LLU Commencement Program 2022

ONE HUNDRED AND SIXTEENTH YEAR

two thousand and twenty-two

CONFERRING OF DEGREES

May 27-29 and June 10-12, Loma Linda, California

Message from the President Congratulations to the Class of 2022. One of the greatest joys experienced by our campus community is the opportunity to celebrate your academic excellence and personal achievements. This 116th commencement season marks the culmination of your study and professional preparation and has equipped you to meet the great challenges of life. You and those who have supported you are to be commended.

Now you are an alumnus of this historic institution. I urge you to always model in your personal and professional life the excellence and vision, the courage and resilience, the passion and compassion that continue to shape and enhance Loma Linda’s global reputation and legacy. As you move beyond this weekend to the world of work or the pursuit of advanced degrees, I know that your commitment to our mission and values will be evident as your knowledge and skills are used to “continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ—To Make Man Whole.”

Go with confidence wherever your dreams may lead you— questioning, learning, and challenging—as you change our world for the better. I wish for you a satisfying and successful journey as you serve in the name and spirit of our gracious God.

Richard H. Hart, MD, DrPH

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Contents Message from the President

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2022 Events of Commencement 3 The Academic Procession

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Institutional Administration 6 Board of Trustees 7 Significance of Academic Regalia University History Highlights

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Criteria for Institutional Awards

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Loma Linda University Health and Loma Linda University Honorees

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The Programs, The School Honorees, and The Speakers School of Medicine 28 School of Pharmacy 52 School of Dentistry 67 School of Public Health 92 School of Allied Health Professions—Allied Health Studies, Cardiopulmonary Sciences, Clinical Laboratory Science, Communication Sciences and Disorders, Health Informatics and Information Management, Nutrition and Dietetics, Physician Assistant, Radiation Technology 106 School of Allied Health Professions—Orthotics and Prosthetics, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy 136 School of Behavioral Health and School of Religion 158 School of Nursing 1 179 School of Nursing 2 181

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2022 Events of Commencement May 27-29, 2022 June 10-12, 2022

DEDICATION CEREMONIES School of Dentistry, DDS and IDP Hooding Ceremony May 27, 11:00 AM, University Church School of Medicine, Basic Sciences Consecration and Hooding Ceremony May 27, 3:00 PM, Randall Amphitheater School of Dentistry, Dental Hygiene Pinning May 27, 3:00 PM, University Church, Fellowship Hall School of Medicine Consecration and Hooding Ceremony – MD May 27, 7:00 PM, University Church School of Pharmacy Consecration and Hooding Ceremony May 27, 7:00 PM, Wong Kerlee International Conference Center School of Nursing Graduate Recognition Ceremony – MS, DNP, and PhD June 9, 10:00 AM, University Church School of Nursing Pinning Ceremony – undergraduate nursing program June 9, 6:00 PM, Ontario Convention Center School of Behavioral Health, Department of Social Work and Social Ecology Hooding Ceremony – MSW June 10, 9:00 AM, University Church School of Behavioral Health, Department of Counseling and Family Sciences Hooding Ceremony – MS June 10, 11:00 AM, University Church School of Allied Health Professions Doctoral Hooding June 10, 11:00 AM, Upper Linda Hall, Campus Hill Church School of Behavioral Health Town and Gown – Doctoral Candidates June 10, 1:00 PM, University Church School of Allied Health Professions and School of Public Health Nutrition and Dietetics Pinning June 10, 4:00 PM, Damazo Amphitheater, Centennial Complex FOCUS ON GRADUATES VESPERS PROGRAM June 10, 7:00 PM, University Church

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2022 Events of Commencement (Cont.)

May 27-29, 2022 June 10-12, 2022

BACCALAUREATE SERVICES School of Medicine May 28, 9:00 AM, University Church Schools of Dentistry and Pharmacy May 28, 11:45 AM University Church Schools Allied Health Professions, Behavioral Health, Nursing, Public Health, Religion, and San Manuel Gateway College June 11, 11:45 AM, University Church CONFERRING OF DEGREES School of Medicine Sunday, May 29, 8:30 AM, Campus Mall School of Pharmacy Sunday, May 29, 1:30 PM, Campus Mall School of Dentistry Sunday, May 29, 5:00 PM, Campus Mall School of Public Health Friday, June 10, 1:00 PM, Drayson Center San Manuel Gateway College Graduation Friday, June 10, 4:00 PM, Drayson Center School of Allied Health Professions – Allied Health Studies, Cardiopulmonary Sciences, Clinical Laboratory Science, Communication Sciences and Disorders, Health Informatics, Information Management, and Administration, Nutrition and Dietetics, Physician Assistant, Radiation Technology Sunday, June 12, 8:00 AM, Drayson Center School of Allied Health Professions – Orthotics & Prosthetics, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy Sunday, June 12, 10:30 AM, Drayson Center School of Behavioral Health & School of Religion Sunday, June 12, 1:30 PM, Drayson Center School of Nursing – SN Graduates having finished the following quarters: Summer 2021, Autumn 2021, and Winter 2022 Sunday, June 12, 3:30 PM, Drayson Center School of Nursing – SN Graduates finishing Spring Quarter 2022 Sunday, June 12, 6:00 PM, Drayson Center Events will be streamed live at the Loma Linda University Commencement Website at llu.edu/commencement 4

The Academic Procession THE PROCESSION ORDER The Commencement Marshals with the University Mace and Batons The President’s Party Members of the University Board of Trustees Loma Linda University Health (LLUH) Administrators The Faculty of the School The Candidates for Degrees THE MACE Traditionally, the ceremonial mace represents the authority vested in the highest officer of a governing body. In an educational institution, the authority symbolized by the mace derives from respect for the authority of knowledge and for the rights and value of the individual. Thus, the leader of an academic community assumes the obligation and challenge to ensure for its members a climate conducive to growth in knowledge and grace.

The construction of the ceremonial mace of Loma Linda University evokes further ideas. Its two metals, bronze and aluminum, suggest the value of lessons both ancient and contemporary. Rather than lying prone, an instrument to be wielded, this mace stands upright in celebration of the free human spirit. Its open construction implies free exposure to questions, ideas, and conflict. The eight vertical supporting elements (at three points bound together as for strength and stability in unity) uphold a graceful oval that points outward to the universe, the province of inquiry.

Within the oval, the University seal appears to float unfettered. The staff of Aesculapius on the left represents all fields of the healing arts and sciences. The Christian cross acknowledges the role of Jesus Christ as Savior and Redeemer. The open book symbolizes God the Word as the basis for all truth. The lighted torch suggests the illuminating power of knowledge and the University’s central purpose of forwarding and perpetuating good through the enlightened, searching, caring mind and conscience of the individual.

Carrying the University mace and batons, the University head marshal and associate marshals precede the president’s party, members of the board, LLUH corporate officers, faculty of the school, and candidates for degrees. Loma Linda University’s colors—gold and purple—are represented in the marshals’ gold-colored gowns trimmed with purple velvet.

THE PRESIDENT’S PARTY The president’s party includes participants identified in the program, as well as University administrators, school deans, and LLUH administrators.

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Institutional Administration

University Administrators, Deans of Schools, LLUH Administrators Richard H. Hart.......................................................................................................................................... President & CEO J. Peter Baker..........................................................................................................................Sr VP for Children’s Hospital Elizabeth A. Bossert..................................................................................................................... Dean, School of Nursing Beverly J. Buckles.........................................................................................................Dean, School of Behavioral Health Rachelle B. Bussell..........................................................................................................................Sr VP for Advancement Ronald L. Carter.........................................................................................Provost, LLU/Exec VP for University Affairs Lyndon C. Edwards...............................................................................................Sr VP for Health Facilities Operations Edward L. Field.......................................................................................Vice President for Behavioral Medicine Center Daniel W. Giang.................................................................................... Vice President for Graduate Medical Education Karl M. Haffner......................................................................................................Vice President for Student Experience Robert A. Handysides................................................................................................................Dean, School of Dentistry Myrna L. Hanna....................................................................................................................................Corporate Secretary David P. Harris.............................................................................................................. Vice President/CIO for Academia Michael D. Hogue......................................................................................................................Dean, School of Pharmacy Mark L. Hubbard................. Sr VP for Risk Management & Human Resource Management / Assistant Secretary Craig R. Jackson............................................................................................. Dean, School of Allied Health Professions Jonathan Jean-Marie............................................................................................ Sr Vice President for LLUMC-Murrieta Angela M. Lalas..........................................................................................Exec VP for Finance/Chief Financial Officer Sondra L. Leno............................................................................................................... Vice President for Revenue Cycle Helen Hopp Marshak..........................................................................................................Dean, School of Public Health Sara Matus............................................................................................................. Vice President for LLUMC Operations Llewellyn L. Mowery................................................................................................................ Vice President for Finance Emily Ndlela..............................................................................................Vice President for Finance, FP&A and LLUSS Rodney D. Neal..........................................................................................................................................Sr VP for Finance Sherry Nolfe................................................................................................................................. CNO, Children’s Hospital Lizette Norton...................................................................................Vice President for Human Resource Management Daryl L. “Rusty” Oft........................Vice President for Business Development and Children’s Hospital Operations Ricardo L. Peverini..................................................................................................................... Sr VP for Clinical Faculty Leo S. Ranzolin, Jr.........................................................................................................................Dean, School of Religion Mark Reeves............................................................................................................................. Vice President for Institutes Randall L. Roberts.....................................................................................Vice President for Spiritual Life and Mission Michael Samardzija....................................................................................................Vice President for Research Affairs Eric N. Schilt..................................................................................Vice President for Planning, Design & Construction Alan Soderblom....................................................................................................Sr VP for Finance, Hospital Operations Helen Staples-Evans.......................................................................................................... Sr VP for Patient Care Services Tamara L. Thomas................................................................ Dean, School of Medicine / Exec VP for Medical Affairs Darryl W. VandenBosch.............................................................................. Sr VP for East Campus & Surgical Hospital Trevor G. Wright........................................................................... CEO, LLUH Hospitals/Exec VP for Hospital Affairs Mark Zirkelbach.......................................................................................................................... Chief Information Officer

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Board of Trustees Members Lisa M. Beardsley-Hardy G. Alexander Bryant Shirley Chang Richard Chinnock Jere Chrispens Wilfredo Colón Carlos Craig Paul Douglas Steven Filler Wayne Harris Richard H. Hart Douglas Hegstad Kerry Heinrich Lars Houmann Mark Johnson Melissa Kidder Erton Köhler Peter N. Landless Robert E. Lemon Thomas Lemon (Chair) Robert Martin Patrick Minor Sheryl Moorhead Bradford Newton Ricardo Peverini Herbert Ruckle Zareh Sarrafian Eunmee Shim Ron Smith Tamara L. Thomas Max Trevino Ted Wilson Roger Woodruff Trevor Wright

Advisors Ronald Carter Kenneth Denslow John Freedman Michael Kruger Angela Lalas Arne Nielsen Pierre Omeler Richard Osborn Ella Simmons Artur Stele Gary Thurber Ray Wahlen Dave Weigley William Winston Federal Liaison James Gulley

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Significance of Academic Regalia ORIGINS The origins of academic dress date back to the twelfth and thirteenth centuries. The ordinary dress of the scholar, whether student or teacher, was the dress of a cleric.Long gowns were worn and may have been necessary for warmth in unheated buildings. A statute of the University of Coimbra in 1321 required that all “Doctors, Licentiates, and Bachelors” wear gowns. In England, in the second half of the fourteenth century, the statutes of certain colleges forbade “excess in apparel” and prescribed the wearing of a long gown. In the days of Henry VIII of England, Oxford and Cambridge first began prescribing a definite academic dress. The assignment of colors to signify certain faculties was to be a much later development—in the late nineteenth century—and one that was to be standardized only in the United States. European institutions have always had great diversity in their specifications of academic dress. In contrast, American colleges and universities opted for a definite system that all might follow. The American Council on Education periodically reviews and updates the code for academic costumes for American universities.

COLORS Gowns for the bachelor’s or master’s degree are untrimmed. For the doctor’s degree, the gown is faced down the front with black velvet; three bars of velvet are used across the sleeves. These facings or crossbars may be of velvet of the color distinctive of the discipline to which the degree pertains. Red, one of the traditional colors of the church, went to theology. Green, the color of medieval herbs, was adopted for medicine; and olive, because it was so close to green, was given to pharmacy. Golden yellow, standing for the wealth that scientific research has produced, was assigned to the sciences.

The hoods are lined with the official color or colors of the college or university conferring the degree; more than one color is shown by division of the field color in a variety of ways. The color of the binding or edging of the hood indicates the subject to which the degree pertains.

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University History Highlights Loma Linda University is part of the Seventh-day Adventist system of higher education that adheres to and promotes its vision—“Transforming lives through education, health care, and research”—and its motto— “To make man whole.”

Loma Linda University traces its beginnings back to 1905, when—through a series of divine providences— the University, starting as a nurses’ training school, was founded at Loma Linda, California, by the Seventhday Adventist Church. The School of Nursing began in 1905. In 1909, the College of Medical Evangelists received its charter as a medical school with the express purpose of preparing physicians who could meet the needs of the whole person. Both schools emphasized the need for healthful living as a part of medical care—a revolutionary concept in 1905.

The University has steadily expanded its programs to meet the demands of a global environment. The original schools—Nursing and Medicine—have been joined by the Schools of Allied Health Professions, Behavioral Health, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Public Health, and Religion; and the Faculty of Graduate Studies. All the school programs are accredited by their respective accrediting bodies.

1905 1909 1937 1941 1948 1953 1954 1961 1962 1964 1966 1967 1968 1990 1997 2002 2003 2005 2005 2007 2012 2015 2018 2021

Loma Linda Sanitarium and Nurses’ Training School (renamed School of Nursing in 1924) Institution named College of MedicalEvangelists (CME), which included School of Medicine School of Medical Technology established School of Physical Therapy established School of Tropical and Preventive Medicine (reorganized as School of Public Health in 1967) School of Dentistry established Graduate School established (restructured as Faculty of Graduate Studies in 2005) College of Medical Evangelists renamed Loma Linda University Voted to consolidate the Schools of Medicine and Nursing on the Loma Linda campus School of Public Health established Schools/Programs consolidated as the School of Health Related Professions, now known as School of Allied Health Professions Loma Linda University campus merged with La Sierra College Loma Linda University Hospital dedicated; renamed Loma Linda University Medical Center in 1970 Loma Linda and La Sierra campuses became two separate universities Loma Linda University and Medical Center corporately linked together through Loma Linda University Adventist Health Sciences Center—LLUAHSC School of Pharmacy established School of Science and Technology (restructured as School of Behavioral Health in 2012) Faculty of Graduate Studies restructured (reorganized in 2018) LLU centennial celebration School of Religion reorganized School of Behavioral Health established Corporation name changed from Loma Linda University Adventist Health Sciences Center (LLUAHSC) to Loma Linda University Health (LLUH) Faculty of Graduates Studies reorganized Dennis and Carol Troesh Medical Campus opened

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Today the original 1905 property is part of an expanding health sciences campus operated under the jurisdiction of Loma Linda University Health—which includes six Loma Linda University medical facilities: Medical Center, Children’s Hospital, Medical Center-East Campus, Surgical Hospital, Behavioral Medicine Center, and Medical Center-Murrieta; ten institutes; three research centers; and various other centers.

After more than a century of service, the University remains committed to the vision of its founders and is sustained by its close association with the Seventh-day Adventist Church. The University is recognized as a leader in the field of health sciences education, research, and service—locally and internationally.

Through divine providence and guidance, Loma Linda University continues to fulfill its mission: To prepare health professionals to continue the teaching and healing ministry of the Master Teacher and Great Physician, Jesus Christ.

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Criteria for Institutional Awards Loma Linda University Health (LLUH) Loma Linda University (LLU)

Lifetime Service Award (LLUH) Awarded in recognition of an individual or organization that uniquely advances and/or transforms the strategic direction of LLUH or its entities in education, research, services, and/or philanthropy—locally and/ or globally. The recipient has noteworthy institutional service of ten or more years and be recognized both within and external to the organization.

Honorary Doctorate (LLU) Presented in recognition of extraordinary achievement in such fields as science and technology, the arts and humanities, business and public service; or in recognition of outstanding contributions to the welfare and/ or enrichment of the University, the state, the nation, or the world. Further, this honorary degree is awarded to bring recognition to the individual(s), to expose students and faculty to distinguished citizens and leaders, and to make an institutional statement as to Loma Linda University’s values. Two honorary doctorate degrees may be awarded—a Doctor of Humane Letters (LHD) for excellence in scholarship and creative arts and a Doctor of Humanitarian Service (DHS) for distinguished contribution to society.

University Alumnus (na) of the Year (LLU) Presented to an alumnus/na whose accomplishments exemplify the aims and aspirations of Loma Linda University. The honoree has been distinguished in humanitarian service or in academic pursuits, including peer-reviewed research and/or education; and must have maintained spiritual commitment.

Meritorious Service Award (LLUH) Presented to one who has had no official connection with the LLUH entities. Awarded to someone whose public attainments and commitment to excellence have contributed to the endeavors of the Church and/or have contributed to mankind in a manner which is congruent with the mission of Loma Linda University Health.

Distinguished Academic Award (LLUH) Presented to a faculty member, administrator, clinician or staff member selected for having made outstanding contributions to Loma Linda University Health’s academic mission. A person so honored, is generally well known and recognized on campus and has served with distinction for a minimum of ten years.

Distinguished Service Award (LLUH) Presented to a faculty member, administrator, staff member or member of the Board of Trustees, selected for having made outstanding contributions to LLUH in service areas. A person so honored is generally well known and recognized on campus and has served the institution with distinction for a minimum of ten years.

Distinguished Humanitarian Award (LLUH) Presented to those who have made outstanding contributions to Loma Linda University Health and its various institutions and programs.

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Distinguished Investigator Award (LLUH) Recognizes an individual whose commitment to research exemplifies LLUH’s mission; and whose work has had significant impact not only on the program at Loma Linda University, but also in the larger national/ international community. The recipient should have a minimum of ten years of service as a researcher at Loma Linda University. He or she has been awarded significant external research funding, has extensive scientific publications, has been cited in other publications, and has conducted research consistent with the mission of Loma Linda University Health.

Global Service Award (LLUH) Presented to an individual whose commitment to global service exemplifies LLUH’s worldwide mission through health care, education, and/or research. The recipient has a minimum of ten years of service internationally within the Seventh-day Adventist system and/or through other nonprofit organizations; or a minimum of ten years of service at Loma Linda, with significant impact on behalf of the institution’s global outreach and service.

Community Engagement Award (LLUH) Presented to an individual or organization whose commitment to local community through respectful and reciprocal engagement exemplifies LLUH’s mission through practice, education, and/or research. The recipient has a minimum of five years of service within LLUH, with significant impact on the local community through meaningful community partnerships; or a minimum of five years of community engagement work within the Adventist system and/or through other nonprofit organizations.

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Loma Linda University Health and Loma Linda University Honorees

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Leonard R. Brand — Lifetime Service Award

Professor, Earth and Biological Sciences, School of Medicine, Loma Linda University Chair, Department of Earth and Biological Sciences, Loma Linda University (2006-2014) Chair, Department of Natural Sciences, Loma Linda University (1990-1998) Chair, Department of Biology, Loma Linda University (1971-1986, 1988-1990) B.A. La Sierra College 1964 M.A. Loma Linda University 1966 Ph.D. Cornell University 1970 Centennial Vanguard Award, Loma Linda University 2005 Distinguished Service Award, Loma Linda University Graduate School 2002 Research Project Merit Award, LLU Sigma Xi Chapter 1993 Zapara Award for Distinguished Teaching 1989

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Leonard R. Brand was born in Harvey, North Dakota, and relocated with his family to southern California when he was a young boy. He pursued bachelor’s and master’s degrees in biology, culminating his educational pursuits with a Ph.D. in evolutionary biology. Dr. Brand has been a faculty member at Loma Linda University (LLU) since 1969, and has served as department chair for 33 years. In the 1980’s, he retrained in geology, shifting his research focus to paleontology and geology.

Dr. Brand has published over 45 scientific research papers and 67 articles in religious journals, and has spoken at numerous conferences in various parts of the world, especially on the topic of faith and science, creation and evolution. He has published seven books, primarily focusing on a biblical approach to geology and biological origins. He has taught courses in vertebrate biology, animal behavior, vertebrate paleontology, and the philosophy of science and origins. His numerous publications and body of work on faith and reason, focusing on the philosophy and mechanisms of creation and evolution, have challenged and inspired countless students to question and reason of the highest quality. His writings and Biblical views of earth history have served as textbooks for scores of universities in faith-based institutions.

He lives in Loma Linda with his wife Kim, and has two grown children.

For his steadfast commitment to conducting quality scientific research formed by a Biblical worldview, his extensive published research in the areas of science and faith in God’s creation, and his more than four decades of service to this institution, Loma Linda University Health honors Dr. Leonard R. Brand with the LIFETIME SERVICE AWARD. This award was presented to him during Homecoming earlier this year.

Steven G. Morrow — Alumnus of the Year

Professor, Endodontics, School of Dentistry, Loma Linda University B.S. Pacific Union College 1956 D.D.S. Loma Linda University SD 1960 Certificate in Endodontics, Loma Linda University SD 1984 M.S. Loma Linda University FGS 1985 Fellow, Southern California Academy of Endodontics 1964 Diplomate, American Board of Endodontics 1997 Fellow, American College of Dentists 1998 Distinguished Alumnus Award, School of Dentistry LLU 2013 Distinguished Faculty Service Award, School of Dentistry LLU 2009 Omicron Kappa Upsilon, Chi Chi Chapter 1988

Steven G. Morrow first joined the Loma Linda University School of Dentistry (LLUSD) in 1962 as a part-time instructor in the Department of Oral Medicine. In 1982, after twenty years in private practice, he joined full-time as Assistant Professor of Endodontics, and as part of the school’s Endodontic Faculty Practice.

It was during his time in the United States Navy Dental Corps in Camp Pendleton that a mentor added to his passion for dental endodontic surgery and a professional path that has led him to serve actively in the dental profession for over 60 years in professional and advocacy organizations, public service positions, dental education, and private practice.

His lifetime commitment to learning led him to complete advanced education degrees in Endodontics and Microbiology.

After Endodontics became a recognized dental specialty, Dr. Morrow achieved his Endodontic Board Certification.

During his 40 years at LLUSD, Dr. Morrow has held many academic and administrative positions including Coordinator for Pre-Doctoral Endodontic Education, Chairman of the Endodontic Department, Director of Patient Care Services and Clinical Quality Assurance, Director of the Urgent Care and Radiology Clinics and, most recently, Associate Dean for the Advanced Dental Specialty Education Programs.

Dr. Morrow’s contributions to the dental profession include being President of the Southern California Academy of Endodontics, President of the California State Association of Endodontists, Director of District VI of the Board of Directors of the American Association of Endodontists, President and Board Member of the School of Dentistry Alumni Association, and a member in the American College of Dentists. Additionally, he received appointments by three California Governors to the Dental Board of California from 2010 – 2022, where he served as President in 2016. Dr. Morrow’s work on the Dental Board of California has resulted in legislative changes to dental licensure, accreditation of foreign dental schools, dental sedation and anesthesia reform, as well as changes focused on patient safety.

For his extraordinary dedication to excellence in patient care, dental education, and advancing the dental profession, and for living in his various roles the values that promote this institution’s mission – “To continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ – To Make Man Whole,” Loma Linda University names Dr. Steven G. Morrow ALUMNUS OF THE YEAR. This award was presented to him during Homecoming earlier this year.

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Sigve K. Tonstad — Alumnus of the Year

Research Professor, Theological Studies, School of Religion, Loma Linda University Assistant Professor, Medicine, School of Medicine, Loma Linda University B.A. Andrews University 1974 M.D. Loma Linda University SM 1979 M.A. Loma Linda University 1990 Ph.D. University of St. Andrews 2005 Residency in Internal Medicine, Loma Linda University Medical Center (1987-1989) Board Certified in Internal Medicine 1989 Internal Medicine Certification, Norway 1995 Charles E. Weniger Award for Excellence 2017

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Sigve K. Tonstad was born in Norway, into the only Seventhday Adventist family in a small village also named Tonstad.

His father was a colporteur and his mother a nurse and physical therapist who later directed the local nursing home. Leaving home to attend secondary school at the Seventh-Day Adventist Tyrifjord Academy at age 14 became a formative experience. One summer at camp meeting after graduation from high school, he met Oystein Labianca, who had just completed a year at Middle East College in Beirut, Lebanon. Hearing Labianca’s experiences, he decided to put all his strength into a 3-week job opportunity in Tonstad at the hydroelectric plant being built in the valley. Those summer earnings paid for a full year of tuition and board at Middle East College. Those years introduced Sigve to the diversity of the student population and the geographical and cultural origins of the Bible.

His interest in Bible matters led him to pursue a master’s degree in Biblical Studies while a resident. This led to further studies at Duke University on the meaning of the faith-language of the biblical Paul and, then to a doctorate in New Testament Studies.

He returned to Oslo where he opened a medical practice in Kurbadet, one of the first sanitariums started by the church in Europe. In addition to his resident work, he served for ten years as senior pastor of the Bethel Church, one of the oldest Seventh-day Adventist congregations in Europe. He served with distinction as Chief of Service of the General Medicine ward of Baerum Community Hospital in Oslo. In 2007, he was invited to join the School of Religion at Loma Linda University, as well as practice in the Endocrinology Clinic at Loma Linda.

Dr. Tonstad’s published body of work is extensive, with one of his goals being to write for an audience that is not limited to any single denomination. His teaching and research interests focus on the problem of suffering, given that God is almighty (theodicy) or, in other words, the problem of God’s apparent absence during trying times in human experience. He is married to Serena Hasso Tonstad, and they have two daughters.

For his exemplary pursuits and pathbreaking work in the field of theology and biblical interpretation, his extensive publications and internationally known body of work, and for modeling in his various roles excellence and commitment to priorities that promote this institution’s mission “To continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ – To Make Man Whole;” Loma Linda University confers on Dr. Sigve K. Tonstad the title of ALUMNUS OF THE YEAR. This award was presented to him during Homecoming earlier this year.

T. Grace Emori-Elder — Honorary Doctorate of Humanitarian Service & School of Nursing Commencement Speaker

B.S. Loma Linda University SN 1960 M.S. Loma Linda University SN 1964 Charles E. Weniger Award for Excellence, Charles E Weniger Society Lifetime Achievement Award, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 2010 Honorary Doctor of Science, Andrews University 2002 Adventist Woman of the Year for Achievement, Association of Adventist Women 2001 Carole DeMille Award, Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology 1997 Unit Commendation Medal, US Public Health Service 1991, 1992, 1997 Commendation Medal, US Public Health Service 1993, 1996 Outstanding Service Medal, US Public Health Service 1985

T. Grace Emori-Elder, Nurse Director USPHS, Retired, served for 26 years as an epidemiologist at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta, Georgia. A graduate of the Loma Linda University (LLU) School of Nursing, she was among the pioneers in hospital infection control in the United States. She was the first nurse epidemiologist at LLU, when she was recruited by the CDC because of LLU’s innovative and nationally recognized program.

At the CDC, she was Assistant Project Chief, then Chief, Surveillance Activity. In 1972, she was one of the founding members of the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology which now has 15,000 members in 48 countries. The Association awarded her its highest honor with the Carole DeMille Award. In retirement, she continues to serve as a consultant for the CDC and is Chair of the Scientific Review Committee. She is an Emeritus Trustee of the LLU Board of Trustees.

The field of hospital infection control is a leader in promoting quality of patient care through evidence-based practices in hospitals and other patient care settings. The strategies used are surveillance to collect reliable data that are carefully analyzed to monitor all patients, especially those at elevated risk of infection, and to institute effective prevention and control measures. The protection of healthcare workers has become an infection control priority, especially during this current pandemic.

T. Grace Emori-Elder is deeply grateful for God’s guiding hand as she has had the privilege of applying the knowledge and skills she gained at LLU. She is continually active in church activities and has the gift of hospitality, welcoming friends to her home and providing delicious food. She often shares culinary skills with those dealing with health issues and other challenging circumstances.

Mrs. Emori-Elder will deliver the address at the Conferring of Degrees for the School of Nursing at 3:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.

In honor of her outstanding contributions to the welfare of the nation, in recognition of a life of achievement and service, and because of her exemplary modeling of the values of this institution, Loma Linda University is pleased to confer on Mrs. T. Grace EmoriElder the DOCTOR OF HUMANITARIAN SERVICE. The awarding will take place at the Conferring of Degrees for the school at 3:30 p.m.

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Linda J. Mason — Distinguished Academic Award

Assistant to the Dean, Medical Staff Affairs, School of Medicine, Loma Linda University Professor, Anesthesiology, School of Medicine, Loma Linda University Director, Pediatric Anesthesiology, Loma Linda University Medical Center B. A. Loma Linda University 1971 M.D. Loma Linda University SM 1974 Internship & Residency, Loma Linda University Medical Center (1974-1978) Fellowship in Pediatric Anesthesia and Intensive Care, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (1978-1979) Diplomate, American Board of Anesthesiology 1980, 2009 Special Qualifications in Critical Care, American Board of Anesthesiology 2009 Pediatric Anesthesiology, American Board of Anesthesiology 2013 Alpha Omega Alpha 1973 D.C. Children’s National Hospital, 9th Annual Willis A. McGill Honorary Lecture 2022 Honorary Member Chinese American Society of Anesthesiologists 2019 Honored Alumna of the Alumni Association of LLU School of Medicine 2019 Honorary Fellow of the College of Anaesthetists of Ireland (FCAI) May 2018 Professional Recognition Award, LLU Medical Center Medical Staff 2016 18

Linda J. Mason has been a part of Loma Linda University (LLU) for more than four decades, first as a student, as an intern in Internal Medicine, and then as a resident in the Department of Anesthesiology. She was Chief Resident during her last year in training, emphasizing in Cardiac Anesthesia. Following a fellowship at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, she returned to Loma Linda University Health (LLUH) where she has been devoted to teaching students and residents.

Dr. Mason’s professional involvement has extended beyond this institution, serving the California Society of Anesthesiologists in various capacities and committees, including as President from 2004 to 2005. Her contributions in her professional field have led her to serve the American Society of Anesthesiologists in numerous capacities and offices, including as President from 2018 to 2019.

Dr. Mason was a Member of the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) Review Committee for Anesthesiology from 2010 to 2016. She served as an Editor for the American Board of Anesthesiology – Pediatric Anesthesiology Examination Committee from 2015 to 2017. She has presented over 675 invited lectures and Visiting Professorships during her illustrious career. She currently is the Board Chair for the National Society of Pediatric Anesthesiology Leadership Council.

Whether in her professional endeavors at the state or national levels, or in her teaching responsibilities at LLUH, Dr. Mason has inspired, exemplified, and instilled in those around her a professionalism and academic pursuits of the highest level.

For her long-standing service to this institution, her exemplary professional and academic pursuits, and her invaluable contributions towards academic excellence and the achievement of the mission of Loma Linda University Health, Dr. Linda J. Mason is presented with the DISTINGUISHED ACADEMIC AWARD. This award will be presented to her at the Conferring of Degrees for the School of Medicine.

Bert C. Connell — Distinguished Service Award

Adjunct Instructor, Graduate Program in Human Nutrition, School of Medicine, Oregon Health & Science University Associate Professor, School of Medicine and Pharmacy, Tirgu Mures, Transylvania, Romania B.S. Walla Walla University 1968 M.S. Loma Linda University SAHP 1972 Ph.D. University of Missouri 1981 Fellow, American Dietetic Association Fellow, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Faculty of the Year Award, Loma Linda University SAHP 2012 Distinguished Service Award, Loma Linda University SAHP 1993

Bert C. Connell served Loma Linda University (LLU) for more than four decades as an educator and food service administrator.

