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College of Veterinary Medicine
2021 Commencement
Midwestern University
Tomorrow’s Healthcare Team
College of Veterinary Medicine
2021 Commencement
Midwestern University • Glendale Campus
Friday, the Twenty-Eighth of May, Two Thousand and Twenty-One
1Officers and Administrators of Midwestern University
Kathleen H. Goeppinger, Ph.D.
President and Chief Executive Officer
Gregory J. Gaus
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Joshua C. Baker, O.D., M.S.
Vice President and Chief Academic Officer,
Optometry, Pharmacy, and Veterinary Education
Mary W.L. Lee, Pharm.D., BCPS, FCCP
Vice President, Special Assistant to the President
Dean P. Malone, M.B.A.
Vice President, Finance
Angela L. Marty, M.A., PHR
Vice President, Human Resources and Administration
Barbara L. McCloud, J.D., M.B.A.
Vice President and General Counsel
Kathleen N. Player, Ed.D., M.S.N., M.B.A., M.S.C.
Vice President and Chief Academic Officer,
Medical and Health Sciences Education, and Vice President, Clinic Operations
Kyle H. Ramsey, Ph.D.
Vice President and Chief Academic Officer,
Dental and Graduate Studies Education
2Officers and Administrators of Midwestern University
Thomas A. Boyle, D.O., FACOEP, FACEP
Dean, Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine
Mitchell R. Emerson, Ph.D.
Dean, College of Pharmacy
Downers Grove and Glendale Campuses
Alicia E. Feis, O.D., FAAO
Dean, Arizona College of Optometry
Thomas K. Graves, D.V.M., Ph.D., DACVIM
Dean, College of Veterinary Medicine
Harold J. Haering Jr., D.M.D.
Dean, College of Dental Medicine–Illinois
Jeffrey L. Jensen, D.P.M., FACFAS
Dean, Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine
Lori A. Kemper, D.O., M.S., FACOFP
Dean, Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine
Ross J. Kosinski, Ph.D.
Dean of Students and Director of Community Outreach
Downers Grove and Glendale Campuses
Fred D. Romano, Ph.D., FASAHP
Dean, College of Health Sciences, Downers Grove Campus
Jacquelyn M. Smith, Ph.D.
Dean, College of Health Sciences, Glendale Campus
P. Bradford Smith, D.D.S.
Dean, College of Dental Medicine–Arizona
Melissa A. Suckow, O.D., FAAO
Dean, Chicago College of Optometry
Yir Gloria Yueh, Ph.D.
Dean, College of Graduate Studies
Downers Grove and Glendale Campuses
34
Order of Ceremony
Opening Music
Pomp and Circumstance by E. Elgar
Welcome Address
Kathleen H. Goeppinger, Ph.D.
President and Chief Executive Officer
Veterinarian’s Oath
Thomas K. Graves, D.V.M., Ph.D., DACVIM
Dean, College of Veterinary Medicine
Presentation of Graduates
Dr. Graves
Conferral of Degrees
Dr. Goeppinger
Announcement of Graduates
Mark Acierno, D.V.M., DACVIM (SAIM)
Associate Professor; Chair, Department of Specialty Medicine
Alexandra Brower, D.V.M., DACVP
Associate Professor; Director, Diagnostic Pathology Center;
Chair, Department of Pathology and Population Medicine
Elizabeth Robbins, D.V.M.
