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COMMENCEMENTMAY 21, 2021

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Hail to Thee, Our Alma MaterWords by E. Turner Stump | Music by Dwight Steere

From the beauty land Ohio comes a universal praise,

’Tis the song of Alma Mater that her sons and daughters raise,

’Tis a Hail to Kent forever,

on the Cuyahoga shore,

Now we join the loving thousands as they sing it o’er and o’er.

Hail to Thee, our Alma Mater

O, how beautiful thou art,

High enthroned upon the hilltop,

Reigning over ev-ry heart.

Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine

Commencement

May 21, 2021

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The Strategic Vision of Kent State University

Vision

To be a community of change agents whose collective commitment to learning sparks epic thinking, meaningful voice and invaluable outcomes to better our society.

Mission

We transform lives and communities through the power of discovery, learning and creative expression in an inclusive environment.

Core Values

We value: • A distinctive blend of teaching, research and creative excellence.• Active inquiry and discovery that expand knowledge and human understanding.• Life-changing educational experiences for students with wide-ranging talents and aspirations.• A living-learning environment that creates a genuine sense of place.• Engagement that inspires positive change.• Diversity of culture, beliefs, identity and thought.• Freedom of expression and the free exchange of ideas.• A collaborative community.• Respect, kindness and purpose in all that we do.

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Board of TrusteesVirginia C. Addicott, ’85, ’95

Pamela E. Bobst, ’85 Robert S. Frost

Jasmine Hoff, ’16, ’17, ’19, Graduate Student TrusteeRobin M. Kilbride

Dylan Mace, Undergraduate Student Trustee

Donald L. MasonStephen A. Perry

Shawn M. Riley, ’83Catherine L. Ross, Ph.D., ’71, National Trustee

Ann Womer Benjamin

Senior Vice President and Provost Melody J. Tankersley

College of Aeronautics and EngineeringChristina L. Bloebaum, Dean

College of Applied and Technical StudiesPeggy Shadduck, Dean

College of Architecture and Environmental DesignMark Mistur, Dean

College of the ArtsJohn R. Crawford-Spinelli, Dean

College of Arts and Sciences Mandy Munro-Stasiuk, Interim Dean

College of Business AdministrationDeborah F. Spake, Dean

College of Communication and InformationAmy L. Reynolds, Dean

College of Education, Health and Human ServicesJames C. Hannon, Dean

College of NursingDenice Sheehan, Interim Dean

College of Podiatric MedicineAllan M. Boike, DeanCollege of Public Health

Sonia A. Alemagno, DeanGraduate Studies

Manfred van Dulmen, DeanHonors College

Alison J. Smith, DeanUniversity College

Eboni J. Pringle, DeanUniversity Libraries

Kenneth Burhanna, Dean

Academic Organization

Executive Officers of the University

Melody J. Tankersley Senior Vice President and Provost

Mark M. PolatajkoSenior Vice President for Finance and Administration

Paul E. DiCorletoVice President for Research and Sponsored Programs

Amoaba Gooden Vice President for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Lamar R. Hylton Vice President for Student Affairs

Rebecca Murphy Interim Vice President for University Relations

Mary G. ParkerVice President for Enrollment Management

John M. Rathje Vice President for Information Technology

and Chief Information OfficerCharlene K. Reed

Vice President and University SecretaryPeggy Shadduck

Vice President for Regional CampusesValoree Vargo

Interim Vice President for Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement Willis Walker Vice President for General Counsel

Nicholas M. Gattozzi IIIExecutive Director for Government and Community Relations

Randale L. Richmond Director of Athletics

Todd A. DiaconPresident

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A Message From the President

Congratulations to the Kent State University Class of 2021. You did it!

You overcame the obstacles of the pandemic. You did not quit. You persevered, you took care of your responsibilities during these, the most trying of times, and you graduated.

Many things about your Kent State experience you will remember, and many you will forget as you make your way through subsequent years and decades. For my part, I have one request – just one ASK of each and every one of you: Remember that FLASHES TAKE CARE OF FLASHES.

Taking care of each other. That’s how you made it to this memorable moment. Taking care of each other, that is how all of us survived the pandemic. Take care of each other – it’s a Flashes thing to do.

Congratulations again on this important accomplishment. Please know that the entire campus community is proud of you and continues to cheer for you on your journey beyond Kent State.

Be sure to celebrate sufficiently and be sure to celebrate responsibly.

