SPRING 2020 VIRTUAL COMMENCEMENT CELEBRATION...Blair Alexander Smoak Halethorpe, Maryland M .A — George Washington University B .S — Virginia State University High School Leaders’

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SPRING 2020

VIRTUAL COMMENCEMENTCELEBRATION

June 26 • 3:00 p.m.

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Order of Exercises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Congratulatory Salutes to Graduates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Memories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Degrees Conferred . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

The Graduate Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Doctor of Science in Computer Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

College of Arts and Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

College of Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

College of Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

College of Professional Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

The Undergraduate Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Latin Honors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Academic Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

College of Arts and Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

College of Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

College of Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

College of Professional Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

2020 Commissioned Officers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Defining Moments 2016 – 2020 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

BSU Spring 2020 Virtual Commencement 1

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COUNTDOWN TO COMMENCEMENT

INTRODUCTORY COMMENTSDr . Aminta H . Breaux

President, Bowie State University

NATIONAL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION INDUCTIONDarren Swain

President, BSU National Alumni Association

CONGRATULATORY REMARKSWes Moore

Keynote SpeakerAuthor & CEO of Robin Hood Foundation

U .S . Representative Steny HoyerHouse Majority Leader

Larry HoganGovernor, State of Maryland

Angela AlsobrooksCounty Executive, Prince George,s County

CONGRATULATORY SALUTES TO GRADUATES

HONORS AND CLASS OF 2020 PRESENTATIONDr . Judith Kirkpatrick

Interim Provost, Bowie State University

TURN THE TASSLE MOMENTDr . Aminta H . Breaux

President, Bowie State University

PROCESSIONAL OF GRADUATE SLIDESBowie State University Class of 2020

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CongraTulaTory saluTes To graduaTes

Victor OladipoNBA All-Star Player for the Indiana Pacers

Doug E . FreshRapper & Record Producer

La La AnthonyActress & TV Personality

Edwin MosesOlympic Gold Medalist in Track & Field

Former South Bend, Indiana Mayor Pete Buttigieg

2020 Democratic Presidential Candidate

Anthony HamiltonGrammy-winning Singer-Songwriter

Traci BraxtonSinger, Media Personality & Reality TV Star

U .S . Senator Cory Booker2020 Democratic Presidential Candidate

Yandy Smith-HarrisActress, Entrepreneur & Reality TV Star

Johnny TaylorChairman, President,s Board of

Advisors on HBCUs

Tressa “Azarel” Smallwood (’00)Film Producer, Entrepreneur & Author

D .G . Elmore President, Elmore Sports Group

James "JB" BrownEmmy-winning Sportscaster

Dionne WarwickGrammy-winning Singer

J . HolidayGrammy-nominated Singer-Songwriter

Debbie AllenEmmy-winning Choreographer,

Dancer & Actress

Dior Ginyard (’11)Forbes 30 Under 30 Honoree &

NFL Senior Player Manager

Roland MartinHost & Managing Editor, #RolandMartinUnfiltered

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THE GRADUATE PROGRAM

Doctor of Science in Computer Science

Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership

Master of Arts

Master of Arts in Teaching

Master of Business Administration

Master of Education

Master of Public Administration

Master of Science

Master of Science in Management Information Systems

Master of Science in Nursing

THE UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAM

Bachelor of Arts

Bachelor of Science

The list of candidates for graduation was prepared within the time limits imposed for printing of the program . Therefore, the list of names is not conclusive . Only those candidates who have met all graduation requirements will be granted a degree.

degrees Conferred

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The graduaTe PrograM

Doctor of Science in Computer Science

Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership

Winter Ashanti BinghamLaurel, Maryland

M .Ed . — North Carolina Central UniversityB .A . — Radford University

Are Principals Really Serving the Gifted and Talented Students in our Schools?

Jasmine Winola BrannBowie, Maryland

M .A . — University of MarylandB .A . — Howard University

The Relationship of Dual Language Immersion Foundational Learning upon Secondary

Education Outcomes

Norman Lee ColemanBowie, Maryland

M .Ed . — University of DelawareB .S . — University of Delaware

A Study of School Leadership and Gifted Black Male Students

Courtney L. ForbesWashington, D .C .

M .A . — George Washington UniversityB .S . — Bowie State University

Understanding Teacher Beliefs: A Quantitative Study Examining Teacher Beliefs of Gifted

Latino English Language Learners

Donovan Elise’ Griffin-BlakeBowie, Maryland

M .Ed . — George Washington UniversityB .S . — Howard University

Case Study: Parental Involvement of African-American Parents of

Disabled High School Students

LeTrecia Michelle GlosterBowie, Maryland

M .S . — Trinity Washington UniversityB .S . — Bowie State University

From Hidden Treasures to Superwomen: A Case Study on the Imact of Proficiency, Mentorship, and Self-care on the Stressors

and Coping Responses of African-American Female Superintendents

Dijaria Henderson-GreeneUpper Marlboro, Maryland

M .Ed . — Bowie State UniversityB .S . — West Chester University

A Phenomenological Examination of the Lived Experiences of Black Male High School

Graduates Placed at Risk Academically

Felecia Myia HaywardOdenton, Maryland

M .A . — Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University

B .S . — Trinity Washington UniversityWhy am I Here? Why do I Stay? An

Examination of the Lived Experiences of Special Education Teachers in

Juvenile Detention Centers

Susan Poser RussellRockville, Maryland

M .A . — Gallaudet UniversityB .A . — Colgate University

Culturally Responsive Teacher Self-Efficacy Beliefs of Teachers of the Deaf

Blair Alexander SmoakHalethorpe, Maryland

M .A . — George Washington UniversityB .S . — Virginia State University

High School Leaders’ Perceptions of Practices and Beliefs can Increase Graduation Rates for Black Males in a Large Urban School District

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Tagrid Abdullah N. AlshalaliBroadlands, Virginia

M .S . – King Saud UniversityB .S . – King Saud University

A Study on Managing and Explaining Concept Drift

Raymond F. TiwangUpper Marlboro, Maryland

M .S . – University de YaoundeB .S . – University de Yaounde

A Deep Learning Predictive Model for Source Code Analysis



College of Arts and Sciences

MASTER OF ARTS IN ENGLISH

Bianca Christiaan BaileyBaltimore, MarylandB .A . — Wesley College

Erica Letrece ChavisColumbia, MarylandB .A . — University of North Carolina

Angela Sydney JamesWaldorf, MarylandB .A . — University of Maryland

Edwin Philip JulienColumbia, MarylandB .S . — New York Institute of Technology

Patricia LorenzenCharlestown, West VirginiaB .S . — Bowie State University

Ruth Oluwadare PopoolaLandover, MarylandB .S . — Towson University

MASTER OF ARTS IN ORGANIZATIONAL COMMUNICATIONS

Oluwayemisi Hannifah AdebanjoBowie, MarylandB .A . — University of Lagos Adeem Mohammed H. Al HanoVienna, VirginiaB .A . — George Mason University

Faisal Ojayr AlotaibiAlexandria, VirginiaB .A . — Saud Islamic University

Emmanuel Chidubem ArahAdelphi, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

Lewis Alexander Chatsika IISilver Spring, MarylandB .A . — University of Maryland

Latasha Denise ColemanCrofton, MarylandB .S . — University of Maryland

Joshua Markel Davis-StokesLaurel, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