Associate Professor; Chair, Department of Small Animal Primary Care
Kenneth Sullins, D.V.M., M.S., DACVS-LA
Associate Professor; Chair, Department of Equine Medicine and Surgery
Honoring Our Military Graduates
Student Remarks
Nicole Lindsey Shauffer
Class of 2021 Valedictorian
Closing Remarks
Dr. Goeppinger
Benediction
Dr. Goeppinger
Please share your family hooding photos and well wishes to your class at the following facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/CVMCommencement2021/
#CVMGrad2021, #MWUGrad2021
5College of Veterinary Medicine Class of 2021
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Class of 2021
Lauren Allison Benjamin Geoffrey Berriman
Phi Zeta Honor Society Raleigh, NC
Peoria, AZ
Jaclyn Nicole Bertorelli
Annelle Marie Arciniega Phi Zeta Honor Society
Lake Mary, FL Boca Raton, FL
Sarah Kay Ashburn-Peeples Mariah Brooke Bessette
Prescott Valley, AZ Phi Zeta Honor Society
Fort Myers, FL
Elena Kay Ault
Phi Zeta Honor Society Cody Gene Blakeman
Buena Vista, CO Michigan Center, MI
George Awad A. Abraham Bloom
Walnut, CA Phoenix, AZ
Nadhirah Azizan Allison Marie Bloom
Shah Alam, Malaysia North Haven, CT
Isabel Baez Vazquez Chelsey Annamarie Blue
Canovanas, Puerto Rico Post Falls, ID
Mercedes Marie Baeza Courteney Claire Breit
Larkspur, CO Phi Zeta Honor Society
Phoenix, AZ
Brandee Kay Baker
Phi Zeta Honor Society Gabriela Bronstein
Grand Junction, CO New York, NY
Danielle Lucine Balian Lauren Elizabeth Bufe
Altadena, CA Dracut, MA
Brandon Bartholomew Balsino Megan Christine Buscema
Phi Zeta Honor Society Phi Zeta Honor Society
Tucson, AZ Tucson, AZ
Marilyn Ferris Bane Kimberly Ann Felipe Butay
Fairfield, CA Waianae, HI
Will Beeson Jessica Nataly Carrillo
Winston-Salem, NC Mesa, AZ
6Midwestern University Glendale, Arizona
Amanda Nicole Christopherson Kaitlin Maria Goldstein
El Paso, TX New City, NY
Jennifer Blake Coe Melissa Ann Gunther
Oxford, PA Chicago, IL
Duke Despres Cole Brenna Marie Hanratty
Palm Springs, CA Phi Zeta Honor Society
Speonk, NY
Michelle Kathryn Costales
Scottsdale, AZ Sherod John Hardt
Queen Creek, AZ
Zoe Athanasia Cruz
Arlington Heights, IL Kyra Harrington
Vienna, WV
Raissa Alessandra De La Cruz
Carrollton, TX Rebecca Hassur
Phi Zeta Honor Society
Cara E. Donnici
Windsor, CA
Kansas City, MO
Tabitha Darcie Henson
Brooke Eymard
Jacksonville, FL
Cut Off, LA
William Coleman Hodges
Candace Renee Fernandez
Tyler, TX
Phi Zeta Honor Society
Farmersville, CA Carly Elisabeth Hohorst
Easton, CT
Luke Joseph Fitch
Phoenix, AZ Veronica Anne Hough
Jupiter, FL
Miranda Elise Freeman
Phi Zeta Honor Society Rebecca Rae Housley
San Antonio, TX Phi Zeta Honor Society
Gilbert, AZ
Ruby S. Gamez
El Paso, TX Kristen Marie Howard
Newberry, FL
Cecelia Margaret Gebien
Chicago, IL Michael Clark Lalonde Huffaker
Ithaca, NY
Nikki Lyn Goeddeke
Bourbonnais, IL Avraham Simcha Kleinman
West Orange, NJ
7College of Veterinary Medicine Class of 2021
Hayley Amanda Knapp Heather Nance
Springfield, VA Shreveport, LA
Sean Harris Kouyoumdjian Dana Chandell Nassoiy
San Clemente, CA Buckeye, AZ
Mackenzy Mae Kriebs Jessica Mae Neil
Phoenix, AZ Phi Zeta Honor Society
Hotchkiss, CO
Kristina Nicole Males
North Providence, RI Cailey Elyse O’Donnell
Orland Park, IL
Marcus Vincent Marella
Toms River, NJ Destiny Natalia Ortiz
Phoenix, AZ
Andrew S. Palmer Vachon Marshall
Manhattan Beach, CA Tracy Anne Parker
Raleigh, NC
Jennifer Renee Mayo
Phoenix, AZ Aimee Danielle Parr
Sacramento, CA
Maria Vita Mazzola
Phi Zeta Honor Society Evelyn Platko
East Williston, NY Merrimack, NH
Lindsey Anne McCartin Monique Lee Randall
Phi Zeta Honor Society Turlock, CA
Prescott, AZ
Rachael Lee Ritz
Kahla Lisbeth Merrett Phi Zeta Honor Society
Carefree, AZ Mountain Top, PA
Jessica Toni Michalek Haleigh Anna Rivas
Danvers, MA Applegate, CA
Cassandra Faye Marie Miller Marissa Robison
Phi Zeta Honor Society Phi Zeta Honor Society
Spokane, WA Mill Creek, WA
Erin Elizabeth Miyamoto Janae Denise Saffold
Phi Zeta Honor Society Phi Zeta Honor Society
Davisburg, MI Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Taylor Bryce Myers Erin Sanchez
Gilbert, AZ Fort Worth, TX
8Midwestern University Glendale, Arizona
Magen Bailee Haru Schaffer Danielle Julia Teixeira
Phi Zeta Honor Society Tonopah, AZ
Scottsdale, AZ
Ashley TenBrink
Maxwell Gordon Schmidt Los Lunas, NM
Eureka, CA
Alyssa Shea Thomas