You earned it.

Flashes Forever!

Sincerely,

Todd A. Diacon, Ph.D. President

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Table of Contents Page

The Strategic Vision of Kent State University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii

Board of Trustees, Executive Officers and Academic Organization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii

A Message From the President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv

Order of Exercises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Graduation With Honors Honoraries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Class Officers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Academic Awards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Doctoral Candidates College of Podiatric Medicine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Summary of Candidates for Degrees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Podiatric Physician’s Oath . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Academic Attire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 The Mace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 The Gonfalons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 The President’s Medallion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 About Kent State University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Kent State Alumni . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Faculty 2020-2021 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

In Memoriam. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

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Order of Exercises

College of Podiatric MedicineDegree Ceremony

Kent State Student GreenFriday, May 21, 2021

1 p.m.

Call to OrderScott A. Spencer, D.P.M.

Announcer

National AnthemAnna Hylton

School of MusicAccompanied by:

Alexandre Marr

Opening RemarksAllan M. Boike, D.P.M.

Dean, College of Podiatric Medicine

President’s RemarksTodd A. Diacon, Ph.D.

President

Conferral of DegreesAllan M. Boike, D.P.M.

Dean, College of Podiatric Medicine

Degrees Conferred by:Todd A. Diacon, Ph.D.

President

Presentation of Degree CandidatesAnnounced by:

Scott A. Spencer, D.P.M.

Music by:Hugh A. Glauser School of Music String Quartet

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Podiatric Physician’s OathAllan M. Boike, D.P.M.

Dean, College of Podiatric Medicine

Closing RemarksTodd A. Diacon, Ph.D.

President

Alma MaterAnna Hylton

School of MusicAccompanied by:

Alexandre Marr

RecessionalHighland Cathedral

Ulrich Roever and Michael Korb, ComposersScott A. Spencer, D.P.M., Bagpipes

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Honoraries

Pi DeltaNational Podiatric Honor SocietyDuane J. Ehredt Jr., D.P.M., Advisor

The society is the promotion of high scholarship, scientific and fraternal spirit, and the proper recognition of the high scholastic achievement in the podiatric sciences.

Membership degree candidates include:

Class OfficersCollege of Podiatric Medicine

Class of 2021

Membership degree candidates include:

Eric C. Beaujon

Thomas George Jr.

Aaren HarringtonZachary Paul Hill

Trenton Jared LeoNathan Porter LeSueurDeana L. Lewis

Orlando Joshua MartinezEmily Rose MerrimanKristina Lynn Minniti

Maitri Kanubhai Patel Karlos Pena

Brennan K. ReardonAndrew J. Regal

Sukhbir Kaur SandharTaylor Nicole SaucierChristopher M. SmithNatalie Ann Spicer

Bradley Madison WiemkenChase N. Witter

Jordan LeeAnn Young

Michael Ryan SweeneyPresident

Nathan Porter LeSueurVice President

Daniel Joseph McManus Treasurer

Jian ZengSecretary

Jesse Robert MillerClinical Affairs

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Academic Awards Class of 2021

First in the Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Orlando Joshua Martinez

Second in the Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Taylor Nicole Saucier

Clinical Podiatry Award . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jordan LeeAnn Young

Diabetic Lower Extremity Care Award . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Brennan K. Reardon

Dr. Allan M. Spencer Orthotics/Biomechanics Award . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Elvis Tako

Dr. Karen Ondrick Biomedical Excellence Award . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Orlando Joshua Martinez

Dr. William F. Munsey Leadership Award . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Preston Carr

Graduate Merit Award . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Sarah Emily Chmielewski

James A. Conforti, D.P.M., Community Relations Award . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rachel Marie Height-Kaplan

Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine Research Award. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Steven Chambers

Professional Ethics Award . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nathan Leonard Moore

Service to the College Award . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trenton Jared Leo

Surgical Skills Award . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Morgan MacLean

The Ilya Bratslavsky Student Doctor Award . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Thomas George Jr.

