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Lindsay F. Wells has been selected as the College of the Liberal Arts Student Marshal and will be the speaker at the spring commencement ceremony, at 6 p.m., Saturday, May 4, at the Bryce Jordan Center.

A Schreyer Scholar and Paterno Fellow, she has three majors: Classics & Ancient Mediterranean Studies, Art History, and Medieval Studies. She studied abroad at the University of Oxford in England, interned with the Albright-Knox Art Gallery, Boydell & Brewer Ltd. Publishing, and the Palmer Museum of Art.

Lindsay  participated as a student representative on the Global Experiences Panel and the Penn State Medieval Studies Committee, performed with the Penn State Thespians and No Refund Theatre, and volunteered as the co-founder and leader of the Children's Literature Circle and as a mentor for SHOtime & Gateway Orientation activities. She is the daughter of Ted Wells and Holly Foertsch of Pittsford, NY.

More information is at: http://laus.la.psu.edu/current-students/academics/commencement

Cortney Stevens of Inver Grove Heights, Minn., has been selected as the student marshal for Penn State's College of the Liberal Arts for the fall undergraduate commencement ceremony on December 22, 2012.  She will graduate with B.A. degrees in Psychology, Spanish, and Global and International Studies, and has selected Melanie Archangeli, Lecturer in Spanish, as her faculty marshal at the ceremony.

The daughter of Lynne and Scott Stevens, Cortney has been on the dean's list every semester. She participated in a study abroad language program in Seville, Spain, and served as a research assistant at the Language and Cognition Laboratory on campus.

Her honors include the Evan Pugh Scholar Award for superior academic excellence, the Bayard Kunkle Scholarship, and the Psi Chi International Honor Society for Psychology. She also has been active in the Penn State Spanish Club, the FOTO organization and the OPP (operations) committee for THON, the Campus Band, and the Sinfonietta Orchestra at Penn State.

In the fall, Cortney will be pursuing her life's dream of teaching English in Spain through the Spanish Government for a period of one to two years.  Upon her return, Cortney plans to enter graduate school to pursue an advanced degree in Psychology. 

The College of the Liberal Arts has selected Evelyn Mugge as the Student Marshal for the summer 2012 commencement ceremony.  She has chosen Donna Bahry, Professor of Political Science, as her faculty marshal escort. 


Originally from Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, she is the daughter of Nanette
 Mugge-Alden and John Mugge.  Evelyn graduates with a Bachelor of Arts in 
International Politics and a minor in History.  She received the 
President's Freshman Award, Sparks Award, and Evan Pugh Scholar Award, and she was a
 member of Phi Kappa Phi honor society. She interned with Congresswoman
 Allyson Schwartz, edited The Dialectics: Journal of Leadership, Politics, 
and Society, and volunteered with the Centre County SPCA.

  Her future plans include law school where she hopes to study
 international or employment law.

The summer undergraduate commencement ceremony is scheduled for Saturday, August 11, 2012, at 10:00 a.m., in the Bryce Jordan Center.

Kristin Kerns is the daughter of Lisa and William Kerns of State College, Pa.  A Schreyer scholar, she is graduating with a degree in Sociology and a minor in Psychology.  A published author of short book reviews, Kristin was a research assistant for several faculty members and a teaching assistant for a senior level course.  She was a member of the Blue & White Society, Phi Beta Kappa, and the Liberal Arts Academic Integrity Committee, and she was a violinist with the Campus Orchestra. Kristin volunteered with the Food Bank of State College, the American Cancer Society, and the Annual Traditional American Pow-Wow.  In the fall, she plans to begin a sociology graduate program at the University of Maryland, College Park.

Escorting Faculty Marshal:  Eric Silver, Professor of Sociology and Crime, Law, and Justice

By Robin Robinson

Gina Mattei is the daughter of Kimberly and Dr. Peter Mattei of Glen Mills, Pa.  A Paterno Fellow and Schreyer scholar, she is graduating with a degree in Psychology and a minor in Sexuality and Gender Studies.  Gina was a research assistant for Penn State's Child Attention and Learning Laboratory, The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, and the University of Pennsylvania.  She participated in Dance Marathon and was a member of the Penn State Indoor Drumline.  Prior to beginning a Ph.D. program in child and adolescent clinical psychology, Gina will work as project coordinator for Penn State's Psychology Department.

