson ~
B.A. Louisiana Tech University, Ruston, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Instrumental
Rebecca Lyn Autrey
B.S. Northwestern State University of Louisiana, Natchitoches, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
De’Von A. Bailey ~
B.A. Southern Nazarene University, Bethany, Oklahoma
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Avery Lauren Blackburn ~
B.S. University of Central Oklahoma, Edmond, Oklahoma
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Morgan Donelle Bone
B.S. University of Arkansas
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Madison Tucker Bracey ~
B.S. Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Sarah Ballinger Brantley ~
B.S. Mississippi State University, Mississippi State, Mississippi
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Hannah Nikole Cheatwood
B.S. Henderson State University, Arkadelphia, Arkansas
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Danielle McNeil Cookmeyer
B.I.S The University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Sophia Alexis Marie Cortez
B.S. University of New Orleans, New Orleans, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Rosalind Cox
B.S. Mississippi University for Women, Columbus, Mississippi
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Samantha Colleen Daniel ~
B.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Addisyn Faye Dartez ~
B.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Alissa Nicole T. Diaz ~
B.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Jennifer A. Doyle ~
B.S. Northeastern State University, Tahlequah, Oklahoma
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Shawnette Rayna Durall
B.S. University of Louisiana, Lafayette, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Grace Egwuonwu
B.S. Florida A& M University, Tallahassee, Florida
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Kalee Paige Fowler ~
B.S. University of Central Arkansas, Conway, Arkansas
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Maichelle White Francis
B.G.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Kortnei D. Guitierrez ~
B.S. University of Central Oklahoma, Edmond, Oklahoma
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Kalyn Marie Harris
B.S. Centenary College of Louisiana, Shreveport, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
~ Summer 2025 graduate
Breanne JoDee Konichek ~
B.A. Eastern New Mexico University, Portales, New Mexico
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Mary Grace Littlefield ~
B.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Makenzie R. Lovett ~
B.A.A.S. Southwestern Oklahoma State University, Weatherford, Oklahoma
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Stephanie Martin ~
B.A.A.S. Southwestern Oklahoma State University, Weatherford, Oklahoma
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Anquinetta Monique Mason-Baylor
B.S. Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Haylee N. Mayo
B.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Elizabeth McClung ~
B.G.S University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Richmond Hayes McGough ~
B.S. Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Kimberly Ann Murphy ~
B.A Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Michael S. Nappier ~
B.T. South Texas College, McAllen, Texas
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Andrea Leann Oesch ~
B.S. University of Arkansas, Monticello, Arkansas
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Taylor Paige Peterson ~
B.S. Boise State University, Boise, Idaho
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Hailey Brooke Philips ~
B.S. University of Alabama, Birmingham, Alabama
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Arteria LeNee Ramsey ~
B.S. University of South Alabama, Mobile, Alabama
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Anne Victoria Reso ~
B.S. University of New Orleans, New Orleans, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Kara King Roan ~
B.S. Louisiana State University, Shreveport, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Kaylee King Roberts ~
B.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Caitlyn Jordan Robison ~
B.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Elliot Tristan Rodgers ~
B.A. University of North Carolina, Wilmington, North Carolina
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Anna Grace Ryan ~
B.S. Arkansas State University, Jonesboro, Arkansas
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Tori Nicole Salvat
B.S. California State University, Fullerton, California
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Gabrielle Dominique Scioneaux ~
B.S. Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Melissa Serrano ~
B.A.A.S Eastern New Mexico University, Portales, New Mexico
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Tiffani S. Munch
B.S. University of Louisiana, Lafayette, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Brandy Dee Springer ~
B.G.S University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Stacy Lynn Stowers
B.S. Northeastern State University, Tahlequah, Oklahoma
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Rachel Young Terry ~
