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Stuart-Shuman receives diploma on stage with Narce Rodriguez
Stuart-Shuman "lives the inherent activism, candor, humor, and resilience that are hallmarks of this vital study," said V Martin, director of the Center for Gender Equity.
Sammie Calkins '22
"Sammie's enduring passion for musical theatre and her dedication to hard work with musicians, actors, and stage crew makes her a perfect candidate for this award," said Professor Dijana Ihas.
Deontae Massey-Johnson
"Mr. Massey-Johnson's tenacity, maturity, passion, intellectual growth supersedes most of his peers," faculty wrote.
Zoraida Espinoza '22
Espinoza is “the total package," said Politics & Government Professor Paul Snell. "She is an outstanding, hard-working, compassionate student."
Kara Putman
"Once here, Kara particularly focused on Act in Kindness Day and the Love Rocks initiative, highlighting her strengths in building a community of care. As a future dentist, Kara has traveled internationally with Global Brigades, and has worked to establish a chapter of Global Brigades here at Pacific — still a work in progress, but without Kara's initiative would not even be seed here."
Zane French '22
He is a triple major in computer science, mathematics and economics who has been an intern at Intel Corp., where he will work full-time upon graduation.
Rachel Hakim
"While she has participated in many clubs over the years, Rachel is most recognized for being one of the co-founding presidents of the Pacific University chapter of the American Marketing Association," said Business Professor Hossein Rikhtehgar Berenji.
Shun Wetlesen
He was a part of Student Senate, Japan Club, ACE Board, and a lead in the Student Multicultural Center. He has advocated for student rights across campus and been a part of several community engagement activities.
Elle Cordima
Cordima "oozes positivity and couples their fearlessness with kindness," said Dean of Students Jonathon Hyde.

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