The Rajan Laddu Student Doctor Award . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Michael Ryan Sweeney

The Sean Glennon Student Doctor Award . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Amy Jo Marcano-Reik

Timothy Holbrook Memorial Award for Excellence in Orthopedics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Amy Jo Marcano-Reik

Thomas V. Melillo, D.P.M., Memorial Award . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Taylor Nicole Saucier

William F. Todd, D.P.M., Award for Excellence in General Medicine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Orlando Joshua Martinez

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College of Podiatric MedicineAllan M. Boike, D.P.M., Dean

Doctor of Podiatric Medicine

Aaron AbrahamResidency: Inspira Medical Center VinelandVineland, New Jersey

Abena Framso AgyepongResidency: East Liverpool City HospitalEast Liverpool, Ohio

Asad AkbarResidency: Saint Francis Hospital and Medical CenterHartford, Connecticut

Riasat AliResidency: Inspira Medical Center VinelandVineland, New Jersey

Hassan I. AlkhalilResidency: Ascension Providence Hospital Southfield CampusSouthfield, Michigan

Fahad AslamResidency: Chestnut Hill Hospital Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Nicole BaxterResidency: Emory Decatur Hospital Decatur, Georgia

Hussein C. BazziResidency: Ascension Genesys Hospital Grand Blanc, Michigan

Eric C. BeaujonResidency: Mercy Health Regional Medical CenterLorain, Ohio

Carl Saaler BraunschweigerResidency: TriHealth-Bethesda North Hospital Cincinnati, Ohio

Joshua Blake BurchellResidency: LECOM Health/Millcreek Community HospitalErie, Pennsylvania

Shannon McAvoy CarmignaniResidency: University Hospitals Regional Hospitals-Richmond Medical Center-Kent StateRichmond Heights, Ohio

Preston CarrResidency: Inova Fairfax Medical CampusFalls Church, Virginia

Steven ChambersResidency: University of Cincinnati Medical Center/ College of Medicine Cincinnati, Ohio

David Raj Chandra Residency: Christus Saint Patrick HospitalLake Charles, Louisiana

Sarah Emily ChmielewskiResidency: Detroit Medical CenterDetroit, Michigan

Zachary A. ColemanResidency: University of Cincinnati Medical Center/College of MedicineCincinnati, Ohio

Richard M. CukeljResidency: University Hospitals Regional Hospitals-Richmond Medical Center-Kent StateRichmond Heights, Ohio

Zienab DabajaResidency: Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital Wyandotte, Michigan

Brenden Earl DavisResidency: Reading Hospital West Reading, Pennsylvania

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Anna DoanResidency: East Liverpool City HospitalEast Liverpool, Ohio

Wei DongResidency: New York- Presbyterian/QueensFlushing, New York

Emily Ann EdwardsResidency: Mercy Health-St. Rita’s Medical CenterLima, Ohio

Silas FiefhausResidency: DVA-James H. Quillen Veterans Affairs Medical CenterMountain Home, Tennessee

Thomas George Jr.Residency: John Peter Smith HospitalFort Worth, Texas

Benjamin HabererResidency: DVA-Dayton VA Medical CenterDayton, Ohio

Curtis Dale HamiltonResidency: Surgical Hospital of Oklahoma, LCC and Cleveland ClinicOklahoma City, Oklahoma

Colton Kirk HansenResidency: DVA-Orlando VA Medical CenterOrlando, Florida

Aaren HarringtonResidency: Rochester General Hospital Rochester, New York

Rachel Marie Height-KaplanResidency: Ascension Providence Hospital Southfield CampusSouthfield, Michigan

Trevor HerakResidency: St. Vincent Charity Medical CenterCleveland, Ohio

Zachary Paul HillResidency: Grant Medical CenterColumbus, Ohio

Amer HittoResidency: Cape Fear Valley HealthFayetteville, North Carolina

Shane P. JonesResidency: Mercy Health Regional Medical CenterLorain, Ohio

Peter Karl KempResidency: United Health Services Hospitals Inc.Johnson City, New York

Faten Khawaja Residency: Larkin Community HospitalSouth Miami, Florida

Joon Hyung KimResidency: Mount Sinai Medical CenterMiami Beach, Florida

Archana KrishnanResidency: LECOM Health/Millcreek Community HospitalErie, Pennsylvania

Angela Catherine KrupkaResidency: Catholic Health System-Sisters of Charity HospitalBuffalo, New York Tyler Daniel KubinaResidency: Program withheld by request

Minh Son LeResidency: The Christ HospitalCincinnati, Ohio

Hojin LeeResidency: United Health Services Hospitals Inc.Johnson City, New York

Trenton Jared LeoResidency: Eastern Virginia Medical SchoolVirginia Beach, Virginia