Modupe Olayinka FaloreSevern, MarylandB .A . — Bowen University

Brian JohnsonWashington, D .C .B .A . — Drexel University

Roderick James JoseySuitland, MarylandB .A . — Livingstone College

Kalea PhelpsLaurel, MarylandB .A . — Delaware State University

Matthew Brian PhillipsUpper Marlboro, MarylandB .A . — Shepherd University

Damilola Victoria OlaoyeGlenn Dale, MarylandB .S . — Redeemer’s University

Robyn Lashay StevensSilver Spring, MarylandB .A . — Virginia Union University

David Lee ThompsonBowie, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

Monique Nicole WardwickWaldorf, MarylandB .S . — University of Maryland

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Mary Debi AbesonRandallstown, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

Omolara Shadiat AfolabiBowie, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

Joshua Adeyemi AdebamboBowie, MarylandB .S . — Covenant Univeristy

Abangolee J. CaulcrickLanham, MarylandB .S . — University of Liberia

Latasha Marie GreeneBowie, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

Lisa L. JingLaurel, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

James McCarterWashington, D .C . B .S . — Bowie State University

Lakeiva Chanell ReidBowie, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

Herson Manuel RomeroHyattsville, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

Christine Delores WashingtonUpper Marlboro, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

MASTER OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

Sylvia Afiwa AklikokouBeltsville, MarylandB .S . — Salisbury University

Elijah O’Neil Bell-ClarkeBeltsville, MarylandB .A . — Morehouse College

Laura Enyo BenissanLaurel, MarylandB .S . — University of Maryland

Kim Dakota BoydWindsor Mill, MarylandB .S . — Stevenson University

Toty BoleyPhiladelphia, PennsylvaniaB .S . — Slippery Rock University

Nicole C. BradshawBrandywine, MarylandB .S . — University of Maryland

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MASTER OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION continued

Jynnea Melisa CampbellColumbia, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

Cecily Y. DennisUpper Marlboro, MarylandB .A . — University of the District of Columbia

Tanaysha Lashunae Echols Hanover, MarylandB .S . — American Military University

Henry FadojutimiWaldorf, MarylandB .S . — University of the District of Columbia

Angelique R. GladdenBeltsville, MarylandB .S . — Coppin State University

Jatorie JonesFrederick, MarylandB .S . — Morgan State University

Derise Charmange MajorHanover, MarylandB .S . — Saint Leo University

Brooksie Janel MarburyWashington D .C .B .A . — University of the District of Columbia

Rachel Heather McKinleyOxon Hill, MarylandB .S . — Towson University

Matthew O’ConnorAnnapolis, MarylandB .S . — Towson University

Takiya ReidFar Rockaway, New YorkB .A . — Plaza College of New York

Calvin Lamont TysonClinton, MarylandB .A . — University of Maryland

Ryan Andrew WashingtonSilver Spring, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

Alexandria Tai WheelerWaldorf, MarylandB .S . — Johnson & Wales University

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN APPLIED AND COMPUTATIONAL MATHEMATICS

Loc Michael LeSilver Spring, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

Seth KorantengSilver Spring, MarylandB .S . — University of Education Winneba

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE

Olalekan Ismail AbdulazeezLaurel, MarylandB .S . — University of Ilorin

Michael Edward BoyerLaurel, MarylandB .S . — University of Missouri

Antonio K. Brown IIWaldorf, MarylandB .A . — Frostburg State University

Nada ChaouiColumbia, MarylandB .S . — University of North Texas

Pingchuan MaBerwyn Heights, MarylandB .S . — Chinese Academy of Sciences

Stephanie Nicole ParkerBowie, MarylandB .S . — Savannah State University

Melvin Paul-KamaraSevern, MarylandB .S . — University of Maryland

Reynaldo Rafael RosarioHyattsville, MarylandB .S . — Dominican University O&M

Varun WadhwaGermantown, MarylandB .S . — University of Maryland

Theodore A. WalkerLanham, MarylandB .S . — University of Maryland

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS

Adebayo Michael AdebamboBowie, MarylandB .S . — Covenant University

Olabisi Oyewande AkandeAnnandale, MarylandB .S . — Bowen University

Mumini AlatiseNothingham, MarylandB .A . — Ministere de Education Nationale

Oluwatomi Christiana BanjoSevern, MarylandB .S . — Babcock University

Akinjide Victor BelloGwynn Oak, MarylandB .A . — Obafemi Awolowo University

Yusuf Olukayode BisiriyuLaurel, MarylandB .A . — Federal University of Agriculture

Dymond J. EstepWaldorf, MarylandB .A . — Bennett College

India Darshenna JohnsonUpper Marlboro, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

Oluwatoyin Esther KodeHyattsville, MarylandB .S . — Obafemi Awolowo University

Princessa Paul MwafongoLaurel, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

Musa Ayodeji OlushogaLanham, MarylandB .S . — University of Lagos


College of Business

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College of Business

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMScontinued

Suzanna Orighomisan OsatuyiGreenbelt, MarylandB .S . — University of Benin

Ololade Joy Oshatola Upper Marlboro, MarylandB .S . — Covenant University

Tiffany Sharell PerestaBowie, MarylandB .S . — Pierce College

Benjamin SinclairWaldorf, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

Modesta Suriel Garcia KellyHanover, MarylandB .A . — Technological University of Santiago

MASTER OF ARTS IN COUNSELING PSYCHOLOGY

Akira M. BrownTemple Hills, MarylandB .A . — Salisbury University

Jayda Keyerra BlountWaldorf, MarylandB .A . — Hood College

Kimberly ClemontsBowie, MarylandB .S . — Pennsylvania State University

Cieara Necole DavisLaurel, MarylandB .A . — Virginia State University

Elisabeth Shavonne FitzpatrickUpper Marlboro, MarylandB .A . — Marshall University

Siara Monet HarmonUpper Marlboro, MarylandB .S . — Morgan State University

Drew-Taylor McCraeWaldorf, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

Marlissa J. MyersWaldorf, MarylandB .S . – University of Maryland

Prestina Lashon PerryAnnapolis, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

Iesha Patrice RosenboroWaldorf, Maryland B .S . — Bowie State University

Charelle Stewart Waldorf, MarylandB .S . — University of Maryland

David Sylvester ThompsonLanham, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

Morgan Chantelle TuttUpper Marlboro, MarylandB .A . — North Carolina Agriculture & Technology State University

Rishanda Renee WinchesterLaurel, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

MASTER OF ARTS IN MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING

Lativia S. BrownTemple Hills, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

Dominique Samone Kia FaysonHyattsville, MarylandB .S . — University of Maryland

Tierra HowardHyattsville, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

Maureen IfeagwuLanham, MarylandB .S . — University of Calabar

Sarita Shanaye JohnsonLanham, MarylandB .A . — Argosy University

Nazlah S. Johnson-GunthropTowson, MarylandB .S . — Wilberforce University

Jennifer Justina JonesGreenbelt, MarylandB .S . — University of Maryland

Brianna A. LeonardSilver Spring, MarylandB .S . — Commonwealth University

Sylvia Luyayi MukasaLaurel, MarylandB .A . — University of Nairobi

Lauren Monique PearsonSavage, MarylandB .S . — University of Maryland

Lucia Beatriz PenaChesapeake Beach, MarylandB .S . — Frostburg State University

Stacey Michelle RoweWaldorf, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