He first joined in 1972 as an administrative dietician in the medical center. In 1974, he became faculty in the School of Allied Health Professions, Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, professionally advancing from assistant professor to full professor; he served as chair of this department for 28 years. He has been a highly productive scholar and leader in nutrition and dietetics.

Dr. Connell’s interest in nutrition began when he studied abroad at Newbold College in the United Kingdom, where he was employed in the college cafeteria. From that point on, he decided to pursue a major in Food and Nutrition, and subsequently pursued graduate degrees in food systems management.

A trip to Slovakia in 2000 resulted in a continuing 20-year involvement in the Health Club program in Slovakia and Czech Republic. The Health Club is a community-based health education program conducted by local Seventh-day Adventist church members. He led out in regular train-the-trainer programs, taught local Adventist church members about nutrition, menu planning, healthful cooking methods, exercise, and principles of healthful living. Dr. Connell has been involved in expanding the Health Club ministry idea to Kenya, Serbia, and in the Russian Far East.

Since his retirement in 2015, Dr. Connell has continued to be involved in a number of health promotion activities and development of nutrition and dietetics programs around the world in Tasmania, Australia, Philippines, Romania, Rwanda, Mozambique, Kenya and Zambia.

For more than four decades of exemplary and committed service to this institution, for his long-standing contributions in promoting a healthy lifestyle and establishing community-based nutrition education programs, and for his unwavering commitment to the motto of this institution – “To Make Man Whole;” Loma Linda University Health honors Dr. Bert Connell with the DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD. This award was presented to him during Homecoming earlier this year.

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Jack and Laura Dangermond — Distinguished Humanitarian Award

Jack and Laura Dangermond, Co-founders and President (Jack) and Vice-President (Laura), Esri Jack Dangermond B.S. California State Polytechnic University Pomona 1967 M. Arch. Institute of Technology, University of Minnesota 1968 M.S. Graduate School of Design, Harvard University 1969 Laura Dangermond B.S. California Polytechnic University, Pomona 1967 Planet and Humanity Medal, International Geographical Union 2021 LALH Legacy Award, Library of American Landscape History 2019 Audubon Medal, The National Audubon Society 2015 Champions of the Earth, United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) 2013 Distinguished Public Service Award for Outstanding Contributions to National and International Affairs, US Department of State, The Secretary’s Open forum 2002

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Laura and Jack Dangermond are true visionaries and pioneers.

In 1969, starting as a small consulting firm with four employees, they founded Environmental Systems Research Institute (Esri), in Redlands, California, a supplier of geographic information software, web geographic information system (GIS) software and geodatabase management applications. Today, Esri is widely recognized as a technical and market leader in GIS, pioneering innovative solutions for working with spatial data on the desktop, across the enterprise, in the field, and on the web. With more than 5,000 employees, 40 subsidiaries, more than 80 distributors doing business in more than 200 countries, and 10 regional offices throughout the United States, the company continues to grow at a rapid rate.

Mr. Dangermond has more than 50 years of experience in GIS software – a technology for managing, analyzing, and sharing location-based information for better decision making. He is recognized as a pioneer in spatial analysis methods, but also as one of the most influential people in GIS. He actively manages Esri and is closely connected to projects, clients and the company’s vision. He is personally committed to applying GIS methods for environmental stewardship and sustainable communities. He is the recipient of numerous fellowships, grants, honorary doctorates, and awards. He is highly sought around the world, and has worked on numerous projects in Japan, Venezuela, France, and Australia.

Mrs. Dangermond is responsible for the policy and operational direction that Esri pursues in fulfilling the company’s objectives. She is actively involved in managing the company’s overall operations, domestically and internationally, at both the macro level and the day-to-day level. She performs the duties of controller, oversees personnel recruiting activities and is part of interview processes, manages employee benefits, and administers the company’s profit-sharing plan. In carrying out all her responsibilities, Mrs. Dangermond seeks to ensure the smooth flow of corporate activities. She oversees similar functions for their regional offices as well.

Laura and Jack Dangermond, in addition to their extensive community involvement, national and worldwide influence, have been friends of Loma Linda University Health for over thirty years.

The Dangermonds have been significant partners with the Loma Linda University School of Public Health’s Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Laboratory and the Healthy People in Healthy Communities Conference. During the recent Vision 2020 – The Campaign for a Whole Tomorrow, they provided invaluable input and support to landscape and beautify the new Dennis and Carol Troesh Medical campus. Their latest collaboration with the University is with the GIS Lab to develop and support cutting-edge cancer research.

With their involvement, initiatives, and generosity, the Dangermonds are a living example of stewards of the earth and its resources. Their pro-active commitment to the environment, their passion for creating and enhancing sustainable communities, and their generosity, are an inspiration.

In recognition of their generosity and commitment to the environment and for their passion to better our communities and enhance the lives of those that live in them, and for inspiring and challenging others around them, Loma Linda University Health honors Jack and Laura Dangermond with the DISTINGUISHED HUMANITARIAN AWARD. This award will be presented to them at the Conferring of Degrees for the School of Public Health.

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Joan Sabaté — Distinguished Investigator Award

Director, Center for Nutrition, Healthy Lifestyle & Disease Prevention, School of Public Health, Loma Linda University Professor, School of Public Health, Loma Linda University Professor, School of Medicine, Loma Linda University M.D. Autonomous University of Barcelona, Faculty of Medicine, Barcelona, Spain 1977 M.P.H. Loma Linda University SPH 1987 Dr.P.H. Loma Linda University SPH 1989 Faculty Distinguished Service Award, School of Public Health, Loma Linda University 2020 Member, USDA-HHS 2020 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee 2019-2020 Advanced Research Fellow, American Heart Association 1988-90 Delta Omega Honor Public Health Society 1988 Fulbright Scholar 1984-1986

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Joan Sabaté is Professor of Nutrition and Epidemiology at Loma Linda University School of Public Health (LLUSPH) where he is Executive Director of the Center for Nutrition, Healthy Lifestyle, and Disease Prevention. Originally from Spain, Dr. Sabaté is a board-certified physician in Internal Medicine who moved to the United States to further train in Public Health Nutrition. He directs the Environmental Nutrition research program at LLUSPH focusing on sustainable diets and explores the interrelationships between the environment and health impacts of food choices, seeking to improve the sustainability, health and equity of food systems.

Dr. Sabaté was the principal investigator of a nutrition intervention trial that directly linked the consumption of walnuts to significant reductions in serum cholesterol, published in the New England Journal of Medicine in 1993. He is co-investigator of the Adventist Health Studies, relating dietary intake with health outcomes, that have the largest cohort of vegetarians. For the past 25 years, he has been the principal investigator of many human nutrition intervention trials investigating the health effects of nuts, avocados, and other plant foods.

Dr. Sabaté is passionate about research and disseminating the findings. He has authored more than 200 research articles in the scientific literature many of them in high-impact journals. He is editor of the reference book Vegetarian Nutrition published by CRC Press, and was the principal architect of the Vegetarian Food Guide Pyramid released in 1987 at the 3rd International Congress on Vegetarian Nutrition, and redesigned in 2008. He has chaired the 4th, 5th, 6th & 7th International Congress on Vegetarian Nutrition, and edited the congress proceedings published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.

For his invaluable leadership in research endeavors, his academic pursuits, and his significant contributions to the scientific community that continue to benefit his field through research and discoveries, Loma Linda University Health is pleased to name Dr. Joan Sabaté recipient of the DISTINGUISHED INVESTIGATOR AWARD. This award will be presented to him at the Conferring of Degrees for the School of Public Health.

Elizabeth Johnston Taylor — Distinguished Investigator Award

Professor, School of Nursing, Loma Linda University Guest Professor, School of Nursing, Saniku Gakuin B.S. Andrews University 1984 M.S. University of Pennsylvania 1987 Ph.D. University of Pennsylvania 1992 Postdoctoral Fellowship, University of California, Los Angeles (1993-1995) Sigma Theta Tau (1985)

Elizabeth Johnston Taylor has pursued a program of research exploring the intersection of spirituality, religiosity, health, and nursing for over 25 years. At the start of her career, her clinical experience as an oncology nurse instilled in her a deep interest in these topics, and led her to pursue advanced degrees, including Clinical Pastoral Education and training in spiritual direction. Her life experiences include a 4-year stint as Research Director at Mary Potter Hospice in Wellington, New Zealand.

The desire to help nurses understand and support patient spiritual health during health-related transitions has motivated Dr. Johnston Taylor to write extensively and lecture globally. She is the author of several books on this subject, her latest one titled, Fast Facts About Religion for Nurses: Implications for Patient Care (Springer, 2019). Overall, her body of work seeks to provide clinicians with evidence-based guidance on providing spiritual care and quick access to healthcare-related information about religions, with translations into Polish, Dutch, Japanese, and Korean. Dr. Johnston Taylor’s 160+ publications include 80 peer-reviewed reports of research and 55 book chapters that explore spiritual and religious responses to illness and how nurses and other healthcare professionals can support spiritual well-being. Her research has received funding from various federal and private foundation sources.

Noteworthy research projects include: a phenomenological study of how persons at the end of life pray (which documented not only how prayer was comforting, but also how spiritual struggles can exist concurrently); an evaluation of the “What Do I Say?” curriculum that validated increased nurse skills, knowledge, and attitudes; and several national surveys of nurses measuring various perspectives and practices with regard to spiritual care. She is currently studying RN spiritual responses to COVID caring. Dr. Johnston Taylor’s program of research has resulted in the development of several scales that are now used internationally; one being the Nurse Spiritual Care Therapeutics Scale, which allows for the measurement of types and frequency of nurse-provided spiritual care.

For the invaluable impact of Dr. Johnston Taylor’s scholarly pursuits, her research contributions to the intersection of clinical care and faith and the ensuing benefits of her body of work, Loma Linda University Health is pleased to name Dr. Elizabeth Johnston Taylor recipient of the DISTINGUISHED INVESTIGATOR AWARD. This award will be presented to her at the Conferring of Degrees for the School of Nursing at 6:00 p.m.

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Doyle R. Nick — Global Service Award

Associate Professor, School of Dentistry, Loma Linda University Director, Office of International Affairs, School of Dentistry, Loma Linda University Associate Director for Dental Affairs, Department of Health Ministries, General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists B.S. Southwestern Adventist University 1975 D.D.S. Loma Linda University SD 1978 Post-Graduate Certificate in Prosthodontics, Loma Linda University SD 1995 M.S. Loma Linda University SAHP 2010 Kinzer-Rice Excellence in Teaching Award, Loma Linda University 2010

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Doyle R. Nick has practiced dentistry in the United States Indian Health Service, in private practice, as a county public health dentist, and as a missionary in Asia. He first joined Loma Linda University School of Dentistry (LLUSD) in 1985 as adjunct faculty, and currently holds the academic appointment of associate professor. Dr. Nick’s current teaching responsibilities include the classroom, laboratory, and clinic settings.

His enthusiasm for international service and global outreach has led him to become involved and lead in a number of activities and offices - he has led students on 10 international servicelearning trips, is associate director for dental affairs for the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, Department of Health Ministries, and serves as dental director for Adventist Health International. He also serves as Executive Director of the National Association of Seventh-day Adventist Dentists. Through all these entities and because of his involvement, he is able to support missionary dentists serving overseas, and develop and enhance international dental practices around the world.

As someone recently said, “Dr. Nick has become the face of Adventist dentistry worldwide.”

He is married to Rose and they have three much-loved daughters and six, almost seven, much-loved grandchildren.

For his enthusiasm and exemplary dedication to global dental missions, and for his invaluable efforts in developing and supporting international dental practices around the world, Loma Linda University Health is pleased to honor Dr. Doyle R. Nick with the GLOBAL SERVICE AWARD. This award was presented to him during Homecoming earlier this year.

Andrea Mitchel — Community Engagement Award

Director of Research and Development, University Enterprise Corporation, California State University San Bernardino, California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, Day Reporting Center Vice President, AM Development GroupSouth Pasadena and Oak Hills B.A. California State University, Fresno 1988 M.A. Ed. Ad. Chapman University 2000 Board Member, Knowledge and Education for Your Success

After spending approximately fifteen years in education as a middle school teacher and high school administrator, Andrea Mitchel began doing nonprofit development work as the government grant writer at Goodwill Southern California. She later transitioned to being the Director of Funds and Development at Vista Guidance Centers in San Bernardino County, a local behavioral health organization.

Ms. Mitchel is the founder and original designer of the Cal State Reentry Initiative (CSRI) program. Through AM Development Group, she has extensive experience in obtaining grant funding and has obtained over $300 million in grant funding for projects dealing with prisoner reentry, education, housing, and healthcare. She was fortunate to facilitate the countywide Give BIG San Bernardino County Campaign for five years, working with hundreds of nonprofits throughout the region. She has taught numerous classes in non-profit development and proposal writing at Los Angeles Valley College, for the Inland Empire Community Collaborative, and throughout the region. AM Development Group works with municipalities, institutions of higher education, low-income housing programs, and healthcare clinics throughout Southern California.

As our community-based grant writer, Ms. Mitchel has been an amazing blessing to Loma Linda University Health and SAC Health System, bringing more than $80 million worth of grants in the past ten years.

She and her husband met at REI and remain committed to the outdoors with their three pups trailing along. When not behind the computer, you can find her on the beach in San Clemente, the snow at nearby Wrightwood, or hiking trails around her home in Oak Hills.

For her enduring commitment to improving our communities, and for her outstanding and successful grant-writing endeavors that have resulted in resources that directly benefit private and public sectors of our local communities, Loma Linda University Health is pleased to present Ms. Andrea Mitchel with the COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AWARD. This award was presented to her during Homecoming earlier this year.

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Arwyn R. Wild — Community Engagement Award

Executive Director, San Manuel Gateway College, Loma Linda University Health B.A. Cal State San Bernardino 1980 M.A. Chapman University 1998 Clear Administrative Services Credential, Azusa Pacific University Clear Single Subject Teaching Credential, Chapman University San Bernardino County Children’s Network Shine a Light on Child Abuse Award 2015 San Bernardino City Unified School District Certificated Manager Summit Award 2009 California League of Middle Schools Region 10 Administrator of the Year 2008 Association of California School Administrators Region 12 Middle Grades Administrator of the Year 2007

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Arwyn R. Wild was invited to join Loma Linda University Health (LLUH) in 2015, and had the privilege of helping establish the San Manuel Gateway College, an educational entity focused on creating training programs to entry-level medical careers. This college was established as a direct outreach to the San Bernardino community to provide educational opportunities that would lead its graduates directly to employment within the medical field. In the past five years, over 400 students have completed a variety of credentialed programs and are currently employed in the medical field or are pursuing additional education.

Mr. Wild grew up in a bicultural home with limited resources, which instilled in him a sensitivity for the disadvantaged. His later career in the public school system introduced him to both the challenges and opportunities of serving young people that often face insurmountable obstacles in their own lives. Prior to joining LLUH, Mr. Wild had more than 25 years as a public school educator and administrator; this gave him a wealth of experience, knowledge, but most importantly a heart for mission and the communities that we seek to serve.

Mr. Wild continues to be an advocate for the underserved and disadvantaged youth as he works towards transforming students and communities one person at a time. His personal investment in their futures has stabilized many young lives and set them on pathways to successful careers. His insights and perspectives on many of these issues have also informed and educated Loma Linda University on the need and strategies for effective community service.

For his exemplary support and advocacy for the underserved youth in our communities, for his passion for transforming students’ lives one person at a time, and for modeling in word and action this institution’s values and mission – “To continue to teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ;” Loma Linda University Health is pleased to present to Mr. Arwyn R. Wild the COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AWARD. This award was presented to him during Homecoming earlier this year.

The Programs, The School Honorees, and The Speakers

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School of Medicine May twenty-nine, eight-thirty o’clock, Campus Mall

PRELUDE Loma Linda Academy Wind Symphony Craig Mohr, Conductor Musical Selections

ACADEMIC PROCESSION

The audience is requested to clear the aisles and remain seated.

Ronald L. Carter, University Grand Marshal, leading Francis D. Chan, Adrian N. Cotton, Lynda Daniel-Underwood, Paul C. Herrmann, Associate Marshals, assisting The President’s Party, Members of the University Board of Trustees, LLUH Administration

Faculty The Thunderer… John Philip Sousa Candidates for Degrees

Pomp and Circumstance… Sir Edward Elgar (arr. Clare Grundman)

INVOCATION

John Sebastián De Armas Class Pastor

WELCOME Richard H. Hart President of the University

PRESENTATION OF AWARDS

Tamara L. Thomas, Dean of the School The President

Ronald L. Carter, Provost of the University

A GRADUATE’S REFLECTIONS

Gabriel E. Martin President of the Class

INTRODUCTION OF SPEAKER

The Dean

ADDRESS Kevin A. Codorniz Associate Dean for Clinical Education Head, Division of Endocrinology Assistant Professor, Medicine Loma Linda University School of Medicine IT’S THE SMALL THINGS

CONFERRING OF DEGREES

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The President

AWARDING OF DIPLOMAS

The Dean Cheryl A. Germain, Director, Pathologists’ Assistant Program Jeremy K. Deisch, Associate Professor, Pathology and Human Anatomy Penelope J. Duerksen-Hughes, Associate Dean for Basic Sciences and Translational Research Hansel M. Fletcher, Assistant Dean for Graduate Student Affairs Tamara M. Shankel, Senior Associate Dean for Medical Student Education Yami Bazan, Associate Dean for Student Affairs Kevin A. Codorniz, Associate Dean for Clinical Education

THE PHYSICIAN’S OATH

Jesse A. Dovich, Class of 2003 President, Loma Linda University School of Medicine Alumni Association

CHARGE TO THE CLASS

The Dean

BENEDICTION

Chloe Evangeline Hanson Dominguez Vice President of the Class

ACADEMIC RECESSION

Americans We… Henry Fillmore The audience is requested to clear the aisles and remain seated during the recession.

Commencement ceremonies will be available for viewing and downloading from the Commencement website: llu.edu/commencement To minimize distracting others during the ceremony, guests are requested to observe the following picture-taking courtesies: Please do not – • use a flash or additional lighting; • walk in the main aisles or in front of the platform; • stand except very briefly in the audience line of vision

COMMISSIONING OF This ceremony will be held outdoors on the North lawn of the MILITARY OFFICERS Centennial Complex near the “Who Touched Me” Sculpture.

It will take place at 11:00 A.M.

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School of Medicine Candidates for Degrees The listing of a candidate’s name in the commencement program is presumptive evidence of graduation but is not to be regarded as conclusive.

The three-letter designation following a student’s name (MAR, SEP, DEC) indicates the month in which the student completed his or her program, if other than May/June.

MASTER OF HEALTH SCIENCE Pathologists' Assistant Noah Nathaniel Ackerman

Krystal Lynn Duran

BS Illinois State University 2002

BS Arizona State University, Polytechnic 2018

Alexandra Marie Betz

Gabriela Garza

BS Arizona State University, Main Campus

BS California State Polytechnic University,

2019

Pomona 2019

Julio Jr Clemente Buntan

Michaela Marie Girod

BS Arizona State University, Main Campus

BS Westmont College 2018

2019

Caitlin Anne Colipano

Deanna Alaine Gomez

BS Chaminade University of Honolulu 2017

BS California State University, San Bernardino 2016

Elizabeth Anne Daniels

Taylor Ann Rose Grueter

BS St Vincent College 2019

BS California State University, Sacramento 2020

Daisy De La Cruz

Haley Elizabeth Hamilton

BS Arizona State University, Main Campus

BS Middle Tennessee State University 2019

2016

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Phuong Diem Mai

Kana Tanemura

BS University of California, San Diego 2019

BS University of California, Santa Cruz 2018

Javon Cree Oliver

Samantha Jane Winsett

BS Arizona State University, Main Campus

BS University of Denver 2014

2016

Diana Elizabeth Parra

Rebekah S. Wong

BS The University of Texas at El Paso 2010

BS Biola University 2019

MASTER OF SCIENCE In conjunction with the Faculty of Graduate Studies

Anatomy Brianna Marie Dismang, DEC

Jean Young Kim

BS San Jose State University 2018

BA University of California, San Diego 2015 MA Biola University 2018

Geology Levente Laisz, DEC BACH/EQV University of Pécs 2018

Natural Sciences Noel Joy Grimes BS The Master's College and Seminary 2018

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Neuroscience, Systems Biology, and Bioengineering Phoebe Pin-Nye Chum BS University of California, Riverside 2017

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY In conjunction with the Faculty of Graduate Studies

Anatomy Jenniffer Carolina Licero Campbell BA Baylor University 2011

Dissertation: Role of Fatty Acid Binding Proteins 4 and 5 in Spinal Cord Injury Recovery

Dong Kyu Shin BS Southern Adventist University 2012

Dissertation: Pathogenic Neuroinflammation in Niemann-Pick Disease Type C Neurodegeneration

Biochemistry Mary Beth Jean Yu, DEC BS California Institute of Technology 2012 MA Loyola University Chicago 2015

Dissertation: Extracellular Virmentin Modulation of Human Dendritic Cell Activation

Microbiology and Molecular Genetics Ezinne Rebecca Aja, DEC BS Babcock University 2013

Dissertation: The Role of the Filifactor Alocis Hypothetical Protein FA519 in Oxidative Stress Resistance

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Pharmacology Tiantian Liu, MAR MS Illinois Institute of Technology 2013

Dissertation: mRNAs Modulate Tumor Microenvironment Reprogramming in Pancreatic Cancer

Nicole Ursula Rumbidzai Mavingire BS La Sierra University 2012

Dissertation: An Investigation of the Anti-Stemness Actions of Two MicroRNAs after their Induction by Aminoflavone in Luminal A Breast Cancer

Greisha Lee Ortiz-Hernandez, DEC BS Universidad Metropolitana 2013

Dissertation: Contribution of the LEDGF/p75 Protein Interactome to Prostate Cancer Chemoresistance

Jonathan Valentine Wooten BS Oakwood University 2013 MS Georgia State University 2015

Dissertation: Phytochemical and Synthetic AhR Ligands as Novel Therapy for Refractory Breast Cancer

Physiology Jerry Jovanni Flores, MAR BS University of California, Riverside 2012

Dissertation: Harnessing Blood Clot Removal Mechanisms After Germinal Matrix Hemorrhage

DOCTOR OF MEDICINE Medicine Marc Abou Assali

Michael Steven Aguilar

BS Azusa Pacific University 2018

BS La Sierra University 2013 MS University of California, Irvine 2016 MMS Loma Linda University SM 2018

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Ana Karla Aguilera

Evan A. Basical

BS Southern Adventist University 2017

BS Pacific Union College 2017

Andrew Daesung Ahn

Caroline Marie Bebawy

BS University of California, Los Angeles 2014

BS Azusa Pacific University 2017 Department of Pediatrics - Robert F. Chinnock Award

Jieun Ahn

Abigail Allene Berry

BS La Sierra University 2018

BS Gonzaga University 2017

Andrew Anucherebom Ajoku

Jorrdan Nathan Ropka Bissell

BA University of California, Los Angeles 2013

BS Union College 2018

Gold Humanism Honor Society

Raquel Christine Alonso

Lauren Asha Bitterman

BS La Sierra University 2018

BS Andrews University 2017

Sten Daniel Andersen

Shelly Marie Bogue

BS Andrews University 2014

BA California State University, San Marcos 2015

Morgan Porras Bagingito

Samuel Alfonso Bolivar

BS Loma Linda University AH 2018

BS La Sierra University 2018

Gold Humanism Honor Society

AA Herber Award Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

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Cameron Austin Barruga

Matthew Izaak Buell

BS Walla Walla University 2018

BS Walla Walla University 2018

AA Herber Award

Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

Linnea Corine Burke

Shevel Santanya DaCosta

BS Andrews University 2018

BS Oakwood University 2014 MMS Loma Linda University SM 2017 AA Herber Award

James Gabriel Patrick Butlin

Ryan Scott Davis

BS Andrews University 2017

BA Southern Adventist University 2018

Claudia Joyce Chan

John Sebastián de Armas

BA University of California, Berkeley 2017

BS University of Pennsylvania 2018

Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

AA Herber Award Gold Humanism Honor Society Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

Warit Chirachevin

Charles Philip Mayor De Guzman

BS Andrews University 2017

BS Pacific Union College 2017

Sang Hee Katie Choi

Matthew James Dellen

BS University of Southern California 2012

BGS Indiana University-Purdue University,

Department of Medicine - Harold J. Hoxie Award

Indianapolis 2018

Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

Kelia R. Cook

Robin Kathryn Denny

BS Walla Walla University 2017

BS University of Maryland, College Park 2017

Department of Anesthesiology - Bernard D. Briggs Award

Victoria Jane Cress

Simone Danielle Nicole DeShields

BA Texas Christian University 2016

BS University of California, Los Angeles 2015

Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

MMS Loma Linda University SM 2017 MPH Loma Linda University PH 2021 Department of Preventative Medicine - Dysinger Family Award

Tanya Larissa Cupino BS Union College 2007

Bryonna Diaz

PhD Loma Linda University SM 2019

BS Azusa Pacific University 2018

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Riley Jonathan Dickson

Hazel Otuosorochi Ezeribe

BS Pacific Union College 2018

BS Andrews University 2016 MA Loma Linda University SR 2021 AA Herber Award

Chloe Evangeline Hanson Dominguez

Ashley Megan Feldkamp

BS Seattle Pacific University 2017

BS University of California, Davis 2017

AA Herber Award

Department of Medicine - Harold J. Hoxie Award

Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

Joshua Henry Dreschler

Aurriel Fenison

BS California Baptist University 2017

BA American University 2017 MMS Loma Linda University SM 2018 AA Herber Award Student Affairs Council (SAC) Representative Award

Eric Rolf Drinhaus

Travis Fisher

BS La Sierra University 2018

BS Walla Walla University 2017 Gold Humanism Honor Society

Jacqueline Bonnie Dulanto

Chantel Denise Fletcher

BS Southern Adventist University 2018

BS Oakwood University 2016

Sidney Renee Dunn

Andrew Folkerts

BA Southern Adventist University 2017

BS Calvin College 2018

Department of Neurology - Guy Hunt Award

Gold Humanism Honor Society Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

Nicholas Brooks Eckert

Kelly Fong

BA Lee University 2018

BS La Sierra University 2018

Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

Levi Andre Evans

Spencer Jonathan Freed

BS Walla Walla University 2017

BS Weimar University 2018

Gold Humanism Honor Society

Distinguished Student in Interventional Radiology Award

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Kaitlyn Michelle Fung

Stephanie Harin Han

BS University of California, San Diego 2016

BS University of California, Los Angeles 2017

AA Herber Award

Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

Gold Humanism Honor Society Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

Megan Nicole Calla Gampong

Justin Herling

BS La Sierra University 2015

BS La Sierra University 2018

MMS Loma Linda University SM 2017

David Edward Gay

Emily Yi Hong

BA Rollins College 2009

BS Pacific Union College 2018

MMS Loma Linda University SM 2017

Grace Susan Gilman

Andy Tong-On Hsueh

BS University of California, San Diego 2017

BS University of California, Santa Barbara 2017

AA Herber Award

Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

Adrienne Green

Yi-Hsuan Hung

BS Oakwood University 2012

BS La Sierra University 2015

MHS Johns Hopkins University 2019

Jason David Grellmann

Joseph David Hutton

BS Andrews University 2018

BS Walla Walla University 2018 Department of Orthopaedic Surgery - Philip H. Reiswig Award Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

Emily Joy Gunderson

Ye Jin Jeon

BA Arizona State University, Main Campus

BA Andrews University 2018

2016 Department of Surgery - David B. Hinshaw Sr.

Department of Urology - Roger W. Barnes Award Gold Humanism Honor Society

Award

Danielle Summer Rose Hamilton

Austin Dean Johnson

BS University of California, Riverside 2018

BS Southern Adventist University 2017

Department of Medicine - Varner J. Johns Jr. Award Will Alexander Whole Person Care Award Gold Humanism Honor Society

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Mckinzie Brooke Johnson

Stephanie Hyejin Kim

BS Southern Adventist University 2018

BS University of California, Irvine 2017 Department of Medicine - Daniel D. Comstock Award Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

Bowon Joung

Victoria Songyee Kim

BS University of Wisconsin, Madison 2016

BS Andrews University 2017

Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

AA Herber Award

Nathaniel Hoyoon Jung

Taylor Marika Lakusta-Wong

BS Andrews University 2016

BS Burman University 2017

MA Loma Linda University SR 2021

Mwape Advent Kalambata

Alexandria Tessa Misun Lee

BS Southwestern Adventist University 2017

BS University of California, Los Angeles 2017

Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

Department of Medicine - Varner J. Johns Jr. Award Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

Sirisin Fay Kamsut

Jonathan Daniel Lee

BS University of California, Los Angeles 2017

BA Southern Adventist University 2017

Hyemin Kim

Nathaniel Jin Lee

BS University of California, Riverside 2018

BS Southern Adventist University 2018

Kristen Kim

Seongmin Lee

BA Andrews University 2018

BA Andrews University 2016 BS Andrews University 2016

Paul Pyoungkang Kim

Yifan Eve Lii

BS University of California, Los Angeles 2015

BS University of California, San Diego 2005

BS Case Western Reserve University 2017

PhD University of California, Riverside 2016

Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

Department of Psychiatry - Benjamin Kovitz Award Gold Humanism Honor Society

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Jonathan Thomas Lodenkamp

Caitlyn Marie McGue, DEC

BS Walla Walla University 2017

BS Point Loma Nazarene University 2013

MMS Loma Linda University SM 2018

DDS University of California, San Francisco

Gold Humanism Honor Society

2017

Matthew Martin Lopez

Michelle Janet McSkane

BS Southern Adventist University 2018

BA University of San Diego 2016

AA Herber Award

AAN Medical Student Prize for Excellence in

Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

Neurology Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

Brian Melton Loui

Ethan Miles

BA University of California, Santa Barbara

BS Portland State University 2016

2011

Gold Humanism Honor Society

MMS Loma Linda University SM 2018

Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

Jonathan Charles Lee Mack

Isaac Lee Mitchell

BA Walla Walla University 2015

BS Northwest Nazarene University 2018 AA Herber Award Gold Humanism Honor Society Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

Gabriel Elijah Martin

Jin Hyun Moon

BS Azusa Pacific University 2017

BS Ohio State University, Main Campus 2017

Gold Humanism Honor Society

AA Herber Award

Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

Irene Rhobi Marwa

Ashli Moore

BS University of Delaware 2014

BS Oakwood University 2017

Tyler Brandon Masden

Emily Mulder

BS Walla Walla University 2018

BS Southern Adventist University 2018

Gold Humanism Honor Society

Distinguished Student in Diagnostic Radiology

Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

Award

Nicholas James McCall

Peter Gordon Mulder

BS Southern Adventist University 2018

BS Southern Adventist University 2018

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Ansel Hayden Ansor Nam

Akash Patel

BS Andrews University 2017

BS Pacific Union College 2018

Melissa Aika Nishino

Michelle Bojanne Pauliah

BA Southern Adventist University 2017

BA Andrews University 2016

MMS Loma Linda University SM 2018 Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics - Harold E. Ziprick Award Gold Humanism Honor Society

Ruth Hortencia Ramon Derek Sunil Nowrangi

BS La Sierra University 2012

BS La Sierra University 2012

Rosalie Ramos Christian Eric Olafsen

BS Pacific Union College 2015

BS University of California, Riverside 2017

Zachary Anil Randolph Feng Ong

BS Andrews University 2018

BS La Sierra University 2018

Thomas Rauser Bethany Palinka

BS University of Miami 2017

BS Walla Walla University 2017 Department of Family Medicine - Walter P. Ordelheide Award Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

Matthew Edward Reeves Olivia Harding Londis Paradis

BS La Sierra University 2018

BA Southern Adventist University 2018 Society for Academic Emergency Medicine Award Department of Medicine - Donald E. Griggs Award Gold Humanism Honor Society Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

Kimberly Shanice Reid BS University of North Texas 2017

Kimberly Hyun Park BS Andrews University 2018 Department of Emergency Medicine - 3 A.M. Award

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Peter Reim

Tori Reagan Severs

BS Pepperdine University 2017

BS Union College 2018

Gold Humanism Honor Society

Department of Family Medicine - Walter P.

Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

Ordelheide Award

Christopher Riba

Jackson Christopher Shampo

BS Westmont College 2017

BS Walla Walla University 2018 Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

Kari Diane Roberts

Devin Douglas Shaw

BS Point Loma Nazarene University 2018

BS Southern Adventist University 2017

Gold Humanism Honor Society Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

Stacey Dawn Roddick

Gregory Brian Shedd

BS Western Oregon University 2006

BS Walla Walla University 2018

Rachel Marie Rojas

Dong Kyu Shin

BS La Sierra University 2015

BS Southern Adventist University 2012 PhD Loma Linda University SM 2021

Dawn Cornelli Roselio

Matthew Minshic Shin

BS Andrews University 2017

BS Andrews University 2018

Andrea Xianglin Seah

Josephine Simorangkir

BS La Sierra University 2018

BS La Sierra University 2017

Miguel Angel Serrano Illan

Danae Breanna Smart

BA Southwestern Adventist University 2008

BSE University of Miami 2016

Gold Humanism Honor Society

Class of 1990 Heart for Service Award Gold Humanism Honor Society

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Christian Joshua Soeharsono

Julie Allison Ward

BS Southern Adventist University 2017

BS Southwestern Adventist University 2016

Karah Devon Sterris

Crystal Beverly Widarma

BA California State University, Fullerton 2016

BA California State University, San Bernardino

Gold Humanism Honor Society

2008 BS California State University, San Bernardino 2008

Yoshiaki Suzuki

Kevin Dietrich Williams

BS Southern Adventist University 2018

BS Emory University 2016

Talisa Laurayne Tait

Aimee Chia Lin Wilson

BS Andrews University 2018

BS York College Pennsylvania 2016

William Todd Henry Tritch

Christopher Philip Wong

BS Andrews University 2014

BS Westmont College 2017

MS Texas Tech University 2016

Charity Ann Underwood

Derek Kevin Wong

BS Walla Walla University 2018

BA University of California, Berkeley 2013

Department of Preventative Medicine - Dysinger Family Award

Andrew Yimu Vassantachart

Daniel Taehyun Yang

BS Walla Walla University 2018

BSN Pacific Union College 2018

Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

Gold Humanism Honor Society

Charlene Tiffany Wang

Elijah Ping Khang Yap

BA La Sierra University 2017

BS Loma Linda University AH 2018

Gold Humanism Honor Society

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Ericka Hanna Young

Steven Jacob Davids Zbarsky, DEC

BS Case Western Reserve University 2017

DMD The University of British Columbia 2017 MPH Loma Linda University PH 2021

Mary Beth Jean Yu BS California Institute of Technology 2012 MA Loyola University Chicago 2015 PhD Loma Linda University SM 2021 Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

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Physician’s Oath LOMA LINDA UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Before God, these things I do promise: In the acceptance of my sacred calling—

I will dedicate myself to the furtherance of Jesus Christ’s healing and teaching ministry.

I will give to my teachers the respect and gratitude which is their due. I will impart to those who follow me the knowledge and experience that I have gained.

The wholeness of my patient will be my first consideration.

Acting as a good steward of the resources of society and of the talents granted me, I will endeavor to reflect God’s mercy and compassion by caring for the lonely, the poor, the suffering, and those who are dying.

I will maintain the utmost respect for human life. I will

not use my medical knowledge contrary to the laws of

humanity. I will respect the rights and decisions of my patients.

I will hold in confidence all secrets committed to my keeping in the practice of my calling.

I will lead my life and practice my art with purity and honor; abstaining from immorality myself, I will not lead others into moral wrongdoing.

May God’s kingdom, His healing power, and His glory be experienced by those whom I serve; and may they be made known in my life, in proportion as I am faithful to this truth.

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The Scientist’s Oath Before God these things I do promise: In the acceptance of my sacred calling—

I will dedicate my life to the furtherance of Jesus Christ’s healing and teaching ministry.

As a member of the community of scholars, I promise to uphold the values of this body and all that it stands for.

I will give to my teachers the respect and gratitude which is their due.

I will impart to those who follow me, the knowledge and experience that I have gained.

I will extend the boundaries of scientific knowledge with my scholarship, teaching, research and publications.

I will deal fairly and justly with my fellow scientists, and will practice scientific integrity in the handling, acquisition, and interpretation of all data.

I will never misuse my research for personal or financial

gain, or for the intentional harm of my fellow human beings.

I will respect the confidences entrusted to me by my research subjects, fellow scientists, and the general public.

May I always strive so as to preserve the finest traditions of this community.

May God’s kingdom, His healing power and glory be experienced by me, as I am faithful to this Oath.

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Gabriel Martin — President’s Award

B.S. Azusa Pacific University 2017 M.D. Loma Linda University SM 2022 President’s Award 2022 Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society 2022 Gold Humanism Honor Society 2022

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Gabriel A. Martin has distinguished himself by his exceptional academic achievements, excellent leadership skills, positive contribution to the learning environment and his compassion and caring for patients and peers.

Gabriel has demonstrated outstanding skills in leadership and advocacy. He has served as elected class President for all four years of medical school. As a liason between students and administration, he has been integral to navigating educational changes affecting his class during the COVID-19 pandemic. He has served on multiple School of Medicine committees, as well as on the School of Medicine Senate. He has used this platform to advance curricular change and promote diversity and equity in medical education.

He is passionate about service to both local and global communities. Beginning in 2019, he has been a part of the Street Medicine, and the Crosswalk Free Clinic outreach programs. He has also been involved in Project Hope, mentoring teen parents and tutoring elementary school children. While in medical school, he has continued to volunteer in Mexico, using his skills and knowledge to help train volunteers, work with local doctors and community leaders.

He has contributed to academic medicine through research, curriculum development, and tutoring peers. He worked with faculty in the Department of Urology on several research projects, presenting his work at regional and national meetings. He has served on both the School of Medicine Curriculum Committee and the Clinical Science Implementation Subcommittee, providing valuable insight and suggestions to improve the education and experience of those who will follow. Gabriel Martin will continue his medical training in Urology at Loma Linda University Health.

For his outstanding academic achievements, his exceptional leadership skills and multiple contributions to service and the academic environment, the School of Medicine honors Dr. Gabriel Martin with the 2022 PRESIDENT’S AWARD. This award was presented to him at the senior banquet on May 25, 2022.

Nancy J. Heine — School Distinguished Academic Award

B.S. Columbia Union College 1977 Certificate, Adult Nurse Practitioner, Loma Linda University SN 1979 M. S. University of Southern California 1996 Sigma Theta Tau (Nursing National Honor Society) 1980

Since 1994 Nancy Heine has been teaching clinical skills and serving as director of the Clinical Skills Education Center. During this time, she has also been an assistant professor of medicine and medical education for Loma Linda University School of Medicine.

Her chief responsibilities have included coordinating teaching and assessment of clinical skills across all four years of medical school education, supporting Graduate Medical Education competency assessments, and providing clinical skills assessment activities for allied health students. She developed the Standardized Patient program which utilizes community members trained to portray patient scenarios. She helped design and direct operations of the Tom and Vi Zapara Clinical Skills Education Center. The Center provides over 10,000 encounters between learners and standardized patients each year.

Since its inception in 1992, Ms. Heine has been an active member of the California Consortium for the Assessment of Clinical Competence (CCACC), an organization comprised of faculty and standardized patient trainers from eight California medical schools. During her time there, the CCACC helped develop Objective Standardized Clinical Exams (OSCE’s) used by all medical students, and during a 4-year term as chair of the CCACC research committee, she headed a significant research project that received publication.

Married to James Heine for 45 years, she has two grown children and enjoys travel, music, golf, and spending time with family. After 41 years of exceptional leadership and service to this institution, Nancy Heine retired in February 2022.

For her exemplary service, her dedication and leadership to enhancing medical education, and her invaluable contributions to the school and this institution, Loma Linda University School of Medicine honors Nancy Heine with the SCHOOL DISTINGUISHED ACADEMIC AWARD. This award will be presented to her at the Conferring of Degrees for the school.

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Lawrence K. Loo — School Distinguished Academic Award

Vice Chair, Education & Faculty Development, School of Medicine, Loma Linda University Professor of Medicine and Medical Education, School of Medicine, Loma Linda University B.S. University of Southern California 1977 M.D. University of California, San Diego 1981 Kinzer-Rice Award for Excellence in University Teaching 2018 Graduate Medical Education Award, Loma Linda University Medical Center’s Medical Staff 2012 Program Director Recognition Award: Internal Medicine Residency 1995 Chairman’s Award for Outstanding Service: Department of Medicine 1993 Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society Faculty 1992 Outstanding Clinical Faculty Award for Excellence in Medical Student and/or Resident Teaching (1988, 1989, 1992, 1993, 1995, 1997, 2000, 2001, 2003, 2008) Walter E. Macpherson Society Teacher of the Year Award 1989, 2004

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As a clinician-educator, Dr. Lawrence Loo enjoys working with students, residents, fellows, and faculty pursuing an academic career in medical education. In his current role, he facilitates the continuum of professional development from medical student education to postgraduate residency and fellowship medical training in Internal Medicine, as well as continuing medical education.

He holds the Chauncey L. Smith Endowed Chair for the Department of Medicine. Following his graduation from medical school, Dr. Loo completed his Internal Medicine Residency and Chief Resident year at Loma Linda University and affiliated hospitals. This was followed by a postdoctoral fellowship in Primary Care and Faculty Development at Michigan State University.

He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and a Master in the American College of Physicians.

In addition to holding memberships in several state and national societies, he serves on several committees at Loma Linda University Health and the School of Medicine. Dr. Loo has published numerous papers on medical student education and faculty development and has been recognized by Loma Linda University and the American College of Physicians as a master teacher.

Dr. Loo has held a variety of leadership roles in the Dean’s office in the School of Medicine for medical students, residents, and faculty education.

For his leadership, commitment and dedication along the continuum of medical education for medical students, residents, and faculty; and for his outstanding contributions to this institution, Loma Linda University School of Medicine honors Dr. Lawrence K. Loo with the SCHOOL DISTINGUISHED ACADEMIC AWARD. This award will be presented to him at the Conferring of Degrees for the school.

Laura D. Nist — School Distinguished Service Award

Vice Chair and Associate Professor, Department of Neurology, School of Medicine, Loma Linda University Program Director, Neurology Residency, Loma Linda University Medical Center Program Director, Clinical Neurophysiology Residency, Loma Linda University Medical Center

After graduating from medical school, Dr. Laura Nist completed a residency in neurology here at Loma Linda University. She then went on to complete a fellowship in clinical neurophysiology and neuromuscular disease at the University of Virginia and subsequently returned to join the faculty of Loma Linda University School of Medicine. She previously served for many years as Program Director for the Department of Neurology and currently serves as both associate professor of neurology and vice chair of the Department of Neurology.

Dr. Nist is recognized as a skilled and compassionate clinician, who excels in the treatment of neuromuscular disease. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Neurology (FAAN) and through the years has been recognized with numerous awards including Neurology Resident of the Year, and Teacher of the Year, among others.

Her involvement with the community is demonstrated in many ways including serving as a mentor for the LIFE Communities program within the School of Medicine and supporting the Women Mentoring Excellence in Neurology (WoMEN) program.

For her her many years as Program Director for the Department of Neurology, her commitment to quality education and training of students and residents, and her outstanding service, Loma Linda University School of Medicine honors Dr. Laura D. Nist with the SCHOOL DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD. This award will be presented to her at the Conferring of Degrees for the school.

Director, EMG Laboratory, Neurology, Loma Linda University Health B.A. Point Loma Nazarene University 1991 M.D. Loma Linda University 1995 Fellowship, University of Virginia, Charlottesville 1999-2000 Fellow, American Academy of Neurology Certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology Certified by the American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine Teacher of the Year, Neurology Residency Program 2009, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019 Wholeness Service Award, Loma Linda University Adventist Health Sciences Center 2007 Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society 1999

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Sharon K. Riesen — School Distinguished Service Award

Associate Professor, Pediatrics, Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine, Loma Linda University Director, Pediatric Residency Program, Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital, Loma Linda University Health B.S. University of Central Florida 1978 M.D. Loma Linda University School of Medicine 1982 Certified, American Board of Pediatrics, 1987, 2010 Fellow, American Academy of Pediatrics, 1989 John W. Mace Clinical Faculty Award of Excellence 2003 Outstanding Faculty Awards for Pediatrics 1995

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Sharon K. Reisen is passionate about teaching and academic medicine. Upon graduation from medical school, she completed a pediatric residency at Loma Linda University (LLU). She then served for several years with the National Health Service Corps, working in Indian Reservations in southern California. She returned to LLU where she has taught for over 30 years – currently serving as associate professor of pediatrics, and eighteen years as the director of the pediatric residency program for the Children’s Hospital.

With a special interest in Behavioral-Developmental Pediatrics and Integrative Medicine, Dr. Riesen is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and is a member of the Society for Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics as well as the Pediatric Academic Society – Ambulatory Pediatric Association. She is also an active member of several committees within Loma Linda University Health and the School of Medicine.

For her commitment to education and for her outstanding service to education and training of medical students, Loma Linda University School of Medicine honors Dr. Sharon K. Riesen with the SCHOOL DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD. This award will be presented to her at the Conferring of Degrees for the school.

Kevin A. Codorniz — Speaker Dr. Kevin Codorniz grew up in rural central California where he enjoyed raising animals with Future Farmers of America. While studying at Pacific Union College (paid for in part by the sale of those animals) he met the love of his life, Agnes Henry, the couple married one day before the start of his third year of medical school.

In 2011, Dr. Codorniz returned to Loma Linda University as an assistant professor of Internal Medicine, and in 2014 he was appointed chief of the Division of Endocrinology. Since 2017 he has served as Associate Dean for Clinical Education. As a member of The Endocrine Society and American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, he has presented lectures and participated in poster sessions on endocrinology, diabetes, and medical education.

When he is not enjoying the outdoors with his wife and their three sons Nathan, Noah, and Nico, he is serving as a Kinder and Primary Sabbath School Instructor at La Sierra University Church.

Dr. Codorniz will deliver his address at the Conferring of Degrees for the School of Medicine.

Associate Dean for Clinical Education, School of Medicine, Loma Linda University Head, Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism Assistant Professor, School of Medicine, Loma Linda University B.S. Pacific Union College 2001 M.D. Loma Linda University SM 2005 Residency, Loma Linda University 2005-2008 Fellowship, University of California Irvine 2009-2011 Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society Internal Medicine Faculty of the Year 2017 Internal Medicine Senior Resident of the Year 2008 Internal Medicine Intern of the Year 2006 American Board of Internal Medicine 2008 American Board of Endocrinology 2011

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School of Pharmacy May twenty-nine, one-thirty o’clock, Campus Mall

PRELUDE Loma Linda Academy Wind Symphony Craig Mohr, Conductor Musical Selections

ACADEMIC PROCESSION

The audience is requested to clear the aisles and remain seated Ronald L. Carter, University Grand Marshal, leading Jacinda C. Abdul-Mutakabbir, Kristopher E. Boyle, Paul Gavaza, Terry R. Swenson, Associate Marshals, assisting The President’s Party, Members of the University of Trustees, LLUH Administration

Faculty The Thunderer… John Philip Sousa Candidates for Degrees

Pomp and Circumstance… Sir Edward Elgar (arr. Clare Grundman)

INVOCATION

Olivia Francis-Boyle Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmaceutical and Administrative Sciences

WELCOME Richard H. Hart President of the University

PRESENTATION OF AWARDS

Michael D. Hogue, Dean of the School The President

Ronald L. Carter, Provost of the University

RECOGNITION OF RESIDENTS AND FELLOWS

Norm Hamada Director, Clinical Pharmacy Services Loma Linda University Medical Center

INTRODUCTION OF SPEAKER

The Dean

ADDRESS Ty Bingham Rear Admiral, USPHS U.S. Assistant Surgeon General Chief Professor Officer, USPHS Pharmacist Category Chief, Clinical Pharmacy Program HIV Clinical Pharmacist Consultant, Federal Bureau of Prisons, Health Services Division YOU CAN CHANGE THE WORLD

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CONFERRING OF DEGREES

The President

AWARDING OF DIPLOMAS

The Dean

OATH OF A PHARMACIST

Nancy Kawahara Assistant Dean, Co-Curriculum and Mentoring

BENEDICTION

Randall McDonough Professor, Department of Pharmacy Practice

ACADEMIC RECESSION

Americans We… Henry Fillmore The audience is requested to clear the aisles and remain seated during the recession.

Commencement ceremonies will be available for viewing and downloading from the Commencement website: llu.edu/commencement To minimize distracting others during the ceremony, guests are requested to observe the following picture-taking courtesies: Please do not – • use a flash or additional lighting; • walk in the main aisles or in front of the platform; • stand except very briefly in the audience line of vision

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Candidates for Degrees The listing of a candidate’s name in the commencement program is presumptive evidence of graduation but is not to be regarded as conclusive.

DOCTOR OF PHARMACY Andrea Aguayo

Danae Biddle

BS Arizona State University, Main Campus

BS Tuskegee University 2018

2018

Mina Zeyad Alabdali

Dania Fernanda Cardenas

BA San Diego State University 2018

BA California State University, San Bernardino 2017

Almas Shaker Al Isso

Maribel Cardenas Veliz

BA San Diego State University 2018

Noor Saad Baba Allos

Jemma Jinhee Cho

BS Portland State University 2017

BA University of California, Berkeley 2013

Chad Bailey

Jose R. Covarrubias, Jr.

BA University of North Texas 2015

BS California State University, San Bernardino

Wil Alexander Whole Person Care Award

2008

Martin Sebastian Bailey

Richard Osakpolo Daudu, Jr.

BS La Sierra University 2016

BA California State University, San Bernardino 2017

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Jordan Nicole Bartolome

Melissa Dobson

BS University of California, Irvine 2015

BS Oakwood University 2016

Chibuikem Kelechi Erondu

Jia Xin Huang

BS Southern Adventist University 2016

BS University of California, Santa Cruz 2016

Merna Fouad Eskander

Esther Park Hwang

BS La Sierra University 2018

BS University of California, San Diego 2016

Caleb Ruben Flores

Sarah Kamil Ibrahim

BA La Sierra University 2017

BS University of California, San Diego 2018

BS La Sierra University 2017

Gilma Dinora Garcia

Shawn Vijay Idnani

Colorado Mesa University

BS University of California, Irvine 2018

Nicole Danielle Gheorghe

Jihye Jun

BS University of Redlands 2017

BA California State University, Northridge 2007

Mariana Victoria Gonzalez Mitidieri

Yasmine Christine Khader

BS Southern Adventist University 2017

BS University of California, Riverside 2018

Peter A. Gorgie

Raneen Mustafa Khatib

BS University of California, Irvine 2018

BS University of California, Riverside 2016 MS University of California, Los Angeles 2018

Bishoy Ramzy Hanna

Madiha Khawaja

BS University of California, Irvine 2017

BA Mills College 2015

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Ha Eun Kim

Mariah Kari Lupoe

BS Southern Adventist University 2017

BS Oakwood University 2017

Margaret San Bu Labya

Ngan Kim Ly

University of California, Irvine

BS University of California, Irvine 2018

Tania Michelle Lafuente

Stephanie Nohemy Merlos

BA Walla Walla University 2017

BS La Sierra University 2017

Mimi Uyen Le

Matthew Medhat Mikail

BA California State University, Long Beach

BA University of California, Riverside 2018

2017

Ye Jin Lee

Melika Nasr

BS University of California, Riverside 2017

BS University of California, Irvine 2017

Boram Lim

Miley Tien Nguyen

BS La Sierra University 2018

BS University of California, Los Angeles 2017

Christopher K. Lindsey

Suong Thi Tuyet Nguyen

BS Walla Walla University 2016

BS San Diego State University 2018

MS Walla Walla University 2019

Ping Chun Lu

Sinae Noh

BS La Sierra University 2015

BS University of California, Irvine 2017

MPH Loma Linda University PH 2017

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Ashley Nicole Nunez

Adrian Rivera Alvarez

BS University of La Verne 2017

BS University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras Campus 2017

Eunice Kerubo Nyasani

Mina Ayad Saeed

BS Oakwood University 2017

BS University of California, San Diego 2018

Marie Conchita Oropeza

Iva Kristin Hernando Saenz

BS Northeastern State University 2018

Zubin Patel

Sana Sultana Saiyed

BS California State University, Long Beach

BS University of California, Riverside 2017

2018

Anna Mercedes Peyton-Navarrete

Fathi Hassan Salaheldine

BS California State University, San Bernardino

BS University of California, Riverside 2017

2016

Hang Thi Thuy Pham

Helen Makram Sedrak

BS University of California, Irvine 2018

BS California State University, San Marcos 2018

Kenneth Raymond Quan

Kailee Anne Severt

BS University of California, San Diego 2009

BA Claremont McKenna College 2018

Kaythryn Lauren Rager

Muath Ahmad Shqeirat

BS California State University, San Bernardino

BS Arizona State University, Main Campus

2018

2014

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Cleopatra Deborah Karina Siagian

Joseph Foz Velasco

BS University of California, Irvine 2018

BS Pacific University 2018

Kyrillos Hany Soryal

Terry Gabriel Williams

BS La Sierra University 2017

BS Oakwood University 2018

Diana Camille Tannous

Ivan Yuwen Wong

BS University of California, San Diego 2018

BS University of California, Los Angeles 2017 LLUSP Mission Excellence Award

Jessica Thanh Thanh Trinh

Edmund Ping-Chang Yap

BS Pacific University 2018

BA La Sierra University 2016

President’s Award

Dean’s Award

Briana Urquilla BS State University of New York Health Science Center at Stony Brook 2018

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Oath of a Pharmacist Today, I stand on the campus of Loma Linda University before you and in the presence of God. I promise to devote myself to a lifetime of service to others through the profession of pharmacy.

In fulfilling this vow:

I will consider the welfare of humanity and relief of suffering my primary concern.

I will promote inclusion, embrace diversity, and advocate for justice to advance health equity.

I will apply my knowledge, experience, and skills to the best of my ability to assure optimal outcomes for my patients.

I will respect and protect all personal and health information entrusted to me.

I will accept the responsibility to improve my professional knowledge, expertise, and self-awareness.

I will hold myself and my colleagues to the highest principles of our profession’s moral, ethical, and legal conduct.

I will embrace and advocate changes that improve patient care.

I will utilize my knowledge, skills, experiences, and values to prepare the next generation of pharmacists.

I take these vows voluntarily with the full realization of the responsibility with which I am entrusted by the public and by God.

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Jessica Trinh — President’s Award

B.S. Pacific University, Oregon 2018 Pharm.D. Loma Linda University SP 2022 President’s Award 2022 Rho Chi (International Honor Society for Pharmaceutical Sciences)

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Since joining the Loma Linda University School of Pharmacy, Jessica Trinh has demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to her academics, classmates, and God. As a daughter of immigrant parents, Jessica says, “my parents, through their journey as war refugees, used religion as a means for motivation through their hardships and as a result, instilled in me a large faith in the beliefs of the Christian community.” Jessica overcame her shy demeanor by becoming involved in community and organizations starting while being an undergraduate student and have continued through pharmacy school. Jessica became a leader because she has passion, initiative, and determination to better her community.

Throughout her time in pharmacy school, Jessica has maintained an exceptional GPA, consistently ranking near the top of her class. She was President of Rho Chi, the international honor society for pharmaceutical sciences, Secretary of the Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy (AMCP) local school chapter, and Webmaster of the American Society of Health-Systems Pharmacists (ASHP), and the California Society of Health System Pharmacists (CSHP) local school chapters. Jessica serves with passion and has a big heart for others. She has regularly assisted with School of Pharmacy outreach booths during Redlands Market Night and volunteered for The East Los Angeles Community Union (TELACU) events at nursing homes, educating underserved elderly patients on various Medicare prescription drug plans. In all that Jessica does, she demonstrates Christ’s love to those around her. She is known by her classmates as a jubilant person and for her focus and diligent work while maintaining an enthusiasm for helping patients and moving the profession of pharmacy forward.

In recognition of her scholastic achievement and her commitment to the mission of this University “To continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ”—Dr. Jessica Trinh is named recipient of the 2022 PRESIDENT’S AWARD. This award was presented to her at the Hooding Ceremony for the School of Pharmacy on May 27, 2022.

Caroline Sierra — School Distinguished Service Award

Associate Professor, Department of Pharmacy Practice, School of Pharmacy, Loma Linda University Pharm.D., University of New Mexico College of Pharmacy 2014 PGY 1 Pharmacy Residency, Loma Linda University Health 2015

Caroline Sierra joined the faculty of Loma Linda University School of Pharmacy (LLUSP) in 2016 where she provides education to student pharmacists in pediatric pharmacotherapy. Dr. Sierra practices in acute care pediatrics at Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital where she precepts student pharmacists and pharmacy residents. She also serves as the coordinator for Loma Linda University Health’s PGY1 Pharmacy Residency program, as well as director for the PGY2 Pediatric Pharmacy Residency program.

Dr. Sierra is actively involved in research to advance the practice of pediatric pharmacy. She supports the students of LLUSP as the faculty advisor for the student chapters of the Student Societies of Health-System Pharmacy (SSHP) and the California Society of Health-System Practice (CSHP). Dr. Sierra is actively involved in pharmacy organizations and advocacy at the local, state, and national levels, representing the school on the Council on Education and Workforce Development for the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists. She is also the president of the Inland Society of Health-System Pharmacists and recently served as Chair of the Research Committee for the Pediatric Pharmacy Association, and Chair of the Member Recognition Committee for the California Society of Health-System Pharmacists.

In recognition of her contributions to academics and her profession, the School of Pharmacy honors Dr. Caroline Sierra with the SCHOOL DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD. This award will be presented to her at the Conferring of Degrees for the school.

PGY 2 Pediatric Pharmacy Residency, Loma Linda University Health 2016 Board Certified Pediatric Pharmacy Specialist (BCPPS) 2016

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Lisa Hong — School Faculty of the Year

Associate Professor, Department of Pharmacy Practice, School of Pharmacy, Loma Linda University Pharm.D. University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy 2013 PGYI Pharmacy Residency University of Colorado Hospital 2014 PGY2 Pharmacy Residency University of Utah Hospital and Clinic 2015 Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialists (BCPS)

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Lisa Hong joined Loma Linda University School of Pharmacy (LLUSP) in July of 2015. As an Associate Professor, she has devoted herself to the development of interprofessional service and learning opportunities at Loma Linda University (LLU), as well as the personal and professional growth of her trainees.

During her years at LLUSP, Dr. Hong has served and precepted students on an international, interprofessional medical mission trip to Belize. She has also led students on medical mission trips to Sierra Leone, with a focus on education of hospital staff to improve long-term patient care. Locally, Dr. Hong has encouraged students to join her in volunteering at local free clinics, including Pathway to Health and AMEN Clinic, and has promoted interprofessional collaboration and clinical pharmacy involvement at Street Medicine Clinic twice monthly for the past few years. She serves on the Interprofessional Education Committee, coordinates a learning experience which includes over ten different professions across campus, and is continuing to work on the formation of additional alliances with other schools on campus, to incorporate more interprofessional activities into the LLUSP curriculum.

Dr. Hong exemplifies dedication to providing high quality training for students and residents. In addition to her preceptorship and daily commitment to patient care through acute internal medicine service, she also delivers several lectures and coordinates two courses, including a capstone course focused on patient cases, clinical application, and literature evaluation. Furthermore, Dr. Hong has numerous projects in the areas of research and quality improvement, which have culminated in national poster presentations or publishing, many of which include student participation. She has established the American College of Clinical Pharmacy student chapter to promote clinical pharmacy and provide additional resources for career and professional development.

In recognition of her contributions to teaching, and her service to the academic pursuits of this University, the School of Pharmacy is honored to name Dr. Lisa Hong recipient of the SCHOOL FACULTY OF THE YEAR. This award will be presented to her at the Conferring of Degrees for the school.

Olivia Francis-Boyle — School Junior Faculty of the Year Award

Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmaceutical & Administrative Sciences, School of Pharmacy, Loma Linda University Assistant Professor, Pathology and Human Anatomy, Anatomy Division, School of Medicine, Loma Linda University B.S. Andrews University 2005 M.S. Walden University 2011 Ph.D. Loma Linda University 2015

Olivia Francis-Boyle has actively employed her knowledge, skills, and expertise in diverse venues. She has co-authored eight publications in high impact journals such as Blood Cancer Journal and Haematologica. She is also the co-inventor of a U.S. Patent Application for a new biologic agent for the treatment of cancer, specifically B-cell type acute lymphocytic leukemia. Dr. FrancisBoyle has continued to present at conferences and was awarded a prestigious internal GRASP grant award for $75,000, from Loma Linda University (LLU).

Dr. Francis-Boyle’s commitment to service in enhancing diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace has been outstanding. She is a member of the University’s Diversity Council. While a graduate student, and now as a faculty member at Loma Linda University, she has been active in mentoring minority students (high school, undergraduate and more recently medical, pharmacy and graduate students) in bench research.

Upon her appointment as president of Black Alumni of Loma Linda University (BALL), she helped fundraise over $24,000 for scholarships toward black students at LLU; in addition, she has developed a mentoring program that connects black students to black alumni mentors in their respective professional fields, seeking to support the financial, academic, professional and emotional needs of Black students on the LLU campus.

In recognition of her outstanding contributions to the academic pursuits of this institution, and her invaluable service as a faculty mentor, the School of Pharmacy is honored to name Dr. Olivia Francis-Boyle recipient of the SCHOOL JUNIOR FACULTY OF THE YEAR. This award will be presented to her at the Conferring of Degrees for the school.

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Jacinda Abdul-Mutakabbir — School Community Service Award

Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmacy Practice, School of Pharmacy, Loma Linda University B.S. Howard University 2014 Pharm.D. University of Saint Joseph 2017 Residency, Howard University Hospital, 2018 M.P.H. Wayne State University 2020 Research Fellowship, Wayne State University, 2020 American Pharmacists Association Immunization Champion-Honorable Mention, 2022 Dorothy Ingram Trailblazer Award, 2022 30 Under 30 Outstanding Scientist Recognition 2021 50 Most Influential Leader in Pharmacy by Pharmacy Network Podcast (PPN) 2021 USPHS Outstanding Service Award 2017

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Dr. Jacinda Abdul-Mutakabbir joined Loma Linda University School of Pharmacy (LLUSP) in August of 2020. Following completion of her pharmacy education and residency training, she completed a research fellowship in Infectious Disease Pharmacokinetics/Pharmacodynamics (PK/PD) Research Fellowship under the tutelage of Dr. Michael J. Rybak.

As an emerging practitioner, Dr. Abdul-Mutakabbir’s primary research interests include translating her in vitro research, and focusing on multidrug resistant bacteria to improve patient treatment strategies in vivo. In addition to her preceptorship and daily commitment to patient care she also delivers several lectures and coordinates the Respiratory and Renal Diseases course.

Furthermore, she has numerous research and quality improvement projects which have culminated in national poster presentations or publishing.