Matthew Schug Phi Zeta Honor Society
Zebulon, NC Tucson, AZ
Nicole Lindsey Shauffer Timothy Minh Tran
Phi Zeta Honor Society Fremont, CA
Marblehead, MA
Morgan A. Vrana
George Shichen Zelienople, PA
Albany, NY
Riley Michelle Ward
Spencer Shea Sillings Phi Zeta Honor Society
Corydon, IN Monrovia, CA
Iyaesha Simmons Caleb Christopher Wearmouth
San Antonio, TX Tazewell, VA
Rachel Sims Emily Anne Westerback
Harker Heights, TX Phi Zeta Honor Society
Holden, MA
Ryan Sloekers
Glendale, AZ Kelsey Lynn Wilson
Oak Park, CA
Emily Makala Smith
Wittmann, AZ Natalie Rachel Woodburn
Lemonweir, WI
Laura Soto Ocampo
Bloomington, CA Erika S. Wright-McAfee
San Carlos, CA
Christopher Alan Stokes
Hamshire, TX
Andrew Ming Sun
Phi Zeta Honor Society
San Francisco, CA
Amanda Marie Tamez
Rio Rancho, NM
9College of Veterinary Medicine Class of 2021
Veterinarian’s Oath
Being admitted to the profession of veterinary
medicine, I solemnly swear to use my scientific
knowledge and skills for the benefit of society
through the protection of animal health, the relief
of animal suffering, the conservation of animal
resources, the promotion of public health, and
the advancement of medical knowledge.
I will practice my profession conscientiously,
with dignity, and in keeping with the principles
of veterinary medical ethics.
I accept as a lifelong obligation the continual
improvement of my professional knowledge
and competence.
10Academic Regalia and Processional
Gown
The gown is the cornerstone of the academic costume that has its origins in 12th and 13th century Europe,
a period when universities were being formed. Today, Midwestern University follows guidelines established
by the American Council on Education. All graduates wear black gowns, with the front panels of the doctoral
gown trimmed in black velvet. Each sleeve of the doctoral gown is adorned with three bars of black velvet with
bell-shaped wrist ends. The master’s gown is unadorned, with the wrist ends of the sleeve open oblongs that
extend beyond the hand.
Arizona College of College of Health Sciences College of Health Sciences Arizona College of
Osteopathic Medicine Cardiovascular Science Clinical Psychology Program Optometry
Discipline Color: Kelly Green Program (Master) Discipline Color: Seafoam
Liner Color: Navy Discipline Color: Gold Discipline Color: Gold Liner Color: Navy
Liner Color: Navy Liner Color: Navy
Chevron Color: Gold Chevron Color: Gold Chevron Color: Gold
Chevron Color: Gold
College of Pharmacy, College of Health Sciences College of Veterinary
College of Health Sciences
Glendale Nurse Anesthesia Program Medicine
Physical Therapy Program
Discipline Color: Olive (Doctor) Discipline Color: Teal Discipline Color: Gray
Liner Color: Navy Discipline Color: Apricot Liner Color: Navy Liner Color: Navy
Chevron Color: Gold Liner Color: Navy Chevron Color: Gold
Chevron Color: Gold
Chevron Color: Gold
College of Health Sciences College of Health Sciences College of Graduate Studies
College of Health Sciences
Physician Assistant Program Nurse Anesthesia Program Speech-Language Pathology Biomedical Sciences Program
Discipline Color: Gold (Master) Program Discipline Color: Gold
Liner Color: Navy Discipline Color: Gold Discipline Color: Crimson Liner Color: Navy
Chevron Color: Gold Liner Color: Navy Liner Color: Navy Chevron Color: Gold
Chevron Color: Gold Chevron Color: Gold
College of Health Sciences Arizona College of
Occupational Therapy College of Health Sciences College of Dental Podiatric Medicine
Program Clinical Psychology Program Medicine–Arizona Discipline Color: Nile Green
(Doctor) Discipline Color: Lilac Liner Color: Navy
Discipline Color: Sage Green Chevron Color: Gold
Liner Color: Navy Discipline Color: Royal Blue Liner Color: Navy
Chevron Color: Gold Liner Color: Navy Chevron Color: Gold
Chevron Color: Gold
Presidential Medallion
The official symbol of authority of the office of the President of Midwestern University is the presidential
medallion. Worn around the neck of the President at all University commencements, the medallion, imprinted
with the University seal, is attached to a chain of office featuring tiles with the names of all nine leaders of
MWU and its Founding College. The 24-karat gold-plated medallion and its chain were originally crafted in
1988 for the inauguration of the first President of the newly established Midwestern University.
