Missouri University of Science and Technology
Missouri University of Science and Technology in Rolla awarded degrees to three local students during spring 2016 commencement ceremonies May 14. Jason Todd Howard of Berryville earned a bachelor of science in metallurgical engineering, magna cum laude. Payton Thomas Jimison of Lowell earned a bachelor of science in metallurgical engineering, cum laude. Daniel Madison Townzen of Rogers earned a bachelor of science in chemistry, summa cum laude.
Maryville University
Luke Renner of Fayetteville was named to the deans’ list for the spring 2016 semester at Maryville University in St. Louis, with a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher.
University of Kansas
The University of Kansas in Lawrence listed several local students to it honor roll distinction for the spring 2016 semester. Sandra Bertram Grant, Phoebe Lathrop, Claire Meczkowski, all of Bentonville; Sara Schenkelberg, Mohammed Soliman, both of Fayetteville; Lauren Frederick, Amanda Gold, both of Fort Smith; Sarah Anderson of Lowell; Matthew Armstrong, Austin Degn, Alex Olsen, Zachary Raphael, all of Rogers.
University of Arkansas at Fort Smith
Nine University of Arkansas-Fort Smith spring 2016 graduates who earned certificates of distinction in professional development from the school have found jobachelor of artschelor of science at companies in Arkansas and beyond. Students earned the certificates through the bachelor of artsbb Center for Student Professional Development, which offers workshops and networking opportunities for students to develop professional skills that complement the education taught in the classroom. graduates and their hometowns, degrees and job titles are:
Crystal Hardwick of Fort Smith, who earned a bachelor’s degree in organizational leadership, earned a job as administrative specialist with the UAFS financial aid office; Jeanetta Henry of Fort Smith, bachelor’s degree in organizational leadership, career services coordinator with the UAFS career services office; Elisabeth Jones of Fort Smith, bachelor’s degree in business administration in international business, project manager with QualServ in Fort Smith; Spencer Meares of Fort Smith, bachelor’s degree in business administration in finance, carrier sales coordinator with J.B. Hunt Transport in Lowell; Quynh Nguyen of Fort Smith, bachelor’s degree in business administration in international business, supervisor trainee for Simmons Foods in Van Buren; Siedra Tidwell of Fort Smith, bachelor’s degree in business administration, audit associate for BKD certified public accountants firm in Dallas.
Allie Wilson of Greenwood, bachelor’s degree in business administration in marketing, collegiate development consultant with the national office of Delta Gamma Sorority in Columbus, Ohio; Ryan Farmer of Hackett, bachelor’s degree in business administration, department manager at Walmart; Jaysa Henderson of Rudy, bachelor’s degree in business administration in accounting, staff accountant at Yeagers Hardware corporate office in Fort Smith.
Olivet Nazarene University
Jeffrey Smith of Gravette was named to the spring 2016 dean’s list at Olivet Nazarene University in Bourbonnais, Ill., with a grade-point average of 3.50 or higher.
Westminster College
Axel Izaguirre-Garcia, a sophomore from Bethel Heights, was a spring 2016 initiate into the Alpha Lambda Delta national honor society at Westminster College in Fulton, Mo.
The honor includes students with 3.5 or higher grade-point averages and rankings in the top 20 percent of their classes during their first years of higher education.
Southwest Baptist University
Three local students were graduated from Southwest Baptist University in Bolivar, Mo., in the spring 2016 commencement ceremonies May 12-14. Graduates were awarded honors with the following grade-point averages: summa cum laude, 3.85 to 4.0; magna cum laude, 3.7 to 3.849; and cum laude, 3.5 to 3.699.
Caleb Jones of Huntsville earned a bachelor of science. Sarah Zluticky of Mansfield received a bachelor of science, magna cum laude. Cody Osbourno of Fayetteville was awarded a doctor of physical therapy degree.
Southwest Baptist University
Southwest Baptist University in Bolivar, Mo., listed several area students on the spring 2016 honor roll lists.
To be listed on the semester’s honor roll, students earn a grade-point average of 3.85 to 4.0 for the trustees’ list; a 3.7 to 3.84 for the president’s list; a 3.5 to 3.69 for the deans’ list; and a 3.0 to 3.4 for the honors list.