Nathan Porter LeSueurResidency: Intermountain Medical CenterMurray, Utah

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Deana L. LewisResidency: The Ohio State University Wexner Medical CenterColumbus, Ohio

Morgan MacLean Residency: Mercy Health Regional Medical CenterLorain, Ohio

Samuel MakanjuolaResidency: University Hospitals Regional Hospitals-Richmond Medical Center-Kent StateRichmond Heights, Ohio Amy Jo Marcano-Reik Residency: University Hospitals Regional Hospitals-Richmond Medical Center-Kent StateRichmond Heights, Ohio Orlando Joshua MartinezResidency: John Peter Smith Hospital Fort Worth, Texas

Jordan Lee Martonik Residency: Aultman Alliance CommunityAlliance, Ohio

Hannah Green MayoResidency: DVA-Eastern Colorado Health Care SystemAurora, Colorado

Cameron Lee McMahen Residency: The Ohio State University Wexner Medical CenterColumbus, Ohio

Daniel Joseph McManusResidency: New York-Presbyterian/ Brooklyn Methodist HospitalBrooklyn, New York

Venkatramesh Reddy MedapatiResidency: Long Island Jewish Forest Hills at Northwell HealthForest Hills, New York

Emily Rose MerrimanResidency: Heritage Valley BeaverBeaver, Pennsylvania

Jesse Robert MillerResidency: Beaumont Hospital-Farmington HillsFarmington Hills, Michigan

Caitlyn Jessica MinihaneResidency: Long Island Jewish Forest Hills at Northwell HealthForest Hills, New York

Kristina Lynn Minniti Residency: University Hospitals Regional Hospitals-Richmond Medical Center-Kent StateRichmond Heights, Ohio

Gabriel James MitchellResidency: Southwest General Health CenterMiddleburg Heights, Ohio

Nathan Leonard MooreResidency: East Liverpool City HospitalEast Liverpool, Ohio

Elizabeth Anne MorrisonResidency: Roger Williams Medical CenterProvidence, Rhode Island

Trevor NorrisResidency: Mercy Health Regional Medical CenterLorain, Ohio

Vincent OliverioResidency: Aultman Alliance CommunityAlliance, Ohio

Richard Young ParkResidency: University Hospitals Regional Hospitals-Richmond Medical Center-Kent StateRichmond Heights, Ohio

Deven Bipin PatelResidency: The Jewish Hospital-Mercy HealthCincinnati, Ohio

Maitri Kanubhai PatelResidency: Mercy Health Regional Medical CenterLorain, Ohio

Parimal B. PatelResidency: Ascension Macomb Oakland HospitalWarren, Michigan

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Karlos PenaResidency: Hoboken University Medical CenterHoboken, New Jersey

Matthew PeterResidency: Cambridge Health AllianceCambridge, Massachusetts

Victor Joseph PutzResidency: McLaren OaklandPontiac, Michigan

Brennan K. ReardonResidency: Wake Forest Baptist HealthWinston-Salem, North Carolina

Andrew J. RegalResidency: Ascension SE Wisconsin HospitalMilwaukee, Wisconsin

Gregory Paul Ritchey Residency: Yale-New Haven HospitalNew Haven, Connecticut

Michael Gerard RoseResidency: Program withheld by request

James C. RousherResidency: East Liverpool City HospitalEast Liverpool, Ohio

Sukhbir Kaur SandharResidency: Swedish Medical Center-Cherry Hill CampusSeattle, Washington

Taylor Nicole SaucierResidency: HCA Houston Healthcare WestHouston, Texas

Jake Lester SemonResidency: MetroWest Medical CenterFramingham, Massachusetts

Anas Siddiqi Residency: Beaumont Health-WayneWayne, Michigan

Christopher M. SmithResidency: Hunt Regional Medical CenterGreenville, Texas

Natalie Ann SpicerResidency: Mercy Health Regional Medical CenterLorain, Ohio

Raniea SuliemanResidency: Program withheld by request

Michael Ryan SweeneyResidency: University of LouisvilleLouisville, Kentucky

Elvis TakoResidency: Mercy Health Regional Medical CenterLorain, Ohio

Peter Joseph TalisseResidency: Emory Decatur HospitalDecatur, Georgia

Nathan Carman Tirabassi Residency: Rochester General HospitalRochester, New York

Caroline Virginia WhitakerResidency: Saint Francis Hospital and Medical CenterHartford, Connecticut

