Day-of-Programs
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CEREMONY 1: Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services - Monday, May 22, at 9 a.m.
Program
PROCESSIONAL: Pomp and Circumstance Marches, Op. 39, Composed by Sir Edward Elgar
NATIONAL ANTHEM: Performed by the Cal State LA Chamber Singers
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: Ron Vogel, Dean, Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services
WELCOME: Ron Vogel, Dean, Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services
PRESIDENT’S ADDRESS: William A. Covino, President
BACCALAUREATE HONORS: Tony Sinay, Associate Dean, Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR DEGREES: Jose A. Gomez, Provost and Executive Vice President
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR DOCTORAL DEGREES: Ron Vogel, Dean, Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR MASTER’S DEGREES: Ron Vogel, Dean, Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR BACHELOR’S DEGREES: Ron Vogel, Dean, Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services
CONFERRAL OF DEGREES: William A. Covino, President
CLOSING: Ron Vogel, Dean, Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services
UNIVERSITY HYMN: Performed by the Cal State LA Chamber Singers
RECESSIONAL: Graduation March Music, Aida, Grand March
Faculty Marshals
College Grand Marshal: Jessica Dennis, Chair, Department of Child and Family Studies
Associate College Grand Marshal: Jessica Morales-Chicas, Faculty, Department of Child and Family Studies
University Banner Carrier: Edward Lopez, Faculty, Department of Child and Family Studies
University Banner Carrier Escort: Renee Johnson, Faculty, Patricia A. Chin School of Nursing
College Banner Carrier: Christina Recinos, Faculty, Patricia A. Chin School of Nursing
College Banner Carrier Escort: Raymund Gantioque, Faculty, Patricia A. Chin School of Nursing
Hooders:
- Allison Fuligni, Faculty, Department of Child and Family Studies
- Renee Johnson, Faculty, Patricia A. Chin School of Nursing
- Claudia Kouyoumdjian, Faculty, Department of Child and Family Studies
- Jean O’Neil, Faculty, Patricia A. Chin School of Nursing
Members of the Stage Party
President of the University: William A. Covino
Vice President for University Advancement: Robert Avalos
Chair of the Academic Senate/ Bearer of Mace: Kris Bezdecny
Interim Vice President for Student Life: Grace Castillo
Interim Dean of Students: Danielle Chambers
2023-2024 ASI President: Yahir Flores
Provost and Executive Vice President: Jose A. Gomez
Interim Vice President for Administration and Chief Financial Officer: Queen King
Associate Dean, Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services: Tony Sinay
Dean, University Library: Carlos Rodriguez
Dean, Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services: Ron Vogel
National Anthem
Oh, say can you see,
By the dawn’s early light,
What so proudly we hailed,
At the twilight’s last gleaming?
Whose broad stripes and bright stars,
Through the perilous fight,
O’er the ramparts we watched,
Were so gallantly streaming.
And the rocket’s red glare,
The bombs bursting in air,
Gave proof through the night,
That our flag was still there.
Oh say does that star spangled banner yet wave,
O’er the land of the free, and the home of the brave.
University Hymn
All hail to thee, our alma mater dear!
We sing with faith and pride thy praises far and near.
We dedicate our lives to truth and peace and right,
To give the world the torch of freedom’s light.
Hail, All Hail!
Marian Crowell Bessette, ’49
CEREMONY 2: Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services - Monday, May 22, at 2:30 p.m.
Program
PROCESSIONAL: Pomp and Circumstance Marches, Op. 39, Composed by Sir Edward Elgar
NATIONAL ANTHEM: Performed by the Cal State LA Chamber Singers
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: Ron Vogel, Dean, Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services
WELCOME: Ron Vogel, Dean, Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services
PRESIDENT’S ADDRESS: William A. Covino, President
BACCALAUREATE HONORS: Tony Sinay, Associate Dean, Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR DEGREES: Jose A. Gomez, Provost and Executive Vice President
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR DOCTORAL DEGREES: Ron Vogel, Dean, Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR MASTER’S DEGREES: Ron Vogel, Dean, Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR BACHELOR’S DEGREES: Ron Vogel, Dean, Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services
CONFERRAL OF DEGREES: William A. Covino, President
CLOSING: Ron Vogel, Dean, Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services
UNIVERSITY HYMN: Performed by the Cal State LA Chamber Singers
RECESSIONAL: Graduation March Music, Aida, Grand March
Faculty Marshals
College Grand Marshal: Chandan Suresh, Faculty, Department of Communication Disorders
Associate College Grand Marshal: Ndifreke Etim, Faculty, Department of Public Health
University Banner Carrier: Ian Morton, Faculty, Department of Communication Disorders
University Banner Carrier Escort: Alaina Bassett, Faculty, Department of Communication Disorders
College Banner Carrier: Gregory Stevens, Faculty, Department of Public Health
College Banner Carrier Escort: Kimberly Kisler Pisca, Faculty, Department of Public Health
Hooders:
- Nancy Cohick, Faculty, Department of Communication Disorders
- Joanna Doran, Faculty, School of Social Work
- Maria Hernandez, Faculty, School of Social Work
- Beth Hoffman, Faculty, Department of Public Health
- Peter Ivory, Faculty, Department of Communication Disorders
- Miles Peterson, Faculty, Department of Communication Disorders
- Gabriela Simon-Cereijido, Faculty, Department of Communication Disorders
- Melanie Sabado-Liwag, Faculty, Department of Public Health
Members of the Stage Party
President of the University: William A. Covino
Vice President for University Advancement: Robert Avalos
Chair of the Academic Senate/ Bearer of Mace: Kris Bezdecny
Interim Vice President for Student Life: Grace Castillo
Interim Dean of Students: Danielle Chambers
2023-2024 ASI President: Yahir Flores
Provost and Executive Vice President: Jose A. Gomez
Interim Vice President for Administration and Chief Financial Officer: Queen King
Associate Dean, Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services: Tony Sinay
Associate Vice President, International Programs and Global Education, and Dean, College of Professional and Global Education: Harkmore Lee
Dean, Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services: Ron Vogel
National Anthem
Oh, say can you see,
By the dawn’s early light,
What so proudly we hailed,
At the twilight’s last gleaming?