Taylor Elizabeth StocksAnnapolis, MarylandB .S . — Salisbury University

Tina SurrattClinton, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

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MASTER OF ARTS IN MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING continued

Calvin Rainford WallaceGreenbelt, MarylandB .S . — Howard University

Kathleen Madeline WoodworthClinton, MarylandB .S . — University of Maryland

MASTER OF ARTS IN TEACHING

Mikaela Jewelisa GravesCrofton, MarylandB .A . — Frostburg State University

Denise Paula PepeBowie, MarylandB .S . — University of Maryland

Juan Jose RivasSilver Spring, MarylandB .A . — University of Maryland

Max Joshua SimonPotomac, MarylandB .A . — University of Tampa

Felicia Michelle ThomasUpper Marlboro, MarylandB .A . — Morgan State University

MASTER OF EDUCATION IN READING

Guinevere Rosalia Montinola BernabeColumbia, MarylandB .S . — Trinity Washington University

Nia Renee CleageHyattsville, MarylandB .S . — Howard University

Taletta Nyann CoatesDistrict Heights, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

Kenyatta Monica CooperCrofton, MarylandB .S . — Coppin State University

Melissa Lynn EricssonGlen Burnie, MarylandB .S . — Bloomsburg University

Kaitlyn Marie GeskeyCapitol Heights, MarylandB .S . — York College of Pennsylvania

Andrea Kimberly HolleyCapitol Heights, MarylandB .S . — Norfolk State University

Shannon Mara-Jane LutzChurchton, MarylandB .S . — Towson University

Shearay Monique MyersGreenbelt, MarylandB .A . — College of Saint Elizabeth

Lorraine Elizabeth Peniston-JosephBrentwood, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

Brandi Lynn PierreUpper Marlboro, MarylandB .S . — Eastern Michigan University

Lanee’ Karina SheffieldBowie, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

MASTER OF EDUCATION IN SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION AND SUPERVISION

April Raiford ArchieBowie, MarylandB .A . — The City College of New York

Jereme Charles JosephWaldorf, MarylandB .S . — Howard University

MASTER OF EDUCATION IN SCHOOL COUNSELING

Santana Joseph DickersonBaltimore, MarylandB .S . — Coppin State University

Temitope Bidemi FakinledeBowie, MarylandB .A . — University of Maryland

Teresa Tess GoffOxon Hill, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

Tiana Maria HinesWashington, D .C .B .S . — Trinity Washington University

Sarah Katharine HolmesStevensville, MarylandB .S . — Kutztown University

Marisa Lynn MorrisHuntingtown, MarylandB .A . — Davis & Elkins College

Gretchen Ludwig SalopekWaldorf, MarylandB .S . — Indiana University

Imani Renee TaylorSuitland, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

MASTER OF EDUCATION IN SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGY

Martha Marie BrownWindsor Mill, MarylandB .A . — University of Alabama

Renee’ Nicole HallLaurel, MarylandB .S . — Youngstown State University

Samantha Lee NicholsCatonsville, MarylandB .S . — University of Maryland

Patrick Michael Robinson-LinkBaltimore, MarylandB .S . — Trinity University

Rachel Irelene ReedChestertown, MarylandB .A . — Elizabethtown College

Ashley Rose RosnerReisterstown, MarylandB .S . — Stevenson University

Aubry Anne SharpBoise, IdahoB .S . — Boise State University

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College of Professional Studies

MASTER OF EDUCATION IN SECONDARY EDUCATION

Olubukola AdeshiyanChesapeake Beach, MarylandB .S . — Ladoke Akintola University of Technology

MASTER OF EDUCATION IN SPECIAL EDUCATION

Deidra Louise DanielsUpper Marlboro, MarylandB .S . — Central State University

Destiny Patricia McGeeGwynn Oak, MarylandB .A . — Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts

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MASTER OF ARTS IN HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT

Chinasa Susan AdigweHyattsville, MarylandB .S . — University of Nigeria

Abdullah Saad AlfalehVienna, VirginiaB .S . — King Abdulaziz University

Abdulrahman Nasser AldhafeeriWilmington, DelewareB .S . — Saud Islamic University

Bashayer Abdulhalim BadawiAlexandria, VirginiaB .S . — Marymount University

Reem Shahatah BakheetWashington, D .C . B .S . — King Abdulaziz University

Laurie Christina BrownLaurel, MarylandB .A . — University of Maryland, College Park

Tatiana Jari CintronColumbia, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

Karen Renee ColesHughesville, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

Calvin Alexander CrawleyBowie, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

Jonathan Momolu DixonLaurel, MarylandB .S . — Virginia State University

William Brendayle DrewFort Washington, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

Taylor Charmane Edwards Laurel, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

Shanice Renee’ GomireTemple Hills, MarylandB .A . — University of Debuque

Samantha Soroya HayeLanham, MarylandB .A . — University of the West Indies, Mona

Kemisola Joy HinnBowie, MarylandB .S . — University of Nigeria

Anuoluwapo Elizabeth JamesUpper Marlboro, MarylandB .S . — Morgan State University

Alexia Antionette JohnsonBowie, MarylandB .S . — Pennsylvania State University

Lindsea A. JonesSilver Spring, MarylandB .S . — Old Dominion University

Kamisha Lorraine KellamDistrict Heights, MarylandB .S . — SUNY Albany

Charles Henry Miles IIIHanover, MarylandB .A . — Georgia Southern University

Udoka Ifechukwude OgraLanham, MarylandB .S . — Nigeria Edo University

Olayinka O. OlorisadeLanham, MarylandB .S . — Igbinedion University

Taryn Justine OuztsLargo, MarylandB .S . — Morgan State University

Samala Pepita ParkerSuitland, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

Carrera D. SmithBaltimore, MarylandB .S . — Morgan State University

Jessica Morgan StewartUpper Marlboro, MarylandB .S . — Norfolk State University

Alexandria Camille VandrosLaurel, MarylandB .S . — University of Baltimore




MASTER OF SCIENCE IN NURSING

Modupe Olamide AdefiyijuLaurel, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

Mispa A. AfuehUpper Marlboro, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

Esther Ezinneamaka AgajeluGaithersburg, MarylandB .S . — Delaware State University

Afuah Fobi AgyapongUpper Marlboro, MarylandB .S . — Howard University

Erik BazeBaltimore, MarylandB .S . — Grand Canyon University

Pushpa CheriyanGreenbelt, MarylandB .S . — Panjab University

Nnechi Ogechukwu ChiduemeBoyds, MarylandB .S . — Howard University

Crystal Nicole DebearyCrownsville, MarylandB .S . — Coppin State University

Celestine Ekane EkehBurtonsville, MarylandB .S . — Delaware State University

Julius Doh Fokwen-TitachuBowie, MarylandB .S . — Frostburg State University

George-Marie Tonia GarberEllicott City, MarylandB .S . — State University of New York

Rezvaneh GoodarziColumbia, MarylandB .S . — Notre Dame of Maryland University

Rajeswari GorrepatiColumbia, MarylandB .S . — University of Health Sciences

Carlitta T. HarrisOxon Hill, MarylandB .S . — University of Maryland

Thuy Vy Nguyen Lyn-KewGlen Burnie, MarylandB .S . — Bowie State University

Tracy Kinanu MuthamiaLanham, MarylandB .S . — University of the District of Columbia

Grace Oledinma OfforLanham, MarylandB .S . — American Sentinel University

Charity Ndidi OkaforUpper Marlboro, MarylandB .S . — Coppin State University

Lumumba Ahota PierceParksville, MarylandB .S . — Morgan State University

Wubit T. RaruTakoma Park, MarylandB .S . — University of the District of Columbia

Cynthia Andoh Safo-MensaUpper Marlboro, MarylandB .S . — Univesity of the District of Columbia

Janice Cecylia VazNorth Potomac, MarylandB .S . — Shreemati Nathibai Damodar Thackersey Women’s University

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The undergraduaTe PrograM

Latin HonorsSumma Cum Laude 3 .85 – 4 .00 Magna Cum Laude 3 .65 – 3 .84 Cum Laude 3 .50 – 3 .64

This list of Honors and Recognition compiled as of June 5, 2020 .* Denotes 4 .0 GPA .