Bradley Madison WiemkenResidency: Mercy Health Regional Medical CenterLorain, Ohio

Chase N. WitterResidency: St. Vincent EvansvilleEvansville, Indiana

Jordan LeeAnn YoungResidency: Detroit Medical CenterDetroit, Michigan

Jian ZengResidency: Mercy Health-St. Vincent Medical CenterToledo, Ohio

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Summary of Candidates for DegreesKent State University

Spring 2021

ASSOCIATE DEGREESAssociate of Applied Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53Associate of Applied Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .299Associate of Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .203Associate of Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .245Associate of Technical Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

BACHELOR DEGREESBachelor of Applied Horticulture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0

Bachelor of Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .764 Bachelor of Business Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 491

Bachelor of Fine Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Bachelor of Integrative Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Bachelor of Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Bachelor of Radiology and Imaging Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Bachelor of Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,114 Bachelor of Science in Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Bachelor of Science in Nursing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306

Bachelor of Science in Public Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

Bachelor of Technical and Applied Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

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GRADUATE DEGREESDoctor of Audiology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Doctor of Nursing Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Doctor of Philosophy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Doctor of Podiatric Medicine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Educational Specialist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Master of Architecture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Master of Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104 Master of Arts in Economics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Master of Arts in Teaching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Master of Business Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Master of Digital Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Master of Education. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157

Master of Engineering Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Master of Fashion Industry Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Master of Fine Arts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Master of Geographic Information Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Master of Health Care Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Master of Landscape Architecture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Master of Liberal Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Master of Library and Information Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84

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Master of Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Master of Public Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Master of Public Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Master of Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Master of Science in Accounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Master of Science in Nursing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153

Master of Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Master of Urban Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

SUMMARYAssociate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8o7Bachelor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3,204Master . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .863Educational Specialist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Doctorate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5,037

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Podiatric Physician’s Oath

I do solemnly swear, on my honor, to those whohave taught me, and by all things that I hold sacred, that as a practitioner

of Podiatric Medicine, I shall abide bythe following precepts:

I shall, above all, hold paramount the welfare of my patient, regardless of fee or favor, and I shall neither prescribe nor give any

treatment or drug which will be detrimental to his well-being.

I shall endeavor to uphold the dignity of the professional way of life, the aims of which are to render public service.

I shall cherish those who have taught me, holding high their principles and precepts, and I pledge that I shall do everything that

I am able to do to promote and to protect the profession of Podiatric Medicine and to aid my fellow practitioners.

In swearing to this oath, I hereby dedicate myself in service to the health of humanity, and I hold as my goal the relief of pain

and suffering. If I keep this oath, may I receive guidance in the practice of my art, and may I enjoy my life

in the respect of all individuals.

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Identification of the hood and robe as academic apparel is believed to have originated at the English universities of Oxford and Cambridge during the 12th and 13th centuries. The hoods are a carry-over from the times when monks, who operated those universities, wore them to protect their shaved heads in winter. The robe is an adaptation of the shoulder cape also worn by those same monks while collecting alms.

Use of the academic robe came to the United States in 1754, with the founding of what is now Columbia University. In 1895, a commission of university officials adopted a universal code

of design and color for the academic garb. This code has undergone several revisions in subsequent years, with most recent modifications accepted in 1960.

Styling of the robes varies for the bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees. The width of sleeve borders and length of the hood increase with each advanced degree.

In the hoods, the color of the velvet border indicates the type of degree held, while the lining designates the official colors of the institution granting it.

Academic Attire

A distinguishing color table for academic attire:

College of Aeronautics and Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Orange

College of Applied and Technical StudiesAgribusiness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MaizeAssociate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BlackEngineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .OrangeHorticulture, Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Golden YellowMusic Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PinkRadiology. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MaroonTechnical and Applied Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Drab

College of Architecture and Environmental Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Blue Violet

College of the ArtsArts, Fine Arts, Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BrownMusic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pink

College of Arts and SciencesArts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .WhiteFine Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BrownScience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Golden YellowPublic Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Peacock Blue

College of Business Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Drab

College of Communication and InformationArts, Fine Arts, Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CrimsonLibrary Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lemon

College of Education, Health and Human Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Light BlueAudiology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Green

College of Nursing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Apricot

College of Podiatric Medicine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Green

College of Public Health. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Salmon

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The MaceThe mace carried by the macebearer in the academic processional symbolizes authority. The macebearer carries a mace created and crafted by alumnus Michael V. Jaszczak, ’98. Mr. Jaszczak created the mace based upon the input of a committee charged with the task of bringing forth a new design utilizing the resources and wealth of talent available in Kent State’s School of Art.

