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inclusion@nau.eduAsian and Pacific Islander Ceremony
Welcome Letter
Dear API Graduates,
The Asian and Pacific Islander (API) Convocation Committee extends our heartfelt congratulations on your incredible achievement. As you stand on the cusp of a new chapter in your life, we celebrate not only your academic success but also the profound significance of your journey as API students.
Your achievement is a testament to your resilience, dedication, and brilliance. As members of the API community, you embody a rich heritage of diverse cultures, languages, and histories. In navigating the complexities of higher education, you have honored your ancestors’ sacrifices and dreams while paving the way for future generations.
Your accomplishments carry a greater meaning than a degree. They symbolize the power of education to uplift individuals, families, and communities. Your success reaffirms the importance of visibility, representation, and excellence in all spaces, inspiring others to follow in your footsteps.
As you move forward, we encourage you to remain proud of your identity and the values that have guided you thus far. Remember the communities that have supported you, the traditions that have shaped you, and the dreams that continue to propel you. Carry with you the knowledge that you are part of a larger collective striving for equity, justice, and celebration of diversity in every corner of society.
We are so proud of you, and we hope you take time to reflect on this incredible milestone. Wherever your path leads next—whether further studies, a new career, or an opportunity to serve your community—know that the NAU API Convocation Committee and the larger API community stand with you.
Congratulations once again! You have made us all immensely proud.
In solidarity and celebration,
The Asian & Pacific Islander Convocation Committee
Alvin Altamirano, Associate Chair, Chemistry & Biochemistry
Azah Quach, Student Development Coordinator, Sr., Louie’s Cupboard
Precilla Cox, Academic Advisor, Lead, School of Hotel and Restaurant Management
Sheena Hale, Assistant Director, Office of Inclusion
Tarang Jain, Associate Professor, Department of Physical Training and Athletic Training
Event information
The Asian & Pacific Islander stole is red and gold because within numerous Asian & Pacific Islander cultures, these two colors are connected to royalty, good fortune, and joy.
“Passion for your work is a little bit of discovery, followed by a lot of development, and then a lifetime of deepening.”
—Angela Duckworth, Grit
Congratulations to the Class of 2024 and we wish you the best of luck on your future endeavors!
Graduates
Doctorate
| Name | Diploma Descr |
|---|---|
| Rigel Kyla Bobadilla | Physical Therapy - Entry Level (DPT) |
| Angelique Coloscos | Physical Therapy - Entry Level (DPT) |
| Kross Corbett | Physical Therapy - Entry Level (DPT) |
| Faith Daab | Physical Therapy - Entry Level (DPT) |
| Muhammad Ali Khan | Physical Therapy - Entry Level (DPT) |
| Gabrielle Ro Macariola | Physical Therapy - Entry Level (DPT) |
| Chase Nakamura | Physical Therapy - Entry Level (DPT) |
| Mekayla Olson | Physical Therapy - Entry Level (DPT) |
| Nicholas Parker | Physical Therapy - Entry Level (DPT) |
| Monasha Sharma | Medical Science (DMSC) |
Master’s
| Name | Diploma Descr |
|---|---|
| Arvinth Avarappalayam Shanmugaraj | Information Technology (MS) |
| Navya Avula | Business Analytics (MS) |
| Venkatrao Bandaru | Computer Science (MS) |