Academic Recognition

Transfer students who have earned 30–59 semester hours at Bowie State University with a GPA of 3 .50 or higher .

Julissa T. Arias Antwuan Eugene Brown Jikaela La, Ren Call

Kyrie K. Degruttola Brittany-Monae, D. Dixon Cierra Lynette Gamble

Uhood Abdalla Mohamed Elhassan Hamza

Jestina Johnson

Bionca Unique McClure Sonia Sultana

Emmanuela Abraham Didas Setondji Akognon Nadar Musaad Almutari Yvonne Korantemaa Amponsah Stephanie Opeyemi Babatunde Daijha Ballard Samantha E. Bell Deiondrea Clarelena Berry Aaliyah Michelle Bratcher Charlyce B. Brown Selena A. Brown Alaya A. Butler Jennifer L. Chavez Khiry Rashawn Clark

Dialante Daniels Rita Dill Andrew S. Dixon Aundrea Faith Dyson Ineca Ayanna Elliott Jesus Alberto Estrada Daniel Francois III Mahuwena Djele Goito Gabriel T. Gonzales Ashley Kanae Green Jesse James Harr Dan Javier Hernandez Eryka A. Hines Victoria P. Howard

Jasmine W. Johnson Nyiah Jordan Olukayode Olalekan Komolafe Danielle A. LangBeiling Liu Samuel Richard Martinez Kayla A. Mitchell Angelina Shubira Mushala Jaylyn R. Norris Adeline Ntoh Ntungwe Duanny Palma Ashleigh Vera Potter Chereese Danielle Ray Keiona Shontice Revis

Nataly K. Reyes Imani Love Lee Rowe Monae Arnika Tranae Savoy Jaslyn Alexis Simms Ke,Airra Danielle Speigner Julia M. Tasker Gloria Ann Thomas Barbara J. Van Leer Alante Micah Warrick Gregory Wells Jr.Brandon Lynn Williams Shayquan D. Winegan Breana M. Yrlas

Elizabeth Opeoluwa Akinmolayan Elizabeth Irene Allen Maya O. Allen Sayauni Bethea Aaliyah Bobbie Brown Rhonda Doreen Brown Imani Craig Mi,Nique Ann Downs Camila Yoselin Escamilla Javian Rashai Evans

Joan Nzelle Ewane Kmar Anthion Grant-Smith Michael Holton Ekene Mercy Ishicheli Denzel Lee Knox Kameron Coleman Lucas Kyle Coleman Lucas Leroy Madison Joelle Monique Mason Akiras Noni McCants

Shaneice McKenzie Amber R. Melton Jonathon Thomas Moody O,lu Shola A. Olaitan Ikpefua Anderson Olumese Chinonso Michelle Onyeiwu Dezmon Gerrel Ouzts Asya Renee Proctor Sony Pudasaini Victor Eb Ramos

Roland Eugene Reynolds Brittany Veronica Richardson Shari J. Sanders Zainab E. Sesay Diamond Nicole Short Alexa Niquole Stewart Natasha A. Washington Anthony Jordan White Sa,Miya D. Wooten Kalah N. Zeigler

Aisha Marie Barnes* Amelia Bradshaw Steffanie Jade Caison Hannah Joy Ciocon Keva Demerle Colbert Kyle Connolly

Eliza Cordero Jacob Ryan Davis Patience Ifeoma Enyinnaya Brittany N. Gaddy* Katherine Marlene Garcia Acevedo

Leo Angelo D. Genota Ashley Tyler Hawkins Sean Patrick Hicks Brianna Leigh Hood Devon Marquis Kendrick* Melissa Breanna Morgan

Andrea N. Mwando* Christine R. Ramroop* Connell Charles Reese Matthew Jacob Sapienza Victoria Alana Sharps

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BACHELOR OF ARTS IN ENGLISH

Rhonda Doreen Brown Laurel, Maryland

Keva Demerle Colbert Washington, D .C .

Kassiah A. Drummond Silver Spring, Maryland Mahuwena Djele Goito New Carrollton, Maryland Connell Charles Reese Bowie, Maryland

Michaela J. Taylor Waldorf, Maryland

Haley Elise White Edgewater, Maryland

Yusuff O. Yusuff Bladensburg, Maryland

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN FINE ARTS

Jalen Adam BostonBaltimore, Maryland

Jonaye Elexy Campbell Baltimore, Maryland

Denzel Lee Knox Silver Spring, Maryland

Maurice Nicholes McBrideSevern, Maryland

Robinae C. Moore Bowie, Maryland

Niya M. Stenbar Columbia, Maryland

O’Shah Jamere ThomasRiverdale, Maryland

Destiny Jael Cymone Williams Fort Washington, Maryland

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN HISTORY

Mary E. Wilson Bowie, Maryland

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BIOLOGY

Rebecca Akingbade Bowie, Maryland

Jada M. AlexanderFort Washington, Maryland

Richard Boateng Savage, Maryland

Ryan O. Burton Baltimore, Maryland

Rita Dill Owings, Maryland

Andrew S. Dixon Hyattsville, Maryland

Kenosha Gonsalves Silver Spring, Maryland

Gabriel T. Gonzales Waldorf, Maryland

Dante L. Hamiel Elkridge, Maryland

Jeffrey Todd Harrison District Heights, Maryland

Dinah Keziah Harvey Odenton, Maryland

Jalend Emmanual Hill Lanham, Maryland

Samaria T. Jeune Baltimore, Maryland

Nyiah Jordan Temple Hills, Maryland

Olukayode Olalekan Komolafe Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Alexis Da’Shawn Lovett Oxon Hill, Maryland

Madeleine Audrey Ndema Lanham, Maryland

O’lu Shola A. Olaitan Beltsville, Maryland

Richard Roberts-Gunther Laurel, Maryland

Javon Obrian ScottBowie, Maryland

Keith T. Smith Baltimore, Maryland

Tanisha C. Sparrow-Haythorne Davidsonville, Maryland

Precious Tatum Reisterstown, Maryland

Tydia Thornton Reisterstown, Maryland

Kayla Rochelle Tucker Oxon Hill, Maryland

Mamusu Turay Fort Washington, Maryland

Imani Nia Vega Baltimore, Maryland

Dae’Junay Lucre’Tia-Anna Whalen Edgewood, Maryland

Jessica M. Williams Laurel, Maryland

Isata N. Yokie Bowie, Maryland

Kianna Aaliyah Young Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Simbiat Abisola YusufLaurel, Maryland

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMMUNICATIONS

Elizabeth Irene AllenWaldorf, Maryland

Stephanie Opeyemi Babatunde Bowie, Maryland

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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMMUNICATIONS continued

Daijha BallardCapitol Heights, Maryland

Jasmine Annise Beasley Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Boston Brice IV Bowie, Maryland

Dayna Monae BrownCapitol Heights, Maryland

Lauren M. Byrd Baltimore, Maryland

Naya N. Byrd Bowie, Maryland

Andrew J. Chambers Fort Washington, Maryland

Seth Alan Chisolm Jr.Landover, Maryland

Kenneth Alexander Cook IIHyattsville, Maryland

Dialante DanielsClinton, Maryland

Shavin N. Devonish Landover, Maryland

Christopher Dina Laurel, Maryland

Dayna M. DownsWashington, D .C .

