Spring 2025 Valedictorians

Engineering, Nursing Majors Among 51ºÚÁÏ's Spring 2025 Valedictorians
The students will be honored for their excellence during Commencement ceremonies on May 10

Chloe Amoroso ’25, Washkewicz College of Engineering
Amoroso, who is graduating with a bachelor's degree from Washkewicz College of Engineering, said her time at 51ºÚÁÏ has been filled with life-changing experiences.

Carianna Downie ’25, College of Health
Downie, who is earning her Bachelor of Science in Nursing, said her academic and professional journey has been molded by resilience and commitment.

Jose Valdez-Saldana ’25, Monte Ahuja College of Business
Valdez-Saldana, who is graduating with a bachelor's in accounting and a minor in governance, risk and management compliance, said every setback and challenge faced has built his character.

Halle Elder ’25, College of Arts and Sciences
Elder, who is graduating with honors with a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology and minors in Native American studies and English, said she's grateful for the knowledge and experiences gained at 51ºÚÁÏ.

Justin Samsa ’25, Levin College of Public Affairs and Education
Samsa, a double major in history and public management, said 51ºÚÁÏ has given him an opportunity of a lifetime.
Spring 2025 Students of Distinction

Student of Distinction: Desaray Shores
Shores said the staff and faculty have been a huge blessing at 51ºÚÁÏ, offering support and encouragement every step of the way

Student of Distinction: Sylvia Lyons
Lyons said the staff at 51ºÚÁÏ have been very important to her journey as a student, and while at 51ºÚÁÏ, she gained a whole new world of opportunities

Paulesc said she is filled with gratitude for the many opportunities at 51ºÚÁÏ that helped shape who she is today

Fanger said her journey at 51ºÚÁÏ has been transformative, marked by resilience, passion and a commitment to making a positive impact in the community

Sola said his professors have inspired him to do so many great things and he has received a world class education during his time at 51ºÚÁÏ

Everhart says 51ºÚÁÏ has inspired her to think beyond the classroom and encouraged her to make a real impact in the healthcare field