| Harshitha Bokkisam | Information Technology (MS) |
| Joel Clegg | Biology (MS) |
| Anusha Devaraj | Information Technology (MS) |
| Venkatesh Doulagar | Computer Science (MS) |
| Anurag Dullur | Computer Science (MS) |
| Mounika Erla | Computer Science (MS) |
| Shera Gilmore-Donohoe | Mathematics Education (MS) |
| Ashutosh Gogineni | Business Analytics (MS) |
| Stanley Steve Gottemukkula | Information Technology (MS) |
| GOUTHAM GUDIPUDI | Computer Science (MS) |
| Koteswararao Gutta | Computer Science (MS) |
| Anna Hunter | Special Education - Early Childhood Special Education with Certification (MED) |
| Soumya Yadav Junubala | Information Technology (MS) |
| Amanda Kinne | Human Relations (MED) |
| Veerendernath Surendernath Komala | Computer Science (MS) |
| Santhi Sree Korrapati | Business Analytics (MS) |
| Divya Tirumala Korrapati | Computer Science (MS) |
| Hemanth Kumar Kurapati | Information Technology (MS) |
| Shobhith Lakkakula | Computer Science (MS) |
| Taylor Langaman | Public Health - Health Promotion (MPH) |
| Zhi Liu | Mechanical Engineering (MS) |
| Kelly McClory | Human Relations (MED) |
| Swetha Methrila | Business Analytics (MS) |
| Sachin Miryala | Computer Science (MS) |
| Abdur Raheem Mohammed | Informatics (MS) |
| Sangeetha Reddy Nakkala | Computer Science (MS) |
| Debanjali Nath | Business Analytics (MS) |
| Lisa Nolan | Organizational Leadership (M) |
| Shilpa Paladugu | Information Technology (MS) |
| Samhitha Pantangi | Computer Science (MS) |
| Abishek Pasupulate | Computer Science (MS) |
| Parth Motibhai Patel | Computer Science (MS) |
| Nischit Bipinbhai Patel | Computer Science (MS) |
| Saroj Kaashyap Pokkula | Computer Science (MS) |
| Griffin Powers | Organizational Leadership (M) |
| Anju Rani Rajaram | Special Education (MED) |
| Sai Pavan Kumar Rasamsetty | Information Technology (MS) |
| Sai Haritha Sardena | Computer Science (MS) |
| Nahida Seema | Biology (MS) |
| Alyssa Sergent | Educational Foundations (MED) |
| Kavya Priya Sibbala | Computer Science (MS) |
| Siddharth Arunkumar Singh | Civil Engineering (MS) |
| Vishakha Sisodiya | Information Technology (MS) |
| Rahul Raju Srinivasa Raju | Mechanical Engineering (MS) |
| Shashi Preetham Reddy Sureddy | Business Analytics (MS) |
| Sumana Talusani | Business Analytics (MS) |
| Prasad Vasudev Tikare | Computer Science (MS) |
| Swetha Chowdary Tummala | Computer Science (MS) |
| Tanmayee Veldi | Business Analytics (MS) |
| Sanjana Vuppla | Information Technology (MS) |
| Melody West | Educational Leadership - Principal Pre K-12 (MED) |
| Malathi Yalamarthi | Computer Science (MS) |
Bachelor’s
| Name | Diploma Descr |
|---|---|
| Lily Abrams | Environmental and Sustainability Studies (BA) |
| Mekhea Anne Agbayani | Nursing (BSN) |
| Nazreen Ali | Marketing (BSBA) |
| Raven Anderson | Nursing (BSN) |
| Astrid Anderson | Biomedical Science (BS) |
| Michael Antahn | Health Sciences - Allied Health (BS) |
| Ella Aspnes | Environmental and Sustainability Studies (BS) |
| Manbir Bal | Political Science (BS) |
| Paisley Baldwin | Psychology (BS) |
| Brooke Beil | Health Sciences - Fitness Wellness (BS) |
| Abigail Beloshapka | Elementary Education (BSED) |
| Kyan Bennett | Psychological Sciences (BS) |
| Soodi Bilavanh | Nursing - Accelerated Option (BSN) |
| Sean Bolus | Biology (BS) |
| Nyah Caniglia | Nursing - Option for Registered Nurses (BSN) |
| Kade Castle | Environmental and Sustainability Studies (BS) |
| Vincent Casumpang | Nursing - Option for Registered Nurses (BSN) |
