September 20, 2024

CNHP’s graduation feels so long ago. As we prepare for the new academic year to start, here’s a reminder of what we are all working towards.

We want to acknowledge award recipients from the 2024 graduation season. The achievements of our graduates are a testament to their hard work, dedication and the support of their loved ones and faculty. Each award recipient has demonstrated exceptional skill, perseverance and a commitment to excellence in academics, clinical practice, leadership, community engagement and improving equity.

Their contributions have not only enriched their own educational experiences but have also positively impacted the communities they serve. These graduates have shown that they are ready to take on the challenges of their professions and make meaningful contributions to society.

As we look forward to the new academic year, let us draw inspiration from these outstanding individuals. Their success stories remind us of the importance of our mission and the impact we can have through our work. Whether you are a student, faculty member or staff, remember that your efforts are part of a larger goal to advance knowledge, improve health outcomes and foster a supportive and inclusive community.

Speaker Raquel Cruz Bono, MD, MBA, FACS, Vice Admiral, U.S. Navy (ret), said it best: "Each of you is already as leader with a circle of others over whom you have influence. You've already distinguished yourselves by finishing your curriculum of study and graduating today from a program that was designed to create enlightened, responsive and intentional health leaders."

Congratulations once again to all the award recipients. Your achievements are a source of pride for the entire CNHP community. Let’s continue to strive for excellence and make the upcoming academic year even more successful.

2024 Award Winners

Outstanding Graduate Awards

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Kirstin Dougherty

Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Kelly Vecchio

Family/Individual Across the Lifespan Nurse Practitioner
Jebediah Walston

Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Vanessa Ondo

Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Kelsey Stasko

Pediatric Primary Care and Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (Dual Option)
Brianna Ciampa

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Lacey Hendrickson

Women’s Health/Gender Related Nurse Practitioner
Megan Wilson

(MS & MSN) Quality Safety and Risk Management in Healthcare
Elizabeth Wentzel

Clinical Nurse Leader
Ayesha Abusbeitan

(MS) Complementary and Integrative Health
James Duggan

Leadership in Health Systems Management
Jaimee Dearing

Nursing Education
Tinasha Davis

Public Health Nursing
Michele Barrila-Yetman

Kathleen Jennings-Dozier Memorial Award - Presented to a student who demonstrates commitment to the elimination of health disparities by developing strengths within underserved communities.
Rahel Fox

Dr. Cindy Hambach Memorial Award for Excellence in Online RN-BSN Education is dedicated to the memory of Dr. Cindy Hambach, a dedicated professor who was committed to educating and supporting nursing students in their pursuit of higher education. This award recognizes an outstanding student in the online RN-BSN program who has demonstrated excellence in their academic performance and dedication to their nursing practice. The recipient of this award embodies the values and qualities that Dr. Hambach exemplified in her teaching, including compassion, dedication, and commitment to the nursing profession.
Christina Farrar

Outstanding Achievement Award is awarded to a student who has demonstrated superior academic achievement, commitment to nursing and clinical excellence.
Lynne Giglio

Dean's Awards

Dean’s Social Justice Award: presented to a graduating student in the College of Nursing and Health Professions whose thesis or research is innovative in improving health and reducing health disparities of communities.
Maddy King

Dean’s Clinical Service Award: goes to a graduating student in the College of Nursing and Health Professions who has demonstrated exemplary work through interdisciplinary and clinically relevant work aiming to treat underserved communities at their clinical placement.
Alison Devine

Dean’s Award: goes to a graduating student in the College of Nursing and Health Professions who has distinguished themselves by providing outstanding service to the College.
Grace Sutton

Rubert Scholars
Erica Worthington, BSN
Kriserta Boci, BSN
Jessica Kim, BSN

Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences

Alpha Eta 2024 Award Winners:
Katelyn Michele Costantini
Kathryn Michaele Meeusen
Emily Masi
Bailey Thibault
Mikaili S. Anderson
Emma Katherine Powell
Alexa Taylor Dudash
Bryce Saba
Renna Voltis Thomas
MaryLouise Fitzgerald MacMullan
Hanna Amy Newstadt
Bryan Patrick Cammon
Kristen Ann Quindlen

Clinical Education Award
Terry Juliano

Leadership Award
Alyssa Phan

Health Equity and Social Impact Award
Cristina Umazor-Alvarado

Scholarly Excellence Award
Katelyn Costantini

Dragon Service Award
Mikaili Anderson

Creative Arts Therapies

CAT Student Awards

Culminating Project Award:
ATC - Dunya Markovic
DMTC - Madison Gray
MTC - Amy King
MTC - Clara Treadway

Clinical Excellence Award:
ATC - Clementine Nixon
ATC - Simon Lawrence
ATC - Matia Jones
DMTC - Jaimie Becker
DMTC - Alison Devine
DMTC - Kira O’Brien
DMTC - Madison Gray
MTC - I-Ting “Rachel” Hsiung

Artistry Award:
ATC - Rosaura Morales
ATC- Nora Einbender-Luks
DMTC - Kavya Viswanathan
MTC - Silas Stewart

Artistry Amongst Themselves Award:
MTC - Silas Stewart
MTC - Lauren Carter
MTC - Amy King
MTC - Miranda Lape
MTC - Eduardo Moreno
MTC - I-Ting “Rachel” Hsiung
MTC - Clara Treadway

Leadership:
ATC - Sara Gochman
DMTC - Alison Devine
MTC - Lauren Carter

Service Award:
ATC - Tara Duggal
DMTC - Madeline Kling
MTC - Miranda Lape

JEDI Award:
ATC - Rosaura Morales
ATC - Mia Stavarski
MTC - I-Ting “Rachel” Hsiung
MTC - Eduardo Moreno

Overall Two-year Program Achievement Award:
ATC - Simon Lawrence
DMTC - Madison Gray
MTC - Eduardo Moreno

Overall Three-year Program Achievement Award:
ATC - Matia Jones