Donovan P. Erskine Abingdon, Maryland

Nebiy Esayas Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

William Flowers III Baltimore, Maryland

Brittany N. GaddyUpper Marlboro, Maryland

Alijah Monique Gee Frederick, Maryland

Joseph Francis Gethers IIBowie, Maryland

Kendra Kamil Harley Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Jesse James Harr Crofton, Maryland

Dan Javier Hernandez APO, AE

Nehemiah Darnell HolidayRandallstown, Maryland

Kai Alexis Holmes-Cook Windsor Mill, Maryland

Justin Arnell Jacobs Randallstown, Maryland

Destiny JohnsonGwynn Oak, Maryland

Bre’Ana P. Jones Odenton, Maryland

Michelle E. Jupiter Silver Spring, Maryland

Taylor King Prince Frederick, Maryland

Christopher B. Knight Pikesville, Maryland

Derace Beradis LauderdaleBowie, Maryland

Beiling Liu Lanham, Maryland

Tamani Antionette Lynch Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Danzel James Waverly Manley Waldorf, Maryland

Khurdijah Armani McNeill Washington, D .C .

Melissa Breanna Morgan Hyattsville, Maryland

Ciara D. Napier Wooden District Heights, Maryland

Dorcas Folakemi Osinowo Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Asya Renee Proctor Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Roland Eugene ReynoldsBrandywine, Maryland

Oladapo Emmanuel Sanyaolu Hyattsville, Maryland

Saidah R. Sargent Baltimore, Maryland

Jessica Caitlin Sherman Pasadena, Maryland

Tasia Patrece TaylorWhite Plains, Maryland

Chant’e Angela Thompson College Park, Maryland

Teriq M. Thompson Fort Washington, Maryland

De’Anne D. VaughanUpper Marlboro, Maryland

Brandon Andre Williams Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Brandon Lynn WilliamsDistrict Heights, Maryland

Jorae I. Williams Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Monet N. WrightBaltimore, Maryland

Tempest A. Yancey Baltimore, Maryland

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE

Deiondrea Clarelena Berry Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Chidubem EzinneLanham, Maryland

Fassil A. Fa-Yusuf Bladensburg, Maryland

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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE continued

Daniel Francois IIILanham, Maryland

Leo Angelo D. Genota Bowie, Maryland

Isaiah W. Gregory Randallstown, Maryland

Isaiah D. LewisFort Washington, Maryland

Lambo Joke Malafa Laurel, Maryland

Joelle Monique MasonBrandywine, Maryland

Cymone A. McDowell Fort Washington, Maryland

Jonathon Thomas MoodyFort Washington, Maryland

Obinna U. Onyima Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Alphonso Smith Jr.Baltimore, Maryland

Xavier Dion Thomas Taneytown, Maryland

Kayla V. ThompsonBowie, Maryland

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY

Anthony Adedoyin Waldorf, Maryland Adel Hammad Alruwaili Laurel, Maryland

Ashley Chinenye Azike Randallstown, Maryland Robel Hailu BarakiHyattsville, Maryland Wesley Austin BarnesSuitland, Maryland

John T. ClendeninBowie, Maryland

Kmar Anthion Grant-Smith Brandywine, Maryland

Ayomide S. Iyapo Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Alhaji M. Kanu Silver Spring, Maryland Omega Sasha Marks Clinton, Maryland

Atehnge Morfaw Lanham, Maryland Ikpefua Anderson Olumese Randallstown, Maryland Mayowa Omobo Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Keiona Shontice Revis Greenbelt, Maryland Justin I. Rogers Upper Marlboro, Maryland Cion C. Sandidge Hyattsville, Maryland Prince Sarkodie Hyattsville, Maryland

Malayshia K. Seegers District Heights, Maryland

Zhaquan M. Walker Upper Marlboro, Maryland Kayla P. Wright Clinton, Maryland

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ENGLISH

Dezmon Gerrel Ouzts Upper Marlboro, Maryland Shania Rose Wahler Waldorf, Maryland

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN HISTORY

Mohamad D. Ashkar Bowie, Maryland

Brianna Nicole O’Daniel Dunkirk, Maryland

Jose Romero-Ventura Lanham, Maryland

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN GOVERNMENT

Jacob Ryan Davis College Park, Maryland

Menelik C. Eldridge Bowie, Maryland

Samuel Richard MartinezLaurel, Maryland

Dajon M. Purvis Chambers Washington, D .C .

Chereese Danielle Ray Temple Hills, Maryland

Noumkouba Toure College Park, Maryland

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MATHEMATICS

Patrick Ellis Adegbaye Landover, Maryland

Tiara D. Adams (Posthumous)Bowie, Maryland

Ibukunoluwa Oluwalonsola Ayo-Durojaiye Damascus, Maryland

Aaliyah Michelle Bratcher Mount Laurel, New Jersey Cobi Heron Laurel, Maryland

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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN THEATER ARTS

Whitney Chantel Jefferson Washington, D .C .

Christen Munroe-Jones Randallstown, Maryland Shalom Chidimma Omo-Osagie Rosedale, Maryland

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN VISUAL COMMUNICATION AND DIGITAL ARTS

Jessica C. Adams Waldorf, Maryland

Didas Setondji Akognon Laurel, Maryland

Kelah Aleah Prudence Anderson Glen Burnie, Maryland Alaya A. Butler Bowie, Maryland

Jesus Alberto Estrada Beltsville, Maryland

Javian Rashai Evans Suitland, Maryland

Antonio Rene Garcia Clinton, Maryland

Sydnee Monae HunterFort Washington, Maryland

Devon Marquis Kendrick Fort Washington, Maryland

Amber R. Melton Bel Air, Maryland

Angelina Shubira Mushala Lanham, Maryland

Savanah Valencia NelsonCapitol Heights, Maryland

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College of Business

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Tariq Rafeed Bin AbdullahFort Washington, Maryland