The central motif of the university seal retains the sun of the state seal, signifying state ownership and is symbolic of the light of knowledge and wisdom. The shield suggests the geographic shape of Ohio. The bird, which symbolizes leadership, is the chimney swift, a species that colonizes on campus and seems to be in constant flight. The university colors of blue and gold are incorporated in the enameled piece, which is set on top of a walnut pole. The mace rests in a walnut stand crafted by David Dalton, Ph.D., who taught for many years in the College of Education, Health and Human Services.

The President’s MedallionThe President’s Medallion symbolizes the responsibility in the Office of the President. Its central motif is the university seal, which retains the sun of the state seal, signifying state ownership and is symbolic of the light of knowledge and wisdom. The shield suggests the geographic shape of Ohio. The bird, which symbolizes leadership, is the chimney swift.

The GonfalonsGonfalons are long ceremonial flags or banners suspended from a crossbar. The use of ceremonial banners dates back to the 1500s. Italian towns, for example, each have a gonfalon, which is the official emblem of the town, showing its coat of arms.

Each of the college gonfalons is emblazoned with the Kent State seal on an academic color of one of the college’s disciplines, established by academic protocol.

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ABOUT KENT STATE UNIVERSITY Kent State University is one of the largest university systems in the nation, yet one of the closest families in the world. We embrace diversity and the culture it creates ‒ promoting visionary ideas and bold thinking. From this environment, our students draw strength and support to stand for what matters and to take meaningful action for change.

More than 100 years after William S. Kent donated his valuable farmland so the state could build a teacher-training school for the area, Kent State is one of Ohio’s leading public universities and a major educational, economic and cultural resource far beyond the Northeast Ohio region it has served since its founding as Kent State Normal School in 1910.

Today, poised to play a leading role in 21st century education, Kent State is one of 91 public doctoral universities with high research activity, as categorized by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Kent State is the highest-ranking public university in Northern Ohio on the Top Public Schools and Best National Universities lists by U.S. News & World Report for 2021.

With eight campuses spanning Northeast Ohio, a College of Podiatric Medicine, the Twinsburg Academic Center, and academic sites in major world cities such as Florence, Geneva and New York, Kent State illuminates the way as a world-class institution. Its programs and partnerships that boldly expand the boundaries of knowledge for faculty engaged in research and collaboration, and for students receiving life-changing experiences in experiential and study-away programs.

The student body comprises more than 36,000 students, including more than 1,300 international students from nearly 100 countries. The university earns worldwide recognition for its optimum balance of more than 340 undergraduate programs of study and nearly 200 master’s and doctoral programs of study.

The addition of new teaching and learning environments, from the sciences to the arts, and the development of exciting new academic programs characterize Kent State’s focus on transformational educational experiences. The university is accelerating its strategic investment in established areas of research expertise, including environmental science, population health, global under-standing and materials sciences. Building upon its historic and foundational research in liquid crystals, Kent State's

Advanced Materials and Liquid Crystal Institute embraces a leading international role in advanced materials and soft matter science and innovation.

Kent State recognizes its place in history with the May 4 Visitors Center and annual May 4 Commemoration, which pay homage to the seminal events of May 4, 1970, on the university's Kent Campus. The center and annual observances honor those who lost their lives, those who were wounded and those who survived.

World-renowned, nationally ranked and regionally vital, Kent State proudly serves higher education and the world with graduates who are finding their purpose and making a difference with their contributions.

While some people measure both history and success by tangibles, a Kent State professor emeritus suggests considering timeless intangibles that “can be measured by the lump in your throat … by walking tall.” On a sun-drenched July day in 1914, Kent State’s first graduation class of 34 members walked tall. They led the way for the many hundreds of thousands of Kent State alumni who live and work around the world. Proudly joining their ranks are today’s newest members of the Kent State family on this glorious day of celebration.

For more information about Kent State, visit www.kent.edu.

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Congratulations on earning your degree from Kent State University and welcome to the Golden Flashes alumni family!

As you spread your wings to fly far and near, you’ll find the Golden Flashes family is always close by. With continued support after graduation, a variety of exciting alumni events, interest- or area-based groups and access to important information

about your alma mater, you’ll always have reason to be a proud Kent State graduate.