A new medallion was crafted in 1995 for the inauguration of Kathleen H. Goeppinger, Ph.D., the ninth
University President, featuring the seal of Midwestern University on the obverse.
In 2003, a new University seal was created, which still retains elements of the 1995 redesign, namely, the Bell
Tower, representing the focal point of the Downers Grove Campus; the Staff of Asclepius, the symbol of the medical
profession; Trees, symbols of learning with branches representing the many educational opportunities available at
MWU; and the Date of 1900, the year the first college of the University was founded. Engraved on the nine golden
tiles that comprise the 36-inch chain are the names of the current President and her eight notable predecessors.
Midwestern University Coins
A custom minted coin is a military tradition to recognize achievement, create incentive, improve safety, or show
appreciation for duty, dedication, or a job well done. Midwestern University proudly presents graduates who are
in the military or entering the military following graduation with a coin to honor their service to our country.
11History of Midwestern University
Midwestern University has a proud and impressive history. Founded in 1900 as the American
College of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery by J. Martin Littlejohn, Ph.D., D.O., M.D.
(1865–1947), the organization was incorporated in Chicago, Illinois, to train physicians in a
not-for-profit environment.
Dr. Littlejohn hired talented faculty that enabled the College to establish a reputation as a leader
in medical education, research, and clinical practice. The early faculty mentored their students
in the art and science of osteopathic medicine while teaching surgery, the principles and practices
of osteopathic medicine, anatomy, and basic science.
The growth of the osteopathic college is intertwined with that of the osteopathic medical
profession itself. Ever since 1874 when a country doctor, Andrew Taylor Still, announced his
new theory of treating patients and began the first college in 1892, the profession has grown
in reputation and acceptance around the country and international settings.
The Downers Grove Campus was purchased in 1986, and the Chicago College of Osteopathic
Medicine moved from its prior home in Hyde Park, Illinois, to this western suburb of Illinois.
Following the relocation of the College, the Board of Trustees voted to begin the development
of new academic programs within the health sciences including the College of Pharmacy
(1991) and the College of Health Sciences (1992). In 1993, the Board of Trustees unanimously
approved a single educational mission for the institution, and Midwestern University emerged.
The Downers Grove Campus has since expanded to include the College of Dental Medicine–
Illinois (2009), the Chicago College of Optometry (2014), and the College of Graduate Studies
(2018). The Downers Grove Campus, located on 105 acres, has buildings that include academic
classrooms, laboratories, a state-of-the-art library and auditorium building, and student housing.
The Midwestern University Multispecialty Clinic was established in 2013 and includes the
Dental Institute, a Family Medicine Practice, the Speech-Language Institute, the Physical
Therapy Institute, the Eye Institute, and other health services designed to meet a wide range
of healthcare needs.
The Glendale Campus was established in 1995 when the Board of Trustees approved the
purchase of land and the building of a new campus in Arizona. The Glendale Campus is
home to the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine (1995), the College of Health Sciences
(1996), the College of Pharmacy (1998), the College of Dental Medicine–Arizona (2006), the
Arizona College of Optometry (2008), the College of Veterinary Medicine (2012), the College
of Graduate Studies (2018), and Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine (2020). The campus has
seen rapid growth in the number of buildings, academic programs, faculty, staff, and students.
The Glendale Campus, located on 156 acres, has buildings that provide for academic classrooms,
state-of-the-art laboratories, and student housing. Five Midwestern University Clinics provide
quality care for the community: the Multispecialty Clinic, which opened in 2007; the Dental
Institute and the Eye Institute, which opened in 2010; the Animal Health Institute—comprised
of the Companion Animal Clinic (opened 2014), Equine and Bovine Center (opened 2015), and
Diagnostic Pathology Center (opened 2016); and the Therapy Institute, which opened in 2020.
Midwestern University is still governed by the strong principles of the founding administration
and faculty. An independent, not-for-profit corporation organized primarily to provide graduate
and postgraduate education in the health sciences, the University is dedicated to the education
and development of its students, faculty, and staff in an environment that encourages learning
and personal development.
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