Lauren Cook of Siloam Springs, trustees’ list; Brooke Rodney of Bentonville, trustees’ list; Ryan Roughton of Pea Ridge, president’s list; Kailey Scifres of Gravette, deans’ list; John Taylor of Rogers, president’s list; Taylor DeYoung of Valley Springs, honors list; Gabrielle Stovall of Omaha, honors list; Jacob Biggs of Gree Forest, honors list; Kaylee Ricketts of Green Forest, honors list; Callie Chenoweth of Van Buren, deans’ list; Caleb Jones of Huntsville, honors list; Sarah Zluticky of Mansfield, presidents list; Jamie Abbott of Springdale, honors list.
Baldwin Wallace University
Kaitlin Burgess of Bentonville has been named to the dean’s list for the spring 2016 semester at Baldwin Wallace University in Berea, Ohio, with a gradepoint average of 3.6 or better. An athletic training and exercise science major, Burgess is a graduate of Silver Lake Regional High School in Kingston, Mass.
Kent State University
Taylor Williams of Fayetteville was named to the spring 2016 dean’s list at Kent (Ohio) State University, with a grade-point average of 3.4 or higher. Willliams was a senior journalism major.
Kent State University
Two local students received degrees from Kent (Ohio) State University during spring 2016 commencement ceremonies May 13.
Peter Valdes of Rogers earned a bachelor of business administration. Taylor Williams of Fayetteville, an honors College Scholar, graduated cum laude with a bachelor of science degree.
Mercer University
Early Villegas of Rogers was awarded a master of science degree from Penfield College of Mercer University in Georgia during the 2016 commencement ceremony in May.
Baldwin Wallace University
Kaitlin Burgess of Bentonville, a graduate of Silver Lake Regional High School Kingston, was graduated from Baldwin Wallace University in Berea, Ohio, with a bachelor of arts in athletic training and exercise science.
The New School
Two middle school students at The New School in Fayetteville, Cammie Parker and Storm Skyrme, were chosen as nominees for the 2016 Broadcom Math, Applied Science, Technology and Engineering Rising Stars national middle school science competition. They were invited to apply for the Broadcom MASTERS competition by placing among the top 10 percent of participants at their society-affiliated science fairs.
The top 300 semifinalists will be announced Sept. 6, and the top 30 finalists will be announced later that month.
The 30 finalists each win a trip to Washington, D.C., where they will compete in hands-on science activities for the chance to win trips to STEM summer camps, iPads and monetary prizes up to $25,000.
Elm Tree Elementary
More than 600 students and staff at Elm Tree Elementary School in Bentonville “jumped at the chance” to fight heart disease and stroke.
In May, the school hosted its annual Jump Rope For Heart event, raising $18,658 and ranking No. 1 in Arkansas. In the 37 years of the jump rope program, Elm Tree has raised close to $150,000 for the American Heart Association. Donations raised support lifesaving heart and stroke research, community and education programs.
Students celebrated with a “Glow in the Dark Party,” which included dancing, jump roping and a pie-in-the-face opportunity for physical education teacher Donald Meyers for the top five fundraisers. JRFH teaches students how physical fitness benefits the heart, while demonstrating volunteerism can be a fun and positive experience for the entire community.
University of Arkansas at Monticello
The University of Arkansas at Monticello graduated several local students during 2016 commencement ceremonies in May.
Chandra M. High of Berryville, master of arts in teaching; Scarlett A. Davis of Deer, master of arts in teaching; Delaney Triplett of Fort Smith, associate of arts; Nicole Mullen of Green Forest, bachelor of business administration; Yvette H. Ortiz of Lincoln, master of arts in teaching; Rebecca L. Smith of Lowell, master of arts in teaching; Beau W. Tillery of Lowell, master of arts in teaching; Hannah R. Henry of Mountainburg, associate of arts; Aubrey L. Elkins of Omaha, master of arts in teaching; Zachery R. Mcknight of Rogers, bachelor of business administration; Cynthia L. Robinson of Rogers, bachelor of science; Adam W. Bowlin of Springdale, associate of arts; Darren B. Rogers of Springdale, master of arts in teaching; Parker L. Spaulding of Springdale, bachelor of business administration; Christopher R. Thompson of Springdale, master of arts in teaching.