Escorting Faculty Marshal:  Cynthia Huang-Pollock, Associate Professor of Psychology

By Robin Robinson

Allison Shutt is the daughter of Amy Shutt of Gilbertsville, Pa. and Jesse Shutt of Pottstown, Pa.  A Paterno Fellow and Schreyer Scholar, she is graduating with a degree in Economics and a minor in Psychology.  A member of the Economics Department Honors Program, Allison was a project specialist for the PEER Network and an intern with both Penn State's Office of University Development and with Foxdale Village.  She was the chairperson of the Senior Class Gift Committee and a vice-president and fundraising officer for the Penn State Crew Team.  After graduation, Allison plans to work in the area of development, focusing on coordinating philanthropic giving in the community at large.

Escorting Faculty Marshal:  James Tybout, Professor of Economics

By Robin Robinson

Julie Knaub is the daughter of Dennis and Karen Knaub of Dillsburg, Pa.  She is graduating with degrees in Crime, Law, and Justice; French; and Global Studies.  A Schreyer Scholar, Julie studied abroad at the Université Paul Valéry Montpellier III in France.  She participated in Dance Marathon, Circle K, and Campus Crusade for Christ.   Her post-graduate plans are to first complete an internship with the FBI, then do post-graduate study in law or criminal justice before beginning a career as an FBI agent. 

Escorting Faculty Marshal:  Jeffery Ulmer, Associate Professor of Crime, Law, and Justice and Sociology

By Robin Robinson

Dana Blair is the daughter of Donald and Roberta Blair of Belle Vernon, Pa.  A Schreyer scholar, she is graduating with degrees in History and Anthropology and a minor in Latin American Studies.  Dana participated in several study abroad experiences in Brazil. A recipient of the Matson Museum's Ceramic Studies Award, she studied the origins of the museum's ceramics and prepared an exhibit for the museum based on her Brazilian research. Dana participated in the Penn State Women's Rugby team, served as president of Penn State's Global Ambassadors, and interned in an anthropology lab.  After graduation, she will travel to Peru to take part in an archaeological field project.

Escorting Faculty Marshal: Claire Milner, Director and Curator of Exhibits, Matson Museum

By Robin Robinson

Stefan Orzech is the son of Chris and Lucie Orzech of Lancaster, Pa.  A Paterno Fellow and Schreyer Scholar, he is graduating with degrees in Comparative Literature and English.  Stefan participated in an education abroad experience at the University of Oxford, England.  A published author, he is fluent in Medieval English and French, Modern French, Latin, and Italian.  Stefan participated in two internships in which he completed research for several faculty members.  He was a staff writer for The Daily Collegian, member of the Presidential Leadership Academy, co-founder of the Adult Literacy Tutoring Corps, and a volunteer for Centre County PAWS.  Stefan plans to attend graduate school to study medieval studies. 

Escorting Faculty Marshal:  Djelal Kadir, Edwin Earle Sparks Professor of Comparative Literature

By Robin Robinson

Kylee DiGregorio is the daughter of Kurt and Sandra DiGregorio of Butler, Pa.   A Paterno Fellow and Schreyer Scholar, she is graduating with degrees in Sociology and African and African American Studies and a minor in English.  Kylee studied abroad at the University of Ghana, West Africa.  While there, she provided services to the community through the Self-Help Initiative Support Services Organization and the Urban Life Project.  She was a member of the Project Haiti Student Association and Amnesty International and participated in Dance Marathon, Penn State's Chapter of Adopt a School, and a visitation program at Foxdale Village.  In the fall, Kylee will begin a master's program in International Human Rights at the Joseph Korbel School of International Studies at the University of Denver. 

