Local students graduate from Clarkson University

POTSDAM, NY — Clarkson University awarded nearly 800 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees to students from 31 states, 19 countries and 59 New York state counties at its spring 2022 commencement in May. (An additional 189 students received degrees this past winter and summer.)

Kalani Scot Zehr of Lowville, NY, received a bachelor of science in mechanical engineering, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Tyler Ernest Rook of Lowville, NY, received a bachelor of science in mechanical engineering, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Harry E. Werner of Watertown, NY, received a master of science in mechanical engineering, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Jaid Vivian Baytos of Watertown, NY, received a master of science in physician assistant studies, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Sydney Elaine Roderick of Watertown, NY, received a bachelor of science with distinction in biology, medicine and healthcare minor, psychology minor, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Olga Zubak of Carthage, NY, received a bachelor of science with distinction in biomolecular science, chemistry, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Michael Kenneth Thomas of Calcium, NY, received a bachelor of science in civil engineering, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Taylor Marie Dawley of Canton, NY, received a doctor of physical therapy , from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Sarah Elizabeth Gale of Canton, NY, received a master of science in physician assistant studies, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Luke Alexander Gillis of Canton, NY, received a master of science in physician assistant studies, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Maelea Marta Mercado of Canton, NY, received a bachelor of science with distinction in mechanical engineering, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Nicholas James Bos-Ladd of Canton, NY, received a bachelor of science in political science, data science, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Michael S Perrault of Canton, NY, received a master of business administration , from Clarkson University in May 2022.

John Patrick Bailey of Canton, NY, received a bachelor of science in civil engineering, mathematics minor, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Caleb P Null of Carthage, NY, received a bachelor of science in civil engineering, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Samantha M O’Keefe of Chase Mills, NY, received a bachelor of science in psychology, biology minor, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Gavin Wolfgang Wahl of Clayton, NY, received a bachelor of science with distinction in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Summer Louise Scovil of Colton, NY, received a bachelor of science with great distinction in interdisciplinary social sciences, law studies minor, gender & sexuality stds minor, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Dakota Janay Breglia of Gouverneur, NY, received a bachelor of science in chemistry, materials engineering minor, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Avery Marie Hawn of Gouverneur, NY, received a bachelor of science with distinction in software engineering, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Olivia Ree Brown of Heuvelton, NY, received a bachelor of science with great distinction in biology, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Alexis Kim Stoner of Lisbon, NY, received a bachelor of science with distinction in biology, psychology minor, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Gavin H. Prevatt of Mannsville, NY, received a bachelor of science with great distinction in chemical engineering, materials engineering minor, and a bachelor of science with great distinction in physics from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Brittany Lee Condon of Massena, NY, received a bachelor of science in civil engineering, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Matthew A Newcombe of Massena, NY, received a bachelor of science in business intelligence and data analytics, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Maris Makenzie Brockway of Massena, NY, received a doctor of physical therapy , from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Alexandra C Allen of Massena, NY, received a bachelor of science in civil engineering, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Jennifer Lynn Hadley of Massena, NY, received a bachelor of science with distinction in engineering and management, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Dion James Aumell of Norfolk, NY, received a doctor of physical therapy , from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Alison Marie Greene of Norwood, NY, received a doctor of physical therapy , from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Lara Jean Varden of Norwood, NY, received a doctor of philosophy in interdisciplinary bioscience and biotechnology, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Maria G Pelusi of Ogdensburg, NY, received a bachelor of science with distinction in environmental science and policy, biology minor, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Justyn Allen McCormick of Ogdensburg, NY, received a bachelor of science with distinction in chemical engineering, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Igor Bendoym of Potsdam, NY, received a doctor of philosophy in electrical and computer engineering, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Shannon M Cislo of Potsdam, NY, received a master of science in physician assistant studies, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Lindsey Jean of Potsdam, NY, received a bachelor of science with distinction in chemical engineering, chemistry minor, mathematics minor, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Jamie Jeong of Potsdam, NY, received a master of science in physician assistant studies, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Maura Sinead Maguire of Potsdam, NY, received a master of science in environmental policy, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Patrick James Morrow of Potsdam, NY, received a bachelor of science in civil engineering, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Daniel Joseph Perrotta of Potsdam, NY, received a bachelor of science with distinction in mechanical engineering, mathematics minor, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Abigail A White of Potsdam, NY, received a bachelor of science with great distinction in civil engineering, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

William Joseph Bergan of Potsdam, NY, received a bachelor of science with great distinction in global supply chain management, communication minor, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Andrew John Bennett of Potsdam, NY, received a bachelor of science with distinction in engineering and management, biomedical engineering minor, project management minor, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Matthew Michael Koscak of Potsdam, NY, received a bachelor of science with distinction in electrical engineering, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Allison C. Compeau of Potsdam, NY, received a master of business administration , and a certificate in innovation & new venture mgt from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Rhiannon Soo-Yun Clements of Potsdam, NY, received a bachelor of science with great distinction in biology, honors program, chemistry minor, and a bachelor of science with great distinction in communication, media & design from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Jayda M. Sullivan of Potsdam, NY, received a bachelor of science with distinction in global supply chain management, project management minor, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Kelsey Cullen of Redwood, NY, received a bachelor of science with great distinction in biology, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Jacob Charles White of Russell, NY, received a bachelor of science with distinction in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Herbert Dillian Fountain of South Colton, NY, received a bachelor of science with distinction in biomolecular science, biology, biomed sci and tech minor, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Emily Rose McBath of Waddington, NY, received a bachelor of science in civil engineering, environmental engineering, from Clarkson University in May 2022.

Amanda Renee Elizabeth Zeglen of Potsdam, NY, received a master of business administration , from Clarkson University in May 2022.

The weekend was also marked by the commissioning of United States Army and United States Air Force officers on Friday. In addition to the graduating students, receiving honorary doctor of science degrees and addressing students, families and guests were Dr. France A. Cordova, president of the Science Philanthropy Alliance and former director of the National Science Foundation, Sveinung Loset, professor of arctic marine technology at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) in Trondheim, Norway, Dr. Toby Cosgrove, M.D., former CEO and current executive advisor of Cleveland Clinic, and, Dr. Mae C. Jemison, the first woman of color in space, leader of the 100-Year Starship organization, and founder and president of the Jemison Group and BioSentient Corp.

As a private, national research university, Clarkson is a leader in technological education and sustainable economic development through teaching, scholarship, research and innovation. We ignite personal connections across academic fields and industries to create the entrepreneurial mindset, knowledge and intellectual curiosity needed to innovate world-relevant solutions and cultivate the leaders of tomorrow. With its main campus located in Potsdam, N.Y., and additional graduate program and research facilities in the New York Capital Region, Beacon, N.Y., and New York City, Clarkson educates 4,300 students across 95 rigorous programs of study in engineering, business, the arts, education, sciences and health professions. Our alumni earn salaries that are among the top 2.5% in the nation and realize accelerated career growth. One in five already leads as a CEO, senior executive or owner of a company.