As an Assistant Professor, she has led the COVID-19 equitable vaccination clinics for the past two years, resulting in the vaccination of over 2500 Black and Hispanic/Latino San Bernardino community members. She has also participated in over 30 outreach webinars targeted to increasing vaccine uptake in minority communities. Her mentoring of our students in communityengaged service activities seeking to break down barriers in access to care, is exceptional. Her work in reaching minority communities has been featured nationally through pharmacy associations, and internationally through her publications and the media.

Dr. Abdul-Mutakabbir was elected chair of the Health Equity Practice and Research Network by the American College of Clinical Pharmacy in 2021, for a two-year executive board term.

Dr. Abdul-Mutakabbir, also known as Dr. JAM, exemplifies dedication to providing high quality training for her students, and exuberates a positive demeanor and jubilant character.

In recognition of her significant impact on, and modeling of, community service, along with her outstanding contributions to the academic pursuits of Loma Linda University, the School of Pharmacy is honored to name Dr. Jacinda Abdul-Mutakabbir recipient of the SCHOOL COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD. This award will be presented to her at the Conferring of Degrees for the school.

Sara Solak — School Staff of the Year Award

Laboratory Manager, School of Pharmacy, Loma Linda University B.S. California State Fullerton 2009

Sara Solak joined Loma Linda University School of Pharmacy (LLUSP) in 2013. As the school’s laboratory manager, she is always busy tending to the demands of the laboratory and numerous research projects. Sara has taken the initiative on a number of projects, in particular with regards to Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) compliance for the laboratories. She has received commendation from the EHS director for achieving the highest possible Maxcom scores for laboratory safety. Sara has produced quality work for perinatal biology and neuropharmacology research labs. She instructs students in the laboratory, sharing her expert knowledge in safety and protocols, while coordinating studies between laboratories with complex research projects.

With a wide range of responsibilities, she is very skilled in multitasking and time management. Sara is well respected by her colleagues and students and is always willing to help.

In her spare time, she is a licensed home baker making delicious beautifully decorated cookies, a thriving hobby business.

She and her husband love to watch their kids play soccer and enjoy camping as a family.

In recognition of her service and dedication to her profession, the School of Pharmacy honors Sara Solak with the SCHOOL STAFF OF THE YEAR AWARD. This award will be presented to her at the Conferring of Degrees for the school.

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RADM Ty Bingham — Speaker

Assistant Surgeon General and Chief Professional Officer, US Public Health Service (USPHS, Pharmacist Category) Chief, Clinical Pharmacy Programs, Federal Bureau of Prisons B.S. University of Arizona 1988 Pharm. D. University of Arizona 1989 Next Generation Pharmacist-Lifetime Leadership of the Year Honoree 2020 PHS Outstanding Unit Citation 2019, 2017, 2016, 2007 USPHS George F. Archambault PHS Career Achievement Award 2018 PHS Meritorious Service 2018 USPHS Allen J. Brands Clinical Pharmacist of the Year Award 2015 PHS Outstanding Service Medal 2006 PHS Commendation Medal 2003, 1998, 1993

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RADM Ty Bingham has served in multiple leadership positions throughout his career. His passion and commitment have always been the advancement of clinical pharmacy through utilization of pharmacists as providers to improve patient outcomes.

He was commissioned into the U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps in 1989, serving as a staff pharmacist with the Indian Health Service in Sells, Arizona. He then responded to an acute need and transferred as a Chief Pharmacist with the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP), Federal Correctional Institution Safford, Arizona. His extensive BOP career has included serving as Regional Chief Pharmacist of the BOP’s Western Region, national HIV Clinical Pharmacist Consultant, Institution Chief Pharmacist, and Performance Improvement Coordinator.

RADM Bingham chairs the multidisciplinary BOP Health Services Division Governing Board Clinical Care Subcommittee, responsible for researching and proposing new and innovative improvements to BOP clinical care. He also oversees maintenance of the extensive BOP Clinical Guidance program.

RADM Ty Bingham will deliver his address at the Conferring of Degrees for the School of Pharmacy.

School of Dentistry May twenty-nine, five o’clock, Campus Mall

PRELUDE Loma Linda Academy Wind Symphony Craig Mohr, Conductor Musical Selections

ACADEMIC PROCESSION

The audience is requested to clear the aisles and remain seated Ronald L. Carter, University Grand Marshal, leading Ronald E. Forde, Shelley L. Hayton, Robert D. Walter, John B. Won, Associate Marshals, assisting The President’s Party, Members of the University of Trustees, LLUH Administration

Faculty The Thunderer… John Philip Sousa Candidates for Degrees

Pomp and Circumstance… Sir Edward Elgar (arr. Clare Grundman)

INVOCATION

Ryan J. Becker, Assistant Professor Division of General Dentistry

WELCOME Richard H. Hart President of the University

PRESENTATION OF AWARDS

Robert A. Handysides, Dean Montry S. Suprono, Director, Center for Dental Research Mark E. Estey, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs

INTRODUCTION OF SPEAKER

The Dean

ADDRESS Chris Oberg ABOUT LEAVING LOMA LINDA

RESPONSE FOR GRADUATES

Samuel Altman President of the Class of Graduating Dental Hygienists Ronnie Fox President of the Class of Graduating Dentists

CONFERRING OF DEGREES

The President

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AWARDING OF DIPLOMAS

The Dean Associate Dean for Academic Affairs Shelly A. Withers, Chair, Department of Dental Hygiene P. Esther Forde, Assistant Dean, Student Affairs and Admissions

PLEDGE TO DENTISTRY

Rami R. Jekki Assistant Professor, Clinic Administration

BENEDICTION

Shelley L. Hayton Associate Professor, Dental Hygiene

ACADEMIC RECESSION

Americans We… Henry Fillmore The audience is requested to clear the aisles and remain seated during the recession.

Commencement ceremonies will be available for viewing and downloading from the Commencement website: llu.edu/commencement To minimize distracting others during the ceremony, guests are requested to observe the following picture-taking courtesies: Please do not – • use a flash or additional lighting; • walk in the main aisles or in front of the platform; • stand except very briefly in the audience line of vision

COMMISSIONING OF This ceremony will be held outdoors on the North lawn of the MILITARY OFFICERS Centennial Complex near the “Who Touched Me” Sculpture.

It will take place at 11:00 A.M.

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Candidates for Degrees The listing of a candidate’s name in the commencement program is presumptive evidence of graduation but is not to be regarded as conclusive.

The three-letter designation following a student’s name (MAR, SEP, DEC) indicates the month in which the student completed his or her program, if other than May/June.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE Dental Hygiene Samuel Frederick Altman

Rachel Yerin Chung Dean’s Award Sigma Phi Alpha Award

Pearl Aline Arkusinski, cum laude

Natalie Marilyn Damargi

Kristina Leigh Bergeron

Jany Dawi

Natasha Dolinskiy Black, magna cum laude

Erika Anne Dudar, cum laude

Sigma Phi Alpha Award

Yarezmin A. Che

Brenda N. Fausto Clinician’s Award Middleton Award

Andrea Michelle Chilom

Diane Lizette Garcia-Solano Klooster Humanitarian Award Mitchell Award

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Sarah Anna Georgian

Fabiola Magana, cum laude Western Society of Periodontology Award

Gabriel Paul Hetrick

Tuong Vi Mai Sigma Phi Alpha Award

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Patanadej Dustin Higaravathn

Chelsea Molato

Ariella Kerendian

Rylee Marie Nelson

Sigma Phi Alpha Award

American Association of Public Health Dentistry

Sol Y. Lara, cum laude

Mana Nikjou

Rebecca Marra Lee, cum laude

Amber Orellana

Cristian Andrew Loomis, cum laude

Julia Shin

Kaylene Leree Lopez

Lani Kazuki Sugishita

Katarina Nicole Supit, cum laude

Chelsea Olivia Ticonuwu

Preny Tatevosian, summa cum laude Sigma Phi Alpha Award

DOCTOR OF DENTAL SURGERY Dentistry Dawn Agustines

Karim Maher Labib Barsoum

BS Loma Linda University SD 2016

BS La Sierra University 2018

Academy of General Dentistry

Rayford Charles Alva

Anthero Justin D. Bengo

BS Andrews University 2018

BS La Sierra University 2017

Isaac Andrew Arakaki

Samantha Marie Blenderman

Walla Walla University

BS Walla Walla University 2018

Ricardo Antonio Ayala Ingleton

Christopher Kenneth Chaffin

BS Walla Walla University 2016

BS Pacific Union College 2018 Omicron Kappa Upsilon

Ashley Bakshian

Allison Marie Chan

BA University of California, San Diego 2016

California State University, San Marcos American Academy of Periodontology Omicron Kappa Upsilon

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Eliot Chang

Corbin Ross Clark

BS University of the Pacific 2018

BS Walla Walla University 2018 American College of Dentists, Southern California Section Omicron Kappa Upsilon

Ryan Chang

Rachelle Melisa Coca

BS Pacific Union College 2017

BS University of California, Riverside 2013 BS Loma Linda University SD 2018 Brian D. Stone Memorial Award

Sarah Yumee Chang

Martha Diana Cohen

BS Southern Adventist University 2015

BS Oakwood University 2017

Zachary Philip Chen

Colette Lauren Covrig

BS Pacific Union College 2016

BS Andrews University 2018

Rebecca Anne Chin

Samuilo Cvetkovic

BS Pacific Union College 2018

BS University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2017 Omicron Kappa Upsilon

Hyun Hyo Choi

Jordan Dobbin

BS Pacific Union College 2017

BS Burman University 2016

Richard Byungwoo Chong

Horacio Emmanuel Donjuan Velez

BS University of California, Riverside 2014

BS La Sierra University 2018

American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry

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Myriam Cineus

Alyson Eunhi Drew

BS Oakwood University 2017

BS Andrews University 2015

Sharlotta Drumi

Kelly Alexandra Hahn

BS Andrews University 2017

BS Pacific Union College 2017

Colton Joseph Feider

Kristen Hanna

BS Western Washington University 2017

BS University of California, Irvine 2017 American Association of Orthodontists Omicron Kappa Upsilon

Joraldine Alas Feliciano II

Haidyn Terance Helmer

Southern Adventist University

BS Pacific Union College 2017

Sara Katherine-Hogue Fickert

Tyler Dalon Hetland

BS University of Oklahoma Norman Campus

BS Burman University 2016

2017 Oesterling-Wical Removable Prosthodontics Award

Ronnie Fox

Levi Luvene Hilde

BA DePaul University 2018

BS Walla Walla University 2017

Academy of Dentistry International Student Servant Leadership Award International College of Dentists Student Leadership

Jeremiah Wilson Holt Obed Rabsaris Galla Pimentel

BS Southern Adventist University 2018

BS Andrews University 2018

Academy of Osseointegration Omicron Kappa Upsilon President’s Award Southern California Academy of Oral Pathology Award

Josue Antonio Garcia-Chaidez BS University of Maryland, University College 2013

Hannah Grace Houghtaling BA Southern Adventist University 2018

Matthew William Darrell Gotaas BS University of Alberta, Edmonton 2018

Rina Inaba

American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial

BA State University of New York Health

Pathology

Science Center at Stony Brook 2017

Omicron Kappa Upsilon

American Association of Endodontists

Prince Award

Pierre Fauchard Academy 73

Do Young Jang

Isaac Jungyoon Kim

BS Southern Adventist University 2018

BS University of California, Los Angeles 2012

Daniel Richard Jordan

Jeein Kim

BS The Master's College and Seminary 2016

BS Southern Adventist University 2018

Boyko Award for Christ-Like Service

Omicron Kappa Upsilon

Kara Hee-Hyun Kang

Nayeon Kim

BS Andrews University 2017

BS La Sierra University 2018

Aaron Keiser

Steven Kim

BA Southern Adventist University 2018

BS Andrews University 2017

April Gayea Kim

SungJun Kim

BA Southern Adventist University 2016

BS Andrews University 2015

Daniel In Nae Kim

Oh Ock Kwon

BA Andrews University 2018

BA Sahmyook University 2001 MA Andrews University 2005 American Academy of Oral Medicine Omicron Kappa Upsilon

Ha Eun Kim

Ashley Lee

BS Burman University 2018

BA Walla Walla University 2018

Hyeon Seok Kim

Jacqueline Marie Lenoir

BS The University of Texas at Dallas 2017

BS University of California, Riverside 2017

Omicron Kappa Upsilon

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Ryan Scott Ligman

Paul Bon Na

BS Walla Walla University 2018

BA University of California, Berkeley 2009

Alice Jihyun Lim

Amy T. Nguyen

BS La Sierra University 2018

BS Loma Linda University SD 2015

Rebecca Nicole Lopez

Conner Jerry Nielsen

BA University of Redlands 2018

BS Brigham Young University 2018 American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons Omicron Kappa Upsilon

Guada L. Lund

Mitra Nikpour

BS Andrews University 2006

BS University of California, Irvine 2014

BS Loma Linda University SD 2018

BS Loma Linda University SD 2018 Academy of General Dentistry

Alina Renee Madgwick

Daniel Novella

BS Burman University 2017

BS Palm Beach Atlantic College-West Palm

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry

Beach 2018

American Student Dental Association: Award of Excellence

Brett Scott McKean

Katelyn Elaine Ordway

BS La Sierra University 2016

BS Point Loma Nazarene University 2012

BS Loma Linda University SD 2018

Amber J. McKeever

Chelsea Nicole Tanilon Paclibar

BS Southern Adventist University 2017

BS Pacific Union College 2018 National Association of Seventh-day Adventist Dentists

Houman Mizani

Kiefer Sungwhan Park

BA California State University, Los Angeles

BS Pacific Union College 2018

2016 Southern California Society of Dentistry for Children Award

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Joshua David Penners

Mohammed Shaikh

BS La Sierra University 2017

BS California State University, Fullerton 2011

American Academy of Implant Dentistry

BS Loma Linda University SD 2018

American College of Prosthodontists California Dental Association Senior Award

Sarah Elizabeth Preciado

Miriam Grisel Sherpa

BS Burman University 2018

BS La Sierra University 2017 American Academy of Orofacial Pain

Gregg Douglas Price

Myung Shik Shin

BS Loma Linda University SD 2007

BS Southern Adventist University 2016

Whitney Nicole Reiakvam

Seo Katherine Yoon Shin

BA University of Colorado, Boulder 2015

BS Pacific Union College 2017

MS University of Colorado, Boulder 2017

Wil Alexander Award

Peter Rodriguez

Kyle James Simpson

BA California State University, Fullerton 2017

BS Walla Walla University 2018

Talissa Janelle Romero

Gurinder Singh

BS Pacific Union College 2017

BS Pacific Union College 2018 ICOI/Dentsply Pre-doctoral Student Achievement Award

David Samuel Rutgard

James Ellsworth Smith

BS San Diego State University 2017

BS University of California, Davis 2017 Omicron Kappa Upsilon

Heidi Sayegh

Abram Jonathan Solano

BA Pacific Union College 2018

BA La Sierra University 2016

BS Pacific Union College 2018

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Eugenie Choi Sumarli

Taylor N. Vixie

BS La Sierra University 2018

BS Pacific Union College 2017

ADAF Colgate Student Research Recognition (D3)

Hyun Sung

Michael A. Ward II

BS La Sierra University 2015

BS University of Central Florida 2016

BS Loma Linda University SD 2018

Timothy R. Swanson

Nicholas Nakarin Warounthorn

BS La Sierra University 2017

BS University of California, Riverside 2016

Aki Corinne Tsuchiya

Connor Lorne Wasylucha

BS Loma Linda University IDS 2017

BS La Sierra University 2017

Mark Angelo Sayao Tupasi

Elaine Sami Youssef

BS California State University, Fullerton 2018

BS California State University, Fresno 2018

Kamran Singh Uppal

Hayoung Yun

BS La Sierra University 2018

BS Southern Adventist University 2018

Dentistry/International Dentist Program Sai Pavan Adigarla

Feyisayo Aderemi Anifowose

BDS N.T.R. University of Health Sciences 2012

BDS Obafemi Awolowo University 2009

MHA Western Kentucky University 2017

BS University of Louisiana at Lafayette 2020 MS University of Louisiana at Lafayette 2020

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Sallen Qardagh Aoghiz

Samir Hasso

BDS Hawler Medical University 2012

BDS Al-Yarmouk University College 2016

Omicron Kappa Upsilon

Academy of Operative Dentistry

Priyanka Bellap

Amanda Hameed-Matti Hedo

BDS N.T.R. University of Health Sciences 2007

BDS University of Baghdad 2001 Wilfred A. Nation Award

Luiz Thiago Carvalho

Bryant Alejandro Hoyos

DDS EQUIV Universidade Federal do Espírito

TITULO Universidad Maimónides 2017

Santo 2008

Omicron Kappa Upsilon

American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology

Alidiuska Estopinan Marzo

Ali Mahmoud Ibrahim

DDS EQUIV Instituto Superior de Ciencias

BS Future University 2013

Medicas de Santiago de Cuba 2009

Mina Girgis

Ragini Kanikanti

BDMS Tanta University 2011

BDS N.T.R. University of Health Sciences 2009

Western Society of Periodontology

MBA University of Findlay 2013

Hadil Safwat zikry Goubrail

Rucha Rajnikant Kapadia

BDMS Ain Shams University 2007

BDS Gujarat University 2013 MPH University of North Texas Health Science Center, Ft Worth 2017

Engy F. Halim

Sumit Kaur

BDMS Ain Shams University 2006

BDS University of Rajasthan 2012 MBS Rutgers University Newark 2019

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Rabie Y. Hanna

Nadir Omar Khattab

BDS University of Baghdad 2006

BDS Future University 2011

Hykal Roa Khosravibabadi

Chinwendu Calis Nnagbo

DMD Cebu Doctors' College 2016

BDS University of Benin 2008

Hyunjae Lee

Krunal Kaushikbhai Patel

BS University of Wisconsin, Madison 2008

BDS Rajiv Gandhi University of Health

DMD Univeristy of Debrecen Medical and

Sciences 2012

Health Science Center 2017

Sandy Ashley Lopez Avila

Fady S. Saba

DDS EQUIV University of Montemorelos 2019

BDS Modern Science and Arts University 2014 Omicron Kappa Upsilon

Artyom Melkonyan

Neha Sharma

DDS EQUIV Yerevan State Medical University

BDS Kurukshetra University 2006

2010

MHA Institute of Chartered Financial Analysts of India University, Sikkim 2011

Ankaa Nath

Majd Theodory

BDS Chaudhary Charan Singh University 2010

DD University of Kalamoon 2013

MDS Chaudhary Charan Singh University 2015 California Dental Association Senior Award International College of Dentists Student Humanitarian

MASTER OF SCIENCE In conjunction with the Faculty of Graduate Studies

Implant Dentistry Samuel Sauza, Jr. BA La Sierra University 2013 DDS Loma Linda University SD 2017

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Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics Anna C. Chavez

Gemma Modell Hill

BS University of California, Irvine 2014

BS California Polytechnic State University, San

DDS Loma Linda University SD 2019

Luis Obispo 2010 MA Boston University 2013 DDS University of Michigan, Ann Arbor 2017

Laila Hadid

Robert Wayne Olsen

BDS University of Damascus 2010

BS University of Lethbridge 2016

DDS Loma Linda University SD 2017

DMD Midwestern University 2020

Madison K. Healy

Benjamin A. Rush

BA University of Washington, Seattle 2016

BGS Arizona State University, Main Campus

DDS University of Washington, Seattle 2020

2011 DMD Midwestern University 2015

Pediatric Dentistry Ellin Choi

Julia Kai-Chin Peng

BS University of California, San Diego 2013

BS University of the Pacific 2016

DDS Loma Linda University SD 2020

DDS University of California, Los Angeles 2020

Cherice Singee Lim BA George Washington University 2009 DDS New York University 2017

Periodontics Thaer Basim Alqadoumi

Holvin Louie

DDS EQUIV University of Jordan 2012

BS University of California, Los Angeles 2014

DDS Loma Linda University SD 2016

DDS University of California, Los Angeles 2018

Omran Bishbish

Nicholas M. Poovey

BDS University of Damascus 2008

BS California State University, Long Beach

DDS Loma Linda University SD 2016

2010 DDS Loma Linda University SD 2019

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Prosthodontics Raneem Ibrahim S. Alduraiby

Abdullah Hamad Alnasser

BDS Riyadh College of Dentistry and

BDS Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University

Pharmacy 2017

2015

Mohammed Ali Y. Alfaifi

Esra Yousef Alsarraf

BDS King Khalid University 2015

BDMS Kuwait University 2016

Kawther Ali

Majed Saad Altoman

DDS Kuwait University 2016

BDS King Khalid University 2014

Saad Hamad I. Almujel, SEP

Noozhan Karimi

BDS King Saud University 2014

DMD Islamic Azad University 2008 MSD Shiraz University of Medical Sciences 2013

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN DENTISTRY Endodontics David Lim

Alexander Jake Alfonso Moreno

BS University of California, San Diego 2010

BS La Sierra University 2009

DMD Western University of Health Sciences

DDS Loma Linda University SD 2014

2015

MBA La Sierra University 2016

Pediatric Dentistry Lee C. Miyauchi DDS Loma Linda University SD 2020 University of California, Irvine

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POSTDOCTORAL CERTIFICATE Endodontics David Lim

Spencer Blake Nielsen

BS University of California, San Diego 2010

BS Southern Utah University 2015

DMD Western University of Health Sciences

DDS Loma Linda University SD 2019

2015

Alexander Jake Alfonso Moreno BS La Sierra University 2009 DDS Loma Linda University SD 2014 MBA La Sierra University 2016

Implant Dentistry Hesham Sawisi Abugufa BDS Modern Science and Arts University 2010

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Sung Yong Han

Isaac Emerson Lowe

BS Brown University 2011

BS Pacific Union College 2009

DDS University of Detroit Mercy 2016

MPH Loma Linda University PH 2012

MD Loma Linda University SM 2018

DDS Loma Linda University SD 2017

Courtney Alexandra Kilkuts

Meagan J. Miller

BA Princeton University 2010

BS La Sierra University 2011

DMD University of Pennsylvania 2014

DDS Loma Linda University SD 2015

Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics

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Anna C. Chavez

Laila Hadid

BS University of California, Irvine 2014

BDS University of Damascus 2010

DDS Loma Linda University SD 2019

DDS Loma Linda University SD 2017

Madison K. Healy

Robert Wayne Olsen

BA University of Washington, Seattle 2016

BS University of Lethbridge 2016

DDS University of Washington, Seattle 2020

DMD Midwestern University 2020

Gemma Modell Hill

Benjamin A. Rush

BS California Polytechnic State University, San

BGS Arizona State University, Main Campus

Luis Obispo 2010 MA Boston University 2013

2011 DMD Midwestern University 2015

DDS University of Michigan, Ann Arbor 2017

Pediatric Dentistry Ellin Choi

Lee C. Miyauchi

BS University of California, San Diego 2013

DDS Loma Linda University SD 2020

DDS Loma Linda University SD 2020

University of California, Irvine

Cherice Singee Lim

Julia Kai-Chin Peng

BA George Washington University 2009

BS University of the Pacific 2016

DDS New York University 2017

DDS University of California, Los Angeles 2020

Periodontics Thaer Basim Alqadoumi

Holvin Louie

DDS EQUIV University of Jordan 2012

BS University of California, Los Angeles 2014

DDS Loma Linda University SD 2016

DDS University of California, Los Angeles 2018

Omran Bishbish

Nicholas M. Poovey

BDS University of Damascus 2008

BS California State University, Long Beach

DDS Loma Linda University SD 2016

2010 DDS Loma Linda University SD 2019

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Prosthodontics Mohammed Ali Y. Alfaifi

Esra Yousef Alsarraf

BDS King Khalid University 2015

BDMS Kuwait University 2016

Abdullah Hamad Alnasser

Majed Saad Altoman

BDS Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University

BDS King Khalid University 2014

2015

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The Dental Pledge Before God and all present, these things I do declare:

I will live my life in the service of humanity.

I will promote and practice the charity I owe humankind and endeavor to reflect God’s mercy and compassion in the practice of dentistry.

I will uphold and promote the honor and dignity of my profession. I will strive to conduct myself so that I may merit the respect and confidence of my colleagues.

I will accept my civic responsibilities.

I will hold in gratitude the teachings of my school and the inspiration of my teachers and classmates.

I will impart to those who follow me the knowledge, skills, and experience I have gained.

I will live my life in a way that brings honor to my family, my profession, my community, my school, and my God.

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Jeremiah W. Holt — President’s Award

B.S. Southern Adventist University 2018 D.D.S. Loma Linda University SD 2022 President’s Award 2022 Academy of Osseointegration Award 2022 Omicron Kappa Upsilon 2022 Southern California Academy of Oral Pathology Award 2022

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Jeremiah Holt grew up in a Seventh-day Adventist home, learning the importance of following God and trusting Him to guide his steps. His desire to make a difference in the lives of others and serve the underserved led Jeremy to pursue a career in dentistry.

During his undergraduate time at Southern Adventist University, he spent a year in Peru as a student missionary, further igniting his passion for serving others through dentistry, and making him recipient of the Southern Adventist University’s Student Missionary Scholarship; he also received the Departmental GPA Scholarship, was featured in the college’s magazine twice, and was on the Dean’s List.

As a student in the School of Dentistry, Jeremiah served as class president his first and second year. He is highly respected in both academics and with his patients in the clinic. Jeremiah has remained on the Dean’s List every quarter he was eligible, being among the top of his class throughout his four years.

In recognition of his outstanding academics, his leadership, and his dedication to whole person care in dentistry, Loma Linda University School of Dentistry whole heartedly names him the recipient of the 2022 PRESIDENT’S AWARD. This award was presented to him at the School of Dentistry’s hooding ceremony on May 27, 2022.

Debra (Debbie) Tuttle — School Distinguished Service Award

Senior Administrative Assistant, Office of Financial Administration, School of Dentistry, Loma Linda University

Debbie (Schau) Tuttle is one of eight children born in Ida Grove, Iowa, to Antone and Donna Schau. Both hard working parents instilled in their children pride of accomplishment in whatever employment they chose. Mrs. Tuttle’s early work experience was as a bank teller, before relocating to Omaha, Nebraska, where she worked as an office manager and where she met and married Jim. The couple relocated to Southern California when Jim retired from the Air Force; it was an opportunity to live near one of her five sisters, Donna Schau, DDS’93, who was finishing her dental training at Loma Linda School of Dentistry (LLUSD) at the time.

In February 1992, Mrs. Tuttle was hired as a secretary in the Urgent Care/Screening clinic. That same year in December, she was promoted to administrative secretary, and less than three years later, she was recruited by Ronald Secor, director of Patient Relations, to senior administrative secretary for Clinic Administration. In 2000, she advanced with Mr. Secor to Prince Hall’s fifth floor continuing as his administrative assistant in the Office of Financial Administration. She remains in that position, her 30th year at LLUSD, currently as a senior administrative assistant.

Along life’s way, Mrs. Tuttle has taken every opportunity to travel extensively in Europe, Canada, Mexico, Hawaii and stateside.

By far her favorite destination is Spain, where she will be returning in September with her husband and daughter. She enjoys getting acquainted with a travel destination and leaving the beaten path to immerse herself in the local culture.

With their appreciation for the sometimes difficult and even lonely role of the enlisted person, for the past five years Mrs. Tuttle and her husband have supported the country’s military by volunteering regularly for the United Service Organization (USO).

Mrs. Tuttle feels truly honored and humbled to be in the company of people who have inspired her and helped her realize her potential.

In recognition of the contributions that she has made, and her long-standing and exemplary service to the School of Dentistry, it is an honor to recognize Mrs. Debbie Tuttle with the SCHOOL DISTINGUISED SERVICE AWARD. This award will be presented to her at the Conferring of Degrees for the school.

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Steven R. Powell — School of Dentistry Faculty of the Year

Assistant Professor, Division of General Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Loma Linda University B.S. Hillsdale College 1978 D.D.S. Loma Linda University SD 1987 Healing Hands Award 2020 1st Place Deans Challenge: Portable Devices Application for Students, Patients and Faculty 2019 Council of Sections Thomas R. Nowlin Award, ADEA 2018

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Well before privately practicing dentistry, Dr. Steven Powell showed an inclination to mentor students in the healthcare related sciences and was passionate about teaching. Prior to enrolling in dentistry at Loma Linda University School of Dentistry (LLUSD), he taught clinical chemistry at Kettering College of Medical Arts. After a few years in private dental practice, he began inviting Michigan State University undergraduate students who were considering dentistry as a profession to shadow him in his practice. One of these students later became a partner.

In 2015, Dr. Powell left 28 years of private practice to join the LLUSD faculty. He jumped into academic dentistry in all respects, teaching in a variety of courses, providing clinical supervision, and overseeing patient case management. He also has participated on numerous occasions in optional training in cosmetic and operative dentistry. Heavily invested in the life of the School, Dr. Powell is engaged in a variety of committees, associations, councils, and programs in which he serves as supervisor, advisor, or judge. He is an especially passionate advocate for LLUSD, its students, and for oral health.

Evidence of appreciation for Dr. Powell’s service to the school as a mentor come from the mentees: “Dr. Powell goes above and beyond the call of duty.”

“Dr. Powell exhibits the humility and care for our patients that every student who attends Loma Linda would hope to foster.”

“Dr. Powell wholeheartedly deserves this award…because he truly lives the core values of LLU and has become a significant role model in our daily lives.”

On this high occasion, it is a special honor to present Dr. Steven Powell with the SCHOOL FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD. This award will be presented to him at the Conferring of Degrees for the school.

Kitichai Rungcharassaeng — School Distinguished Research Award

Professor, Department of Orthodontics, School of Dentistry, Loma Linda University M.S. Advanced Education in Orthodontics, Loma Linda University SD 2006 M.S. Advanced Education in Implant Dentistry, Loma Linda University SD 1998

Kitichai Rungcharassaeng is an academic dentist’s academic dentist. Born and educated in the southeast Asian country of Thailand, he came to the United States having already earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from Chulalongkorn University, to pursue a certificate in prosthodontics from Boston University School of Dental Medicine. He joined Loma Linda University School of Dentistry in 1998 as assistant professor in the Department of Restorative Dentistry.

During his 24 years at Loma Linda University, Dr. Kit, as he is known to colleagues and friends, has been an author on 72 refereed journal articles, 12 of them as lead investigator, and 11 research abstracts. Dr. Kit has given 565 hours of continuing education credits; in addition, he has provided colleagues with 30 scientific and continuing education presentations.

Dr. Joseph Caruso, a long-time faculty and administrator in the Department of Advanced Dental Education Program in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, says, “Dr. Kit is recognized by students as fully engaged and always available for research guidance,” adding, “I appreciate our years as colleagues and can’t imagine our department without Dr. Kit.” For his invaluable contributions as an educator, researcher, and mentor, and his extensive and noteworthy research body of work, it is an honor to present Dr. Kitichai Rungcharassaeng with the SCHOOL DISTINGUISHED RESEARCH AWARD. This award will be presented to him at the Conferral of Degrees for the school.

C.A.G.S. Program in Prosthodontics, Boston University School of Dental Medicine 1994 D.D.S. Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand 1991 Diplomate American Board of Orthodontics O.M.F.S Daniel M. Laskin Award (Most Outstanding Article) 2013 Society of Scholars 2012 Judson C. Hickey Scientific Writing Award 2003

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Wu Zhang — School Faculty Distinguished Service Award

Professor, Dental Educational Services, School of Dentistry, Loma Linda University Director, Sterilization Assurance Service / Research Services, Center for Dental Research, School of Dentistry, Loma Linda University Graduate Faculty, Faculty of Graduate Studies, Loma Linda University M.D. Jilin University, Norman Bethune College of Medicine, Changchun, China 1977 Advanced Molecular Biology Program, Shanghai Chemical Engineering College, Shanghai, China 1978 Advanced Biochemistry Program, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shanghai, China 1980 B.S. Indiana University 1989 Research Excellence Award, Loma Linda University SD 2012 Honor Member, Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU), The National Dental Honor Society 2010 Society of Scholars Award, Loma Linda University SD 2003, 2009 Research Award, Indiana University SD Alumni Association 1995

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Dr. Zhang came to the United States after having earned a Doctor of Medicine degree and certificates in molecular biology and advanced biochemistry, to join her husband, Yiming Li, DDS, MSD, PhD, at Indiana University, as a visiting researcher in its School of Medicine’s Department of Biochemistry.