Whose broad stripes and bright stars,
Through the perilous fight,
O’er the ramparts we watched,
Were so gallantly streaming.
And the rocket’s red glare,
The bombs bursting in air,
Gave proof through the night,
That our flag was still there.
Oh say does that star spangled banner yet wave,
O’er the land of the free, and the home of the brave.
University Hymn
All hail to thee, our alma mater dear!
We sing with faith and pride thy praises far and near.
We dedicate our lives to truth and peace and right,
To give the world the torch of freedom’s light.
Hail, All Hail!
Marian Crowell Bessette, ’49
CEREMONY 3: Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services - Tuesday, May 23, at 9 a.m.
Program
PROCESSIONAL: Pomp and Circumstance Marches, Op. 39, Composed by Sir Edward Elgar
NATIONAL ANTHEM: Performed by the Cal State LA Chamber Singers
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: Ron Vogel, Dean, Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services
WELCOME: Ron Vogel, Dean, Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services
PRESIDENT’S ADDRESS: William A. Covino, President
BACCALAUREATE HONORS: Tony Sinay, Associate Dean, Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR DEGREES: Michelle Hawley, Associate Vice President and Dean of Undergraduate Studies
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR DOCTORAL DEGREES: Ron Vogel, Dean, Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR MASTER’S DEGREES: Ron Vogel, Dean, Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR BACHELOR’S DEGREES: Ron Vogel, Dean, Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services
CONFERRAL OF DEGREES: William A. Covino, President
CLOSING: Ron Vogel, Dean, Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services
UNIVERSITY HYMN: Performed by the Cal State LA Chamber Singers
RECESSIONAL: Graduation March Music, Aida, Grand March
Faculty Marshals
College Grand Marshal: Mandy Hillstrom, Faculty, Department of Nutrition and Food Science
Associate College Grand Marshal: Asminet Ling, Faculty, School of Criminal Justice and Criminalistics
University Banner Carrier: Sunil Mangalassary, Faculty, Department of Nutrition and Food Science
University Banner Carrier Escort: Sierra Cordova, Faculty, School of Kinesiology
College Banner Carrier: Jane Gauthier, Faculty, School of Criminal Justice and Criminalistics
College Banner Carrier Escort: Saemi Lee, Faculty, School of Kinesiology
Hooders:
- George Crocker, Faculty, School of Kinesiology
- Mandy Hillstrom, Faculty, Department of Nutrition and Food Science
- Anureet Kaur, Faculty, Department of Nutrition and Food Science
- Katherine Roberts, Faculty, School of Criminal Justice and Criminalistics
- Jay Vargas, Faculty, School of Criminal Justice and Criminalistics
Members of the Stage Party
President of the University: William A. Covino
Vice President for University Advancement: Robert Avalos
Chair of the Academic Senate/ Bearer of Mace: Kris Bezdecny
Interim Vice President for Student Life: Grace Castillo
Interim Dean of Students: Danielle Chambers
Associate Vice President and Dean of Undergraduate Studies: Michelle Hawley
Interim Vice President for Administration and Chief Financial Officer: Queen King
Associate Vice President, International Programs and Global Education, and Dean, College of Professional and Global Education: Harkmore Lee
Associate Dean, Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services: Tony Sinay
Dean, Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services: Ron Vogel
National Anthem
Oh, say can you see,
By the dawn’s early light,
What so proudly we hailed,
At the twilight’s last gleaming?
Whose broad stripes and bright stars,
Through the perilous fight,
O’er the ramparts we watched,
Were so gallantly streaming.
And the rocket’s red glare,
The bombs bursting in air,
Gave proof through the night,
That our flag was still there.
Oh say does that star spangled banner yet wave,
O’er the land of the free, and the home of the brave.
University Hymn
All hail to thee, our alma mater dear!
We sing with faith and pride thy praises far and near.
We dedicate our lives to truth and peace and right,
To give the world the torch of freedom’s light.
Hail, All Hail!