Henderson State University
Henderson State University in Arkadelphia listed several local students on its honor rolls for the spring 2016 semester.
To be named to the dean’s list, a student achieved a 4.0 grade-point average To make the honor roll, a student received a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher for the semester.
Ryssa L. May of Avoca, dean graduate; Roberto J. Sucre of Bella Vista, honor undergraduate; Darla C. Fishback of Bentonville, dean undergraduate; Jakob A. Johnston of Boles, honor undergraduate; Reynolds H. Beckham of Dyer, dean undergraduate; Robert F. Humphries of Everton, honor undergraduate; Jase G. Saulsbury of Farmington, honor undergraduate; Jonathan D. Buchanan of Fayetteville, dean graduate; Christen E. Million of Fayetteville, dean graduate; Elizabeth N. Burton of Fort Smith, dean graduate; Haleigh K. Henson of Fort Smith, honor undergraduate; Parker B. Milam of Fort Smith, honor undergraduate; Judy L. Fields of Greenwood, dean graduate; Brittany N. Branum of Greenwood, dean undergraduate; Emily P. Fitting of Greenwood, dean undergraduate; Emilee M. Childress of Greenwood, honor undergraduate; Caitlyn A. Gosch of Greenwood, honor undergraduate; Christopher L. Hunt of Greenwood, honor undergraduate; Levi E. Taylor, honor undergraduate; Kevin J. Kaeser of Harrsion, dean graduate; Stephen M. Wewers of Harrison, dean undergraduate; Tyler P. bachelor of artsrnes of Harrsion, honor undergraduate; Erin E. Hickle of Harvey, honor undergraduate; Miranda D. Dubberly of Huntsville, honor undergraduate; Caleb S. Murders of Mulberry, dean undergraduate; Megan E. Ross of Rogers, honor undergraduate; Mercedes X. Thompson of Siloam Springs, honor undergraduate; Patricia A. Dennis of Springdale, dean graduate; Joseph K. McClung of Springdale, dean graduate; Cody A. McAbee of Springdale, dean undergraduate; Emily R. Reynebeau of Springdale, honor undergraduate; Carrie B. Saunders of Waldron, honor undergraduate.
University of Iowa
The University of Iowa in Iowa City graduated two local students at the close of the spring 2016 semester.
Amanda Pead of Bella Vista received a doctoral degree in speech pathology and audiology. Emma Steinkraus of Fayetteville earned a master of fine arts degree.
Fort Lewis College
James Lilburn of Bentonville graduated from Fort Lewis College in Durango, Colo., graduated during during a spring 2016 commencement ceremony April 30.
He received a bachelor’s degree, with a major in English.
Drake
University
Bryan Nance of Green Forest was named to the 2016 spring president’s list at Drake University in Omaha, Neb., with a gradepoint average of 4.0.
University of Arkansas at Fort Smith
Local students at the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith play leadership roles in the 13th annual Cub Camp to be held Aug. 18-20. These student leaders help coordinate the camp, lead discussion groups and serve as counselors. Hayley Howard of Van Buren, UAFS student, serves as the Cub Camp director.
The event is designed to help incoming freshman acclimate to college life at UAFS by providing opportunities to connect with fellow freshmen, upperclassmen, counselors, faculty, staff and administration. The camp features campus tours, informational skits and discussions on involvement opportunities available to students.
Cub Camp leaders include Miraya Marciano of Alma; Serna Her, Altus; Holley Maness, Booneville; Paige Burton, Chance Shelby and Logan Verkamp, Charleston; Tristan Nolan, Cedarville; Brandy Cox, Evansville; Mackenzie Sill and Eryn Silva, Farmington; Lauren Miller, Fayetteville; Wyatt Benjamin, Mason Copeland, Kriston Dorsey, Will Hutson, Dylan Learmont, Raneisha Lewis, Tristen Long, Abigail Morrow, Sharlene Moua, Hannah Nichols, Janea Northrop, Asher Parvu, Erica Matamoros, Landon Peoples, Lilly Phommachanh, Johnny Resendiz, Lalita Souvatdy, Rasa Vongkhamchanh and Adrian Whitaker, Fort Smith; John Lopez, Gentry; Cody DeLozier, Green Forest; Corey Johnson, Greenland; Allie Billups and Mallorie Scroggie, Harrison; Raleigh Selsor, Kingston; Destiny Mantooth, Brittany Pence, Daniel Romo and Jessica Romo, Lavaca; Heath Grady and Mackenzie Hamilton, Mansfield; Malvern Gann, Ozark; Whitney Schneider, Paris; Rilee Patrick and Casey Tidwell, Pea Ridge; Ashley Anderson and Miguel A. Salas, Rogers; Cory White, Scranton; Heather Casteel and Monica Roberts, Siloam Springs; Sabrina Amonsin, Katie Childers, Ashlee Deffenbachelor of artsugh, Madison Fouts, Hayley Howard, Ashley James, Tia McCutchen, Lilibeth Pineda and Kalyn Tounzen, Van Buren; Jessica Reed and Tori Seaman, West Fork; Cara Cagle, Witter.