In 1997, Dr. Zhang accepted an appointment from then Dean Charles Goodacre to the Center for Dental Research at Loma Linda University School of Dentistry (LLUSD).

In 1998 she established the Sterilization Assurance Service to provide biological monitoring of sterilizers for the school, as well as more than 600 dental offices, community colleges, and other institutions nationwide. Two years later, she established the Dental Units Waterline Testing Service, which now conducts evaluation of dental unit water for more than 500 dental offices and several universities. She directed these services and related research through 2021.

Collaborating with Loma Linda University School of Medicine from her LLU Graduate Faculty appointment, Dr. Zhang received the University’s 2010 Grants for Research and School Partnerships (GRASP) for her award.

Dr. Zhang’s collaboration with the American Dental Association’s research lab for a decade resulted in the first edition of ISO standard 16954 Dentistry—test methods for dental unit waterline biofilm treatment—published in July 2015.

Since joining LLUSD, Dr. Zhang has generated approximately $7.7 million in funding as principal investigator on research projects. Dr. Zhang has served on several committees for national and international standards and has authored 200 publications—76 articles and 124 abstracts.

In recognition of her scholarly contributions not only to the School of Dentistry, but also to the broader academic and health care community, we are pleased to honor Dr. Wu Zhang with the SCHOOL FACULTY DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD. This award will be presented to her at the Conferring of Degrees for the school.

Chris Oberg — Speaker Chris Oberg served as Lead Pastor of La Sierra University Church for 13 years and recently stepped aside to pursue interests in the housing and homeless crisis in our cities. Chris values campus life with young adults and is interested in cultivating honest community that welcomes life’s large questions while listening for the voice of the Divine. Chris is an alumnus of La Sierra University H.M.S. Richards Divinity School.

Chris enjoys spending time with her young adult daughters, Amanda and Alisa, and spouse, Kerby, a professor with Loma Linda University School of Medicine. Travel, foodie-foods, books, and the beach are among her favorite things. However, for this weekends’ celebrations, the more vital information is that Chris is the daughter of a dentist who graduated from Loma Linda University School of Dentistry (LLUSD), and the sister of Dr. Bonnie Nelson, Chair of the Department of Pediatric Dentistry at LLUSD. Pastor Oberg will deliver her address at the Conferring of Degrees for the School of Dentistry.

Lead Pastor, La Sierra University (2009-2022) B.A. La Sierra University 2000 M.A. La Sierra University 2005

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School of Public Health June ten, one o’clock, Drayson Center

PRELUDE University Church Brass Ensemble Virgil Nielsen, Director Musical Selections

ACADEMIC PROCESSION

The audience is requested to clear the aisles and remain seated Ronald L. Carter, University Grand Marshal, leading W. Lawrence Beeson, Juan Carlos Belliard, Christian W. Johnston, Arthur B. Marshak Associate Marshals, assisting The President’s Party, Members of the University of Trustees, LLUH Administration

Faculty Triumphal March from “Aida”… Giuseppe Verdi (arr. Bill Holcombe) Candidates for Degrees

Pomp and Circumstance… Sir Edward Elgar (arr. Jack Gale)

INVOCATION

Hildemar F. Dos Santos Associate Professor

WELCOME Richard H. Hart President of the University

PRESENTATION OF AWARDS

Helen Hopp Marshak, Dean of the School The President

Ronald L. Carter, Provost of the University

INTRODUCTION OF SPEAKER

The Dean

ADDRESS Claudia M. Allen Outreach Coordinator, Howard County Government Office of Human Rights and Equity THE POWER TO PIVOT

CONFERRING OF DEGREES

The President

AWARDING OF DIPLOMAS

The Dean Donna Gurule, Associate Dean for Academic Administration Wendy Saravia-Genovez, Assistant Dean for Academic and Student Support

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GRADUATION PLEDGE

Camille Alaras-Whitfield Director, Practicum & Internship Office Alan Cupino PhD Degree Candidate in Epidemiology

BENEDICTION

Michael J. Orlich Assistant Professor

ACADEMIC RECESSION

Alla Hornpipe from “Water Music”… George Frederick Handel (arr. Charles Evans)

The audience is requested to clear the aisles and remain seated during the recession.

Commencement ceremonies will be available for viewing and downloading from the Commencement website: llu.edu/commencement To minimize distracting others during the ceremony, guests are requested to observe the following picture-taking courtesies: Please do not – • use a flash or additional lighting; • walk in the main aisles or in front of the platform; • stand except very briefly in the audience line of vision

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Candidates for Degrees The listing of a candidate’s name in the commencement program is presumptive evidence of graduation but is not to be regarded as conclusive.

The three-letter designation following a student’s name (MAR, SEP, DEC) indicates the month in which the student completed his or her program, if other than May/June.

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Loredana Eliza Trica, DEC BACH/EQV Universitatea "Lucian Blaga" 2001 BS Loma Linda University SD 2009

MASTER OF HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION Cream Abraham Cabahug

Esther Warigia Nguru

BS Argosy University, San Diego 2011

BSN Kennesaw State University 2010 Scholarship Endowment for Black Students The Gladys Hewes Global Partnership Fund

Clarivil Aquino Cruz Gonzales

Laura Janette Noriega

BS Loma Linda University SN 2019

BA California State University, San Bernardino 2020 S. Eric Anderson Scholarship

Manpreet Kaur Kang

Shangool Rathor

BDS Baba Farid University of Health

BS California State University, San

Sciences 2017 S. Eric Anderson Scholarship

Bernardino 2020 S. Eric Anderson Scholarship

Sylvia Ram Memorial Scholarship Fund

Eva-Vera M. Kouassi Clollet

Mariam Sohail

BA University of California, Riverside 2020

BA University of California, Davis 2014

Randall Lewis Fellowship Award

Deans Award

Scholarship Endowment for Black Students

Teri S. Tamayose Health Administration

S. Eric Anderson Scholarship

Scholarship Fund

Stephanie Lao

Marsha Marcelina Sumantri

BA California State University, San

BA California State University, San

Bernardino 2018

Bernardino 2020 Lynna S. Belin Health Administration Scholarship

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Lindsay Danielle Valenzuela BS Loma Linda University AH 2020 Hulda Crooks Scholarship Award Randall Lewis Fellowship Award

MASTER OF PUBLIC HEALTH Merna Abraham, DEC

Faith Elizabeth Barsotti

health education and wellness coaching

nutrition

BS University of California, Irvine 2020

BS California Baptist University 2020

Lesly Michelle Amador

Dana Michele Hoxie Brockmann

nutrition

population medicine

BA University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

BA Southern Adventist University 2015

2010

MD Loma Linda University SM 2019

Community Outreach Project Scholarship Selma Andrews Scholarship Delta Omega Honor Society

Sabrina Sho-li Chen, MAR

President's Circle Scholarship Fund for Hispanic

health education and wellness coaching

Students

BS California State Polytechnic University, Pomona 2020

Daniel David Angerbauer population medicine BS University of Utah 2012

Leah Leonora Agriam Cornejo

Delta Omega Honor Society

nutrition BS Western Governors University 2020 Wil Alexander Whole Person Care Award

Ricardo Alberto Antillon, MAR

Selma Andrews Scholarship

epidemiology

Atlantic Natural Food Scholarship in honor of

BS University of California, Los Angeles 2017

Alejo Pizarro Bob & Ruth Hervig School of Public Health Scholarship Endowment Fund

Brian Ballard

Melissa Lynn Davidson

population medicine

health education and wellness coaching

BA Brigham Young University 2015

BS Loma Linda University AH 2012

DO Kansas City University of Medicine and

Deans Award

Biosciences 2019

Hulda Crooks Scholarship Award Delta Omega Honor Society

Perla M. Barajas nutrition

Jashmer Singh Dhillon

BA California State University, San Bernardino

epidemiology

2016

BS University of California, San Diego 2018 Delta Omega Honor Society

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Meena Marie Dopp

Leeza F. Matti

population medicine

epidemiology

BA Pacific Union College 2014

BS San Diego State University 2019

MD Loma Linda University SM 2019

Marcella Lorraine Duncan

Jonah Christopher Medina, MAR

nutrition

health education and wellness coaching

BS Southern Adventist University 2015

BA Hosei University 2020

Callicot Student Support Fund

Bob & Ruth Hervig School of Public Health

Scholarship Endowment for Black Students

Scholarship Endowment Fund

Bob & Ruth Hervig School of Public Health Scholarship Endowment Fund

Celeste Iliana Meza nutrition

James A. Ekholdt

BS California State University, Fullerton 2017

health education and wellness coaching BS California State University, San Bernardino 2019

Andrew Jeffery Mock population medicine

Giomarell Feliciano Mendez

BS Valdosta State University 2013

health education and wellness coaching

MD Augusta State University 2018

BS Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico, Ponce 2008 President's Circle Scholarship Fund for Hispanic Students

Breyana Ward Moussa global health BA University of California, Irvine 2018

Jessica Ortega Gonzalez, DEC health education and wellness coaching BS University of California, Riverside 2017

Nancy T. Nguyen global health BA Chapman University 2020

Stephanie Shing-Yee Looi

Drs. William G. and Margaret S. Hafner Endowment

population medicine BA La Sierra University 2014 MD Loma Linda University SM 2018

Enoch B. Ofori, DEC global health BA University of Maryland, College Park 2019

Mushfika Maknun epidemiology MBBS University of Dhaka 2012 Delta Omega Honor Society

Taylor Mae Pope

International Student Assistance

global health BS University of California, Riverside 2018 President’s Award Delta Omega Honor Society

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Riana Reyes

Sarah Ann Teague

nutrition

epidemiology

BS California Baptist University 2020

BS University of the Incarnate Word 2020

Jessica Laura Reynolds

Dalton Toay

nutrition

population medicine

BS California State University, Northridge 2014

BS Union College 2014

Deans Award

MD Loma Linda University SM 2019

Community Outreach Project Scholarship

Delta Omega Honor Society

Delta Omega Honor Society

Kaitlyn Suzanne Ventura Cameron Roman Rull

global health

epidemiology

BS Southern Adventist University 2019

BS University of California, Riverside 2012

Callicot Student Support Fund

Gabrielle N. Scott

health education and wellness coaching

nutrition

BS Clemson University 2018

BS California State Polytechnic University,

Delta Omega Honor Society

Grayson Margaret Vevon, DEC

Pomona 2018 Hammond - Hardinge Student Assistance fund Drs. William G. and Margaret S. Hafner Endowment

Melissa Weitzman global health

Kennedy Nina Silva, DEC

BS California State University, Northridge 2015

health education and wellness coaching BS California State University, Channel Islands 2018

Yann Wester, DEC population medicine

Kevin Kyle Suarez

BS Bucknell University 2012

epidemiology

MD Geisinger Commonwealth School of

BS University of California, San Diego 2019

Medicine 2018

Deborah Melisa Sumantri epidemiology BS California State University, San Bernardino 2020

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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY In conjunction with the Faculty of Graduate Studies Alan Christopher Cupino BS Union College 2010 MPH Loma Linda University PH 2014

Dissertation: Effects of Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids on the Risk of Stroke Mortality in the Adventist Health Study-2

DOCTOR OF PUBLIC HEALTH Muath Ahmed Alghamdi health education BMS Al-Baha University 2012 MPH Loma Linda University PH 2018 Selma Andrews Scholarship

Khaled Abdullah Aloraini health policy and leadership MHS Marywood University 2018

Anastasia Nicoletta Compoginis nutrition BS Loma Linda University AH 2014 MS Loma Linda University AH 2015

Dissertation: The Effects of the Human Chorionic Gonadotropin 500-Calorie Diet on Weight Loss and Subjective Feelings of Satiety and the Association of Weight Loss to Appetite Traits in Adult Females

Nana Apenem Dagadu health education BA Georgetown University 2007 MPH Tulane University 2009

Dissertation: Reclaiming Fatherhood: Linking Health Literacy and Resilience in Ghanaian Men

Ivie Cleopatra Egiebor health policy and leadership BS University of California, Riverside 2014 MPH Loma Linda University PH 2017

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Navkiranjit Kaur Gill health policy and leadership BA University of California, Los Angeles 2011 MPH California State University, San Bernardino 2014 Delta Omega Honor Society Drs. William G. and Margaret S. Hafner Endowment David S. Penner Health Policy & Leadership Scholarship

John Edward Haubenstricker health education BS University of Maryland, College Park 1999 MS San Diego State University 2008

Dissertation: Dietary Intake and Behavior in Competitive Women Bodybuilders Delta Omega Honor Society

Brigette Gillian Hinds health education BA Atlantic Union College 2001 MA Andrews University 2004 EDS Andrews University 2011 Hulda Crooks Research Grant Selma Andrews Scholarship Callicot Student Support Fund

Brandon Lee Ignatowski, SEP health education BS California State University, San Bernardino 2016 MPH California State University, San Bernardino 2017 Delta Omega Honor Society

Andrew Charles Kester, SEP health education BS Susquehanna University 2009 MS Colorado State University 2011

Dissertation: Associations of Personality Traits with Biomarkers of Glycemic Control and Incident Diabetes

Chantel Michelle Lowery health education BA University of California, San Diego 2009 MPH University of Southern California 2012

Gina Chioma Obiakor, MAR health policy and leadership BS University of Wisconsin, Madison 2016 MPH Tennessee State University 2018

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Wenes Pereira Reis preventive care MD EQUIV Santa Casa de Misericórdia School of Advanced Scientific Studies of Vitó MHS Instituto de Assistência Médica ao Servidor Público Estadual 2009 Glen Blix Award for Excellence in Preventive Care

Kathy Elisabeth Rovito, SEP health education BS University of Central Florida 2009 MPH Boston University 2011

Dissertation: Exploring the Social, Spiritual, and Mental Well-Being of Young Adult U.S. Males through a Social-Ecological and Intersectional Lens

DeLorean R. Ruffin, DEC health education BS Barry University 2013 MPH Georgia School of Professional Psychology 2016

Justin Michael Swanson, DEC health education BS California State University, San Bernardino 2010 MPH California Baptist University 2016

Kasi Lou Van Heel health education BA Spelman College 2013 MPH Morehouse School of Medicine 2017

Stacey Diane Wiles health education BA University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 1994 MPH Tulane University 1998 MD Michigan State University 2004

Dissertation: Maternal Smoking Cessation, Maternal Characteristics, and Smoking Status of Household Members during Pregnancy and Follow-up

Ashley Elizabeth Williams, SEP health education BS Baylor University 2007 MSED Baylor University 2009

Dissertation: Use of the Health Belief Model to Study High School Students' Perceptions of Their School Attendance

Charity Zvandaziva, SEP health education MPH University of Zimbabwe 2003 Deans Award 100

Graduation Pledge We believe that wholeness of human beings encompasses and integrates the physical, spiritual, social, and mental dimensions.

We pledge to seek this wholeness in ourselves and those we serve.

We believe in the worth and potential of all individuals.

We pledge ourselves to respect the beliefs, ideas, opinions, and cultures of others.

We value our earth and all the resources it provides to us.

We pledge ourselves to care wisely for those resources and to work toward their fair and equitable distribution.

We acknowledge the responsibility of providing education in public health, continuing the legacy of Loma Linda University.

We pledge ourselves to use with integrity and compassion the knowledge and skills we have gained.

We understand that learning is a lifelong process.

We pledge to continue our quest for knowledge and understanding of our world and of ourselves We acknowledge that true wisdom comes not from people or books alone but from a relationship with the Maker of us all.

We pledge ourselves to seek this wisdom and accept God’s strength in doing so.

Students’ response italicized

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Taylor Pope — President’s Award

B.S. University of California Riverside 2018 M.P.H. Loma Linda University SPH 2022 President’s Award 2022 LLU Community Benefit Scholarship 2021 Delta Omega Honor Society

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Prior to attending Loma Linda University (LLU), Ms. Pope, attended University of California Riverside, and then served in the Peace Corps as a Community Health and HIV/AIDS field advocate in Namibia.

As a graduate student assistant at the Loma Linda University Health (LLUH) Institute for Community Partnerships (ICP), Ms. Pope’s work has centered around health and access equity. She has helped coordinate community-based COVID-19 vaccine clinics, food distribution to food insecure families in San Bernardino, provided support for the coordination of Community-Academic Partners in Service (CAPS) Discovery Pipeline Program, and partnered with the Community Health and Education Workers to pilot a Parent Health Institute for school district families.

Along with her work at ICP, Taylor has collaborated with El Sol Neighborhood Educational Center to develop the Youth Ambassadors program which recruits local adolescents to be trained as community health workers, and has led an evaluation of the Produce Rx program which provides resources and support for community members to make sustainable lifestyle changes.

In response to the pandemic, she also volunteered with the Community Care Corps which connected vulnerable community members to resources and evidence-based information. Upon graduation, she plans to continue working with communities locally and globally to build capacity to address health inequities.

Taylor’s practical application of her faith to all that she does through her compassionate and respectful approach to her work is amazing and exemplary. The Global Health faculty consider Ms. Pope to be an exceptional student and have no doubt that she will attain great achievement in her chosen profession.

In recognition of her exceptional academic performance, leadership and humility in community engagement, embodying the values of this institution, the School of Public Health names Taylor Pope the recipient of the 2022 PRESIDENT’S AWARD. This award will be presented to her at the Conferring of Degrees for the school.

Thomas Pham — School Alumnus of the Year

Vice President of Strategy, Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP) B.S. (Biochemistry) University of California,

Thomas Pham leads the development and the execution of the multi-year strategic plan for Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP).

With more than 20 years of healthcare experience, he oversees the business diversification portfolio and the development of new healthcare coverage products and emerging businesses. In addition, he is responsible for strategies to enhance IEHP’s existing products’ performance and membership growth.

In his most recent role as Senior Director of Marketing and Products, he managed the Communications and Marketing, Product Management, Medi-Cal Enrollment and Medicare DualChoice Enrollment teams.

Mr. Pham received a Master’s in Public Health with an emphasis in Healthcare Administration from Loma Linda University; and two bachelor of science degrees from University of California, Los Angeles. He has demonstrated outstanding performance in the field of Healthcare Administration.

For his contributions to the health and well-being of our communities, and for modeling core values of Loma Linda University, the School of Public Health names Mr. Thomas Pham SCHOOL ALUMNUS OF THE YEAR. This recognition will be given to him at the Conferring of Degrees for the school.

Los Angeles 1998 B.S. (Psychobiology) University of California, Los Angeles 1998 M.P.H. Loma Linda University SPH 2000

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Rhonda Spencer-Hwang — School Distinguished Faculty Service Award

Associate Professor, School of Public Health, Loma Linda University B.A. Concordia University Portland, 1997 M.P.H. Loma Linda University SPH 2000 Dr. P.H. Loma Linda University SPH 2009 Post-Doctoral Fellow, University of Southern California 2010 Certificate (CWP), National Wellness Institute 2018 Mom’s Choice Award 2021 1st Place IEWBC / Citibank / Cal State San Bernardino Business Development: “It’s Your Time: An Entrepreneurial Training Series for Women” 2017 Hulda Crooks Dissertation Award 2007

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Rhonda Spencer-Hwang has provided excellent leadership and community service as a faculty member and epidemiologist in the School of Public Health (SPH), especially over these past few years in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. Her passion in researching and helping communities face tremendous health disparities has guided the research she conducts and the services she provides.

Dr. Spencer-Hwang has conducted research to assess the impact on children of residential proximity to a major freight railyard. To encourage participation in the study, she created a theatrical play, trained colleagues and students how to perform it, and along with a team built the stage props. Following up on her work, she developed educational theatre to engage community and promote health education, earning her a five-year grant ($2,000,000) with First 5 Riverside. She has also conducted research on Adventist centenarians to determine how they dealt with stressors in life; little did she know that when she was interviewing them in 2015, she was gaining advice on how to deal with an upcoming and overwhelming pandemic.

This past year, Dr. Spencer-Hwang had her debut book, Raising Resilient Children, published by Tyndale Publishing House.

She hopes to use the knowledge she learned from her time with centenarians to encourage families today and to be a guiding light.

Within SPH, Dr. Spencer-Hwang and her team produced a live and online show, sharing hope and encouragement from centenarians to viewers around the world.

Partnering with the School of Nursing, Dr. Spencer-Hwang successfully helped to obtain CDC funding for community engagement and vaccine awareness using art and educational theatre platforms. While teaching courses in epidemiology, supporting doctoral dissertations, and conducting research, Dr. Spencer-Hwang received calls to action from community agencies. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, she actively engaged with communities to best prepare for everything they were going through – from churches, to schools, fitness centers and even the San Bernardino County Health Department, Dr. Spencer-Hwang continues to provide epidemiological support and expertise.

For her exemplary service and commitment to quality public health education, and her contributions to the academic endeavors of the School within the realm of her professional field, the School of Public Health names Dr. Rhonda Spencer-Hwang recipient of the SCHOOL DISTINGUISHED FACULTY SERVICE AWARD. This award will be presented to her at the Conferring of Degrees for the school.

Claudia M. Allen — Speaker

Outreach Coordinator, Howard County Office of Human Rights and Equity Online Content Manager, Message Magazine Co-Host, What’s the Message? Podcast B.A. Andrews University 2013 M.A. Georgetown University 2015

Claudia Allen is a writer and international speaker with an avid interest about the intersection of faith, culture, and justice. Her passion for publishing, justice, and local church ministry led her to change course of studies to better align with her goals.

Passionate about the work of justice, Ms. Allen believes she made her first mark during her senior year at Andrews University.

In fulfillment of the "Change Project" requirements for the Undergraduate Leadership Program, she created and successfully implemented an African American Studies Minor, housed in the Department of History. This project made Claudia the first student to graduate from Andrews University with a minor in Leadership, and the first undergraduate student to successfully amend curriculum at the institution.

As a writer, Ms. Allen has published articles on faith, culture, and justice in religious and non-religious magazines and journals.

She is a contributing author to Rev. Dr. Gayle Fisher-Stewart's latest book, Preaching Black Lives (Matter) and Dr. Maury Jackson and Nathan Brown’s forth-coming book A House on Fire: Why AntiRacism is an Adventist Imperative.

Whether through speaking or writing, Claudia is dedicated to activating people to “do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with God.” Her favorite scripture is Philippians 2:13, “For it is God who is working in you both to will and to do His good pleasure.”

Ms. Allen will deliver her address at the Conferring of Degrees for the School of Public Health.

Certificate (Theology & Racialized Policing), Sojourners, Howard Divinity School, Christian Community Development Association 2020 Certificate (Maryland’s Open Meetings Act), Institute for Governmental Service & Research 2021 Certificate (Promoting Racial Equity in the Workplace) Harvard University, John F. Kennedy School of Government 2022 Change Maker Award, Andrews Academy Black History Committee 2021 (Inaugural) Drum Major for Justice Award, Washington Adventist University 2021

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School of Allied Health Professions

Allied Health Studies, Cardiopulmonary Sciences, Clinical Laboratory Science, Communication Sciences and Disorders, Health Informatics, Information Management, and Administration, Nutrition and Dietetics, Physician Assistant, Radiation Technology

June twelve, eight o’clock, Drayson Center

PRELUDE University Church Brass Ensemble Virgil Nielsen, Director Musical Selections

ACADEMIC PROCESSION

The audience is requested to clear the aisles and remain seated Ronald L. Carter, University Grand Marshal, leading W. Lawrence Beeson, G. Charles Dart, Christian W. Johnston, Arthur B. Marshak, Associate Marshals, assisting The President’s Party, Members of the University of Trustees, LLUH Administration

Faculty Triumphal March from “Aida”… Giuseppe Verdi (arr. Bill Holcombe) Candidates for Degrees

Pomp and Circumstance… Sir Edward Elgar (arr. Jack Gale)

INVOCATION

Terry D. Douglas Chair and Associate Professor, Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders

WELCOME Richard H. Hart President of the University

PRESENTATION OF AWARDS

Craig R. Jackson, Dean of the School The President

Ronald L. Carter, Provost of the University

INTRODUCTION OF SPEAKER

The Dean

ADDRESS Roy Ice Director and Speaker, Faith for Today ALLIED WITH YOUR PURPOSE

CONFERRING OF DEGREES

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The President

AWARDING OF DIPLOMAS

The Dean Dana McCree, Director, Admissions and Records Health Professions Education, M.S.: Arthur B. Marshak Respiratory Care, entry-level B.S.: Abdullah Alismail Respiratory Care, post-professional, B.S.: Alan Alipoon Respiratory Care, M.S.: Abdullah Alismail Clinical Laboratory Science, B.S.: Alicia Triplett Communication Sciences and Disorder, B.S.: Terry Douglas, Chair Communication Sciences and Disorders, M.S.: Karen Mainess Speech Language Pathology Doctorate: Keith Wolgemuth Health Information Management, B.S. and Certificate: Pauline Cabanada Health Care Administration, B.S.: Karla G. Lavin Williams Health Information Administration, B.S.: Health Informatics, M.S.H.I.: Braden Tabisula Nutrition and Dietetics, B.S., M.S.: Edward Bitok, Chair Physician Assistant Sciences, M.S.: Cathy Oms, Chair Cardiac and Vascular Imaging, Certificate: Erin Marshall Cardiac and Diagnostic Medical Sonography, B.S. and Certificate: Erin Marshall Cardiac Electrophysiology Technology, A.S., Certificate: James Cruise Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Certificate: Suzette Sanchez Medical Dosimetry, Certificate: Carol A. Davis Medical Radiography, A.S.: William Edmunds Nuclear Medicine Technology, B.S.: Raynold Ho Radiation Sciences, B.S.: Timothy L Seavey Radiation Sciences, M.S.: Michael F. Iorio Radiologist Assistant, M.S.: Brigit C. Mendoza Radiation Therapy Technology, B.S.: Carol A. Davis

BENEDICTION

Communication Sciences and Disorders Students Signing The Lord’s Prayer… Malotte JeJe Noval, Assistant Professor, vocals

ACADEMIC RECESSION

Alla Hornpipe from “Water Music”… George Frederick Handel (arr. Charles Evans) The audience is requested to clear the aisles and remain seated during the recession.

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Commencement ceremonies will be available for viewing and downloading from the Commencement website: llu.edu/commencement To minimize distracting others during the ceremony, guests are requested to observe the following picture-taking courtesies: Please do not – • use a flash or additional lighting; • walk in the main aisles or in front of the platform; • stand except very briefly in the audience line of vision

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Candidates for Degrees The listing of a candidate’s name in the commencement program is presumptive evidence of graduation but is not to be regarded as conclusive.

The three-letter designation following a student’s name (MAR, SEP, DEC) indicates the month in which the student completed his or her program, if other than May/June.

CERTIFICATE Department of Health Informatics, Information Management, and Administration Health Information Management Lisa Mariko Noda Faculty Award

CERTIFICATE Department of Radiation Technology Computed Tomography (CT) Marilou S. Todd, MAR

Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography Mary Agaiby

Taylor Jane Byrne

Ashley Anne Avilez

Seth Ryan DeSantis

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Melina Hanson

Heather Brynne Stewart

Pimsiri Mungmool

CERTIFICATE Department of Radiation Technology Magnetic Resonance Imaging/MRI

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Mark Datu Alvarez, SEP

Marlen Castro

Roger Jose Baires Sanchez, DEC

Bryan Ray Enkong, DEC

Ronit Boyd, MAR

Margarita Gaitan, MAR

Mairam Buchanan, MAR

Tingyan Gong

Trevor Patrick Calvert, MAR

Emily L. Gonzalez, MAR

Kylie Anne Laframboise, MAR

Brian Raygoza

Franklin Mamani

Tanya Rodriguez Rodriguez, MAR

Peter Le Nguyen, MAR

Amory S. Wilson

Tiffany Lan Nguyen

Daniel Jinhee Yoo, SEP

Stephanie Alexandra Quintana

CERTIFICATE Department of Radiation Technology Medical Dosimetry Julia Marie Fornaca, DEC

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ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE Department of Radiation Technology Cardiac Electrophysiology Technology Julia Lynn Burt

Arturo Morelos, Jr.

Rising Star

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Deanna Marie Cummings

Najat Mujica

Sonjia Marie Dennis

Brandon Osvaldo Ortega

Carolina Garcia

Mystyq Gem Ampatu Pulmano

Jacob Griganavicius

Luisa A. Recinos

Duncan Kingery

Grant Slavens

Kenneth Kirkpatrick McNaughton

Evan J. Terrio

Erika Nicole Vanderbend

Medical Radiography Ryan Matthew Acuna

Delia Sandra Cota

Alyssa Marie Arroyo

Christian Dean Dela Cruz

Simona Bogde

Jana Olivia Stratton Ensminger

Loren Michelle Callahan

Matthew Richard Fogata

Katie Lauren Cavender

Gregory Frank Garcia

Jonah D. Corona

Emily Guevara

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Micah A. Hartjen

Tiffany Watcharamon Nookjun

Rolando S. Jacinto, Jr.