Marian Crowell Bessette, ’49
CEREMONY 4: College of Arts and Letters - Tuesday, May 23, at 2:30 p.m.
Program
PROCESSIONAL: Pomp and Circumstance Marches, Op. 39, Composed by Sir Edward Elgar
NATIONAL ANTHEM: Performed by the Cal State LA Chamber Singers
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: Stephen M. Trzaskoma, Dean, College of Arts and Letters
WELCOME: Stephen M. Trzaskoma Dean, College of Arts and Letters
PRESIDENT’S ADDRESS: William A. Covino, President
STUDENT SPEAKER: Joseph Lee, Master of Arts, Communication Studies
BACCALAUREATE HONORS: Katherine Weiss, Associate Dean, College of Arts and Letters
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR DEGREES: Michelle Hawley, Associate Vice President and Dean of Undergraduate Studies
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR MASTER’S DEGREES: Stephen M. Trzaskoma, Dean, College of Arts and Letters
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR BACHELOR’S DEGREES: Stephen M. Trzaskoma, Dean, College of Arts and Letters
CONFERRAL OF DEGREES: William A. Covino, President
CLOSING: Stephen M. Trzaskoma, Dean, College of Arts and Letters
UNIVERSITY HYMN: Performed by the Cal State LA Chamber Singers
RECESSIONAL: Graduation March Music, Aida, Grand March
Faculty Marshals
College Grand Marshal: Kristina Ruiz-Mesa, Faculty, Department of Communication Studies
Associate College Grand Marshal: Marina Cuzovic-Severn, Faculty, Modern Languages and Literatures
Past Grand Marshal
- Christopher Gravis Faculty, Department of Music
- Kevin Baaske Faculty, Department of Communication Studies
University Banner Carrier: Sara Graef, Faculty, Department of Music
University Banner Carrier Escort:
- Dalila Droege, Faculty, Department of Television, Film, and Media Studies
- Gretchen Angelo, Faculty, Modern Languages and Literatures
College Banner Carrier: Michael Calabrese, Faculty, Department of English
College Banner Carrier Escort:
- Karyn Lawrence, Faculty, Department of Theatre and Dance
- Rachel Pearl, Faculty, Department of Television, Film, and Media Studies
Faculty Aligner / Seater:
- Meredith Greenburg, Faculty, Department of Theatre and Dance
- Adam Snow, Faculty, Department of Music
Hooders:
- Mohammed Abed, Faculty, Department of Philosophy
- Kamran Afary, Faculty, Department of Communication Studies
- Gretchen Angelo, Faculty, Modern Languages and Literatures
- Mika Cho, Faculty, Department of Art
- Michael Clarke, Faculty, Department of Television, Film, and Media Studies
- Richard Dean, Faculty, Department of Philosophy
- Jane McKeever, Faculty, Department of Television, Film, and Media Studies
- Sarah Minslow, Faculty, Department of English
- Emily Moss, Faculty, Department of Music
- Mijan Rahman, Faculty, Department of English
- Suzanne Regan, Faculty, Department of Television, Film, and Media Studies
- Elena Retzer, Faculty, Department of Modern Languages and Literatures
- Stephen Rothman, Faculty, Department of Theatre and Dance
- Kristina Ruiz-Mesa, Faculty, Department of Communication Studies
- Amy Santoferraro, Faculty, Department of Art
- Beverly Stein, Faculty, Department of Music
Members of the Stage Party
President of the University: William A. Covino
Vice President for University Advancement: Robert Avalos
Chair of the Academic Senate/ Bearer of Mace: Kris Bezdecny
Interim Vice President for Student Life: Grace Castillo
Interim Dean of Students: Danielle Chambers
2023-2024 ASI President: Yahir Flores
Associate Vice President and Dean of Undergraduate Studies: Michelle Hawley
Interim Vice President for Administration and Chief Financial Officer: Queen King
Student Speaker: Joseph Lee
Dean, University Library: Carlos Rodriguez
Dean, College of Arts and Letters: Stephen M. Trzaskoma
Associate Dean, College of Arts and Letters: Katherine Weiss
National Anthem
Oh, say can you see,
By the dawn’s early light,
What so proudly we hailed,
At the twilight’s last gleaming?
Whose broad stripes and bright stars,
Through the perilous fight,
O’er the ramparts we watched,
Were so gallantly streaming.
And the rocket’s red glare,
The bombs bursting in air,
Gave proof through the night,
That our flag was still there.
Oh say does that star spangled banner yet wave,
O’er the land of the free, and the home of the brave.
University Hymn
All hail to thee, our alma mater dear!
We sing with faith and pride thy praises far and near.
We dedicate our lives to truth and peace and right,
To give the world the torch of freedom’s light.
Hail, All Hail!
Marian Crowell Bessette, ’49
CEREMONY 5: College of Ethnic Studies and College of Natural and Social Sciences - Wednesday, May 24, at 9 a.m.