Visit www.kent.edu/alumni to learn more and connect with us @KSUAlumni

Share what graduation means to you and your Kent State memories using

Your achievement powers a lifetime of purpose, and we are excited to see how our new alumni will change the world. Wear your alumni pin with pride!

Congratulations!

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College of Podiatric Medicine

Faculty 2020-2021

Stephanie J. Belovich, Ph.D.Associate Professor, Pre-Clinical Sciences

Marie M. Blazer, D.P.M. Associate Professor, Podiatric and General Medicine

Allan M. Boike, D.P.M.Dean and Professor, Podiatric Surgery and Biomechanics

Thomas W. Brewer, Ph.D., M.Jur., CHCAdjunct Professor, Podiatric and General Medicine

Bryan D. Caldwell, D.P.M., M.D.Senior Associate Dean, Professor,Podiatric and General Medicine

Windy Cole, D.P.M.Adjunct Professor,Division of Research

James C. Connors, D.P.M. Assistant Professor,Podiatric Surgery and Biomechanics

Mark R. Dalman, Ph.D.Assistant Professor, Pre-Clinical Sciences

Joann P. Eble, M.S. Assistant Professor, Pre-Clinical Sciences

Duane J. Ehredt Jr., D.P.M. Associate Professor,Podiatric Surgery and Biomechanics

Ian FarnkopfAdjunct Professor,Pre-Clinical Sciences

Antony George, M.D., M.P.H.Adjunct Professor,Podiatric Surgery and Biomechanics

Karen C. Haely, Ph.D.Adjunct Professor,Podiatric and General Medicine

Mark A. Hardy, D.P.M. Interim Assistant Dean of Clinical Education,Associate Professor and Division Head, Podiatric Surgery and Biomechanics

Vincent J. Hetherington, D.P.M., M.S.Professor Emeritus, Podiatric Surgery and Biomechanics

John Hwang, Pharm.D.Adjunct Professor,Pre-Clinical Sciences Rachel E. Johnson, D.P.M. Associate Professor, Podiatric and General Medicine

Jill S. Kawalec, Ph.D., M.S.Professor and Division Head, Pre-Clinical Sciences,Director of Research

Michael A. Landers, D.D.S., M.A.Adjunct Professor,Pre-Clinical Sciences

Mary A. Mooney, M.D.Adjunct Professor,Pre-Clinical Sciences

Abe G. Osbourne, D.P.M.Associate Professor, Podiatric and General Medicine

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Lawrence S. Osher, D.P.M. Professor, Podiatric and General Medicine

Ralph G. Osting, D.P.M. Adjunct Professor,Podiatric Surgery and Biomechanics

Joel R. Peerless, M.D.Adjunct Professor,Podiatric and General Medicine

Rocco A. Petrozzi, D.P.M. Associate Professor and Division Head, Podiatric and General Medicine

Christina Pratt, D.P.M. Assistant Professor, Podiatric and General Medicine

Mark C. Razzante, D.P.M.Assistant Professor,Podiatric Surgery and Biomechanics

Edweana M. Robinson, M.D., M.S.Adjunct Professor,Podiatric and General Medicine

Kathy J. Siesel, D.P.M.Associate Professor,Podiatric Surgery and Biomechanics

Scott A. Spencer, D.P.M. Interim Director for Clinical Operations and Associate Professor,Podiatric Surgery and Biomechanics

Tim S. Whittingham, Ph.D.Adjunct Professor,Pre-Clinical Sciences

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Kent State University, Kent State and KSU are registered trademarks and may not be used without permission. 210155

In Memory of

Sean GlennonPodiatric Medical Student

College of Podiatric Medicine2017 - 2018

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COMMENCEMENTMAY 21, 2021

Kent State University, Kent State and KSU are registered trademarks and may not be used without permission. Kent State University is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a diverse student body and workforce.

Hail to Thee, Our Alma MaterWords by E. Turner Stump | Music by Dwight Steere

From the beauty land Ohio comes a universal praise,

’Tis the song of Alma Mater that her sons and daughters raise,

’Tis a Hail to Kent forever,

on the Cuyahoga shore,

Now we join the loving thousands as they sing it o’er and o’er.

Hail to Thee, our Alma Mater

O, how beautiful thou art,

High enthroned upon the hilltop,

Reigning over ev-ry heart.