Anthony D. Olivarria

Austin Robert Gambito Jasper

Daniel Coronado Ramos

Brianna Lam

Gina Rojas Noriega

Megan Loeffler

Alan Romero

Jazmine N. Martinez

Sinai Sanchez

Wendy Mendoza

Ramiro Sebastian Simon Aredes

Jesus Reynaldo Montes

Ethan Andrew Vermeersch

Chad Ryan Weigle

Evan Taylor Yip

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE Department of Cardiopulmonary Sciences Respiratory Care—Entry Level Gina Sophie Abessolo

Veronica Bohlam Kim

Victoria Maria Bustamante

Pamela Denise Monterroso Cohen

Sophia Therese Cordura

Curtis Ashton Ransom

Danielle Marie Grant

Brooke Elise Swanson, summa cum laude

Alberto Gutierrez

Yiqing Xu, summa cum laude

Ashley Jauregui

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Respiratory Care—Postprofessional BS Dilouren Noely Alvarez

Kelvin Khang Pham, cum laude

Carlos A. Gomez Valdez

Thomas John Silmaro

Department of Clinical Laboratory Science Clinical Laboratory Science Kristopher Azaula, magna cum laude

Marvin Natividad Decano

Rian Antojeene Honrada Cagang, cum laude

Affiliate Recognition Award

Shyanna Francis

Kaedem Kae M. Caragdag

Jennifer Vanessa Gallardo, magna cum laude

Althea Dinglasa Cortes, magna cum laude

Karen Natalia Hutauruk

Phoebe Nikita Domingo Daoas, cum laude

Thu Thi Anh Huynh, summa cum laude Chair’s Award

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Tien Kim Huynh, magna cum laude

Crystal Rodriguez

Amye Camille McIntyre, cum laude

Andrew Kevin Torres

Adrian Daniel Mendez, cum laude

Pham Loan Phuong Tran, magna cum laude Faculty Award

Tiffanie Anh Pham

Jared Timothy Usita, magna cum laude

Kaitlynn Nicole Ratcliffe

Adrianna E. Valdez, cum laude

Maira Reza, cum laude

Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders Communication Sciences and Disorders Katherine M. Busi, cum laude

Ariana Marcela Calderon, summa cum laude E Evelyn Britt Award

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Jennifer Leah Cho, cum laude

Alanna Gigi Nelson, cum laude

Elijah Rao Chokka

Estefania Luz Nunez

Victoria Leesa Coronado, DEC

Kristen Reidway, cum laude

Andrea Elise Garcia, cum laude

Vianey Rodriguez, cum laude

Hanna Grace Injety

Jonathan Ed Siregar, cum laude

Monica Angelina Madrid, cum laude

Department of Health Informatics, Information Management, and Administration Health Information Management Maria D. Preciado, magna cum laude

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Sarah A. Valdez

Tracy Vo

Nguyen Vu, magna cum laude

Health-Care Administration Caitlin Elizabeth Bennett

Calvin Liang

Megan Elizabeth Gavin, cum laude

Charlene Lhere Ortiz

Jacquelin Gutierrez

Sarina Sandoval

Ricardo Hernandez

Taylor Danielle Terbest, cum laude Faculty Award

Department of Nutrition and Dietetics Nutrition and Dietetics Valerie Antoinette Dubuque

Daniele Grandmaison Kuhn, magna cum laude Rising Star

Ana Maria Fischer

Angelina Leovani

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Artemisa Maria Palafox-Castaneda

Yvette Marie Velarde

Madison Anne Rojas, cum laude

Stephanie Wiratmo, summa cum laude

Margaret Evans Taylor, cum laude

Department of Radiation Technology Diagnostic Medical Sonography General and Vascular Sonography

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Sydney Marie Bachman

Diana Sarahi Guerrero, cum laude

Leydis Liliana Berben Hernandez

Mikaela Lynn Hopkins, cum laude

Brittany Bravo, cum laude

Olivia Michelle Larson, summa cum laude

Isaiah Chung, cum laude

Kelly Ann Manley, cum laude

Le Quyen Thi Nguyen, cum laude

Annette Michelle Plascencia, magna cum laude

Nadya B. Nguyen Valdez, cum laude

Melissa Joy Ugale, magna cum laude

Gabrielle Perez, cum laude

Iligardi Vasquez, summa cum laude

Nuclear Medicine Technology Olusola Barretto, cum laude

Jin A. Lim

Alexia Jacqueline Costa, cum laude

Gabriela Lua

Adriana G. Guillen Torres

Brandon Allen Nielson, magna cum laude

Yevgeniy Mikhaylovich Khramtsov, summa cum laude

Febronya Osman

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Denise Desire Pleytez

Crystal Marie Romero, cum laude

Radiation Sciences Tory Ann Grainger, cum laude

Rita Mae Tipton, cum laude

Victoria Schwartz Krupnik

Kimberly Vidana

Radiation Therapy Technology

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Alejandra Alvarez

Efren Kristian Madrid

Maxwell Brandon

Anh N. Nguyen, summa cum laude

Hiu Ching Cheung

Melijah Rashard Purvis

Laura Elizabeth Federico, magna cum laude

Kristen Naomi Sawada, cum laude

Christine Wong

MASTER OF PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT Department of Physician Assistant Sciences Physician Assistant Chelsea Anne Bajet

Donna Centeno

BS Loma Linda University AH 2017

BS University of California, Riverside 2014

Michael Anthony Bardo

Cassandra Crumley

BA California State University, Northridge

BS San Diego State University 2018

2014

Aaron Isidro Barro

Ricardo Alberto Escobar III

BS California State University, Channel Islands

BS La Sierra University 2003

2014

MS Loma Linda University SST 2007

Alix Nicole Black

Leslie Felder

BS California State University, San Marcos 2016

BS University of Utah 2016

Kaynen Davonte' Brown

Daniel Gonzalez

BSN Nevada State College 2017

BS Loma Linda University AH 2017

Rachel Elizabeth Buthorne

Carolina Granados

BA Washburn University of Topeka 2012

BS University of California, San Diego 2018

MS Andrews University 2015

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Gilda Grob

Luke Austin Layton

BS California Baptist University 2019

BS Azusa Pacific University 2017

Carolyn June Hensler

Chelsea Jeanise Musci

BS University of Nevada, Las Vegas 2017

BS Grand Canyon University 2019

Chelsea Lynn Hess

Alexander Jeffrey Nelson

BS California State University, Channel Islands

BA Southern Adventist University 2019

2019

Blake Eugene Homan

Kayvon Pakdamanian

BS Westmont College 2018

BS California State University, Fullerton 2020

Jason Huling

Brandon Kevin Pardosi

BA University of California, Irvine 2017

BS California Baptist University 2018

Chelsea M. Kigerl

Shelby Celeste Pfeiffer

BS San Francisco State University 2011

BA California State University, Long Beach

Community Service Award

2013

Shawn Matthew Lawrence

Dalena Ngoc Pham

BA California State University, Fullerton 2007

BA California State University, Long Beach 2018

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Stephen A. Lawson

Theodore Phan

BS Granite State College 2019

BS University of California, San Diego 2014

Caleb Paul Roe

Maya Triplett

BS California State University, Channel Islands

BA Abilene Christian University 2015

2020

Diego De Jesus Salas

Brianna Michelle Vigil

BS California State University, San Bernardino

BS California State University, San Marcos 2016

2019

Carlos Alexander Santana

Ryan Roland Wagner

BA University of California, Los Angeles 2014

BA University of California, Davis 2014

Christine Taufik

Grace Yoon

BS University of California, Santa Barbara 2015

BA University of Southern California 2018

Foya Sarafraz Tavangary

Saray Zuniga Ramirez

BS University of Portland 2019

BS California State University, San Bernardino 2016

Kyle Austin Thayer BA San Diego State University 2012

MASTER OF SCIENCE Department of Allied Health Studies Health Professions Education Jaimee Stephanie Carrillo

Mona Lisa Mavru

BS University of California, San Diego 2014

University of Medicine and Pharmacy "Victor Babes", Timisoara

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Marwa Sara BA California State University, San Bernardino 2017

Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders Communication Sciences and Disorders Andrea Lauren Aguirre

Hannah Jooeun Choi

BS California Baptist University 2019

BS Andrews University 2016

Mercy Taiwo Akanji

Junnah Choi

BA California State University, Stanislaus 2017

BS Andrews University 2019

Outstanding Community Service Award

Alyssa Noelle Alvarez

Breana Jean Christian-Steege

BA University of Redlands 2020

BA Saint Martin's University 2014 Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Award

Natalie Arana

Kelsee Elizabeth DeRoos

BS Loma Linda University AH 2018

BA University of Redlands 2020

Amy Ellen Beck

Amanda N. Faver

BA University of California, Santa Barbara

BA Pennsylvania State University, Main

2012

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Campus 2016

BS Utah State University 2019

Outstanding Clinic Award

Mary Ellen Alavanza Carrigan

Joyce Figueroa

BS Loma Linda University AH 2020

BS Andrews University 2020

Mackenzie Ann Gallant

Jonathan Tyler Ludington

BS Loma Linda University AH 2020

BS Loma Linda University AH 2020

Andrea N. Gonzalez

Morgan A. Mainess

BS Loma Linda University AH 2020

BA Andrews University 2019 BS Andrews University 2019

Alyssa Breanne Gowling

Esther E. Martinez

BS California Baptist University 2020

BS Loma Linda University AH 2020

Emilie C. Khatchetourian

Edelweiss Rachel Pandjaitan

BA California State University, Northridge

BS Loma Linda University AH 2019

2018

Denise Victoria Kidd

Jennifer A. Quan

BS Loma Linda University AH 2020

BA California State University, Long Beach 2016 Rising Star

Allison Leilani Kim

Carolina Raya

BS Loma Linda University AH 2020

BS Loma Linda University AH 2020

Gabriela Lara

Rachel Richens

BA University of California, Riverside 2016

BA California State University, Fullerton 2020

Katie Lee

Brianna Elaine Rodriguez

BA University of Southern California 2018

BS Loma Linda University AH 2020

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He Kyung Song

Amanda Grace Vargas

BS Biola University 2019

BS University of Michigan, Ann Arbor 2018

Chloe Tang

Tom Vu

BA California State University, Los Angeles

BS Loma Linda University AH 2020

2020

Chairs Award

Amanda M. Trudnich

Amy Teresa Yasul

BS Loma Linda University AH 2020

BA University of California, San Diego 1995 MAE Alliant International University, San Diego 2005 BS Loma Linda University AH 2020

Department of Health Informatics, Info Management, and Administration Health Informatics James R. Baptista

Kristin Melissa Stagg

BA University of Nevada, Las Vegas 2015

BA Pacific Union College 2007 BS Loma Linda University SN 2017 Rising Star

Jessica Gabriella Gedjali

Sarya Alex Tan

BS Loma Linda University AH 2020

BS Loma Linda University AH 2020

Justin Malimban

Nicole Francesca Velasquez

BS Loma Linda University AH 2020

BS Loma Linda University AH 2020 Faculty Award

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Kimberly Eddith Ortiz

Nancy Michelle Zelaya

BS Loma Linda University AH 2018

BA University of California, Riverside 2019

Department of Nutrition and Dietetics Nutrition and Dietetics Sonya Nalbandyan Fargo

Kirsten Nicole Soderblom

Yerevan State Medical University

BS Loma Linda University AH 2021

Melissa Erin Kalman

Randy Song

BS Loma Linda University AH 2021

BS California Baptist University 2017

Andreena Beatriz Lopez

Briana E. Tran

BS Loma Linda University AH 2021

BS Loma Linda University AH 2021

Santiago Mario Melendez

Janelle E. Tse

BS California State University, Los Angeles

BS Loma Linda University AH 2021

2018

Torrey Hime Mitsunaga

Lauren A. Wheeler

BA Whittier College 2016

BS California State University, Northridge 2014 Dean's Award

Manuel Rodriguez, Jr. BS California State University, Los Angeles 2019

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN RADIATION SCIENCES Department of Radiation Technology Radiation Sciences Bridgette Clark

Judy Phuong

BS Loma Linda University AH 2020

BS Loma Linda University AH 2017

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Brieanne Wienhoff BHS University of Missouri, Columbia 2011

Radiologist Assistant Julie Ann Bey

Angela Bosovski

BS Loma Linda University AH 2020

BS Northern Arizona University 2016

MASTER OF SCIENCE RESPIRATORY CARE Department of Cardiopulmonary Sciences Respiratory Care Arshdeep Kaur Kandhola

Kevin Lee Lumowa

BS Loma Linda University AH 2019

BS Loma Linda University AH 2019

Kin Long Lui, DEC BS Loma Linda University AH 2020

DOCTOR OF SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders Speech-Language Pathology

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Remyanne Hilchey

Lori Catherine Womack

BA California State University, Fresno 2002

BS Old Dominion University 1992

MA California State University, Fresno 2004

MSED Old Dominion University 1997

Fitria Ignatowski — President’s Award

B.A. California State University, San Bernardino 2017 M.S. Loma Linda University SAHP 2022 President’s Award 2022 Psi Chi International Honor Society

Fitria Ignatowski is a compassionate individual, highly motivated and hardworking. Her goal is one day to practice in a school-based setting, and work with students to facilitate their potential and independence.

Throughout her time at Loma Linda University (LLU), Fitria has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills, great ability to collaborate respectfully with diverse populations, and a willingness to help others reach their potential. During her group Service-Learning project entitled “Covid-19 Impact on the Mental Health of Children and Youth” she demonstrated self-initiative, flexibility, quality communication and creativity; she and her team represented LLU with the highest respect and competence.

Fitria has served as a student delegate for the Occupational Therapy Association of California (OTAC), where she was a student liaison; she also partnered with the autism spectrum disorder (ASD) co-leader to implement the first Region 1 advocacy focus group.

In 2021 Fitria was selected for the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) & the American Occupational Therapy Foundation (AOTF) Summer Research Institute for Future Scientists in Occupational Therapy. The purpose of this institute is threefold: (1) identify potential scientists in entry-level education programs (2) to connect potential entry level scientists with mentors in the occupational therapy scientific community and (3) to develop a peer network.

Volunteer Experiences include Linda Valley Care Center, Feed America Inland Empire and Leap and Bounds Pediatric Therapy.

She has authored an article entitled “Breath Counting as a measure of sustained attention in mindfulness meditation and its effects on mood” which was published in Psychology of Consciousness, Theory, Research and Practice (2021).

In recognition of her academic achievements, her leadership skills, and her commitment to using her chosen profession to serve those around her, the School of Allied Health Professions names Ms. Fitria Ignatowski recipient of the 2022 PRESIDENT’S AWARD. This award will be presented to her at the Conferring of Degrees for the school at 10:30 a.m.

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Jana C. Arrellano-Villaroel — Alumna of the Year

Administrative Director, Inland Empire Health Information Organization Professor, Sacred Heart University A.S. Loma Linda University SAHP 2002 Certification in Radiation Technology, Loma Linda University SAHP 2003 B.S. Ottawa University 2013 M.B.A. Ottawa University 2014 M.H.A. National University 2019

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Jana C. Arellano-Villaroel is a healthcare professional with 20 years of experience in Radiology and Radiation Oncology. Her professional journey started at Loma Linda University (LLU), as a 26-year-old single mom with two young children; her dream of attending LLU was to improve her children's lives. That intense life passion led her and her children to move to Loma Linda to pursue her dreams.

Following completion of her MBA, Jana transitioned into management where she embraced leadership and prepared to advance her career through her service with Toastmasters International.

The bridge of her public speaking and relationships with women naturally enabled her to establish “Her Move Now” organization, a platform for women to learn from the experiences of other women, build relationships, and strengthen their own confidence.

Jana started her career in healthcare data, as a manager at a Radiation Oncology Center. She led the electronic medical records, implementation, training, and upgrades. She transitioned out of the radiology field and currently facilitates data exchange between healthcare organizations and is assisting with designing a community health information exchange that focuses on social determinants of health for the Inland Empire.

Her involvement in community organizations include Miracle on Main – a holiday event for the children in Riverside, California, and the Greater Riverside Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.

For her exemplary achievements, her commitment to personal and community growth within her chosen profession, and for promoting of the motto of this institution – “To Make Man Whole,” the School of Allied Health Professions names Ms. Jana C. Arellano-Villaroel SCHOOL ALUMNA OF THE YEAR. This award will be presented to her at the Conferring of Degrees for the school at 8:00 a.m.

Gurinder Singh Bains — School Faculty of the Year Award

Associate Professor, School of Allied Health Professions, Loma Linda University B.S. University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign 1992 M.D. Ross University Medical School 2006 Ph.D. Loma Linda University 2014 Distinguished Research Award, Loma Linda University SAHP 2022 Who’s Who in America 2018 Young Investigator Research Award, Loma Linda University SAHP 2017 Outstanding Academic Achievement Award AATH 2017

Gurinder Singh Bains undeniably epitomizes the Loma Linda University (LLU) “success story.” Approximately fourteen years ago, he began his career as a research volunteer in the School of Allied Health Professions (SAHP). Because of his strong work ethic, he advanced to research coordinator. In 2014, he joined the ranks of faculty as an Assistant Professor and three years later, was promoted to Associate Professor. Dr. Bains’s journey demonstrates how discipline and dedication can lead to unlimited achievement at LLU. Dr. Bains is proficient in making research “fun” and rewarding.

In teaching research courses, he is able to instill in students a fervor for research. He incorporates interactive learning and “real life” mock situations, and because of his knowledge and expertise, he makes the process less “scary.” Dr. Bains created a manner for students to showcase their research culmination (through oral and poster presentations) by creating the research portion of the Orthotics and Prosthetics (O&P) Capstone and co-creating the Nutrition and Dietetics Colloquium. He is a big advocate for students presenting at conferences and publishing in peer reviewed journals.

His research interests are intermittent fasting, memory/ laughter, and exercise. His scholarly contributions are highlighted in peer reviewed publications, book chapters, and conferences. He is a proponent of faculty driven research, finding time to assist colleagues with research initiatives and projects.

Dr. Bains is passionate about community service as well.

To instill the meaning of service, he has brought countless international students to the Salvation Army on Thanksgiving; he organizes an Annual Holiday Clothing Drive which contributes to a San Bernardino County program that provides housing and vocational training to homeless individuals. He gives of his time to educate community members on healthy body composition, wellness, and whole person care. Additionally, he organizes two service-learning projects from the Department of Orthotics & Prosthetics with Norco College and Indian Springs High School, respectively.

In recognition of his valued teaching contributions, his desire to conduct and promote wellness research, his devotion to community service, and his exceptional leadership, the School of Allied Health Professions honors Dr. Gurinder Singh Bains with the SCHOOL FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD. This award will be presented to him at the Conferring of Degrees for the school, at 8:00 a.m.

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Mark Zirklebach — School Distinguished Service Award

Chief Information Officer, Information Systems Administration, Loma Linda University Health Assistant Clinical Professor, Health Informatics, Information Management, and Administration School of Allied Health Professions, Loma Linda University B.A. University of Evansville 2001 M.P.S.A. University of Evansville 2003

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Mark Zirklebach became the Chief Information Officer at Loma Linda University Health system (LLUH) in December of 2008; in that capacity, he is one of the leaders for the automation services provided to LLUH, which comprises six hospitals, a large faculty practice group, and Community Connect affiliates. Mr. Zirklebach enjoys working closely with Loma Linda University IT Leadership to enable a collaborative environment for the entire campus by pursuing One Loma Linda opportunities. He also works with Loma Linda University Shared Services to leverage economies of scale for our entire enterprise.

Mr. Zirklebach began his career in healthcare at Daughters of Charity/Ascension Health, where he worked for 15 years in various IT Leadership positions, followed by three years as the CIO at a large, independent multi-specialty group. He has also worked as a management consultant for several years in healthcare and as a CIO in an extensive banking system for a brief period.

His commitment to supporting the Master of Science degree in Health Informatics (MSHI) program in the School of Allied Health Professions is exemplary. In addition to serving as an inaugural member of the program's advisory committee, he was influential in instituting internships for graduate and undergraduate students in this program. He especially enjoys teaching a leadership course, knowing the importance of leadership from all roles in the organization.

In 2010, Mr. Zirklebach established leadership development for his team by launching TLP – the Transformational Leadership Program. He understood that such a leadership development program would build and sustain strong leadership skills throughout his team, enabling customer-driven focus and performance. Fast-forward 12 years, and over 170 members of our health system have graduated from the program, with many coming from other areas beyond Information Systems, including representatives from key LLUH partners, as well as University leaders..

For his indelible contributions to implementing and enhancing academic programs in the scope of his professional field, for his exemplary leadership, and for his outstanding service to this institution, the School of Allied Health Professions honors Mr. Mark Zirklebach with the SCHOOL DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD. This award will be presented to him at the Conferring of Degrees for the school, at 8:00 a.m.

Roy Ice — Speaker

Director and Speaker, Faith for Today B.A. Southwestern Adventist University 1993 M.Div. Andrews University, 2006

Roy Ice is the anchor host of TV’s Lifestyle Magazine and the Speaker/Director of Faith For Today broadcast ministries. He has explored the rain forests of Panama, Australia, and Costa Rica, and has plunged into the freezing waters of Finland in December. He has been awarded two awards from the Gospel Music Association as a member of the Christian band, Big Face Grace; has taught an English class to a Ukrainian Olympic Gold Medalist; and grade 12 Bible class to an American Double-Gold and Silver Medalist. He was mistaken for a major Hollywood producer for an entire day at Sony Picture Studios and has climbed to the top of the Continental Divide.

Ice is the author of the books The 12 People You Love, and 12 Things to Try While You’re Still Mortal, which climbed to the #1 Bestseller spot on Amazon Kindle Religious Books in July of 2015.

In August of 2010, he was nominated for the highest award granted by the Society of Children’s Book Writers & Illustrators Guild for his novel, Treasure of Heaven.

Locally and globally known for The Bible Lab, an innovative Bible study on the character of God, he has launched and guides a large growing number of Bible Labs around the world.

Ice’s life has been thoroughly upgraded in every way by Christ’s relentless grace, and through the testimony of God’s Word he has helped people to have that same encounter with the Savior on every continent, except two - Africa and Antarctica. He still has not given up hope of taking the Good News to the Emperor Penguins of Antarctica, however.

Pastor Ice will deliver his address at the Conferring of Degrees for the School of Allied Health Professions at 8:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

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School of Allied Health Professions

Orthotics and Prosthetics, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy

June twelve, ten-thirty o’clock, Drayson Center

PRELUDE University Church Brass Ensemble Virgil Nielsen, Director Musical Selections

ACADEMIC PROCESSION

The audience is requested to clear the aisles and remain seated Ronald L. Carter, University Grand Marshal, leading G. Charles Dart, William J. Edmunds, Erin L. Gysbers, Courtney M. Marquez, Associate Marshals, assisting The President’s Party, Members of the University of Trustees, LLUH Administration

Faculty Triumphal March from “Aida”… Giuseppe Verdi (arr. Bill Holcombe) Candidates for Degrees

Pomp and Circumstance… Sir Edward Elgar (arr. Jack Gale)

INVOCATION

Johannes Schaepper Chair and Assistant Professor, Department of Orthotics and Prosthetics

WELCOME Richard H. Hart President of the University

PRESENTATION OF AWARDS

Craig R. Jackson, Dean of the School The President

Ronald L. Carter, Provost of the University

INTRODUCTION OF SPEAKER

The Dean

ADDRESS Roy Ice Director and Speaker, Faith for Today ALLIED WITH YOUR PURPOSE

CONFERRING OF DEGREES

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The President

AWARDING OF DIPLOMAS

The Dean Dana McCree, Director, Admissions and Records Occupational Therapy, entry-level M.O.T.: Heather Javaherian-Dysinger Occupational Therapy, O.T.D.: Julie Kugel Orthotics and Prosthetics, M.S. Michael Moor Physical Therapist Assistant, A.S.: R. Jeremy Hubbard Physical Therapy, D.P.T.: Lawrence E. Chinnock, Chair Physical Therapy, post-professional D.P.T.: Todd Nelson Physical Therapy, Ph.D.: Everett Lohman Rehabilitation Sciences, Ph.D.: Terry Douglas

BENEDICTION

School of Allied Health Professions Faculty and Friends Signing The Lord’s Prayer… Malotte JeJe Noval, Assistant Professor, vocals

ACADEMIC RECESSION

Alla Hornpipe from “Water Music”… George Frederick Handel (arr. Charles Evans) The audience is requested to clear the aisles and remain seated during the recession.

Commencement ceremonies will be available for viewing and downloading from the Commencement website: llu.edu/commencement To minimize distracting others during the ceremony, guests are requested to observe the following picture-taking courtesies: Please do not – • use a flash or additional lighting; • walk in the main aisles or in front of the platform; • stand except very briefly in the audience line of vision

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Candidates for Degrees The listing of a candidate’s name in the commencement program is presumptive evidence of graduation but is not to be regarded as conclusive.

The three-letter designation following a student’s name (MAR, SEP, DEC) indicates the month in which the student completed his or her program, if other than May/June.

ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE Department of Physical Therapy Physical Therapist Assistant Estefania Andrade

Shelby L. Davis

Service and Scholarship Achievement Awards

Vlad Adrian Avram

Nolyn Decosta

Scholarship Excellence Awards

Susanna Barnett

Victor Zachary De La Rosa, Jr.

Jackeline Vanessa Batres Villanueva

Rea Victoria DeSantis

Scholarship Excellence Awards

PTA Program Faculty Awards

Hannah Lynn Bennett

Alonso Dominguez

Service and Scholarship Achievement Awards

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Ravyn Britt

Nicholas Flynn Ferguson

Service and Scholarship Achievement Awards

Service and Scholarship Achievement Awards

Karen Ruby Gonzalez

Gary Roy Madrid PTA Program Faculty Awards

Travis Allen Groeneveld

Isela Martinez

Etjen Hasanic

Karinne Merrill

Lindsey Lee Johnston

Matthew Richard Jake Miller

PTA Program Faculty Awards

Ruth Phola Kim

Joanna Moreno Service and Scholarship Achievement Awards

Dominic E. Lesiasel

Kevin Allan Nye

Olga Li

Jose D. Ortega

Melisa Llamas Tovar

Ronald Pangelah

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Joseph Edward Park

Michael Song

Eryn Olivia Yvonne Pongs

Christian Dagmar Soto

Scholarship Excellence Awards

Sara Judith Ramos

Randy Suh Randall C. Isley Award

Kiefer Allen Rosburg

Lauren Trendt

Kai Dean Sakamoto

Ejay Myron Tumulak

Scholarship Excellence Awards

Jonathan Salinas

Holly Anne Wagner PTA Program Faculty Awards

Daniel Sanchez PTA Program Faculty Awards

Manuel Jesus Sanchez Service and Scholarship Achievement Awards

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Timothy Chall Poa Yang

MASTER OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY Department of Occupational Therapy Entry-Level MOT Sevak Baghramyan, DEC

Gabrielle Lauren Catipon, DEC

BS California State University, Los Angeles

BS California State University, Fullerton 2018

2017

Edwinna Marshall Leadership Award

Emerald Jean Baltzer, DEC

David Allen Crandall, DEC

BS California State University, Monterey Bay

BS Vanguard University of Southern

2018

California 2017 Community Service Award

Marissa Bautista, DEC

Vivian Naomi Devai

BS University of La Verne 2017

BA Walla Walla University 2019

Christopher Aaron Blechert, DEC

Crisca-Janine Diswe, DEC

BA California State Polytechnic University,

BS California State University, Long Beach

Pomona 2018

2017

Faculty Award

Lynn Arrateig Memorial Award

Helena Michelle Brown, DEC

Makayla Draeger

BS Walla Walla University 2018

BA Azusa Pacific University 2016

Madelynn Michelle Bryan, DEC

Monika Cosette Barberena Escobar, DEC

BA California State University, Channel Islands 2018 Faculty Award

BS California State University, San Bernardino 2015

Giorgia Marie Catalano, DEC

Immanuel Flores, MAR

BA California Baptist University 2018

BS California State Polytechnic University, Pomona 2017

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Amy Ma Fujioka, DEC

Jessica Hernandez, DEC

BA California State Polytechnic University,

BS University of La Verne 2018

Pomona 2018

Priscila Cristina Galev, DEC

Vanessa Hernandez, DEC

BA Thomas Edison State College 2018

BS California State Polytechnic University,

Alumni Association Award

Pomona 2017

Rachelle Gensolin, MAR

Kiem-Andrew Hoan Ho, DEC

BMUS Andrews University 2018

BS University of California, Irvine 2014 Edwinna Marshall Leadership Award

Hina Ghani

Torre Anne Hogan, DEC

BS California State University, Fullerton 2019

BA San Diego State University 2018

Alumni Association Award

Janeth Gonzalez, MAR

Fitria Francisca Ignatowski, DEC

BA University of California, Riverside 2016

BA California State University, San Bernardino 2017 President's Award

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Audrey Haijon Gunggut, MAR

Seo Yoon Jeon, DEC

BS Ohio State University, Main Campus 2018

BS La Sierra University 2019

Mary Hanna, MAR

Kyi Myint Kalyar, DEC

BS University of La Verne 2018

BA University of California, Riverside 2016

Shelby Lyn Hanson

Kristine Michelle Kawamoto, MAR

BA Sonoma State University 2013

BA La Sierra University 2018

Grace Eunhye Ko

Michaela Carolyn Reid, DEC

BS University of California, Davis 2016

BA La Sierra University 2019 Community Service Award

Youngyoun Lee, DEC

Ernesto Renteria, MAR

BA Duksung Women's University 1998

BS California State University, Bakersfield 2017

Emily Melissa Morgan, DEC

Megan Lenora Schafer, DEC

BS La Sierra University 2019

BS California Baptist University 2019

Delight Muvuti, DEC

Kourtney Carol Schultz, JAN

BS Lake Superior State University 2019

BA Illinois Wesleyan University 2019

Caitlyn Norris, DEC

Brian B. Shin, DEC

BS California State University, Los Angeles

BS University of California, Davis 2013

2018

Rebekah Ornelas, MAR

Joanna Marie Stephan, DEC

BA University of California, Riverside 2017

BS Walla Walla University 2018

Ezekiel Park, DEC

Hyeri Sturm, DEC

BA University of California, Riverside 2016

BS Furman University 2016

Alumni Association Award

Rachel Santa Cruz Querido, DEC

Denisse Tejeda, DEC

BS California State University, Fullerton 2019

BA California State University, San Bernardino

Lynn Arrateig Memorial Award

2015

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Anna Hong-Truc Vo, DEC

Kilory Weis, DEC

BS University of California, Irvine 2015

BS Southwestern Adventist University 2018

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ORTHOTICS AND PROSTHETICS Department of Orthotics and Prosthetics Orthotics and Prosthetics Katelyn Schlay Brown, MAR

Caroline Elizabeth Leach

BS University of Utah 2018

BS Loma Linda University IDS 2022, cum

laude

Megan A. Coble, MAR

Paul Arthur Meng, MAR

BS Sonoma State University 2018

BS Loma Linda University IDS 2022, cum

laude

Jamie Marie Curtis, MAR

Matthew Bernard Moody, MAR

BS Saint Martin's University 2017

BS Oakwood University 2019

Raul Andres Gardea, MAR

Gricel Plascencia, MAR

BS The University of Texas at El Paso 2019

BS California State Polytechnic University, Pomona 2013

Evan P. Grumling

Nicholas William Weis, MAR

BS Loma Linda University IDS 2022, cum

BS Northern Arizona University 2018

laude

Kevin Hardy, MAR

Jasmine Chantelle Wimbish, MAR

BS Loma Linda University IDS 2022, cum

BS California State University, San Bernardino

laude

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2017

DOCTOR OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY Department of Occupational Therapy Occupational Therapy Post-Professional Delilah Amia DeBellis, MAR

Lisa Joelle Sutton, MAR

BS La Sierra University 2016

BS Western Michigan University 2006

MOT Loma Linda University AH 2019

MS Western Michigan University 2009

Rising Star

DOCTOR OF PHYSICAL THERAPY Department of Physical Therapy DPT Entry-Level Leila Audrey Afrasiyabi

Colby Boyko

BA Whittier College 2017

BS The University of Texas at Arlington 2018

Hyun Jung Ahn

Allyn Kirsten Brown

BS University of California, San Diego 2016

BA Azusa Pacific University 2017 BS Azusa Pacific University 2017 Physical Therapy Faculty Award Joanna Hughes Memorial Award

Narineh Azizian

Michelle Cardoso

BS California State University, Northridge 2017

BS San Diego State University 2018

Bethany Elisabeth Baker

Dalles Carr

BA Oakwood University 2019

Southern Adventist University

BS Oakwood University 2019

Victoria Lynn Baltazar

Mckayla Justine Casalini

BS University of La Verne 2016

BS California State University, Fullerton 2017

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Jennifer Chan

Lawrence Duplechan III

BS California State University, Long Beach

BS California Baptist University 2019

2016

Physical Therapy Leadership Award

Michelle Chelepyan

Kahler Michael Feer

BS California State University, Northridge 2018

BS University of California, Riverside 2016

Eric Nathaniel Chen

Justin Bladimir Funes

BS La Sierra University 2019

BS University of La Verne 2017

Kyle Benjamin Chester

Anthony Guadalupe Gonzalez Verdin

BS San Diego State University 2019

BS California State University, San Bernardino 2019

Caitlyn Nicole Christiansen

Daniel Guidry

BS Azusa Pacific University 2016

BS San Diego Christian College 2018

Jennifer Corrales

Brynne Haflett

BS California State University, Sacramento

BA University of Pittsburgh, Bradford 2012

2018

Hugo Delgado

Michael Robert Hawkey

BS California State Polytechnic University,

BS Azusa Pacific University 2014

Pomona 2017

Trevor Douglass

Yan Paing Hein

BS University of Northern Colorado 2016

BS California State Polytechnic University,

Physical Therapy Leadership Award

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Physical Therapy Faculty Award

Pomona 2018

Nicole Holm

Suzy Monika Kim

BS Walla Walla University 2018

BA University of California, Berkeley 2001 MBA Claremont Graduate University 2004 Thomas Burke Memorial Award