Program
PROCESSIONAL: Pomp and Circumstance Marches, Op. 39, Composed by Sir Edward Elgar
NATIONAL ANTHEM: Performed by the Cal State LA Chamber Singers
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: Julianne Malveaux, Dean, College of Ethnic Studies
WELCOME:
- Julianne Malveaux, Dean, College of Ethnic Studies
- René Vellanoweth, Dean, College of Natural and Social Sciences
PRESIDENT’S ADDRESS: William A. Covino, President
CONFERRAL OF HONORARY DOCTOR OF HUMANE LETTERS TO GEORGE L. PLA: William A. Covino, President
GUEST SPEAKER: George L. Pla, Founder and CEO of Cordoba Corporation
STUDENT SPEAKER: Ashley Briggs, Bachelor of Arts, Pan-African Studies, Cum Laude
BACCALAUREATE HONORS:
- Miguel Zavala Associate, Dean, College of Ethnic Studies
- Alison McCurdy, Associate Dean, College of Natural and Social Sciences
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR DEGREES: Michelle Hawley, Associate Vice President and Dean of Undergraduate Studies
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR MASTER’S DEGREES:
- Julianne Malveaux Dean, College of Ethnic Studies
- René Vellanoweth Dean, College of Natural and Social Sciences
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR BACHELOR’S DEGREES:
- Julianne Malveaux, Dean, College of Ethnic Studies
- René Vellanoweth, Dean, College of Natural and Social Sciences
CONFERRAL OF DEGREES: William A. Covino, President
CLOSING:
- Julianne Malveaux, Dean, College of Ethnic Studies
- René Vellanoweth, Dean, College of Natural and Social Sciences
UNIVERSITY HYMN: Performed by the Cal State LA Chamber Singers
RECESSIONAL: Graduation March Music, Aida, Grand March
Faculty Marshals
College Grand Marshal: Robert Weide, Faculty, Department of Sociology
Associate College Grand Marshal: Michael Hayes, Faculty, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
Past Grand Marshal: Krishna Foster, Faculty, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
University Banner Carrier: Nancy McQueen, Faculty, Department of Biological Sciences
University Banner Carrier Escort: Heidi Riggio, Faculty, Department of Psychology
College Banner Carrier:
- Wai Kit Choi, Chair, Department of Asian and Asian American Studies
- Anita Tijerina Revilla, Chair, Department of Chicana(o) and Latina(o) Studies
- Choi Chatterjee, Faculty, Department of History
College Banner Carrier Escort: Aaron Sonnenschein, Faculty, Department of Anthropology
Faculty Aligner/ Seater:
- Chris Endy, Faculty, Department of History
- Roseanne Giarrusso, Faculty, Department of Sociology
Hooders:
- Anita Tijerina Revilla, Chair, Department of Chicana(o) and Latina(o) Studies
- Kristen Discola, Faculty, Department of Sociology
- Roseann Giarrusso, Faculty, Department of Sociology
- Chongmyoung Lee, Faculty, Department of Political Science
- Ericka Verba, Faculty, Department of Latin American Studies
Members of the Stage Party
President of the University: William A. Covino
Vice President for University Advancement: Robert Avalos
Mayor of Los Angeles: Karen Bass
Chair of the Academic Senate/ Bearer of Mace: Kris Bezdecny
Student Speaker: Ashley Briggs
Interim Vice President for Student Life: Grace Castillo
Interim Dean of Students: Danielle Chambers
2023-2024 ASI President: Yahir Flores
Provost and Executive Vice President: Jose A. Gomez
Associate Vice President and Dean of Undergraduate Studies: Michelle Hawley
Interim Vice President for Administration and Chief Financial Officer: Queen King
Associate Vice President, International Programs and Global Education, and Dean, College of Professional and Global Education: Harkmore Lee
Associate Dean, College of Natural and Social Sciences: Alison McCurdy
Dean, College of Ethnic Studies: Julianne Malveaux
Superintendent-President, Long Beach City College: Mike Muñoz
Associate Vice President and Chief Information Officer: Chioma Ndubuisi
Associate Dean, College of Natural and Social Sciences: Robert Nissen
Honorary Degree Recipient: George L. Pla
Dean, University Library: Carlos Rodriguez
Chancellor, Los Angeles Community College District: Francisco C. Rodriguez
Dean, College of Natural and Social Sciences: René Vellanoweth
Associate Dean, College of Ethnic Studies: Miguel Zavala
National Anthem
Oh, say can you see,
By the dawn’s early light,
What so proudly we hailed,
At the twilight’s last gleaming?
Whose broad stripes and bright stars,
Through the perilous fight,
O’er the ramparts we watched,
Were so gallantly streaming.
And the rocket’s red glare,
The bombs bursting in air,
Gave proof through the night,
That our flag was still there.
Oh say does that star spangled banner yet wave,
O’er the land of the free, and the home of the brave.
University Hymn
All hail to thee, our alma mater dear!
We sing with faith and pride thy praises far and near.
We dedicate our lives to truth and peace and right,
To give the world the torch of freedom’s light.
Hail, All Hail!
Marian Crowell Bessette, ’49
CEREMONY 6: College of Natural and Social Sciences - Wednesday, May 24, at 2:30 p.m.