Diona Tamia AdamsBryans Road, Maryland

Adnan Muhammed AjanahLaurel, Maryland

Salman Mohammed AlajmiAlexandria, Virginia

Marwan Ahmed Alamari Tiffin, Ohio

Sarah AlarifiRiyadh, Saudi Arabia

Faisal Salem Alatawi Baltimore, Maryland

Hussam Rashid Aldhahri Hyattsville, Maryland

Mohammed Abdullah H. AlfohaidVienna, Virginia

Nadar Musaad Almutari Silver Spring, Maryland

MazenDaghash M. AlqahtaniCharlotte, North Carolina

Mohammed Ibrahim AlsaggafKingston, Pennsylvania

Fahad Mohammed N. AlsubaieCharlotte, North Carolina

Adel Dhifallah Alzahrani Herndon, Virginia

Samuel O. Ayodele Lanham, Maryland

Megan Courtney Bell Baltimore, Maryland

Zainab Chiderah Braimoh Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Jacob Benny Brown Windsor Mill, Maryland

Anthonyce Glenika BrowneCollege Park, Maryland

Imani Symone Burrell Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Steffanie Jade Caison Fort Washington, Maryland

Erica Jasmin Carter Columbia, Maryland

Taylor B. Chase Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Jalen Chantel Coleman Waldorf, Maryland

Kyle Connolly Crofton, Maryland

Deonte Jamar Copeland Suitland, Maryland

Zoey De Los Santos De La CruzLaurel, Maryland

Donna Alexis Deigh Severn, Maryland

Aniya Sarena Demery Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Yasmeen R. DeonarainBowie, Maryland

Tyra Nechelle Doles Oxon Hill, Maryland

Jamia Lanee Dove Greenbelt, Maryland



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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION continued

Tamia Renee Dove Greenbelt, Maryland

Paula T. Egbe Ellicott City, Maryland

Sabrina Encarnacion Washington, D .C .

Timothy Oyetunji Esuola Bowie, Maryland

Brooke Maia Evans Bowie, Maryland

Abraham Gebrehiwot Suitland, Maryland

Omari Michael George Baltimore, Maryland

Beverlly Marielous GonzalezBrentwood, Maryland

Jamie Inez Gough Baltimore, Maryland

Frances E. Gray District Heights, Maryland

Tershiya Nyshayla Green Cambridge, Maryland

Shantel Jacqueline Hinds Roxbury, Massachusetts

Delica Marcia Holder Washington, D .C .

Ekene Mercy Ishicheli Glenarden, Maryland

Ray R. Jefferies Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Talitha N. Johnson Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Kajuan A. Kelly-Gilmore Waldorf, Maryland

Armani N. Knight Columbia, Maryland

Michelle Solange KoundouBurtonsville, Maryland

Zyair J. Long Bryans Road, Maryland

Kenyetta Nataki Louis Bowie, Maryland

Kameron Coleman Lucas Mitchellville, Maryland

Kyle Coleman Lucas Bowie, Maryland

Jordan K. Martin Waldorf, Maryland

Ariel Briona McCain Baltimore, Maryland

Kiera Nicole McSwain Cheltenham, Maryland

Uhood Abdalla Mohamed Elhassan Hamza Brooklyn, Maryland

Ciarra Simone Moseley Windsor Mill, Maryland

Kelechi C. Nwadike Silver Spring, Maryland

Jevison Nzemenoh La Plata, Maryland

Segun J. Oderinde Riverdale, Maryland

Nnadozie Daniel OgbonnaBowie, Maryland

Kemi Ogunwumiju Hyattsville, Maryland

Mfonabasi Grace Okon Beltsville, Maryland

Toluwalope A. Olaitan Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Mitchell A. Plater Sunderland, Maryland

Jock Koby Pollock Washington, D .C .

Emmanuel E. Pratt Silver Spring, Maryland

Charles Andrew Ragland Brentwood, Maryland

TaTiana Sahara Rawlings Washington, D .C .

Jarve J. Rogers Chicago, Illinois

Shari J. Sanders Lanham, Maryland

Justin A. Scott Capitol Heights, Maryland

Sabrina Singh Bowie, Maryland

Diana Slopow Temple Hills, Maryland

Akili A. Smith Bowie, Maryland

Ke,Airra Danielle Speigner Bowie, Maryland

Tiffany Lerei Spence Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Summer D. Stephens Baltimore, Maryland

Amber Shinae Strong White Plains, Maryland

Ragan Nicole Talbert Fort Washington, Maryland

Britney Janae Tate Fort Washington, Maryland

Lionel S. Taylor Bowie, Maryland

Loic Dimitri Tchebetchou Laurel, Maryland

Herman Lee Watkins IIITemple Hills, Maryland

Nickeisha R.E. Wellington Laurel, Maryland

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College of Business

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION continued

Suprenia T. West-Burton Glen Burnie, Maryland

Brandon Jamal Wiggins District Heights, Maryland

Mishay Carleya Willis Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Davon Timothy Winder Baltimore, Maryland

Christopher Anthony WissmannPasadena, Maryland

Ben-Haiman Yacoubou Adelphi, Maryland

Kierra Alexandra Young Upper Marlboro, Maryland


BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

Patrice BrownEssex, Maryland

Hannah Joy Ciocon Bowie, Maryland

Brianna Leigh HoodPasadena, Maryland

Ayana Nashaun MackallUpper Marlboro, Maryland

Susana Moreira Silver Spring, Maryland

Jessica Lynn SteinatCrownsville, Maryland

Julia M. Tasker Annapolis, Maryland

Barbara J. Van Leer Gaithersburg, Maryland

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION

Kayla I. Darby Laurel, Maryland

Kyrie K. Degruttola Hyattsville, Maryland Faith Angelica Garner Clinton, Maryland

Ashley Tyler HawkinsBowie, Maryland

Victoria P. Howard Clinton, Maryland

Jermaine Lloyd JacksonSuitland, Maryland

Jasmine W. JohnsonRidgely, Maryland

Damyrah Patlynn MumfordDelmar, Maryland

Jaylyn R. Norris Lanham, Maryland

Christine R. Ramroop Bowie, Maryland

Essence Tenequa ReavesBrandywine, Maryland

Brittany Veronica Richardson Washington, D .C .

Matthew Jacob Sapienza Bowie, Maryland Alante Mary Corene Velez Bowie, Maryland

Da,Sai Monae Walker Capitol Heights, Maryland

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN SPORT MANAGEMENT

Nia Khali BakerCatonsville, Maryland Gaston Tyler Cooper Silver Spring, Maryland

Raven Nicole Harris Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Stephon Joshua Harrison New York, New York Michael Holton Germantown, Maryland Dionte Marquise Johnson Fort Washington, Maryland

Kai J. Johnson Towson, Maryland Derrick Lydell Kittrell Jr. Randallstown, Maryland Danielle A. Lang Syracuse, New York Leland Jerome Miller Beltsville, Maryland

Victor Eb Ramos Arnold, Mayland

Mikel Javon Rollins Fort Washington, Maryland

Alexa Niquole Stewart Laurel, Maryland

Delonta Muhammad Tinsley Washington, D .C .