B.G.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Alexicia Jashon Thomas ~
B.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Cecilia D. Trouille
B.S. University of Texas at San Antonio, Texas
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Kennedy Ann Wambolt ~
B.A.A.S. Southwestern Oklahoma State University, Weatherford, Oklahoma
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
LaTia Woods ~
B.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Michelle Hong-Lan Zurita ~
B.S. University of New Orleans, New Orleans, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Occupational Therapy
Cha’Miske Attyonna Beard
B.A. University of Louisiana, Lafayette, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Public Administration
Noah Taylor Dixon ~
B.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Public Administration
Magdalena Flores
B.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Public Administration
Molli Elizabeth Fuentes
B.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Public Administration
Antonio Lamar Hearn ~
B.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Public Administration
Karmen King ~
B.A. Sam Houston State University, Huntsville, Texas
Graduate Subject Area: Public Administration
LaShonda James Reese
B.S. Columbia Southern University, Orange Beach, Alabama
Graduate Subject Area: Public Administration
Alexa Janae Denise Robinson
B.S. Grambling State University, Grambling, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Public Administration
Brandy Lemelle Route
B.S. Southern University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Public Administration
Anteenee Thomas ~
B.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe
Graduate Subject Area: Public Administration
Jimena Berenice Valle
B.S Louisiana State University, Alexandria, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Public Administration
Vincent T. White
B.G.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Public Administration
Landis M. Alexander
B.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Biology
Gabrielle L. Arant
B.S. Louisiana State University, Alexandria, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Psychology
Anthony Chinedu Agu ~
B.S. University of Nigeria, Enugu, Nigeria
Graduate Subject Area: Biology
TiRayous R. Blackson
B.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Exercise Science
Rachel Michelle Bonner
B.A., M.A., University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Psychology
Kayla Rose Breunig
B.S. University of Dubuque, Dubuque, Iowa
Graduate Subject Area: Biology
April Vontrece Butler ~
B.A. The University of Texas at Dallas, Richardson, Texas
M.E.D. University of Texas, Arlington, Texas
Graduate Subject Area: Counseling
Larrione Armani Clausell ~
B.S. Xavier University, New Orleans, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Psychology
Amiya Danielle Dawson
B.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Exercise Science
Tamara Grace Daigs ~
B.S. Nicholls State University, Thibodaux, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Counseling
Ileana Ivette Delagarza
B.S. University of Maryland - Global Campus, Adelphi, Maryland
Graduate Subject Area: Counseling
D’Andria Monique Douglas
B.S. Northwestern State University of Louisiana, Natchitoches, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Psychology
Ty Edward Dycus
B.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Exercise Science
Jyren Jazz Ester
B.B.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Exercise Science
Ainsley Garner
B.S. Texas Woman’s University, Denton, Texas
Graduate Subject Area: Psychology
Hailey Ruth Graves
B.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Psychology
Markeegan Gray
B.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Exercise Science
Shireen Haghighi ~
B.G.S. Louisiana State University, Alexandria, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Psychology
Wendy Marie Harper
B.S., M.P.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Psychology
Destiny Monee Hughes
B.S. University of Central Arkansas, Conway, Arkansas
Graduate Subject Area: Psychology
Kledisa Ismaili
B.A. University of Washington, Seattle, Washington
Graduate Subject Area: Psychology
Shelton Donterius James
B.S. Mississippi State University, Mississippi State, Mississippi
Graduate Subject Area: Psychology
Reva Keller
B.S. Nicholls State University, Thibodaux, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Psychology
Styliani Konstantinidou
B.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Exercise Science
Mickaela Belen Leal
B.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Exercise Science
Joshua David Lindsay
B.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Psychology
Stephanie Lynn Lucero
B.A.A.S Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, Arizona
M.S., Minot State University, Minot, North Dakota
J.D. Hamline University, St. Paul, Minnesota
Graduate Subject Area: Psychology
Katlyn Alice Manuel
B.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Psychology
Desirae N. Mead ~
B.A. Grambling State University, Grambling, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Psychology