Escorting Faculty Marshal:  Kevin J. A. Thomas, Assistant Professor of Sociology, Demography, and African Studies

By Robin Robinson

Eli Glazier is the son of Carrie and Jeffrey Glazier of Allentown, Pa.  A Schreyer Scholar, he is graduating with a degree in International Politics.   He studied abroad in Prague, Czech Republic, completed internships with The Center for Strategic and International Studies and with the Raben Group, a public policy-oriented law firm, participated in the Presidential Leadership Academy and completed research for a faculty member.  A published author, Eli was a co-founder and editor-in-chief of Onward State.com, an independent student-run Penn State news blog, co-founder and executive editor of the Penn State Journal of International Affairs.  After graduation, Eli plans to pursue a graduate degree in urban and transportation studies.

Escorting Faculty Marshal:  Glenn Palmer, Professor of Political Science

By Robin Robinson

Caroline Fitzgerald is the daughter of Catherine and Richard Fitzgerald of Pittsburgh, Pa.   A Schreyer Scholar, she is graduating with degrees in Women's Studies and Marketing.  Caroline completed internships with Kohl's Department Stores and with The Women and Girl's Foundation of Western Pennsylvania,  participated in Dance Marathon, and worked with the Penn State Center for Women Students.  She was a Lion Ambassador, a resident assistant, and a member of the Penn State Women's Club Basketball team. After graduation, Caroline will begin her professional career in the Management and Merchandising Department of Kohl's Department Stores in Pittsburgh.  

Escorting Faculty Marshal:  Peggy Lorah, Affiliate Assistant Professor of Counselor Education, College Student Affairs and Women's Studies

By Robin Robinson

Andrea Chung is the daughter of Jongwon and Insoon Chung of Poughkeepsie, NY.  A Schreyer Scholar, she is graduating with a degree in Labor Studies and Employment Relations.  Andrea participated in internships with Penn State's Career Services Office, Penn State's Human Resource Development Center, Geospatial Data Analysis Corporation, and with Energizer Corporation in Madrid, Spain.  She served as THON chair for the Penn State Chapter of the Society of Human Resource Management, mentored students in the Asian American Students in Action Program, and volunteered with the Starfinder Program and the Mid-State Literacy Program.  After graduation, Andrea will begin a career in human resources with Amazon.

Escorting Faculty Marshal:  Mark S. Anner, Assistant Professor of Labor Studies and Employment Relations and Political Science

By Robin Robinson

Kathleen Miller is the daughter of Webb and Nancy Miller of State College, Pa.  A Schreyer Scholar, she is graduating with degrees in Classics and Ancient Mediterranean Studies and Comparative Literature and minors in Anthropology, English, History, and International Studies. Kathleen participated in four study abroad experiences in Egypt, Spain, and Greece.  She was co-founder and president of the Classics Club and volunteered with the Penn State Red Cross Club and Centre County PAWS.  Immediately after graduation, Kathleen will begin a master's program in Creative Writing at Vermont College.

Escorting Faculty Marshal:  Mary Lou Zimmerman Munn, Associate Head and Senior Lecturer in Classics and Ancient Mediterranean Studies

By Robin Robinson

Ashley Meeder is the daughter of Daniel Meeder of Erie, Pa. and Elizabeth and David Quinn of Stuttgart, Germany.  She is graduating with degrees in International Politics, Asian Studies, and International Studies and a minor in Chinese.  Ashley studied abroad in China and completed an internship with the Center for Global Studies.  She participated in Dance Marathon, was a member of the Penn State Chapter of Silver Wings, and volunteered with the International Student Services on campus.  After graduation, Ashley will join the Teach for America 2012 Memphis Corps.

Escorting Faculty Marshal:  Xiaoye You, Associate Professor of English and Asian Studies

By Robin Robinson

Juozas Pocevicius is the son of Angele Zoppetti of Latrobe, Pa.  He is graduating with degrees in Russian and International Politics, as well as a Business/Liberal Arts minor.  A recipient of the Ramadass Award, he is fluent in Lithuanian, Russian and German.  He studied abroad at St. Petersburg, Russia and was a scholar in the Strategic and Global Security Scholars' Program.  Juozas completed an internship with Penn State's International Center for the Study of Terrorism, served as a language tutor with Penn State's Learning Center, and volunteered with both Dance Marathon and the Education Abroad Office. His post-graduate plans include working in the business field before pursuing a master's degree in business administration.