Michael Lawrence West III Fort Washington, Maryland

Diago R. Williams Riverdale, Maryland

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BACHELOR OF ARTS IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Oscar Andre AustinGambrills, Maryland Melissa E. BrownBrooklyn, New York

Diamond M. Linzie Adelphi, Maryland Diamond Aleah Lyles Waldorf, Maryland

Bilqees S. StoverSilver Spring, Maryland Justina TownsendUniondale, New York Alante Micah WarrickUpper Marlboro, Maryland

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN SOCIOLOGY

Vernon Quentin Jones Mitchellville, Maryland Samuel A. Moore III Cheverly, Maryland

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CHILD AND ADOLESCENT STUDIES

Brianna Anthony Rockville, Maryland

Tanina Lashea BivinsLa Plata, Maryland

Charlyce B. Brown Riverdale, Maryland

Nancy Bulhassan Hyattsville, Maryland

Sydnee Keyanna Clark Waldorf, Maryland

Ineca Ayanna Elliott Cambridge, Maryland

Love Jesus Fleurizard Columbia, Maryland

Cierra Lynette Gamble Bryans Road, Maryland

Lartrice Kristian Harrell Waldorf, Maryland

Felicia L. Hart Randallstown, Maryland

Imani Monae Hughes Laurel, Maryland

Natisha M. Jenkins New Carrollton, Maryland

Vivia Debrelyn Lewis Riverdale, Maryland

Leathy Hunter McLaughlin New Carrollton, Maryland

Nnenna Obianuju Onuora Glendale, Maryland

Briana Shirley Pleasants Bowie, Maryland

Alexis Pumphrey Columbia, Maryland

Brittany A. Richburg Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Ache N. Ross Fort Washington, Maryland

Brittany Bianca SaundersHyattsville, Maryland

Patrice Joy SaundersOlney, Maryland

Zainab E. Sesay Washington, D .C .

Victoria Alana Sharps Laurel, Maryland

Candy Diane Smith Germantown, Maryland

Janique Renee StevensonWashington, D .C .

Mary N. Ukaegbu Oxon Hill, Maryland

Tahjai Renee Ward-FrazierBowie, Maryland

Natasha A. Washington Easton, Maryland

Regene Mone WhiteBaltimore, Maryland

Lauren Alexis Williams Ellicott City, Maryland

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Afolabi Nathan AbeUpper Marlboro, Maryland

Keeshawn Cory AddisonLanham, Maryland

Mimi Akong Hyattsville, Maryland

Morgan M. Allen-WilliamsBowie, Maryland

Hassanatu Bah Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Frank Lee BaileyWashington, D .C . Aisha Marie BarnesWaldorf, Maryland

Sayauni Bethea District Heights, Maryland Amelia BradshawFayetteville, Georgia Jason D. BrandonLargo, Maryland

Selena A. Brown Columbia, Maryland

Jikaela Laren Call Lothian, Maryland Brittany Nicole Campbell Lanham, Maryland

Jennifer L. ChavezBerwyn Heights, Maryland

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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE continued

Sabrina CueHyattsville, Maryland

Michael D. Curry Bowie, Maryland Rodney D. Dawson Mardela Springs, Maryland

Kayla Denise DowdyFort Washington, Maryland Danielle Chisom EgbufoamaFort Washington, Maryland

Amani Chanel Evans Suitland, Maryland

Emmanuel Elijah FranklinBaltimore, Maryland

Katherine Marlene Garcia Landover, Maryland

Julian George Granby Jr.Silver Spring, Maryland

Danielle HackettAdelphi, Maryland

Jada Simone Harris Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Paris Jahkita HarrisonBryans Road, Maryland

Sean Patrick Hicks Annapolis, Maryland

Destini Lashae JohnsonBaltimore, Maryland

Abril N. Jones Aberdeen, Maryland

Camille A. Jones Fort Washington, Maryland Trianna N. Jones Odenton, Maryland

Renee Virginia Kydd District Heights, Maryland

Davidson LauredanSilver Spring, Maryland

Marie Lise Levry Silver Spring, Maryland

Jada McCullough Baltimore, Maryland

Shaneice McKenzie Brentwood, Maryland

Shana-Lee S. McKenzie Burtonsville, Maryland

Montre D. MartinBrandywine, Maryland

Lynnette A. Miller Silver Spring, Maryland

Christina Joy Minter Fort Washington, Maryland Kiona Jaynay MontgomeryWhite Plains, Maryland Andrea N. Mwando Greenbelt, Maryland

Cashea L. Paige Baltimore, Maryland

Nataly K. Reyes Lanham, Maryland

Anessa Renee RiveraBowie, Maryland

Imani Love Lee Rowe Silver Spring, Maryland

Diamond Nicole ShortSuitland, Maryland

Lolita D. Simmons Capitol Heights, Maryland

Jaslyn Alexis SimmsClinton, Maryland

Juvonny Orlando SizemoreBowie, Maryland

Breant Hydea SmithSilver Spring, Maryland

Briana Monae TateFort Washington, Maryland

Jada A. ThomasBurtonsville, Maryland

Delonte Tyler Tibbs Bowie, Maryland

Lea M. WhiteheadOdenton, Maryland

Chenelle Carol Williams-Massey White Plains, Maryland Joshua Caleb YoungJoppa, Maryland Breana M. Yrlas Ellicott City, Maryland

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING

Shakirat Bukola Abbas Glenn Dale, Maryland

Yvonne Bihnwi Abegley Adelphi, Maryland

Emmaculate Etih Adeck Blendensburg, Maryland

Elizabeth Opeoluwa AkinmolayanBowie, Maryland

Ruth Nchumulu Alaaha Temple Hills, Maryland

Samuel None Antwi-Boasiakoh New Carrollton, Maryland

Clintin Nkemju Bakwa Bowie, Maryland

Christina Chantel Becton Silver Spring, Maryland

Patience Carr Hanover, Maryland

Noel Ray Ciocon Bowie, Maryland

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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING continued

Reuben Jay Aguisando Ciocon Bowie, Maryland

Florence Lamosi Dogho Bowie, Maryland

Ashley Sade English Nottingham, Maryland

Racheal C. George Bowie, Maryland

Catherine A. Hardwick Glenn Dale, Maryland

Onyeka Elvis Iwudyke Baltimore, Maryland

Hawanatu Konneh Bowie, Maryland

Gwendoline Atuh Njang Riverdale, Maryland

Bebine Horine Noe Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Onyinyechi Nwude Glenarden, Maryland

Felly Nyota White Oak, Maryland

Ebere Felicia Okeke Greenbelt, Maryland

Olufisayo Omobo Windsor Mill, Maryland

Chinonso Michelle Onyeiwu Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Uchenna Caroline Owunna Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Sony Pudasaini Hyattsville, Maryland

Cynthia Sirri Tembi New Carrollton, Maryland

Linda Khadioli Yonge Hyattsville, Maryland

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN PSYCHOLOGY

Monsurat Funmilola AdamsOdenton, Maryland

Mohammad Bani AlanaziFairfax, Virginia

Maya O. Allen Baltimore, Maryland

Oluwatobi J. Amona Lanham, Maryland

Yvonne Korantemaa Amponsah Laurel, Maryland

Brittney Andrews Lanham, Maryland

Devinity Apollon District Heights, Maryland

Julissa T. Arias Beltsville, Maryland

Taiwo F. Asooye Baltimore, Maryland

Kori Breon Baltimore Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Samantha E. Bell Waldorf, Maryland