Program
PROCESSIONAL: Pomp and Circumstance Marches, Op. 39, Composed by Sir Edward Elgar
NATIONAL ANTHEM: Performed by the Cal State LA Chamber Singers
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: René Vellanoweth, Dean, College of Natural and Social Sciences
WELCOME: René Vellanoweth, Dean, College of Natural and Social Sciences
PRESIDENT’S ADDRESS: William A. Covino, President
STUDENT SPEAKER: Cindy Nguyen, Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry, Summa Cum Laude
BACCALAUREATE HONORS:Robert Nissen, Associate Dean, College of Natural and Social Sciences
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR DEGREES: Michelle Hawley, Associate Vice President and Dean of Undergraduate Studies
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR MASTER’S DEGREES: René Vellanoweth, Dean, College of Natural and Social Sciences
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR BACHELOR’S DEGREES: René Vellanoweth, Dean, College of Natural and Social Sciences
CONFERRAL OF DEGREES: William A. Covino, President
CLOSING: René Vellanoweth, Dean, College of Natural and Social Sciences
UNIVERSITY HYMN: Performed by the Cal State LA Chamber Singers
RECESSIONAL: Graduation March Music, Aida, Grand March
Faculty Marshals
College Grand Marshal: Robert Weide, Faculty, Department of Sociology
Associate College Grand Marshal: Michael Hayes, Faculty, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
Past Grand Marshal: Krishna Foster, Faculty, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
University Banner Carrier: Nancy McQueen, Faculty, Department of Biological Sciences
University Banner Carrier Escort: Heidi Riggio, Faculty, Department of Psychology
College Banner Carrier: Eric Wood, Faculty, Department of Biological Sciences
College Banner Carrier Escort: Corinne Bower, Faculty, Department of Psychology
Faculty Aligner/ Seater:
- Alma Olaguez, Faculty, Department of Psychology
- Yvette Szabo, Faculty, Department of Psychology
Hooders:
- Andres Aguilar, Faculty, Department of Biological Sciences
- Mitchell Eisen, Faculty, Department of Psychology
- Joel Ellwanger, Faculty, Department of Psychology
- Jennifer Garrison, Faculty, Department of Geoscience and Environment
- Silvia Heubach, Faculty, Department of Mathematics
- Daphne Der-Fen Liu, Faculty, Department of Mathematics
- Stephen Mulherin, Faculty, Department of Geoscience and Environment
- Paul Nerenberg, Faculty, Department of Physics and Astronomy
Members of the Stage Party
President of the University: William A. Covino
Vice President for University Advancement: Robert Avalos
Chair of the Academic Senate/ Bearer of Mace: Kris Bezdecny
Interim Vice President for Student Life: Grace Castillo
Interim Dean of Students: Danielle Chambers
2023-2024 ASI President: Yahir Flores
Associate Vice President and Dean of Undergraduate Studies: Michelle Hawley
Interim Vice President for Administration and Chief Financial Officer: Queen King
Associate Dean, College of Natural and Social Sciences: Alison McCurdy
2022-2023 ASI President: Bryan Nguyen
Student Speaker: Cindy Nguyen
Associate Dean, College of Natural and Social Sciences: Robert Nissen
Dean, College of Natural and Social Sciences: René Vellanoweth
National Anthem
Oh, say can you see,
By the dawn’s early light,
What so proudly we hailed,
At the twilight’s last gleaming?
Whose broad stripes and bright stars,
Through the perilous fight,
O’er the ramparts we watched,
Were so gallantly streaming.
And the rocket’s red glare,
The bombs bursting in air,
Gave proof through the night,
That our flag was still there.
Oh say does that star spangled banner yet wave,
O’er the land of the free, and the home of the brave.
University Hymn
All hail to thee, our alma mater dear!
We sing with faith and pride thy praises far and near.
We dedicate our lives to truth and peace and right,
To give the world the torch of freedom’s light.
Hail, All Hail!
Marian Crowell Bessette, ’49
CEREMONY 7: College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology - Thursday, May 25, at 9 a.m.
