Commencement 2020
Commencement 2020
Congratulations Class of 2020!
Congratulations to the Ric Edelman College of Communication & Creative Arts' Class of 2020! While we're missing you today and wish we could be together, we are so proud of what you've accomplished, and can't wait to see what the future holds for you.
Check out a special message just for you from alumnus and our College's namesake Ric Edelman!
Congratulations From Your Faculty & Staff
Celebrating Your Accomplishments
2020 Medallion Winners
Alyssa Bauer
Public Relations
Anne S. Klein Professional Advisor Medallion for Outstanding Professional
"Receiving the Anne S. Klein Professional Advisor Medallion for Outstanding Professional is such an honor. It validates my professionalism, hard work, and contribution to the PR department."
Leann Carlson
Art
Parthenia J. Vandermark Creative Arts Award
"When I came to Rowan four years ago as a freshman, I would have never pictured myself receiving the Parthenia J. Vandermark Creative Arts Award. Westby Hall has been a second home for me throughout my years here, and I feel so honored to have been apart of the art community here on campus. I will always cherish the memories and art that I have created here."
Theresa Egan
Art
Harvey and Harriet Alpert Creative Achievement in Fine Arts Medallion.
"I am truly honored to have been selected as the recipient for the Harvey and Harriet Alpert Creative Achievement in Fine Arts Medallion. I would like to thank my painting professors and the Art Department for supporting me!"
Griffin Gallagher
Public Relations
Anthony J. Fulginiti Award for Excellence in Public Relations
"Receiving any medallion is always a humbling experience, but having Professor Fulginiti’s name on it makes it even more special to me. I’m honored to receive this medallion and I thank my family, friends, and amazing professors who’ve helped me earn it."
Iridian Gonzalez
Journalism
Claudia Cuddy Award for Excellence in Editing and Publishing Medallion
“I am very honored to have been selected as one of the Edelman CCCA Medallion recipients. I want to thank everyone who supported me and taught me in the last two years. Rowan University and especially the CCCA department made me feel welcomed since day one. Grateful to be able to call myself a graduating Prof.”
Kirsten Hoffman
Art Education
Rodney E. Gates Award for Excellence in Art Education Medallion
“I started at Rowan as a Elementary education major with a dual major in History. I’ve always been an artist and all it took was one professor to tell me I wasn't in the right place and to change my major to Art Education. Receiving the Rodney E. Gates Award for Excellence in Art Education Medallion shows me that I made the right choice and that I’m right where I need to be.”
Sean Kelly
Radio, Television & Film
Bierman Family Award
"It means the world to be selected for the Bierman Family Award. I've had Professor Bierman for three classes, and his guidance and vast knowledge of the industry has helped me succeed in all aspects of media production."
Janna MacPherson
Communications Studies
Excellence in Communication Studies Medallion
"Having been selected for the Excellence in Communication Studies Medallion has meant the world to me as a student, researcher and engaged citizen. This award continues to energize my passion for research & social change. I am so grateful for the professors whose dedication and enthusiasm have instilled in me a love of learning."
Jodi Moser
Radio, Television & Film
Donovan Family Award for Excellence in Radio, TV and Film Medallion
“Receiving the Donovan Family Award for Excellence in Radio, TV and Film Medallion is such an honor to have my senior year. Rowan has given me all of the necessities I needed to excel in radio, television and film so I am thrilled that I used them to my advantage to succeed as an RTF graduate. Thank you so much to those who chose me for this honor, it’s just the start of the great things I wish to accomplish.”
Morgan Riccobene
Writing Arts
Excellence in Writing Arts Award
“I am extremely grateful to all of the professors that nominated me to be the Excellence in Writing Arts Award Medallion recipient. Not only do I feel honored as a student earning an academic achievement, but also as a writer going into the professional field who now knows I have made an impact on my professors through my hard work and writings. I only hope to continue impacting others with my work throughout my career.”
Karlee Rogers
Biomedical Art & Visualization
Ann B. Ward (College of Performing Arts)
"I am so honored to receive this prestigious medallion award for my efforts during my time in the Biomedical Art and Visualization Program. After having graduated from Rowan and returning in pursuit of a new and exciting career in medical visualization, this recognition reinforces to me that I am now on the right path. I am incredibly grateful for all who provided support, guidance, and encouragement along the way."
Ciara Sikking
Public Relations
Anne Sceia Klein Professional Advisor Medallion
"I am honored and thrilled to receive the Anne Sceia Klein Professional Advisor Medallion. I owe this and all my achievements over the past 4 years to Rowan University, my amazing professors, and my wonderful friends for helping me thrive. As a member of the class of 2020, I leave with immense Prof pride and the confidence to take on whatever comes next."
Chloe Smith
Public Relations & Advertising
Hal Vogel Award for Excellence in Advertising
"I'm so happy to receive the Hal Vogel Award for Excellence in Advertising. Over the last two years, I've totally enjoyed learning about advertising and PR from the great professors at Rowan. This award feels like a vote of confidence from the department, and I'm extremely grateful!"
Isha Strasser
M.A. Writing Arts
Toni Libro Outstanding Master of Arts in Writing Student
"Thank you to the legion of incredible professors in the Writing Arts Department--you've given me the literary tools to implement a vision for a more beautiful world, and to write my way there one sentence at a time."
Alyssa Sullivan
Journalism
Jack Gillespie Award for Excellence in Journalism
"I became a journalist to come as close as possible to the heart of the world and because of Rowan University, I took this lesson with me to two metropolitan TV affiliates and a national show. I want to wholeheartedly thank Rowan, my mentors, and the entire journalism faculty for seeing and developing the realm of possibility that lies within me. Someone once said, 'Journalism is the first rough draft of history.' I'm proud that I was able to put pen to paper for the first time at this outstanding university."
2020 Scholarship & Award Winners
Lydia Riddell
Audrey Zhou
Jessica Angelini
Elizabeth Fedoriw
Jordyn Erard-Coupe
AJ Amoroso
Molly Rubinstein
Kelly Higginbotham
Katie Swope
Traci Chappell
Regina Murphy
Sara Todd
Breyanna Chiles-Gaines
Sean Barnett
Grace Coulthurst
Vanessa Livingstone
Craig Monroe Scholoarship
Andrew Smith
Erika Solis
Breyanna Chiles-Gaines
Camryn Hadley
Sean Barnett
Gary Panter
Julie Darpino
Dyone Payne
Marissa Stanko
Donna Mehalchick-Opal
Carmen Grasso
Alex Geffard
Rowan Radio 89.7 WGLS-FM
Gary Erdelyi
Josh Ticcino
Katie Francis