Shannel A. Blake Owings Mills, Maryland

Taylor A. Bramwell Bowie, Maryland

Alaya Breahn Collins Lanham, Maryland

Brittany-Monae, D. Dixon Hyattsville, Maryland

Jahmeela Asha Edwards Brentwood, Maryland

Paulinelle Nkombu Fonzock EkenyaUpper Marlboro, Maryland

Camila Yoselin Escamilla Crofton, Maryland

Emmanuel Etoo Ndjongo Bowie, Maryland

Aiyana Green Severna Park, Maryland

Kamari Ivan Gupta Greenbelt, Maryland

Brittney Brashae Hayes Brandywine, Maryland

Anna Marrie Higgins Gaithersburg, Maryland

Eryka A. Hines Annapolis, Maryland

Sadiyah T. Jenkins Owings Mills, Maryland

Adama Kamara Crofton, Maryland

Kiana I. Layne Windsor Mill, Maryland

Makayla Lynae Mansfield Camp Springs, Maryland

Bionca Unique McClure Lanham, Maryland

Mia Lynn McLaughlin Suitland, Maryland

Japria Mitchell Laurel, Maryland

Kayla A. Mitchell Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Matthew James Mobley Hyattsville, Maryland

Monsurat Funmilola Musa Odenton, Maryland

Dyonna A. Nelson Fort Washington, Maryland

Tolulope A. Ogunlola Fairmount Heights, Maryland

Krista Okanume Upper Marlboro, Maryland

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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN PSYCHOLOGY continued

Dejahna Oliver Forestville, Maryland

Olufisayo Omobo Windsor Mill, Maryland

Niza R. Pooranmal Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Ashleigh Vera Potter Bowie, Maryland

Taylor M. Reeder Forestville, Maryland

Jason Alexander Roberts District Heights, Maryland

Alexis T. Smith Washington, D .C .

E-Leayah Jenae Swann Washington, D .C .

Anessa Elizabeth Taylor Fort Washington, Maryland

Anthony Jordan White Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Brandon M. Whittington Bowie, Maryland

Alexis D. Williams Waldorf, Maryland

Bronte R. Williams Salisbury, Maryland

Breeana Ross Williams-SimmonsNew York, New York

Sa,Miya D. Wooten Suitland, Maryland

Tamika Shawna Yancey Baltimore, Maryland

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN SOCIAL WORK

Emmanuela AbrahamRiverdale, Maryland Kevin Marcel Betters Jr. Glen Burnie, Maryland

Kenice Roy Ann Brooks Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Aaliyah Bobbie Brown Plainfield, New Jersey

Crystal E. CapellanNottingham, Maryland

Monicia Jo Mea ChristianLanham, Maryland

Vonyeh Brionn Clanton Baltimore, Maryland

Khiry Rashawn ClarkSilver Spring, Maryland Eliza CorderoRiverdale, Maryland

Imani Craig Havre De Grace, Maryland

Deshanna Nequail Daughtery Severn, Maryland

Niliyah D. Davis Randallstown, Maryland Jennifer Maria Delgado College Park, Maryland Mi,Nique Ann Downs Washington, D .C .

Aundrea Faith Dyson Bowie, Maryland

Patience Ifeoma EnyinnayaHyattsville, Maryland

Dominique M. Evans Arnold, Maryland

Maya S. Frazier Fairfield, California

Dianne Graves-Williams College Park, Maryland Ngozi C. Igbokwe Waldorf, Maryland

Sierra Monique LaneOwings Mills, Maryland

Leroy Madison Odenton, Maryland

Alexis J. McBean Owings Mills, Maryland Akiras Noni McCants Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Duanny Palma Glenarden, Maryland

Kemi Michele Parson-Oluwo Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Rayanna Peterson Ewing, New Jersey

Taylar D. Reed Baltimore, Maryland

Bonita Monique Robinson Baltimore, Maryland

Kie-Aire Savoy Accokeek, Maryland

Jordan Silver ThomasUpper Marlboro, Maryland

Tenisha Naomi Tolen Laurel, Maryland

Deonte Lamar TurnerCollege Park, Maryland Taylor Marche WadeBowie, Maryland

Gregory Wells Jr.Glen Burnie, Maryland Shayquan D. Winegan Baltimore, Maryland

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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN SOCIAL WORK continued

Ugochi Emmanuella WoodwardBowie, Maryland

Kalah N. Zeigler Glen Burnie, Maryland

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN SOCIOLOGY

Allexis Jaunice Baylor Washington, D .C . Antwuan Eugene Brown Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Toni K. BrownColumbia, Maryland

Janae Cephas Federalsburg, Maryland

Lesley Alexis EdwardsBowie, Maryland

Joan Nzelle Ewane Glenn Dale, Maryland

Keith Kuintine FunderburkIndian Head, Maryland

Ashley Kanae GreenFort Washington, Maryland

Ashley Gurwah Hyattsville, Maryland

Jestina Johnson Laurel, Maryland

James Anthony Jones II Washington, D .C .

Tylasia Allure McCullough Bowie, Maryland

Dominique Shamari McFarlane Takoma Park, Maryland

Adeline Ntoh Ntungwe Riverdale, Maryland

Chialuka V. Odukwu Bowie, Maryland

Cheyenne A. SalterJoppa, Maryland

Monae Arnika Tranae Savoy Bladensburg, Maryland

Sonia Sultana Washington, D .C .

Gloria Ann Thomas Glen Burnie, Maryland

Ashlee D. Tunstall Clinton, Maryland

Maritza Vivar Hyattsville, Maryland

Shanita Wright Camp Springs, Maryland

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2020 Commissioned Officers

2nd Lieutenant Brittney Felicia AndrewsB .S . — Psychology

Military Intelligence Corps, U .S . Army Active Duty

2nd Lieutenant Laura Enyo BenissanMaster of Public Administration

Adjutant General Corps, U .S . Army Active Duty

2nd Lieutenant Jacob Ryan DavisB .S . — Government

Medical Services Corps, U .S . Army Active Duty

2nd Lieutenant Tanaysha Lashunae EcholsMaster of Public Administration

Quartermaster Corps, U .S . Army Active Duty

2nd Lieutenant Jesse James HarrB .S — Communications

Cyber Corps, U .S . Army Active Duty

2nd Lieutenant Dan Javier HernandezB .S . — Communications

Field Artillery Corps, U .S . Army Active Duty

2nd Lieutenant Adrian Michael LittleM .S . — Computer Science

Cyber Corps, U .S . Army Active Duty

2nd Lieutenant Beiling LiuB .S . — Communications

Adjutant General Corps, U .S . Army Active Duty

2nd Lieutenant Omega Sasha MarksB .S . — Computer Technology

Cyber Corps, U .S . Army Reserves

2nd Lieutenant Charles Henry MilesM .A . — Human Resource Development

Infantry Corps, U .S . Army Active Duty

2nd Lieutenant Toluwalope Ayodeji OlaitanB .S . — Business Administration

Infantry Corps, U .S . Army Active Duty

2nd Lieutenant Ikpefua Anderson OlumeseB .S . — Computer Technology

Signal Corps, U .S . Army Reserves

2nd Lieutenant Leah Noell SpiveryB .S . — Sociology (Graduated December 2019 from Bowie State)

Signal Corps, U .S . Army Active Duty

2nd Lieutenant Joshua Caleb YoungB .S . — Criminal Justice

Chemical Corps, U .S . Army Active Duty


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SPRING 2020 VIRTUAL COMMENCEMENT CELEBRATION...Blair Alexander Smoak Halethorpe, Maryland M .A — George Washington University B .S — Virginia State University High School Leaders’