Program
PROCESSIONAL: Pomp and Circumstance Marches, Op. 39, Composed by Sir Edward Elgar
NATIONAL ANTHEM: Performed by the Cal State LA Chamber Singers
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: Nancy Warter-Perez, Dean, College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology
WELCOME: Nancy Warter-Perez, Dean, College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology
PRESIDENT’S ADDRESS: William A. Covino, President
STUDENT SPEAKER: Maria Klariza Tan Madrazo, Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering, Magna Cum Laude
BACCALAUREATE HONORS: Mark R. Tufenkjian, Associate Dean, College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR DEGREES: Jose A. Gomez, Provost and Executive Vice President
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR MASTER’S DEGREES: Nancy Warter-Perez, Dean, College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR BACHELOR’S DEGREES: Nancy Warter-Perez, Dean, College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology
CONFERRAL OF DEGREES: William A. Covino, President
CLOSING: Nancy Warter-Perez, Dean, College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology
UNIVERSITY HYMN: Performed by the Cal State LA Chamber Singers
RECESSIONAL: Graduation March Music, Aida, Grand March
Faculty Marshals
College Grand Marshal: Elaine Kang, Faculty, Department of Computer Science
Associate College Grand Marshal: David Blekhman, Faculty, Department of Technology
University Banner Carrier: Manveen Kaur, Faculty, Department of Computer Science
University Banner Carrier Escort:
- Ankit Gupta, Faculty, Department of Technology
- Curtis Wang, Faculty, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
College Banner Carrier: Corin Bowen, Faculty, Department of Civil Engineering
College Banner Carrier Escort:
- Maryam Nazari, Faculty, Department of Civil Engineering
- Deborah Won, Faculty, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
Faculty Aligner/ Seater:
- Mauricio Castillo, Faculty, Department of Technology
- Tonatiuh Rodriguez-Nikl, Faculty, Department of Civil Engineering
Hooders:
- Zilong Ye, Faculty, Department of Computer Science
- Arezoo Khodayari, Faculty, Department of Civil Engineering
Members of the Stage Party
President of the University: William A. Covino
Vice President for University Advancement: Robert Avalos
Chair of the Academic Senate/ Bearer of Mace: Kris Bezdecny
Interim Vice President for Student Life: Grace Castillo
Interim Dean of Students: Danielle Chambers
2023-2024 ASI President: Yahir Flores
Provost and Executive Vice President: Jose A. Gomez
Interim Vice President for Administration and Chief Financial Officer: Queen King
Student Speaker: Maria Klariza Tan Madrazo
Associate Vice President and Chief Information Officer: Chioma Ndubuisi
Dean, University Library: Carlos Rodriguez
Associate Dean, College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology: Mark R. Tufenkjian
Dean, College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology: Nancy Warter-Perez
National Anthem
Oh, say can you see,
By the dawn’s early light,
What so proudly we hailed,
At the twilight’s last gleaming?
Whose broad stripes and bright stars,
Through the perilous fight,
O’er the ramparts we watched,
Were so gallantly streaming.
And the rocket’s red glare,
The bombs bursting in air,
Gave proof through the night,
That our flag was still there.
Oh say does that star spangled banner yet wave,
O’er the land of the free, and the home of the brave.
University Hymn
All hail to thee, our alma mater dear!
We sing with faith and pride thy praises far and near.
We dedicate our lives to truth and peace and right,
To give the world the torch of freedom’s light.
Hail, All Hail!
Marian Crowell Bessette, ’49
CEREMONY 8: College of Education - Thursday, May 25, at 2:30 p.m.
Program
PROCESSIONAL: Pomp and Circumstance Marches, Op. 39, Composed by Sir Edward Elgar
NATIONAL ANTHEM: Performed by the Cal State LA Chamber Singers
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: Mitch J. Fryling, Dean, College of Education
WELCOME: Mitch J. Fryling, Dean, College of Education
PRESIDENT’S ADDRESS: William A. Covino, President
STUDENT SPEAKER: Debra Duardo, Los Angeles County Superintendent of Schools, Los Angeles County Office of Education
BACCALAUREATE HONORS: A.Dee Williams, Associate Dean, College of Education
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR DEGREES: Jose A. Gomez, Provost and Executive Vice President
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR DOCTORAL DEGREES: Mitch J. Fryling, Dean, College of Education
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR MASTER’S DEGREES: Mitch J. Fryling, Dean, College of Education
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR BACHELOR’S DEGREES: Mitch J. Fryling, Dean, College of Education
CONFERRAL OF DEGREES: William A. Covino, President
CLOSING: Mitch J. Fryling, Dean, College of Education
UNIVERSITY HYMN: Performed by the Cal State LA Chamber Singers
RECESSIONAL: Graduation March Music, Aida, Grand March
Faculty Marshals
College Grand Marshal: Sharon Ulanoff, Faculty, Division of Curriculum and Instruction
Associate College Grand Marshal: Emily Hernandez Faculty, Division of Special Education and Counseling
University Banner Carrier: Theresa Meyerott, Faculty, Division of Applied and Advanced Studies in Education
University Banner Carrier Escort: Albert Jones, Faculty, Division of Applied and Advanced Studies in Education
College Banner Carrier: Bryan Thornton, Faculty, Division of Special Education and Counseling
College Banner Carrier Escort: Michael Carter, Faculty, Division of Special Education and Counseling
Faculty Aligner/ Seater:
- Ambika Raj, Faculty, Division of Curriculum and Instruction
- Jennifer Symon, Faculty, Division of Special Education and Counseling