LaTonya Alford Martin
B.S. Northwestern State University of Louisiana, Natchitoches, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Psychology
Kelsey Massey
B.A. Birmingham-Southern College, Birmingham, Alabama
Graduate Subject Area: Counseling
Layni Olivia McCaleb
B.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Psychology
Morgan McCall Molthrop ~
B.S. Clemson University, Clemson, South Carolina
J.D. New York Law School, New York, New York
Graduate Subject Area: Counseling
Ethan Samuel Overton
B.S. Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida
Graduate Subject Area: Psychology
Alyssa Nichole Parker
B.S. Northwestern State University of Louisiana, Natchitoches, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Psychology
David Austin Pasche
B.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Psychology
Taylor M. Paul
B.A. Arkansas State University, Jonesboro, Arkansas
Graduate Subject Area: Psychology
Jordan Pavlisin ~
B.A. Chapman University, Orange, California
Graduate Subject Area: Exercise Science
David Dwight Ramsey
B.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Biology
Ryan C. Reed
B.S. University of Central Missouri, Warrensburg, Missouri
M.A. Calvary University, Kansas City, Missouri
Graduate Subject Area: Psychology
Abbygail Paige Rice
B.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Biology
Samantha Marie Roberts
B.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Psychology
Cynnamon Mi’Cheal Kyles Rogers
B.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Psychology
Trinity Bianca Samuel
B.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Exercise Science
Beyonica Smith
B.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Exercise Science ~ Summer 2025 graduate
Cody James Smith
B.S. University of Louisiana, Lafayette, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Psychology
Rachel Eichmann Smith
B.S. Northwestern State University, Natchitoches, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Psychology
A’Kiryn Todd Stewart
B.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Biology
Shamyia Deshay Sweet
B.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Exercise Science
Felise Charma Thompson-Doyle
B.S. Southern University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
M.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Counseling
Joshua Trant ~
B.A. Houghton College, Houghton, New York
M.D.V. St. Vladimir’s Orthodox Theological Seminary, Yonkers, New York
Graduate Subject Area: Counseling
Briana Joneé Turner
B.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Psychology
Danielle Paige Tyrney
B.S. Northwestern State University, Natchitoches, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Psychology
Keith Bernard Warren ~
B.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Exercise Science
Collin Eugene Welch
B.S. Northwest Missouri State University, Maryville, Missouri
Graduate Subject Area: Biology
Samuel Clayton Whittington ~
B.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Exercise Science
Timila Williams
B.A. Clark Atlanta University, Atlanta, Georgia
Graduate Subject Area: Counseling
Lorelei Dawn Worley
B.S. Louisiana Tech University, Ruston, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Biology
Smitha G. Adarsh
B.S.N. University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington, Texas
Graduate Subject Area: Nursing
Michael Christopher Ashleman
B.A. University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Nevada
M.S. Peru State College, Peru, Nebraska
Graduate Subject Area: Curriculum & Instruction
Dissertation: “Flipped Adapted Scripting Technique: Exploring Teacher Stress and Instructional Adaptations in Secondary Education”
Major Professor: Dr. Gregory Koers
Avery Kathleen Connolly
B.S. Missouri State University, Springfield, Missouri
M.S. Arkansas State University, Jonesboro, Arkansas
Graduate Subject Area: Curriculum & Instruction
Capstone: “The Effect of Academic Vocabulary and Morphology on Comprehension: A Capstone Project Designed to Increase the Understanding of Social Studies Content”
Major Professor: Dr. Shalanda Stanley
Emily Jane Madison Head Emfinger
B.S. Louisiana Tech University, Ruston, Louisiana
M.E.D University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Curriculum & Instruction
Capstone: “A Case Study: The Effect of American Sign Language on Communication Skills of Early Childhood Special Education Students with Significant Expressive and Receptive Communication Delays”
Major Professor: Dr. Gregory Koers
Laura Lynne Franceschi
B.A. Stockton University, Galloway, New Jersey
M.S. Hunter College-The City University of New York, New York, New York
M.S. College of Saint Rose, Albany, New York
Graduate Subject Area: Curriculum & Instruction
Dissertation: “Teacher Preparedness for Integration of Generative Artificial Intelligence in High School Classrooms”
Major Professor: Dr. Jenny Quintana Cifuentes
Kimberly Garcia
B.A University of California, Los Angeles, California
M.A. California State University, Northridge, California
Graduate Subject Area: Curriculum & Instruction
Dissertation: “Empowering New Teachers: Using the PLC+ Framework and SIOP Model to Improve ELL Instructional Practices”