Jane Hong

Nene Kitabatake

BS Pacific Union College 2018

BS California State University, Long Beach 2018

Hannah Nicole Ibarrola

Kylee J. Knox

BS California State University, San Bernardino

BS Cornerstone University 2018

2018

Antwan Z. Jones

Ryuichi Kobayashi

BA Governors State University 2013

BS California State University, Long Beach 2015 MA Argosy University, Orange County 2018

Lina Maks Khanukayev

Chin Kuo

BS University of California, San Diego 2018

BS California State University, Fullerton 2018

Dean's Award

Ehsan Khayambashi

Ming Li

BA California State University, Northridge

BS University of California, Irvine 2017

2017

Physical Therapy Faculty Award

Ezra Kim

Jessica Liermann

BS Southern Adventist University 2018

BS California State University, San Marcos 2018

Jung Hyun Kim

Daniel Lozano

BS Georgia State University 2018

BS California State University, Long Beach 2019

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Divya Sarah Mendonca

Isabel Perez

BS McMaster University 2018

BS Point Loma Nazarene University 2019

Physical Therapy Faculty Award

Brooke Shuree Miller

Jonathon Drew Pierson

BS Humboldt State University 2018

BS Walla Walla University 2017

Jaymie Lynn Monteith

Kathleen Anne Aligaen Punsalan

BS Pacific Union College 2019

BS University of California, Riverside 2016

Jaylene Munguia

Jeremy Paul Salkey

BS California State University, Fullerton 2019

BS Southern Adventist University 2019

Stephanie Denisse Nava

Timothy Jonathon Schneider

BS University of California, Los Angeles 2017

BS Grand Canyon University 2018 Physical Therapy Faculty Award

Ryan Duy Nguyen

Sungyun Seo

BS California State University, Fullerton 2018

BS Southern Adventist University 2018

Nicole Diane Packwood

Billi-Jo Shirley

BS California State University, Long Beach

BS California State University, San Bernardino

2011

2016

Thomas Burke Memorial Award

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Cindy Jessica Manhaes Pereira

Christopher Efren Sosa

BS Southern Adventist University 2019

BS The University of Texas at El Paso 2014

Allyson Kate Stock

Michaela Marie Weeks

BS Southern Adventist University 2019

BS Univ of Maine 2018

John James Sumilat

Kaitlin Marissa Williams

BS La Sierra University 2018

BS California State University, Monterey Bay

Physical Therapy Leadership Award

2016

Harvinder Singh Toor

Anna Zellitti-Laur

BS Eastern Washington University 2018

Pacific Union College

Ariana Casiano Washington BS Pacific Union College 2016

Post-Professional DPT Oladipupo Sam Ajayi

Harshal Piyush Bhatt, MAR

BPT University of Ibadan 2014

BPT K.L.E. Academy of Higher Education and

MS University of Ibadan 2018

Research 2019

Peter Oluwatobiloba Atoyebi

Vrunda Upendrabhai Bhikadiya

BPT University of Ibadan 2014

BPT South Gujarat University 2019

MS University of Ibadan 2018

MPT Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences 2021

Drashtee Ashwin Bauva

Hsi-Ming Chen, MAR

BPT Maharashtra University of Health

BS Chang Gung University 2018

Sciences 2017 MPT Maharashtra University of Health Sciences 2020

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Chih-Chieh Chia

Yan-Jhen Lu

BS National Cheng Kung University 2012

BS National Cheng Kung University 2018

MS National Cheng Kung University 2015

MS National Taiwan University 2020

Mohammed Irfan Chouhan, MAR

Kezia Freeda Marceline

BPT Rajiv Gandhi University of Health

BPT Rajiv Gandhi University of Health

Sciences 2011

Sciences 2018 MPT Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences 2020

Tanmaee Vijay Dhopaokar, MAR

Man Mohita

BPT Padmashree Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth

BPT N.T.R. University of Health Sciences 2012

2017

MPT Manipal University 2015

Duan-Yi Fang, MAR

Tushar Narendran

BS National Yang-Ming University 2015

BPT Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences 2017 MPT Manipal University 2019

Jonny Huang, MAR

Gabriel Olufisayo Olusetire, MAR

BSPT Kaohsiung Medical University 2015

BPT University of Lagos 2016

Priyanka Ishwar Lalakia

Sehoon Park, MAR

BPT Rajiv Gandhi University of Health

BS Sahmyook University 2019

Sciences 2017 MPT Manipal University 2018

Ruei An Lin, MAR

Krishna Ketan Patel, MAR

BSPT National Taiwan University 2018

BPT Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth 2018

Yung Chieh Liu, MAR

Riya Kamleshbhai Patel, MAR

BS Chang Gung University 2019

BPT Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences 2017

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Shraddha Manohar Patil

Mahyar Talebian

BPT Maharashtra University of Health

BS York University 2013

Sciences 2016

MS Leeds Beckett University 2016

MPT Manipal Academy Of Higher Education 2018

Vaishnavi Raghu, MAR

Sushanth Taresh Kashyap

BPT Rajiv Gandhi University of Health

BPT Rajiv Gandhi University of Health

Sciences 2019

Sciences 2019 MPT Manipal University 2020

Tejashree Sridhar Rao

Hiral Sunil Thakkar, MAR

BPT Maharashtra University of Health

BPT Padmashree Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth

Sciences 2016

2018

MPT Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth 2020

Chun-Huan Shih, MAR

Yi Tu, MAR

BS National Cheng Kung University 2015

BSPT Kaohsiung Medical University 2020

Rikesh Shrestha

Shangpu Yeh

BPT Rajiv Gandhi University of Health

BS Tzu Chi University 2016

Sciences 2018

DC Palmer College of Chiropractic 2021

MPT Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences 2020

DOCTOR OF SCIENCE Department of Physical Therapy Physical Therapy Alan Eldridge BS California State University, San Bernardino 2007 DPT Mount Saint Mary's College 2010

Dissertation: The Effect of Experimental Pain and External Load on Scapulothoracic Kinematics and Muscle Activation Ratios

Kyan Zhra Sahba BS University of California, Irvine 2008 DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences 2012

Dissertation: Treating diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy in Type 2 Diabetics with Intraneural Facilitation: A Manual Therapy Approach

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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY In conjunction with the Faculty of Graduate Studies

Department of Allied Health Studies Rehabilitation Science Aieshea LaShun Banks BA California State University, Fullerton 2001 MA California State University, Fullerton 2003

Dissertation: An Examination of the Self-Perceived Social Communication of Autistic Adults

Michael James Davidson BS California State University, Dominguez Hills 1992 MPH Loma Linda University PH 2001 MS University of California, Riverside 2018

Dissertation: Design, Prototyping, and Testing of a Robotic Prosthetic Leg

Robert Imre Dudley BS California State University, Fullerton 2013 MS California State University, Fullerton 2015

Dissertation: The Effects of Fear on Biomechanics in Healthy and Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstructed Individuals

Danielle Dolores Newton BA University of Redlands 2009 MS California State University, East Bay 2011

Dissertation: Children with Cleft Palate: Surgical Decision Making, Quality of Life, and Parental Stress

Eric Wesley Reid BA La Sierra University 1999 MS Loma Linda University AH 2012

Dissertation: Spasmodic Dysphonia: Phonetic Analyses

Jennifer Christine St Clair BS Loma Linda University AH 1997 MS Loma Linda University GS 1999

Dissertation: The Impact of Clinical Instruction on the SLP's Productivity

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Fitria Ignatowski — President’s Award

B.A. California State University, San Bernardino 2017 M.S. Loma Linda University SAHP 2022 President’s Award 2022 Psi Chi International Honor Society

Fitria Ignatowski is a compassionate individual, highly motivated and hardworking. Her goal is one day to practice in a school-based setting, and work with students to facilitate their potential and independence.

Throughout her time at Loma Linda University (LLU), Fitria has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills, great ability to collaborate respectfully with diverse populations, and a willingness to help others reach their potential. During her group Service-Learning project entitled “Covid-19 Impact on the Mental Health of Children and Youth” she demonstrated self-initiative, flexibility, quality communication and creativity; she and her team represented LLU with the highest respect and competence.

Fitria has served as a student delegate for the Occupational Therapy Association of California (OTAC), where she was a student liaison; she also partnered with the autism spectrum disorder (ASD) co-leader to implement the first Region 1 advocacy focus group.

In 2021 Fitria was selected for the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) & the American Occupational Therapy Foundation (AOTF) Summer Research Institute for Future Scientists in Occupational Therapy. The purpose of this institute is threefold: (1) identify potential scientists in entry-level education programs (2) to connect potential entry level scientists with mentors in the occupational therapy scientific community and (3) to develop a peer network.

Volunteer Experiences include Linda Valley Care Center, Feed America Inland Empire and Leap and Bounds Pediatric Therapy.

She has authored an article entitled “Breath Counting as a measure of sustained attention in mindfulness meditation and its effects on mood” which was published in Psychology of Consciousness, Theory, Research and Practice (2021).

In recognition of her academic achievements, her leadership skills, and her commitment to using her chosen profession to serve those around her, the School of Allied Health Professions names Ms. Fitria Ignatowski recipient of the 2022 PRESIDENT’S AWARD. This award will be presented to her at the Conferring of Degrees for the school at 10:30 a.m.

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Jana C. Arrellano-Villaroel — Alumna of the Year

Administrative Director, Inland Empire Health Information Organization Professor, Sacred Heart University A.S. Loma Linda University SAHP 2002 Certification in Radiation Technology, Loma Linda University SAHP 2003 B.S. Ottawa University 2013 M.B.A. Ottawa University 2014 M.H.A. National University 2019

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Jana C. Arellano-Villaroel is a healthcare professional with 20 years of experience in Radiology and Radiation Oncology. Her professional journey started at Loma Linda University (LLU), as a 26-year-old single mom with two young children; her dream of attending LLU was to improve her children's lives. That intense life passion led her and her children to move to Loma Linda to pursue her dreams.

Following completion of her MBA, Jana transitioned into management where she embraced leadership and prepared to advance her career through her service with Toastmasters International.

The bridge of her public speaking and relationships with women naturally enabled her to establish “Her Move Now” organization, a platform for women to learn from the experiences of other women, build relationships, and strengthen their own confidence.

Jana started her career in healthcare data, as a manager at a Radiation Oncology Center. She led the electronic medical records, implementation, training, and upgrades. She transitioned out of the radiology field and currently facilitates data exchange between healthcare organizations and is assisting with designing a community health information exchange that focuses on social determinants of health for the Inland Empire.

Her involvement in community organizations include Miracle on Main – a holiday event for the children in Riverside, California, and the Greater Riverside Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.

For her exemplary achievements, her commitment to personal and community growth within her chosen profession, and for promoting of the motto of this institution – “To Make Man Whole,” the School of Allied Health Professions names Ms. Jana C. Arellano-Villaroel SCHOOL ALUMNA OF THE YEAR. This award will be presented to her at the Conferring of Degrees for the school at 8:00 a.m.

Gurinder Singh Bains — School Faculty of the Year Award

Associate Professor, School of Allied Health Professions, Loma Linda University B.S. University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign 1992 M.D. Ross University Medical School 2006 Ph.D. Loma Linda University 2014 Distinguished Research Award, Loma Linda University SAHP 2022 Who’s Who in America 2018 Young Investigator Research Award, Loma Linda University SAHP 2017 Outstanding Academic Achievement Award AATH 2017

Gurinder Singh Bains undeniably epitomizes the Loma Linda University (LLU) “success story.” Approximately fourteen years ago, he began his career as a research volunteer in the School of Allied Health Professions (SAHP). Because of his strong work ethic, he advanced to research coordinator. In 2014, he joined the ranks of faculty as an Assistant Professor and three years later, was promoted to Associate Professor. Dr. Bains’s journey demonstrates how discipline and dedication can lead to unlimited achievement at LLU. Dr. Bains is proficient in making research “fun” and rewarding.

In teaching research courses, he is able to instill in students a fervor for research. He incorporates interactive learning and “real life” mock situations, and because of his knowledge and expertise, he makes the process less “scary.” Dr. Bains created a manner for students to showcase their research culmination (through oral and poster presentations) by creating the research portion of the Orthotics and Prosthetics (O&P) Capstone and co-creating the Nutrition and Dietetics Colloquium. He is a big advocate for students presenting at conferences and publishing in peer reviewed journals.

His research interests are intermittent fasting, memory/ laughter, and exercise. His scholarly contributions are highlighted in peer reviewed publications, book chapters, and conferences. He is a proponent of faculty driven research, finding time to assist colleagues with research initiatives and projects.

Dr. Bains is passionate about community service as well.

To instill the meaning of service, he has brought countless international students to the Salvation Army on Thanksgiving; he organizes an Annual Holiday Clothing Drive which contributes to a San Bernardino County program that provides housing and vocational training to homeless individuals. He gives of his time to educate community members on healthy body composition, wellness, and whole person care. Additionally, he organizes two service-learning projects from the Department of Orthotics & Prosthetics with Norco College and Indian Springs High School, respectively.

In recognition of his valued teaching contributions, his desire to conduct and promote wellness research, his devotion to community service, and his exceptional leadership, the School of Allied Health Professions honors Dr. Gurinder Singh Bains with the SCHOOL FACULTY OF THE YEAR AWARD. This award will be presented to him at the Conferring of Degrees for the school, at 8:00 a.m.

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Mark Zirklebach — School Distinguished Service Award

Chief Information Officer, Information Systems Administration, Loma Linda University Health Assistant Clinical Professor, Health Informatics, Information Management, and Administration School of Allied Health Professions, Loma Linda University B.A. University of Evansville 2001 M.P.S.A. University of Evansville 2003

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Mark Zirklebach became the Chief Information Officer at Loma Linda University Health system (LLUH) in December of 2008; in that capacity, he is one of the leaders for the automation services provided to LLUH, which comprises six hospitals, a large faculty practice group, and Community Connect affiliates. Mr. Zirklebach enjoys working closely with Loma Linda University IT Leadership to enable a collaborative environment for the entire campus by pursuing One Loma Linda opportunities. He also works with Loma Linda University Shared Services to leverage economies of scale for our entire enterprise.

Mr. Zirklebach began his career in healthcare at Daughters of Charity/Ascension Health, where he worked for 15 years in various IT Leadership positions, followed by three years as the CIO at a large, independent multi-specialty group. He has also worked as a management consultant for several years in healthcare and as a CIO in an extensive banking system for a brief period.

His commitment to supporting the Master of Science degree in Health Informatics (MSHI) program in the School of Allied Health Professions is exemplary. In addition to serving as an inaugural member of the program's advisory committee, he was influential in instituting internships for graduate and undergraduate students in this program. He especially enjoys teaching a leadership course, knowing the importance of leadership from all roles in the organization.

In 2010, Mr. Zirklebach established leadership development for his team by launching TLP – the Transformational Leadership Program. He understood that such a leadership development program would build and sustain strong leadership skills throughout his team, enabling customer-driven focus and performance. Fast-forward 12 years, and over 170 members of our health system have graduated from the program, with many coming from other areas beyond Information Systems, including representatives from key LLUH partners, as well as University leaders..

For his indelible contributions to implementing and enhancing academic programs in the scope of his professional field, for his exemplary leadership, and for his outstanding service to this institution, the School of Allied Health Professions honors Mr. Mark Zirklebach with the SCHOOL DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD. This award will be presented to him at the Conferring of Degrees for the school, at 8:00 a.m.

Roy Ice — Speaker

Director and Speaker, Faith for Today B.A. Southwestern Adventist University 1993 M.Div. Andrews University, 2006

Roy Ice is the anchor host of TV’s Lifestyle Magazine and the Speaker/Director of Faith For Today broadcast ministries. He has explored the rain forests of Panama, Australia, and Costa Rica, and has plunged into the freezing waters of Finland in December. He has been awarded two awards from the Gospel Music Association as a member of the Christian band, Big Face Grace; has taught an English class to a Ukrainian Olympic Gold Medalist; and grade 12 Bible class to an American Double-Gold and Silver Medalist. He was mistaken for a major Hollywood producer for an entire day at Sony Picture Studios and has climbed to the top of the Continental Divide.

Ice is the author of the books The 12 People You Love, and 12 Things to Try While You’re Still Mortal, which climbed to the #1 Bestseller spot on Amazon Kindle Religious Books in July of 2015.

In August of 2010, he was nominated for the highest award granted by the Society of Children’s Book Writers & Illustrators Guild for his novel, Treasure of Heaven.

Locally and globally known for The Bible Lab, an innovative Bible study on the character of God, he has launched and guides a large growing number of Bible Labs around the world.

Ice’s life has been thoroughly upgraded in every way by Christ’s relentless grace, and through the testimony of God’s Word he has helped people to have that same encounter with the Savior on every continent, except two - Africa and Antarctica. He still has not given up hope of taking the Good News to the Emperor Penguins of Antarctica, however.

Pastor Ice will deliver his address at the Conferring of Degrees for the School of Allied Health Professions at 8:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

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School of Behavioral Health and School of Religion June ten, one-thirty o'clock, Drayson Center

PRELUDE University Church Brass Ensemble Virgil Nielsen, Director Musical Selections

ACADEMIC PROCESSION

The audience is requested to clear the aisles and remain seated Ronald L. Carter, University Grand Marshal, leading Bryan M. Cafferky, Arthur B. Marshak, Calvin J. Thomsen, Alisha N. Saavedra, Associate Marshals, assisting The President’s Party, Members of the University of Trustees, LLUH Administration

Faculty Triumphal March from “Aida”… Giuseppe Verdi (arr. Bill Holcombe) Candidates for Degrees

Pomp and Circumstance… Sir Edward Elgar (arr. Jack Gale)

INVOCATION

Leo S. Ranzolin, Jr. Dean of the School of Religion

WELCOME Richard H. Hart President of the University

PRESENTATION OF AWARDS

Beverly J. Buckles, Dean of the School of Behavioral Health

Dean of the School of Religion The President

Ronald L. Carter, Provost of the University

INTRODUCTION OF SPEAKER

Dean of the School of Religion

ADDRESS Bradford C. Newton President, Pacific Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists THE PILGRIMAGE OF LEADERSHIP

CONFERRING OF DEGREES

The President

AWARDING OF DIPLOMAS

Dean of the School of Religion Dean of the School of Behavioral Health

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BENEDICTION

Dean of the School of Behavioral Health

ACADEMIC RECESSION

Alla Hornpipe from “Water Music”… George Frederick Handel (arr. Charles Evans)

The audience is requested to clear the aisles and remain seated during the recession.

Commencement ceremonies will be available for viewing and downloading from the Commencement website: llu.edu/commencement To minimize distracting others during the ceremony, guests are requested to observe the following picture-taking courtesies: Please do not – • use a flash or additional lighting; • walk in the main aisles or in front of the platform; • stand except very briefly in the audience line of vision

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Candidates for Degrees The listing of a candidate’s name in the commencement program is presumptive evidence of graduation but is not to be regarded as conclusive.

The three-letter designation following a student’s name (MAR, SEP, DEC) indicates the month in which the student completed his or her program, if other than May/June.

School of Religion MASTER OF ARTS In conjunction with the Faculty of Graduate Studies

Bioethics Ryan Michael Carey

Ronnie Fox

BS Walla Walla University 2018

BA DePaul University 2018

Ricardo Andre Chujutalli

Sean Elliott Hendrix

BS Kettering College of Medical Arts 2016

BS Union College 2017

MD Loma Linda University SM 2021

John Baptiste Davilmar

Taylor Marika Lakusta-Wong

BS Southern Adventist University 2018

BS Burman University 2017

Cassandra Sunshine Drew

Cesar Junior Luceno

BS Andrews University 2018

BS Burman University 2016 MD Loma Linda University SM 2021

Giulia Faison

Allison Daniela Melgar Gomez

BS University of California, Irvine 2003

BA Walla Walla University 2021

MD George Washington University 2009

BS Walla Walla University 2021

President’s Award

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Matthew Apolonio Moran

Hyukje Sung

BA Walla Walla University 2018

BS Andrews University 2018

BS Walla Walla University 2018

Ju An Park

Kevin Dietrich Williams

BS Southern Adventist University 2017

BS Emory University 2016

Randy Sanchez Sanchez

Kenrick Edwin Wysong

BS Andrews University 2017

BS La Sierra University 2018

Gustavo Ismael Suarez IV BS Southern Adventist University 2017

Religion and Society Daniel Alexander Elkins BS Corban College 2017

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN CHAPLAINCY Chaplaincy Emerson Paul Bolivar

Kirsten Chantel Walker

BA Universidad Adventista de las Antillas

BA Southern Adventist University 2019

2020

Derek Madison Glatts BA Walla Walla University 2018 Dean’s Award

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School of Behavioral Health MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK Social Work Alexxis Viridianna Acosta

Lauren Mae Caballero

BA California State University, Long Beach

BSW La Sierra University 2021

2015 Academic and Professional Achievement Award

Noemi Alvarez

Neal R. Collins

BA California State University, Channel

BA La Sierra University 2007

Islands 2020

MA Loma Linda University SST 2010

Taide Arias

Victor Hugo Contreras, Jr.

BA California State University, San Bernardino

BA Marymount California University 2020

2007

Leadership Service Award

Yvette Avalos

Bianca Crystal Correa

BS California State University, Fullerton 2015

BSW La Sierra University 2021 Academic and Professional Achievement Award

Javier Bordes Cevallos

Anissa Cruz

BA Los Angeles Pacific University 2020

BSW Pacific Union College 2020

George Brown, Jr.

Alexis C. Cuevas

BS University of Phoenix, Online Campus 2015

BS La Sierra University 2018

Jamie Christeen Burnett

Vanesa Gloria Delfino

BSW La Sierra University 2020

BSW La Sierra University 2013

Academic and Professional Achievement Award

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Nachiket Dharmadhikari

Kistiyaporn Keratisomphon

BA University of California, Los Angeles 2009

BS Mount Saint Mary's College 2015

Academic and Professional Achievement Award

Camilla Kriezl Dungca

Yumi Kwon

BSW Azusa Pacific University 2018

BS University of California, Davis 2015

Paola Michlelle Estrella

Georgi N. Lopez

BA California State Polytechnic University,

BA University of California, Santa Barbara

Pomona 2016 Academic and Professional Excellence Award

2016 Emerging Leader Award Leadership Service Award

Carla Andrine Fucich

Crystal Roxanne Maciel

BA University of California, Santa Barbara

BA California State University, San Bernardino

2012

2019

Academic and Professional Excellence Award

Kristen Alexandra Galang

Jesse Tyler McClellan

BA University of California, Irvine 2014

BSW La Sierra University 2021

Beverly Vera Gil

Gloria Stephanie Medina

BSW La Sierra University 2021

BA California State University, San Bernardino 2013

Javarri Rashad Hides

Vandna Mittal

BSW La Sierra University 2021

BA University of Redlands 2011 MS California Baptist University 2013

Maria De Jesus Jaramillo

Crystal V. Morales

BA University of California, Riverside 2015

BS California State University, San Bernardino 2013 Leadership Service Award

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Carly Hannah Nahin

Connor Dale Reed

BA University of California, Riverside 2020

BA Brandman University 2019 Academic and Professional Achievement Award

Irene K. Oseguera

Faith Mingon Reynolds

BA University of California, Los Angeles 2017

BA National University 2019

Elizabeth Ortiz Pena

Angel Alberto Rodriguez

BSW La Sierra University 2021

BS Franciscan University of Steubenville 2017

Academic and Professional Achievement Award

Dean's Award for Master's Degree Programs

Moriah E. Perkins

Krystal Romo

BSW Union College 2021

BSW La Sierra University 2021

Kenia Dayanna Pineda

Rebecca Salinas

BA California State University, San Bernardino

BA California State University, San Bernardino

2020

2015

Karen Esther Purba

Francesco Schiro

BS University of California, Davis 2016

BS Mount Saint Mary's College 2018

Leadership Service Award

Karina Yvette Rabago

Judith Steger

BA University of California, Irvine 2006

BS San Diego State University 2015 Leadership Service Award

Nancy Laxamana Rafanan

Angela M. Strauther

BSW Azusa Pacific University 2018

BS University of Phoenix, Online Campus 2000 MBA Brandman University 2014

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Heidy Edelweiss Umali

Sivanna Sofia Warren

BSW La Sierra University 2021

BSW La Sierra University 2020 Academic and Professional Achievement Award

Jassel Vargas

Ruben Luis Yanez-Vega

BSW La Sierra University 2021

BSW La Sierra University 2020

Starr Donna Wallace BS Southwestern Adventist University 2020

MASTER OF SCIENCE Child Life Specialist Natalie Rachel Arthur

Alyson Stack Kinsella, SEP

BA California State University, Northridge

BA Carthage College 2016

2019

Jessica Ann Congleton

Carlos Jesus Meza

BA Clemson University 2020

BA University of California, Los Angeles 2019 Outstanding Master's Student, Child Life Specialist

Selene Dorantes Villalobos

Naomi Potts

BS San Diego State University 2018

BA Azusa Pacific University 2020

Christina M. Joannou, DEC

Krista Nicole Schafer

BA California Lutheran University 2016

BSW Walla Walla University 2020

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Shantaya Michelle Lee Templeton BA California State University, San Bernardino 2019

Counseling Monet Jasmine Daniels, SEP

Kiyanah Marie Myles, MAR

BA California State University, San Bernardino

BA Argosy University, Inland Empire 2016

2014

Outstanding Master's Student, Counseling

MS Pepperdine University 2017

Brittani Lupo, SEP

Cheryl Jia Ling Wei

BS Walla Walla University 2014

BS Chapman University 2018

Criminal Justice Kristen Alexandra Galang

Heidy Edelweiss Umali

BA University of California, Irvine 2014

BSW La Sierra University 2021

Javarri Rashad Hides

Ruben Luis Yanez-Vega

BSW La Sierra University 2021

BSW La Sierra University 2020

Crystal V. Morales BS California State University, San Bernardino 2013 Leadership Service Award

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Gerontology Kistiyaporn Keratisomphon BS Mount Saint Mary's College 2015

Marital and Family Therapy Isabella Eden Alamillo

Krystal George

BA Pepperdine University 2019

BS Oakwood University 2017 MPH Loma Linda University PH 2020

Ivana Maryelle Alicea Polanco, MAR

Lauren Taylor Heinrich

BS Universidad Adventista de las Antillas 2015

BBA Walla Walla University 2018

Daniella Sarah Basin

Zoe Quinn Ingelse

BA California State University, Northridge

BA University of Missouri, Kansas City 2018

2018

Fiorella Chujutalli

Stevelaine Joyce Java

BSN Kettering College of Medical Arts 2018

BA California State University, San Bernardino 2020

Justin Demetric Day, DEC

Jennifer Kim

BS Evangel University 2018

BA University of San Diego 2016

Cassandra Guadalupe Diaz

Neha Kumari

BA California State University, San Marcos

BA Chapman University 2019

2018

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Yuk Yeung Liu

Alexandra Razo, MAR

BSW La Sierra University 2018

BS University of California, Los Angeles 2018

Cassidy Taylor Mangio-Gonzales, DEC

Sheldon Ricardo Smith

BA University of California, San Diego 2019

BA Northern Caribbean University 2008 MDIV Andrews University 2011 PHD Loma Linda University SBH 2019

Marriah Monette, DEC

Tabitha Lynnae Tidwell

BS Oakwood University 2018

BA Southern New Hampshire University 2019

Felicia A. Payton, MAR

Adan Vasquez

BA University of California, Riverside 2019

BA California State University, San Bernardino

Outstanding Master's Student, Marital and Family

2019

Therapy

Rana Roxy Raban

Karly Grace Lorraine Vaughn

BS John Paul the Great Catholic University

BA University of Oregon 2020

2011

Anum Rathor

Elizabeth Anne Wing

BA California State University, San Bernardino

BS Brigham Young University 2017

2019

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DOCTOR OF PSYCHOLOGY Psychology Gabriela Elizabeth Bagnara

Hadley Ann McGregor

BA Boston College 2017

BA University of California, Santa Barbara 2014

MA Loma Linda University SBH 2019

MA Loma Linda University SBH 2019 Research Excellence Award President's Award

Derek Yee-Hsiang Char, SEP

Michelle Ngo

BA La Sierra University 2012

BA University of California, Riverside 2016

MS Loma Linda University SBH 2014

MA Loma Linda University SBH 2019

MA Loma Linda University SBH 2016

Dexter Chia

Lacie Linn Parker

BA University of California, Santa Cruz 2012

BA Pepperdine University 2015

MA Pepperdine University 2017

MA Loma Linda University SBH 2019

Katharine Ann Fabro

Dhira Patel

BA San Jose State University 2016

BA Rutgers University-New Brunswick 2015

MA Loma Linda University SBH 2019

MA Roger Williams University 2017

Adela Gharabeki

Pooja Sioux Raghani

BA California State University, Northridge

BS Arizona State University, Main Campus 2014

2017 MA Loma Linda University SBH 2019

MS Arizona State University, Main Campus 2015 MA Loma Linda University SBH 2019

Chrysan Denae Hoyt

Miriam Mokhless Rizk

BA Blue Ridge Community and Technical

BA University of California, Riverside 2016

College 2016

MA Loma Linda University SBH 2019

MA Loma Linda University SBH 2019

Bianca Rae Kdeiss

Sean Michael Roche

BA University of California, Irvine 2016

BA University of California, Berkeley 2016

MA Loma Linda University SBH 2019

MA Loma Linda University SBH 2019

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Nathalie Serna

Lauren Emily Taye Wakabayashi

BA California State University, Los Angeles

BA Macalester College 2016

2007

MA Loma Linda University SBH 2019

MA Loma Linda University SBH 2015

Sophia Truong

Ann Kathryn White

BA University of California, Riverside 2014

BA Loyola Marymount University 2016

MA Pepperdine University 2017

MA Loma Linda University SBH 2019

Tiffany Thao Vo BA University of California, Irvine 2017 MA Loma Linda University SBH 2019

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY In conjunction with the Faculty of Graduate Studies

Psychology Jedd Perez Alejandro BS Pacific Union College 2016 MA Loma Linda University SBH 2018

Dissertation: Religious Doubt as a Mediator Between Religious Identity and Well-Being

Caleb Benjamin Barcenas BS Walla Walla University 2014 MA Loma Linda University SBH 2017

Dissertation: Effects of Neurofeedback Training on Attentional Processing in Anxious Individuals

Angelica Chakos BS University of California, Irvine 2013 MA Claremont Graduate University 2016 MA Loma Linda University SBH 2018

Dissertation: Childhood Risky Family Exposure, Forgiveness, and Emotion Regulation Research Excellence Award

Willie Lewis Hardeman III BA University of California, Merced 2014 MA Loma Linda University SBH 2017

Dissertation: The Importance of Timing in Traumatic Brain Injury

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Kimberly Alexandra Igirio BA La Sierra University 2014 MA Loma Linda University SBH 2017

Dissertation: The Relationship Between Cannabis Experience, Schizotypy, and Psychosis

Kerianne Nicole Kramer BA University of Redlands 2015 MA Loma Linda University SBH 2017

Dissertation: Inflammation in Older Adults: Stress, Depression and ACE's

Kelly Marie Mackenzie, DEC BA Rowan University 2010 MA American University 2012

Dissertation: Provider Attributions, Emotions, and Responses to Patients with Poor Diabetes Management

Rachel Jane McClure BA University of California, Los Angeles 2013 MA Loma Linda University SBH 2018

Dissertation: Electrophysiological Measures of Context Updating Along the Schizophrenia Spectrum

Connor Mykel Nance BA California State University, San Bernardino 2015 MA Loma Linda University SBH 2018

Dissertation: Cultural and Psychological Factors in Diabetes Exercise: Treatment Adherence and Hba1c Research Excellence Award Dean's Award for Doctoral Degree Programs

Nikki Dilip Patel BA University of California, Irvine 2015 MA Loma Linda University SBH 2018

Dissertation: Factors That Contribute to Recognition of a Potential Nonsexual Multiple Relationship

Jade Amari Seto BA University of San Francisco 2014 MA Loma Linda University SBH 2018

Dissertation: Religion and Risky Sex in a Sample of Predominantly Black Young Adult Men

Alexandra Denisovna Trofimova BS California State University, Fullerton 2015 MA Loma Linda University SBH 2018

Dissertation: The Effects of Polyphenol-Rich Diet in a Fruit-Fly Model of Traumatic Brain Injury Research Excellence Award

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Jacob Adam Vermeersch BA University of California, Riverside 2016 MA Loma Linda University SBH 2018

Dissertation: Therapists' Willingness to Access Client Social Media for Suicide Risk Prevention

Ryan Truman Wong BA University of California, Riverside 2011 MS Loma Linda University SBH 2014 MA Loma Linda University SBH 2018

Dissertation: Chronic Disease and Its Relationship with Elder Mistreatment

Family Studies Kisha A. Bashkiharatee BA Nicholls State University 2012 MS Loma Linda University SBH 2014

Dissertation: The Effectiveness of the Community Resiliency Model in Improving Family Communication and Child Behavior in Sierra Leone Families

Systems, Families & Couples Brittany Verna' Huelett BS The University of Texas at Austin 2016 MS Loma Linda University SBH 2018

Dissertation: Understanding the Relational Experiences of Young Adults Living with SCD Research Excellence Award Wil Alexander Whole Person Care Award

CarmenoemiAngela Diuco Reyes BA California State University, Fullerton 2013 MS Loma Linda University SBH 2018

Dissertation: Wedding Planners' Perspective: Couples' Relational Dynamics During Wedding Planning Outstanding Doctoral Student, Systems, Families and Couples

DOCTOR OF MARITAL AND FAMILY THERAPY Marital and Family Therapy Katrina Arabyan

Irene Rosaly Cortez

BA California State University, Los Angeles

BA University of California, Irvine 2014

2018 MS Loma Linda University SBH 2020

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MFT University of Southern California 2016

Tiffany Chyrene Cutting

Lisa Yvette Salazar

BA Eastern Washington University 2014

BS University of Houston, Clear Lake 1995

MA Whitworth University 2017

MS University of Houston, Clear Lake 2003 Outstanding Doctoral Student, Marital and Family Therapy

Melody Fiorella Ezpeleta

Camille Sauder

BS Walla Walla University 2015

BA Lee University 2016

MS Loma Linda University SBH 2018

MS Loma Linda University SBH 2020

Research Excellence Award

Melissa Marcelle Harris

Nicole Taylor

BS University of Phoenix, Online Campus 2013

BS University of Phoenix, Phoenix Campus 2012

MS Loma Linda University SBH 2016

MA Palo Alto University 2014

Hillary Jeanne May

Staysha Marie Veal

BA California Baptist University 2005

BA California State University, East Bay 2011

MA Azusa Pacific University 2010

MA John F Kennedy University 2014

Robynn Lyniece Mays

April Solange Wozencroft, MAR

BA Arizona State University, Main Campus

BA California State University, Long Beach 2008

2016

MS University of Phoenix, Online Campus 2011

MSW Arizona State University, Main Campus 2019

Ashley Park

Marina E. Zaky

BA Chapman University 2018

BA University of California, Riverside 2018

MS Loma Linda University SBH 2020

MS Loma Linda University SBH 2020

Wil Alexander Whole Person Care Award

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Hadley A. McGregor — President’s Award (SBH)

B.A. University of California Santa Barbara 2014 M.A. Loma Linda University SBH 2019 Psy.D. Loma Linda University SBH 2022 President’s Award 2022 Selma Andrews Scholarship, Loma Linda University 2021 William James Excellence in Research Award, Loma Linda University 2021

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Hadley Ann McGregor was born and raised in Huntington Beach, California, where she attended preschool through community college. She is the daughter of a first-generation Italian mother and Scottish father. Hadley received her undergraduate degree in Psychology, graduating with highest honors, also receiving excellence awards and grants for her honors thesis, academic standing, research endeavors, as well as the distinguished graduating senior award in Psychology.