- Natalie Williams Awodeha, Faculty, Division of Special Education and Counseling
Hooders:
- Karin Elliott Brown, Dean of Graduate Studies
- Michael Carter, Faculty, Division of Special Education and Counseling
- Robin Dodds, Faculty, Division of Special Education and Counseling
- Charles Flores, Faculty, Division of Applied and Advanced Studies in Education
- Oona Fontanella-Nothom, Faculty, Division of Curriculum and Instruction
- Veronica Gonzalez, Faculty, Division of Curriculum and Instruction
- Kezia Gopaul-Knights, Faculty, Division of Special Education and Counseling
- Anthony Hernandez, Faculty, Division of Applied and Advanced Studies in Education
- Manisha Javeri, Faculty, Division of Applied and Advanced Studies in Education
- Cheryl Kamei-Hannan, Faculty, Division of Applied and Advanced Studies in Education
- Michele Mahr, Faculty, Division of Special Education and Counseling
- Allison Mattheis, Faculty, Division of Applied and Advanced Studies in Education
- Brenda Naimy, Faculty, Division of Special Education and Counseling
- Maria Oropeza-Fujimoto, Faculty, Division of Applied and Advanced Studies in Education
- Anna Osipova, Faculty, Division of Special Education and Counseling
- Ambika Raj, Faculty, Division of Curriculum and Instruction
- Jennifer Symon, Faculty, Division of Special Education and Counseling
- Bryan Thornton, Faculty, Division of Special Education and Counseling
- Sharon Ulanoff, Faculty, Division of Curriculum and Instruction
- Michele Wallace, Faculty, Division of Special Education and Counseling
- A. Dee Williams, Associate Dean, College of Education
Members of the Stage Party
President of the University: William A. Covino
Vice President for University Advancement: Robert Avalos
Chair of the Academic Senate/ Bearer of Mace: Kris Bezdecny
Interim Vice President for Student Life: Grace Castillo
Interim Dean of Students: Danielle Chambers
Guest Speaker: Debra Duardo
2023-2024 ASI President: Yahir Flores
Dean, College of Education: Mitch J. Fryling
Provost and Executive Vice President: Jose A. Gomez
Interim Vice President for Administration and Chief Financial Officer: Queen King
Associate Vice President, International Programs and Global Education, and Dean, College of Professional and Global Education: Harkmore Lee
Dean, University Library: Carlos Rodriguez
Associate Dean, College of Education: A.Dee Williams
National Anthem
Oh, say can you see,
By the dawn’s early light,
What so proudly we hailed,
At the twilight’s last gleaming?
Whose broad stripes and bright stars,
Through the perilous fight,
O’er the ramparts we watched,
Were so gallantly streaming.
And the rocket’s red glare,
The bombs bursting in air,
Gave proof through the night,
That our flag was still there.
Oh say does that star spangled banner yet wave,
O’er the land of the free, and the home of the brave.
University Hymn
All hail to thee, our alma mater dear!
We sing with faith and pride thy praises far and near.
We dedicate our lives to truth and peace and right,
To give the world the torch of freedom’s light.
Hail, All Hail!
Marian Crowell Bessette, ’49
CEREMONY 9: College of Business and Economics - Friday, May 26, at 9 a.m.
Program
PROCESSIONAL: Pomp and Circumstance Marches, Op. 39, Composed by Sir Edward Elgar
NATIONAL ANTHEM: Performed by the Cal State LA Chamber Singers
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: Tye Jackson, Dean, College of Business and Economics
WELCOME: Tye Jackson, Dean, College of Business and Economics
PRESIDENT’S ADDRESS: William A. Covino, President
CONFERRAL OF HONORARY DOCTOR OF LETTERS TO GUILLERMO ZUÑIGA:
- Jack B. Clarke Jr., Vice Chair, CSU Board of Trustees
- William A. Covino, President
GUEST SPEAKER: Guillermo “Willie” Zuñiga, Emeritus President, Grifols Biologicals LLC
BACCALAUREATE HONORS: Ramon Castillo, Associate Dean, College of Business and Economics
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR DEGREES: Jose A. Gomez, Provost and Executive Vice President
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR MASTER’S DEGREES: Tye Jackson, Dean, College of Business and Economics
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR BACHELOR’S DEGREES: Tye Jackson, Dean, College of Business and Economics
CONFERRAL OF DEGREES: William A. Covino, President
CLOSING: Tye Jackson, Dean, College of Business and Economics
UNIVERSITY HYMN: Performed by the Cal State LA Chamber Singers
RECESSIONAL: Graduation March Music, Aida, Grand March
Faculty Marshals
College Grand Marshal: Pamella Howell, Faculty, Department of Information Systems
Associate College Grand Marshal: Jongwook Woo, Faculty, Department of Information Systems
College Past Grand Marshal: Nanda Ganesan, Faculty, Department of Information Systems
University Banner Carrier: Minyoung Noh, Faculty, Department of Accounting
University Banner Carrier Escort:
- Silvia Martin, Faculty, Department of Marketing
- Tara Petrin, Faculty, Department of Marketing
College Banner Carrier: Justin Munoz, Faculty, Department of Marketing
College Banner Carrier Escort:
- Chenyong Liu, Faculty, Department of Accounting
- Arun Aryal, Faculty, Department of Information Systems
Faculty Aligner/ Seater:
- Mauricio Castillo, Faculty, Department of Technology
- Tonatiuh Rodriguez-Nikl, Faculty, Department of Civil Engineering
Hooders:
- Freddy Lee, Faculty, Department of Marketing
- Shilpa Balan, Faculty, Department of Information Systems
- Yiting Cao, Faculty, Department of Accounting
Members of the Stage Party
President of the University: William A. Covino
Vice President for University Advancement: Robert Avalos
Chair of the Academic Senate/ Bearer of Mace: Kris Bezdecny
Interim Vice President for Student Life: Grace Castillo
Associate Dean, College of Business and Economics: Ramon Castillo
Interim Dean of Students: Danielle Chambers
Vice Chair, CSU Board of Trustees: Jack B. Clarke Jr.