Major Professor: Dr. Sandra Watson
Ashlee Anette Gardner ~
B.A. The University of Texas at Tyler, Tyler, Texas
M.S. University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington, Texas
Graduate Subject Area: Curriculum & Instruction
Dissertation: “Current Approaches to Adapting School-Based Nutrition and Physical Activity Programs”
Major Professor: Dr. Amy Weems
Natalye Joann Harpin
B.A., M.A. University of California, San Diego, California
Graduate Subject Area: Curriculum & Instruction
Dissertation: “Preparing for Success: Dual Enrollment Classes at California Community Colleges”
Major Professor: Dr. Ashley Schulte
Fang-Yi Liao
B.A. Wenzao Ursuline University of Languages, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
M.A. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Curriculum & Instruction
Dissertation: “Discovering the Lived Experiences of International Faculty in Culturally Responsive Teaching Practices in the U.S. Higher Education Classroom”
Major Professor: Dr. Myra Lovett
Sherry Meeks ~
B.B.A Georgia College & State University, Milledgeville, Georgia
M.F.A. Southern New Hampshire University, Manchester, New Hampshire
Graduate Subject Area: Curriculum & Instruction
Dissertation: “The Big Five Personality Traits and Cyberloafing Tendencies of Higher Education Students in Online Asynchronous Classes”
Major Professor: Dr. Kioh Kim
Mary Margaret Napoli
B.A. Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
M.A. University of New Orleans, New Orleans, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Curriculum & Instruction
Dissertation: “Influences on Advances Placement Enrollment Trends at a Louisiana Public High School: A Case Study”
Major Professor: Dr. Amy Weems
Elizabeth Ward Oakes
B.A. University of Mississippi, University, Mississippi
M.A.T. Christian Brothers University, Memphis, Tennessee
Graduate Subject Area: Curriculum & Instruction
Capstone: “Project-based Learning: Collaboration and Motivation for Elementary Math Students”
Major Professor: Dr. Stacie Austin
Martha C. Simmons
B.A. University of Mississippi, University, Mississippi
M.L.I.S University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg, Mississippi
E.D.S. Delta State University, Cleveland, Mississippi
Graduate Subject Area: Curriculum & Instruction
Dissertation: “Incorporating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in English Language Arts Novel Studies”
Major Professor: Dr. Shalanda Stanley
Alvetta Lenoir Smith
B.S., M.O.T. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Curriculum & Instruction
Dissertation: “Exploring the Transition Needs of First Year Students Enrolled in a Post-Secondary Transition Program for Students with Intellectual Disabilities in the State of Louisiana”
Major Professor: Dr. Sandra Watson
Timothy Ferrall Swagerty
B.F.A., M.A. Midwestern State University, Wichita Falls, Texas
M.E.D. Wayland Baptist University, Plainview, Texas
Graduate Subject Area: Curriculum & Instruction
Dissertation: “The Impact of Culturally Relevant Native Representation in School Curricula: A Critical Analysis of Culturally Supportive, Grade-Level Specific Literature”
Major Professor: Dr. Shalanda Stanley
Carrie Chicola Varino
B.A. University of Louisiana, Lafayette, Louisiana
M.E.D. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Curriculum & Instruction
Dissertation: “Louisiana Classroom Teachers’ Perceptions of Their Role in The Cradle-To-Prison Pipeline: A Mixed Methods Study”
Major Professor: Dr. Amy Weems
Alexa Beth Wardlaw
B.A. Louisiana College, Pineville, Louisiana
M.A. Louisiana Tech University, Ruston, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Curriculum & Instruction
Capstone: “Drafting Integrity: Teaching Ethical Usage of Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Undergraduate English Coursework”
Major Professor: Dr. Jason Mixon
John Zahler
B.S., M.S. Ohio University, Athens, Ohio
M.A. University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, Colorado
Graduate Subject Area: Curriculum & Instruction
Capstone: “Frequency of Student Feedback Engagement as a Predictor of Final Course Grades in a Concurrent Enrollment College Algebra Class”
Major Professor: Dr. Kioh Kim
Heidi Brescher
B.A. The John Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland
M.S.W. Western New Mexico University, Silver City, New Mexico
M.S. University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Graduate Subject Area: Marriage & Family Therapy
Dissertation: “A Phenomenological Exploration of the Recovery Experience Among Medication Assisted Treatment Clients”
Major Professor Dr. Jana Sutton
Dalal Rashid Dawud ~
B.P. Middle East University, Amman, Jordan
Graduate Subject Area: Pharmacy
Dissertation: “Novel Strategies to Enhance Androgen Receptor- Modulating Therapies for the Control of Metastatic CastrationResistant Prostate Cancer”
Major Professor: Dr. Khalid El Sayed
John Samuel Hawkins
B.A., M.A., University of Alabama, Huntsville, Alabama
M.A. Southwestern College, Winfield, Kansas
M.S. University of Louisiana, Monroe, Louisiana
Graduate Subject Area: Marriage and Family Therapy
Dissertation: “Worldview Transformation and Interpersonal Factors: Relationship Influences and Effects.”