Escorting Faculty Marshal:  Irina Mikaelian, Lecturer in Russian

By Robin Robinson

Dylan Tuttle is the son of Stephen Tuttle of Warriors Mark, Pa.  A Schreyer Scholar, he is graduating with degrees in History and French and a minor in Political Science.  Dylan studied abroad in Dijon, France, and in Dakar, Senegal, where he studied international development and taught English to middle-school students.  He returned to Paris and Montpellier, France, to complete research for his honors thesis this year.  Dylan is fluent in French and has also learned elementary Wolof and German.  After graduation, he plans to pursue studies in urban planning.

Escorting Faculty Marshal:  Jonathan Brockopp, Associate Professor of Religious Studies and History

By Robin Robinson

Frank Rotiroti is the son of Linda and Joseph Rotiroti of West Chester, Pa.  A Schreyer Scholar, he is graduating with a degree in Philosophy.  Frank has earned many awards including a Summer Discovery Grant, and Ray H. Dotterer and Shibley scholarships.  He served on the staff of Kalliope Literary Magazine, was co-chair of the College Speaker Series Committee and a SHO TIME mentor for the Schreyer Honors College.  After graduation, Frank plans to work for a business specializing in Supply Chain Management, IT Staffing, and IT Service Solutions.

Escorting Faculty Marshal:  Vincent Colapietro, Liberal Arts Research Professor of Philosophy

By Robin Robinson

Jacqueline Ryan is the daughter of Dr. Joan Ryan of Wallingford, Pa.  She is graduating with a degree in Communication Arts and Sciences and minors in Geography and in Science, Society, and the Environment of Africa.   A published author, Jacqueline studied abroad in Eastern Cape Province, South Africa, where she taught in local schools and assisted with field research.  She completed internships with Ross Feller Casey, LLP, and with U.S. Representative Joe Sestak.  Jacqueline was a member of the Campus Beyond Coal Campaign, the Liberal Arts Mentor Program, and the Communication Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Committee.  In the fall, Jacqueline will begin law school at Villanova.

Escorting Faculty Marshal:  Stephen Browne, Professor of Communication Arts and Sciences

By Robin Robinson

Charlee Redman is the daughter of Nancy and Charles Redman of Bethlehem, Pa.  She is graduating with degrees in French and English and a minor in International Studies.  A Schreyer Scholar, she studied abroad at the Sorbonne in Paris and completed internships with the Penn State University Press, the Music Review Blog Initiative at WPSU, and with Awareness Audiobooks in Bethlehem.   Charlee served on the staff of Penn State's Problem Child literary magazine and was a tutor for both Penn State's Learning Center and the Volunteers in Public Schools Program.  After graduation, she plans to pursue a doctorate in English literature.  

Escorting Faculty Marshal:  Willa Silverman, Professor of French and Jewish Studies

By Robin Robinson

Rachael Green is the daughter of Brian and Nancy Green of Ivyland, Pa.  A Schreyer Scholar, she is graduating with a degree in English.  Rachael studied abroad in Ireland, participated in research projects with faculty members, and completed an internship with the Center for American Literary Studies.  She was a SAT tutor/instructor, a blog writer for the Liberal Arts Undergraduate Studies Office, and a volunteer with Dance Marathon.  In the fall, Rachael plans to begin a graduate program at the University of Delaware. 

Escorting Faculty Marshal:  Sanford Schwartz, Associate Professor of English

By Robin Robinson

Lauren Perrotti is the daughter of Maureen and Joe Perrotti of Springbrook, Pa.  A Paterno Fellow and Schreyer Scholar, she is graduating with degrees in Spanish, Italian, and Global Studies and a minor in Linguistics.  Lauren studied abroad in Todi, Italy, and traveled to Granada, Spain, to collect data for her work with the Partnership for International Research and Education.  She was a research assistant for the Sony eReader Project and for the German Language Acquisition Lab.  Lauren was president of the Liberal Arts Undergraduate Council, director of the Liberal Arts Envoys, and a member of the Liberal Arts Academic Integrity Committee and the Lion Ambassadors. In the fall, she plans to begin a graduate program in Spanish Linguistics.

Escorting Faculty Marshal:  Paola Giuli Dussias, Associate Professor of Spanish, Linguistics, and Psychology

By Robin Robinson