| Nicole Chew | Interdisciplinary Studies - Hospitality Leadership 90-30 (B) |
| Kiyo Christopher | Communication Studies (BA) |
| Van Chu | Cybersecurity (BS) |
| Christopher Collins | Communication Studies (BS) |
| Hannah Cook | Criminology and Criminal Justice (BS) |
| Kane Davidson | Computer Science (BSCS) |
| Tayla Dees | Elementary Education (BSED) |
| Taylor Demarco | Interdisciplinary Studies - Strategic Leadership 90-30 (B) |
| Iris Dixon | Strategic Communication (BS) |
| Megan Dunn | Secondary Education - History and Social Studies (BSED) |
| Kaelah Duran | Nursing - Option for Registered Nurses (BSN) |
| Justin Eggan | Computer Science (BSCS) |
| Julia Farina-Morelos | Criminology and Criminal Justice (BS) |
| Elise Gabrielle Feliciano | Nursing (BSN) |
| Thomas Flippen | Accountancy (BSACCY) |
| Michael Garcia | Interdisciplinary Studies - Justice Studies 90-30 (B) |
| Lucy Girod | Elementary Education (BSED) |
| Dustin Gross | Nursing - Accelerated Option (BSN) |
| Emily Gundran | Interdisciplinary Studies - Justice Studies 90-30 (B) |
| Kennedy Hackbarth | Health Sciences - Public Health (BS) |
| Manu Hailame | Mathematics (BS) |
| Jasmyne Hammond | Criminology and Criminal Justice (BS) |
| Akari Hashimoto | Interdisciplinary Studies - Justice Studies 90-30 (B) |
| Hadi Hassani | Political Science (BS) |
| Natalie Horvath | Environmental and Sustainability Studies (BA) |
| Julie Hsia | Hotel and Restaurant Management (BS) |
| Brenna Hungerford | Criminology and Criminal Justice (BS) |
| Autumn Hunt | Management (BSBA) |
| Kayla Isla | Elementary Education (BSED) |
| Taylor Jenkins | Psychological Sciences (BS) |
| Kaitlyn Kame | Strategic Communication (BS) |
| Will Khanna | Strategic Communication (BS) |
| Sydney Lagman | Forestry (BSF) |
| Chrystal Li | Nursing - Accelerated Option (BSN) |
| James Lum | Finance (BSBA) |
| Yining Luo | English (BA) |
| Linzi Maddox | Management (BSBA) |
| Melyssa Mahan | Psychology (BS) |
| Simran Matken | Philosophy (BA) |
| Kaili Matthews | Chemistry (BS) |
| Star McNair | Nursing (BSN) |
| Stephanie Mendez | Interdisciplinary Studies - Strategic Leadership 90-30 (B) |
| Starlynn nadeau | Elementary Education (BSED) |
| Jennifer Ned | Communication Sciences and Disorders (BS) |
| Anissa Neerpat | Nursing (BSN) |
| Austin Paothatat | Mechanical Engineering (BS) |
| Kiona Peebles | Secondary Education - Biology (BSED) |
| Kathleen Pham | Health Sciences - Public Health (BS) |
| Malia Reyes | Communication Studies (BA) |
| Taylor Rios | Criminology and Criminal Justice (BS) |
| Victoria Royster | Interdisciplinary Studies - Applied Human Behavior 90-30 (B) |
| Isabelle Santor | Biomedical Science (BS) |
| John Segismundo | Secondary Education - English (BSED) |
| Annalee Smith | Psychological Sciences (BS) |
| Miranda Soe | Nursing - Option for Registered Nurses (BSN) |
| Eva Suarez | Health Sciences - Public Health (BS) |
| Kai Tainatongo | Management (BSBA) |
| Allison Tsosie | Biology (BS) |
| Lyle Tumarkin | Exercise Physiology (BS) |
| Dolavee Tumthong | Health Sciences - Public Health (BS) |
| Shai Tupas | Health Sciences - Allied Health (BS) |
| Colleen Ung | Microbiology (BS) |
| Aebriane Venezuela | Health Sciences - Public Health (BS) |
| Juliane Venezuela | Nursing (BSN) |
| Kaedee Vo | Nursing (BSN) |
| Chassity Weber | Criminology and Criminal Justice (BS) |
| Shravani Williams | Secondary Education - English (BSED) |
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