Major Professor: Dr. Benjamin J. Evans
Sushma Katakam
B.P. Kakatiya University, Telangana, India
Graduate Subject Area: Pharmacy
Dissertation: “Sex-and Region-Specific Regulation of VMN Glucose Counterregulation by Astrocyte Glucose-6Phosphatase-Beta”
Major Professor: Dr. Karen Briski
Jason Timothy Martin ~
B.A. Westfield State College, Westfield, Massachusetts
M.A. Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Graduate Subject Area: Marriage & Family Therapy
Dissertation: “Listen to The Leaves: A Phenomenological Exploration of The Ecotherapeutic Perspective”
Major Professor: Dr. Benjamin Evans
Md Saqline Mostaq
B.P. University of Asia Pacific, Dhaka, Bangladesh
M.S. Université Grenoble Alpes, France
Graduate Subject Area: Pharmacy
Dissertation “Targeting Glucosylceramide Synthase Reverses Drug Resistance and Decreases Cancer Stem Cells in p53Mutant Malignancies”
Major Professor: Dr. Yong-Yu Liu
Archana Shrestha ~
B.P. Tribhuvan University, Kirtipur, Nepal
Graduate Subject Area: Pharmacy
Dissertation: “Micrornas in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer and Their Implications on Tumor Progression, Chemotherapeutic Resistance and Delivery Approach”
Major Professor: Dr. Georgios Matthaiolampakis
DISTINGUISHED GRADUATES
Summer - Fall 2025
(3.900 to 4.000)
Bielkiewicz, Jayden Luke
Christensen, Rachael
Commaret, Leane
Crain, Morgan Nicole
Dang, Dana Dung
Deal, Sydni Zeigler
Desidere, Grady Tate
Fitzgerald, Leah C.
Ford, Robyn Marie
Gammage, Tierney Ilene *
Gautam, Abikrit
Gomez Andrade, Marisol
(3.750 to 3.899)
Baniya, Satish
Benoit, Rebecca Renee
Bowman, Lauren Brooke
Felter, Kade David
Hanemann, Emma Claire
Havens, Soren Michele
Judd, Emily Dawn
Kunwar, Biswash Nursingh
Landry, Katelyn
Melancon, Anna Marie
Moore, Kamden Ty’Jalon
Morris, Melanna Jo
3.749)
Alexander, Genevieve Faith
Anderson, Tishonti J.
Beaza-Diaz, Laci
Belgard, Bailey Elizabeth
Boudloche, Ashlyn Noel
Cader, Jon Michael
Cookson, Caden Michael
Cooper, Joshua Allen
Dean, Colby Tyler
DeHart, Sarah Elizabeth
Doucet, Charlotte Elise
~Dowden, Savannah Alexandra
Dupre, Mary Katherine
~Everett, Madelyn Elise
Faulk, Katelynn Danielle
Faulkinberry, Ava Grace
Franco Fernandes Carneiro,
Giulia
Gambina, Marie
~Gay, Madison Rose
George, Daulton Tyler
Graham, Abigail Nicole
~Greenway, Garry Brandon II
Gregory, Clara LeighAnn
Hamilton, Machaela Caskey
Harrison, Emma Grace
Hebert, Abigail Elizabeth
Hicks, Delayna
Jorstad, Reagan Nicole
Kennedy, Madison Ma’Kyra
Hughes,Chloe LeAnn Powell *
LeBoeuf, Mallory Alexis *
Mayer, Sara
Musso, Hayden Michael *
Ranel, Darah Marie
Rhodes, Charlie Stephen
Shrestha, Anukshya *
Sissac, Zoe Elizabeth *
Vogt, Malinn Danielle
Waguespack,Victoria Michele
~Walker, Isaiah Dhani *
Pace, Annah B.
Ramos, Destiny Faith
Rawls, Ruby Danielle
Richardson, Allyson Anne
Stewart, Paxton Harper
Strickland, Karmen Alexis
Stringer, Chasity Lynn
Thornton, Ava Lane
Winslow, Tyreek Kevon
King, Lilly Kate
~Larson, Maxwell C.
Lawrence, Paige Ariana
Leporati, Sadie Lanee
Lively, Daniel Kade
McDonald, Emily Grace
McGuire, Jacob P.
Miller, Galen Brian
Minter, Deborah Leighann
Moore, Hailey Elizabeth
Nevels, Emily Elisabeth
~Pace, Zoie Phoenix
Ross, Dylan Gene
Ross, Marcus
Self, Stacy Sanders
Valentine, Elizabeth Grace
VanMeter, Abigail Marie
Villarreal, Madeline Christine
Waggoner, Aydan Manning
Walker, Kali Griffin
Wells, Brady McKenzie
West, Amaya Nicole
White, Nicholas Edward
Wiggins, Katelyn Claire
Yarbrough, Alisha Donese
Youngman, Sophia Warren
Zaunbrecher, Anya Kaye
There are few earthly things more beautiful than a university.
It is a place where those who hate ignorance may strive to know, Where those who perceive truth may strive to make others see; Where seekers and learners alike banded together in the search of knowledge,
Will honor thought in all its finer ways,
Will welcome thinkers in distress or in exile,
Will uphold ever the dignity of thought and learning
And will exact standards in these things.
— John Masefield