The University of Akron
Sevin Gallo of Fayetteville is a recent graduate of The University of Akron (Ohio), with a doctoral degree in philosophy history.
Wichita State University
Justin M. Schmitz of Fort Smith graduated magna cum laude from Wichita (Kan.) State University, with a bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering.
His cumulative gradepoint average of 3.5 or high was recognized through his graduation honors and his inclusion in the school’s spring 2016 dean’s honor roll.
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
Two local students have been named to the 2016 spring semester dean’s list at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, with grade-point averages of 3.66 or higher: Kristopher Swann of Bella Vista, senior, College of Science and Engineering; Rogers: Noah Aitoumeziane of Rogers, senior, College of Liberal Arts.
College of the Ozarks
The following students have been named to the spring 2016 dean’s list at College of the Ozarks in Point Lookout, Mo., with grade-point averages of 3.6 or better: Skye Craig of Bentonville, Haley Jeffries of Rogers, Andrew Klaassen of Rogers, Andrew Ottaviano of Bentonville, Amanda Ray of Bentonville, Anna Sharon of Bella Vista, Shaleena Wendler of Bentonville and T.J. Goze of Rogers.
University of Central Arkansas
Colin Browning of Fort Smith has been accepted in the Arkansas Attorney General’s internship program. Browning is a senior at the University of Central Arkansas in Conway, studying public administration.
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Lon Brown and Kimberly Gresham, both of Pea Ridge, were named to the spring 2016 dean’s list at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, with grade-point averages of 3.5 or better.
Oklahoma State University
Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, Okla., awarded degrees in 2016 to a number of students from across the region.
Bentonville: Zachary Jones, bachelor of business administration, management; Melanie Pickering, bachelor of human sciences, human development and family science; Lauren Smart, bachelor of business administration, economics; Chelsi Sparks, bachelor of business administration, marketing, magna cum laude.
Eureka Springs: Ryan M. Thorpe, doctorate of philosophy, English.
Fayetteville: James Cason, bachelor of science, fire protection and safety technology.
Fort Smith: Troy Cowne III, bachelor of science, aerospace administation and operations; Ashleigh Gray, bachelor of science in agriculture, animal science, summa cum laude.
Garfield: Meagan Burns, bachelor of arts, English.
Siloam Springs: Amanda Bascon, bachelor of science in agriculture, agricultural communications; Garrett Jones, bachelor of science in business administration, general business; Charles Nokes, bachchelor of science, construction management technology.
Pea Ridge: Caraline Duprey, bachelor of science, athletic training, magna cum laude; Katelyn Hudson, bachelor of science, industrial engineering and management.
Praire Grove: James Coffey, doctor of veterinary medicine.
Russellville: Caroline Hackerott, doctor of philosophy, fire and emergency management administration.
Rogers: John Humphries Jr., bachelor of science, chemical engineering; Lindsey Revoir, bachelor of science, secondary education; Seth Samuelson, bachelor of science in business administration, management; Caleb Surly, bachelor of arts, sports media, summa cum laude; Erin Wood, bachelor of science, psychology, magna cum laude.
Springdale: Daniel Welkley, bachelor of science, fire protection and safety technology.
Baylor University
Thomas Suff, a 2016 graduate of Har-Ber High School in Springdale, was awarded the President’s Gold scholastic award from Baylor University in Waco, Texas. The award is based on class rank and SAT or ACT scores.