2023-2024 ASI President: Yahir Flores
Provost and Executive Vice President: Jose A. Gomez
Dean, College of Business and Economics: Tye Jackson
Interim Vice President for Administration and Chief Financial Officer: Queen King
Associate Vice President and Chief Information Officer: Chioma Ndubuisi
Honorary Degree Recipient: Guillermo "Willie" Zuñiga]
National Anthem
Oh, say can you see,
By the dawn’s early light,
What so proudly we hailed,
At the twilight’s last gleaming?
Whose broad stripes and bright stars,
Through the perilous fight,
O’er the ramparts we watched,
Were so gallantly streaming.
And the rocket’s red glare,
The bombs bursting in air,
Gave proof through the night,
That our flag was still there.
Oh say does that star spangled banner yet wave,
O’er the land of the free, and the home of the brave.
University Hymn
All hail to thee, our alma mater dear!
We sing with faith and pride thy praises far and near.
We dedicate our lives to truth and peace and right,
To give the world the torch of freedom’s light.
Hail, All Hail!
Marian Crowell Bessette, ’49
CEREMONY 10: College of Business and Economics - Friday, May 26, at 2:30 p.m.
Program
PROCESSIONAL: Pomp and Circumstance Marches, Op. 39, Composed by Sir Edward Elgar
NATIONAL ANTHEM: Performed by the Cal State LA Chamber Singers
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: Tye Jackson, Dean, College of Business and Economics
WELCOME: Tye Jackson, Dean, College of Business and Economics
PRESIDENT’S ADDRESS: William A. Covino, President
GUEST SPEAKER: Guillermo “Willie” Zuñiga, Emeritus President, Grifols Biologicals LLC
BACCALAUREATE HONORS: Ramon Castillo, Associate Dean, College of Business and Economics
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR DEGREES: Jose A. Gomez, Provost and Executive Vice President
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR MASTER’S DEGREES: Tye Jackson, Dean, College of Business and Economics
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR BACHELOR’S DEGREES: Tye Jackson, Dean, College of Business and Economics
CONFERRAL OF DEGREES: William A. Covino, President
CLOSING: Tye Jackson, Dean, College of Business and Economics
UNIVERSITY HYMN: Performed by the Cal State LA Chamber Singers
RECESSIONAL: Graduation March Music, Aida, Grand March
Faculty Marshals
College Grand Marshal: Pamella Howell, Faculty, Department of Information Systems
Associate College Grand Marshal: Jongwook Woo, Faculty, Department of Information Systems
College Past Grand Marshal: Nanda Ganesan, Faculty, Department of Information Systems
University Banner Carrier: Bingbing Wang, Faculty, Department of Finance, Law, and Real Estate
University Banner Carrier Escort:
- Silvia Martin, Faculty, Department of Marketing
- Justin Munoz, Faculty, Department of Marketing
College Banner Carrier: Alexandru Roman, Faculty, Department of Management
College Banner Carrier Escort:
- Chenyong Liu, Faculty, Department of Accounting
- Arun Aryal, Faculty, Department of Information Systems
Hooders:
- Mabel Sanchez, Faculty, Department of Management
- Charleata Battle, Faculty, Department of Management
- Tara Petrin, Faculty, Department of Marketing
Members of the Stage Party
President of the University: William A. Covino
Vice President for University Advancement: Robert Avalos
Chair of the Academic Senate/ Bearer of Mace: Kris Bezdecny
Interim Vice President for Student Life: Grace Castillo
Associate Dean, College of Business and Economics: Ramon Castillo
Interim Dean of Students: Danielle Chambers
Vice Chair, CSU Board of Trustees: Jack B. Clarke Jr.
2023-2024 ASI President: Yahir Flores
Provost and Executive Vice President: Jose A. Gomez
Dean, College of Business and Economics: Tye Jackson
Interim Vice President for Administration and Chief Financial Officer: Queen King
Dean, University Library: Carlos Rodriguez
Guest Speaker: Guillermo "Willie" Zuñiga]
National Anthem
Oh, say can you see,
By the dawn’s early light,
What so proudly we hailed,
At the twilight’s last gleaming?
Whose broad stripes and bright stars,
Through the perilous fight,
O’er the ramparts we watched,
Were so gallantly streaming.
And the rocket’s red glare,
The bombs bursting in air,
Gave proof through the night,
That our flag was still there.
Oh say does that star spangled banner yet wave,
O’er the land of the free, and the home of the brave.
University Hymn
All hail to thee, our alma mater dear!
We sing with faith and pride thy praises far and near.
We dedicate our lives to truth and peace and right,
To give the world the torch of freedom’s light.
Hail, All Hail!
Marian Crowell Bessette, ’49
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