Hadley enrolled in Loma Linda University’s Clinical Psychology Doctoral Program in 2017 where she first earned her master’s in arts degree in Clinical Psychology, graduating today with a Doctor of Psychology. With this degree, she plans to continue to work with autistic individuals across the lifespan from diverse communities, providing comprehensive autism assessments and tailored interventions to address co-occurring diagnoses such as tics, OCD, and anxiety. She is particularly invested in working with autistic members of the LGBTQIA+ community and their families, and hopes to be a part of larger policy changes to address access to services. Hadley graduates today with a remarkable GPA and multiple accolades, including the William James Excellence in Research Award.

During her time in the program, Hadley has consistently strived to support LLU’s mission “To Make Man Whole.” Growing up in a Roman Catholic family, Hadley’s entire life, clinical work, and research has been inspired by the Word of God. As many of the psychology faculty can attest, she has always been first to volunteer through various acts of services on campus and in our community. She has peer-mentored dozens of students throughout the years, assisted faculty in departmental events, and has driven hundreds of miles across the Inland Empire to conduct home visits with underrepresented families with children with developmental delays, including during the COVID-19 pandemic.

In recognition of her academic excellence and unwavering commitment to service and humanity that promote the goals of a clinical psychologist, and support the mission of this institution, the School of Behavioral Health is pleased to present Dr. Hadley A. McGregor with the 2022 PRESIDENT’S AWARD. This award will be presented to her at the joint Conferring of Degrees for the School of Behavioral Health and the School of Religion.

Giulia Faison — President’s Award (SR)

B.S. University of California, Irvine 2003 M.D. George Washington University School of Medicine 2009 Phi Beta Kappa Certified, American Board of Pediatrics 2015

Giulia Faison is a compassionate and energetic pediatric physician who is a neonatology fellow at Loma Linda University (LLU) Children’s Hospital. She has dedicated her life to helping patients and growing both as a clinician and ethicist. This year she will not only be earning a Master of Arts degree in Bioethics with an outstanding GPA, but she will be completing her fellowship in Neonatology at Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital.

She will be continuing her career as a neonatologist at Children’s Hospital of Orange Country, where she will dedicate her work to pediatric/neonatal bioethics and palliative care.

Dr. Faison’s particular research interests include peri-viability, resuscitation at the cusp of viability, reproductive ethics, moral status and personhood. She is an exemplar for all who aspire to combine compassionate clinical care with academic inquiry. The School of Religion and faculty of the Master’s in Bioethics are proud to recognize her as a graduate of the program.

Guilia loves to bring different perspectives to life experiences, which she credits to having grown up in Italy and studied abroad.

She has balanced the challenges of academic study and research with compassionate patient care for the tiniest of patients all while also being a wife and mother of four children, who push her to be the best person day to day. She is passionate about and skilled with languages, including English, Italian, French and Spanish. Dr. Faison also loves reading, writing, yoga, and running, as well as spending time outdoors and at the beach. Without her supportive family none of this would be possible.

For her academic excellence, and her research interests and pursuits that encompass neonatology and ethics, the School of Religion honors Dr. Giulia Faison with the 2022 PRESIDENT’S AWARD. This award will be presented to her at the joint Conferring of Degrees for the School of Behavioral Health and the School of Religion.

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Amrita Rai — School Alumna of the Year (SBH)

Clinical Director, Behavioral Health and Care Management, Inland Empire Health Plan B.S.W. La Sierra University 1999 M.S.W. Loma Linda University SBH 2000

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Amrita Rai is a graduate of the Loma Linda University (LLU) School of Behavioral Health, MSW program, and one of the first students to complete the Advanced Standing MSW program.

Upon graduation from LLU, Ms. Rai was hired by the Loma Linda University Health Behavioral Medicine Center (BMC), initially working in the children’s unit and later as a lead therapist in adult services. After working at the BMC for 10 years, she secured a position as Chief Executive Officer of the Riverside Community Hospital for Behavioral Medicine. In 2013, Ms. Rai was hired

by Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP), the largest not-for-profit Medicaid plan in the country, where in 2018 she became their Clinical Director of Behavioral Health and Care Management.

It is worth noting that while working as IEHP’s Behavioral Health Clinical Manager, she successfully implemented their first Psychiatric Walk-in Clinic in partnership with in-network providers. She also advocated for, created, and provided oversight to the first Interdisciplinary Complex Care Pain Team consisting of behavioral health clinicians and nurses, focusing on IEHP’s Pain Centers of Excellence.

In her current position at IEHP, Ms. Rai is responsible for coordinating, monitoring, and overseeing a comprehensive behavioral health program for 1.5 million members in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. In this role, she provides leadership and oversight for behavioral health clinical and non-clinical functions; develops, implements, and monitors clinical practice guidelines; and trains, supervises, and evaluates behavioral health leadership performance. In addition, she provides oversight and guidance for the IEHP Behavioral Health Provider network activities, leads the Joint Operations meetings with County partners, and represents IEHP in related behavioral health regulatory audits with the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA), California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS), California Department of Managed Health Care (DMHC), and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). She is also responsible for leading statewide initiatives in improving access to mental health services including the Student Behavioral Health Incentive Program.

For exemplifying excellence in her varied roles—administrator, clinician, and colleague—and the values underlying Christian education, thus, “To Make Man Whole,” the School of Behavioral Health is honored to name Ms. Amrita Rai, as the SCHOOL ALUMNA OF THE YEAR. This award will be presented to her at the joint Conferring of Degrees for the School of Behavioral Health and the School of Religion.

Kelly R. Morton — School Distinguished Service Award (SBH)

Professor, Psychology, School of Behavioral Health, Loma Linda University Professor, Family Medicine, School of Medicine, Loma Linda University B.S. Radford University 1983 M.A. Wake Forest University 1985 Ph.D. Bowling Green State University 1992 Research Award, Loma Linda University SBH 2017-2018 North American Primary Care Research Group Fellow: Grant Generating Project 1996-1997 NIMH Predoctoral Fellow 1989 Phi Kappa Phi

Kelly R. Morton began her affiliation with Loma Linda University (LLU) in 1993 as an Assistant Professor and Research Associate in the School of Medicine (SM), Department of Family Medicine. In 1995, Dr. Morton was asked to support the creation of the Department of Psychology in the School of Behavioral Health (SBH), and subsequently began a joint appointment with both departments, teaching residents, medical students, and graduate students in research, human development and eventually in the provision of integrative primary care.

Highly successful in obtaining external funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), and private sources, Dr. Morton has been awarded and facilitated through her consultation the receipt of millions of dollars in funding for research, training, and the enhancement of clinical services at LLU and in SBH. She is well known as a stalwart collaborator, generously providing her time to assure the success of others. Recognized as an expert in the integration of behavioral health in primary care, Dr. Morton is among the first faculty at LLU to obtain multi-million HRSA funding to support the joint training of residents and psychology doctoral students in integrated primary care.

Her contributions to research and professional literature are prolific and highly regarded work that inform the delivery of clinical services with empirical evidence of the important relationship between mental and physical health. Dr. Morton teaches graduate courses and supervises research students in the Department of Psychology, and she tirelessly supports program development, and the APA accreditation processes for both the PhD and PsyD programs.

For her commitment to academic excellence and scholarship, her significant research contributions in the field of mental health, and for promoting the motto of this institution – “To Make Man Whole,” the School of Behavioral Health honors Dr. Kelly R. Morton with the SCHOOL DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD. This award will be presented to her at the joint Conferring of Degrees for the School of Behavioral Health and the School of Religion.

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Bradford C. Newton — Speaker

President, Pacific Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists B.A. Andrews University 1980 M. Div. Andrews University 1983 D. Min. Andrews University 1995

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In August of 2021, Pastor Newton became president of the Pacific Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, which requires leadership of all church activities in a vast and diverse fivestate region.

For more than 25 years, he has served in various capacities in the union: pastor in the Southern California Conference, president for the Nevada-Utah Conference, associate director of public affairs and religious liberty for the Pacific Union Conference, and most recently as executive secretary and ministerial director for this same Union—a role he held for 13 years.

A native Californian, growing up in Arcadia, he attended college and graduate school at Andrews University in Michigan, earning undergraduate and graduate degrees in theology and ministry. He spent the first decade of his service as a pastor and conference leader in Illinois. Dr. Newton sees the role of the Seventh-day Adventist Church as being potentially transformational during what he calls a “monumental time in Earth’s history.” “The way the Lord has led us in the past, and the promise of the empowering presence of the Holy Spirit, gives us confidence for the important work that lies before us.”

He is married to Jennifer (née Christian), a certified faith-based meeting planner and consultant; they have two adult children and two granddaughters.

Dr. Newton will deliver his address at the joint Conferring of Degrees for the School of Behavioral Health and the School of Religion.

School of Nursing

Graduates having finished in the following quarters: Summer 2021, Autumn 2021, and Winter 2022

June twelve, three-thirty o’clock, Drayson Center

PRELUDE University Church Brass Ensemble Virgil Nielsen, Director Musical Selections

ACADEMIC PROCESSION

The audience is requested to clear the aisles and remain seated Ronald L. Carter, University Grand Marshal, leading Ellen M. D’Errico, Kelly L. McHan, Robin D. Pueschel, Zane G. Yi Associate Marshals, assisting The President’s Party, Members of the University of Trustees, LLUH Administration

Faculty Triumphal March from “Aida”… Giuseppe Verdi (arr. Bill Holcombe) Candidates for Degrees

Pomp and Circumstance… Sir Edward Elgar (arr. Jack Gale)

INVOCATION

Gloria J. Huerta Assistant Professor

WELCOME Richard H. Hart President of the University

PRESENTATION OF AWARDS

Elizabeth A. Bossert, Dean of the School The President

Ronald L. Carter, Provost of the University

INTRODUCTION OF SPEAKER

The Dean

ADDRESS T. Grace Emori-Elder THE INCONVENIENT GOD

CONFERRING OF DEGREES

The President

AWARDING OF DIPLOMAS

The Dean Shawn B. Collins, Associate Dean, Graduate Nursing Brandie L. Richards, Associate Dean, Undergraduate Nursing

NURSES' PLEDGE

Erick R. Lindberg President, Undergraduate Senior Class

BENEDICTION

Angelika J. Ashburn Assistant Professor 179

ACADEMIC RECESSION

Alla Hornpipe from “Water Music”… George Frederick Handel (arr. Charles Evans) The audience is requested to clear the aisles and remain seated during the recession.

Commencement ceremonies will be available for viewing and downloading from the Commencement website: llu.edu/commencement To minimize distracting others during the ceremony, guests are requested to observe the following picture-taking courtesies: Please do not – • use a flash or additional lighting; • walk in the main aisles or in front of the platform; • stand except very briefly in the audience line of vision

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School of Nursing

Spring Quarter 2022 Graduates

June twelve, six o’clock, Drayson Center

PRELUDE University Church Brass Ensemble Virgil Nielsen, Director Musical Selections

ACADEMIC PROCESSION

The audience is requested to clear the aisles and remain seated Ronald L. Carter, University Grand Marshal, leading Angelika J. Ashburn, Sabine S. Dunbar, Arthur B. Marshak, Terry R. Swenson, Associate Marshals, assisting The President’s Party, Members of the University of Trustees, LLUH Administration

Faculty Triumphal March from “Aida”… Giuseppe Verdi (arr. Bill Holcombe) Candidates for Degrees

Pomp and Circumstance… Sir Edward Elgar (arr. Jack Gale)

INVOCATION

Gloria J. Huerta Assistant Professor

WELCOME Richard H. Hart President of the University

PRESENTATION OF AWARDS

Elizabeth A. Bossert, Dean of the School The President

Ronald L. Carter, Provost of the University

INTRODUCTION OF SPEAKER

The Dean

ADDRESS T. Grace Emori-Elder THE INCONVENIENT GOD

CONFERRING OF DEGREES

The President

AWARDING OF DIPLOMAS

The Dean Shawn B. Collins, Associate Dean, Graduate Nursing Brandie L. Richards, Associate Dean, Undergraduate Nursing

NURSES' PLEDGE

Shelby Rae Lynn Herling, Secretary Manveer Kau Sekhon, Treasurer Undergraduate Senior Class

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BENEDICTION

Angelika J. Ashburn Assistant Professor

ACADEMIC RECESSION

Alla Hornpipe from “Water Music”… George Frederick Handel (arr. Charles Evans)

The audience is requested to clear the aisles and remain seated during the recession.

Commencement ceremonies will be available for viewing and downloading from the Commencement website: llu.edu/commencement To minimize distracting others during the ceremony, guests are requested to observe the following picture-taking courtesies: Please do not – • use a flash or additional lighting; • walk in the main aisles or in front of the platform; • stand except very briefly in the audience line of vision

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Candidates for Degrees The listing of a candidate’s name in the commencement program is presumptive evidence of graduation but is not to be regarded as conclusive.

The three-letter designation following a student’s name (MAR, SEP, DEC) indicates the month in which the student completed his or her program, if other than May/June.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE Lauro Go Abeleda, Jr., DEC

Jordin Nicole Bickford, MAR, cum laude

Kristelle Eunice Alvarez

Alison Whitney Blaine, MAR

Ruth N. Bardales, DEC

Chloe Sierra Blunk, MAR

Ariana Nicole Basoco, DEC

Alyssa Nicole Bozarth, cum laude

Taylor Anthony Beltran, MAR

Alaina Broadway, cum laude

Katelun Bibat, DEC, cum laude

Raphael Cabrera, DEC

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Carol Caro, MAR

Juanita Davila, cum laude

Jennifer Ceballos, MAR, cum laude

Jeo Gerard A. De Jesus, MAR, cum laude

Michael Kimin Choo, DEC, cum laude

Beth Renee Dotson, DEC

Codi Christine Coerper

Joanna Gabriela Duarte

Gloria D. Contreras, cum laude

Liza Rose Duerksen, MAR

Robyn B. Cross, MAR

Nolan Gregory Dukes, MAR

Chloe Taylor Cuenca, MAR

Renee Joy Lim Eguia, DEC, cum laude

Jazmin Denise Darden

Febrindi Engelina

Febrinda Engeline

Omar Garcia Ramos, DEC

Anthony David Esquivel IV, MAR, cum laude

Brenda Monique Gonzalez, cum laude

Wil Alexander Whole Person Care Award

Andrea Joanne Fauni, summa cum laude

Jessica Marie Goodson

Jessica Yasmeen Flores, DEC

Josh Gurria, MAR

Marissa E. Fregoso, DEC, cum laude

Louis Andre D. Gurria, MAR

Cornelius Klass Froese Tinoco

Stephanie Gutierrez, DEC

Kenia Yamilex Fuentes, MAR, cum laude

Leah E. Guy, MAR

Yadira Garcia

Nadine Posthumus Hardesty

Wil Alexander Whole Person Care Award

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Julia Faith Harris, DEC

Tiffany Melanie Hutabarat, cum laude

Chasz Ahleyah Heath, DEC

Edith Jimenez Flores, DEC

Shelby Rae Lynn Herling, magna cum laude

Rahwa Y. Kifle

Audrey Hernandez, cum laude

Winta Yemane Kifle, DEC

Julia Elise Hershey, DEC, cum laude

Gyudong Kim, DEC

Katelin Cherie Hickman, DEC

Grace Anne Kirkland

Alexis Mary Houser, MAR, cum laude

Ashley D. Langston, MAR, summa cum laude

Yarimel Leticia Huerta, cum laude

Nancy Le, DEC

Perla Alejandra Leal Guerrero, DEC

Katrina Adele Loncar

Audrey E. Lee, cum laude

Stephanie Iveth Lopez, DEC

Miriam Leon, MAR, magna cum laude

Daniel Lucchesi, magna cum laude

Kelly Taylor Lewis, MAR

Silvia Maciel-Arreola, DEC

Kyungnam Lim, MAR, cum laude

Alexis Anne Magallanes, DEC, cum laude

Krizzia Mae Villanueva Limpengco, MAR, summa cum laude

Nerlin Ulli Nurcahaya Manalu, MAR, cum laude

Erick Lindberg, MAR, cum laude

Angelica Manuel, DEC

Class of 1966 Mentor Scholarship Award

Samantha Liu, MAR, cum laude

Alexandra Renee Martinez, DEC

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Gabrielle Elise Martinez, cum laude

Claudia Elizabeth Mendoza

President’s Award

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Nicole Marie Mattern, cum laude

Daniella Mestre, MAR

Ashley Marie McCloskey, DEC

Nicole Ariana Miner, MAR

Samantha Marie McClung, MAR

Robert Mion, DEC

Michael James Keston McGinnis, MAR

Julie Nicole Montiel, MAR, cum laude

Adeline Naomi Mejia, cum laude

Alessandra Moraes, MAR

Josue A. Mendez, DEC

Michaela Ann Mullen

Adrina Mendoza, MAR

Alejandra Erica Munoz, cum laude

Benzy D. Nampudakam, MAR, summa cum laude

Camila Dora Perusset, MAR, cum laude

Craig Jameson Nash, cum laude

Tammy Minh Phan, cum laude

Vannie Nguyen, DEC, cum laude

Amanda S. Phavong

Bonnie May Norby

Esther Lindsay Purpura, MAR

Charisma Johnsa Lachell Olive

Jocelyn S. Ramirez, MAR, cum laude

Madison Jade Oliver, MAR, cum laude

Kaylee M. Rawson, DEC, summa cum laude

Laura Nicole Osorio, MAR Samuel J. Ream, magna cum laude

Maria Fernanda Patino, DEC, cum laude

Estrella Aide Reyes, cum laude

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Pinky Jacqueline Rhone, MAR

Amanda Nicole Schultz, MAR, cum laude

Sean Richardson, cum laude

Alexa Marie Scott, DEC

Clinton Drew Riddle, DEC

Manveer Kaur Sekhon, summa cum laude Dean’s Award, Undergraduate Program

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Elizabeth Romero, DEC

Sabrina Michelle Sessi, cum laude

Estuardo Imanol Sagastume, MAR, cum laude

Bhumi Shah, DEC

William Christopher Salmon, cum laude

Kuan-Chi Bernard Shao, DEC

Vanessa Jasmine Sanchez, MAR, cum laude

Charlia Shavers, MAR, cum laude

Karina D. Sattelmayer, cum laude

Makenzie Noel Shelton, DEC, cum laude

Jae E. Shin

Harife T. Tesfamichael, DEC, cum laude

Wendi L. Silva

Anh Thi Tuyet Tran, cum laude

Wendy Starr, DEC

Michelle Trinh, cum laude

Ariel Rosetta Stocker, magna cum laude

Kristina O. Usenko, MAR, summa cum laude Class of 1966 Mentor Scholarship Award

Brianna Nicole Stokes, MAR

Azucena Villa, MAR, cum laude

Alexandra Grace Swardstrom

Hannah Victoria Wallace, DEC, cum laude

Malinnet Taing, DEC

Sonia Quintero Ward, DEC

Larissa Selasi Tamakloe, DEC, cum laude

Cindy Wen Chok, MAR

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Amma Agyeiwaa Wiafe, DEC

Harim Yoon, DEC, cum laude

Zachary E. Yanez, MAR, cum laude

Blancaflor A. Zamora, cum laude

Geny Wu Yetzke, DEC

Michael James Zapotosky IV, DEC, cum laude

Josephine J. Yip, DEC

Kevin Gabriel Zepeda, MAR

Theresa Candida Aguilar

Fon Yao Chau-Rose

Emily Bermejo

Sarah Jean Dewolf-Salazar

Becky Lynne Casner, MAR

Nicole Marie Gallaga, MAR

RN to BS

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Chesther Marc Gamayo

Laura Elizabeth Monteith

Amber Leigh Garcia, DEC

Ana Carolina Morales, DEC, cum laude

Jennifer Ann Giordano, MAR, cum laude

Michael Lambert Nix, MAR

Jennay Nicole Harrison

Lesley Anne O'Neill, MAR

Zuzana Chalupova Linder, cum laude

Elizabeth Rivas, DEC

Dolly Elaine Litvinoff, cum laude

Amy Rivera, DEC, cum laude

Sidethra Priscilla Luna, magna cum laude

Ana Berta Valdez, DEC

Irwin Jaime Marin, MAR

Amy Michelle Waggle

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Christine Wahidi, DEC

Christina Yang Xu, summa cum laude

Kimberly Lynn Watson

MASTER OF SCIENCE Jenna Laurie Chavez

Alma Ruby Mondragon, DEC

BS Pacific Union College 2016

BS Loma Linda University SN 2014

Jorge Eliecer Mesa, DEC

Allison Helene Wonoprabowo

BS Loma Linda University SN 2015

BS Biola University 2012

DOCTOR OF NURSING PRACTICE Shabana Ahmad

Kristen Caroline Bowen

BSN West Coast University 2012

BSN Pacific Union College 2014

Paul Henry Asenjo, DEC

Odeli Margot Burgueno

BS AdventHealth University 2004

BS Loma Linda University SN 2014 Dean’s Award, Graduate Program

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Noemi Avila

Brittany Christian Burney

BS Loma Linda University SN 2008

BSN West Coast University 2017

Safiya Damali Daley

Aarati Ghimire

BS Loma Linda University SN 2014

BSN Rajiv Gandhi University of Health

MS Loma Linda University SN 2019

Sciences 2010

Tiffany Salena De Jesus

Ashley M. Gushulak, DEC

BA University of California, Santa Barbara

BS National University 2015

2004 BS Loma Linda University SN 2008

Mark A. Dimaggio, Jr., DEC

Melissa Hamilton

BSN The University of Texas at Arlington 2016

BS University of California, Davis 2006 BSN The University of Texas at Arlington 2015

Katherine Virginia Egan, DEC

Kimberly Bock Hanson

BS Long Island University, Brooklyn Campus

BA Walla Walla University 1999

2013

BS Loma Linda University SN 2005

David William Ferrer, DEC

Misun Kang

BS Loma Linda University SN 2014

BS University of Colorado, Colorado Springs 2015 BS Loma Linda University SN 2018

Michelle P. Forbes, MAR

Evelyn Giannina Kelley

BSN University of Phoenix, Online Campus

BS Loma Linda University SN 2017

2009 MSN Grand Canyon University 2015 DNP Project Award

Precious Galos

Kellilynn Lee Kochever

BSN University of San Francisco 2015

BS Loma Linda University SN 2018 BA California State University, San Bernardino 2018

Reynaldo Mejia Gamo, Jr.

Le Li, DEC

BSN University of Phoenix, Online Campus

BS Civil Aviation University of China 2006

2012

MS Lehigh University 2008 BSN University of Massachusetts, Amherst 2016

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Angelica Llamas, DEC

Ojeni Oroojian

BS Loma Linda University SN 2013

BS California State University, Northridge 2017

Anthony Ray Lucero

Rachel Jennifer Pandiangan

BS Loma Linda University SN 2018

BS Southwestern Adventist University 2013

NP Student of the Year Award

Wasin Luckanavanich, DEC

Priscilla Rivera Pegis

BSN West Coast University 2012

BS Loma Linda University SN 1988

Jose Alfredo Lupian

Jean A. Ricafort

BA Thomas Edison State College 2009

BS University of Cebu 1992

BSN University of Oklahoma Health Sciences

MS Capella University

Center 2011

Cailey Gene Lushanko, DEC

Brock Reginald Rodgers

BS Loma Linda University SN 2014

BS Loma Linda University SN 2017

Aileen Castro Manalu, DEC

Sandra Luz Rodriguez

BS Loma Linda University SN 2012

BS San Diego State University, Imperial Valley 2013

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Breanne Leigh Markowitz

Jaimie Linn Ruiz

BS Samuel Merritt University 2005

BS Loma Linda University SN 2015

Sara Munawar

Priscilla Marie Santos

BS University of Health Sciences, Lahore 2010

BS Loma Linda University SN 2015

Sandee Marie Sapien, DEC

Roxanna Maria Stead

BS California State University, San Bernardino

BS California State University, Dominguez

2009

Hills 2009

Grace Lillian Coe Satterfield, DEC

Melinda Sue Steinhoefel, DEC

BA University of Arizona 2007

BS Loma Linda University SN 1979

BSN Concordia University, Irvine 2012

Ariel Nohelani Hair Shimmon, DEC

Jennifer Lee Tapia

BS University of Hawaii, Manoa 2007

BS Loma Linda University SN 2010

Kelvin Min Soo Sin

Victoria Teppone

BSN West Coast University 2015

BS Southern Adventist University 2015 MS Loma Linda University SN 2019

Kimberly-Nicolle Valdez Singngam

Kandavin Thong

BS Loma Linda University SN 2007

BS Loma Linda University SN 2016

Jacob Oliver Smith, DEC

Desiree De Jesus Torsney

BSN Western Governors University 2015

BA University of California, Santa Barbara 2004 BS Loma Linda University SN 2007 MSN University of California, Los Angeles 2012

Leon Ross Smith

Jennifer Nicole Twohig

BSN East Carolina University 2015

BS University of Nevada, Las Vegas 2008

Lawrence Soto, Jr., DEC

Tracy Vuong

BS University of Hawaii, Manoa 2014

BS American University of Health Sciences 2012

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Valerie Leona Williams

Isabelle Zhang

BS Pacific Union College 1982

BS California State University, Fullerton 2013

BSN Pacific Union College 1986

MBA University of California, Irvine 2016

MS California State University, San Bernardino 2003

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY In conjunction with the Faculty of Graduate Studies Nancy Brashear, MAR BS Loma Linda University SN 2000

Dissertation: Physiological Effects of Handling in Moderate to Late Preterm Infants Receiving Neonatal Intensive Care PhD Dissertation Award

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Undergraduate Senior Class Officers President: Erick R. Lindberg Spiritual Vice President: Anthony D. Esquivel IV Social Vice President: Estuardo Imanol Sagastume Historian: Amanda Nicole Schultz Secretary: Shelby Rae Lynn Herling Treasurer: Manveer Kaur Sekhon

Undergraduate Faculty Sponsors

Sara Allen Larsen, Assistant Professor of Nursing Erin Heim, Assistant Professor of Nursing Nancy Brashear, Instructor of Nursing

Staff Sponsor

Jackson Boren, Director Alumni Relations

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Nurse's Pledge

I solemnly pledge myself, before God and in the presence of this assembly to practice faithfully my profession of nursing.

I will do all in my power to make and maintain the highest standards and practices of my profession.

I will hold in confidence all personal matters committed to my keeping in the practice of my calling.

I will serve as a loyal member of the health care team and will devote myself to the welfare of my patients, my families, and my community.

I will endeavor to fulfill my rights and privileges as a good citizen, and to take my share of responsibility in promoting the health and welfare of my community.

I will constantly endeavor to increase my knowledge and skills in nursing and to use them wisely.

I will zealously seek to nurse those who are ill, wherever they may be and whenever they are in need.

I will be active in assisting others in safeguarding and promoting the health and happiness of humanity.

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Adapted from the International Pledge of Nursing

Gabrielle E. Martinez — President’s Award

B.S. Loma Linda University SN 2022 President’s Award 2022

Gabrielle Elise Martinez was born in Temple, Texas. At the age of three, she and her family moved to Redlands, California where she spent the remainder of her childhood, until leaving to attend the University of Montana on a Division 1 softball scholarship.

While at the University of Montana she pursued a degree in health and human performance with an emphasis on exercise science.

Gabrielle was inspired to become a nurse by her mother, as she watched her care for others; that sparked a desire in her to pursue the same career path. She acknowledges God as the center of her life and relies on her faith for guidance. Anyone who has had an opportunity to interact with Gabrielle would agree that God’s light is reflected in all that she does.

While a student at Loma Linda University, she has been very active and has used her leadership skills and faith to positively influence those around her. She served as Spiritual VP during her junior year, and for the Association for Student Nurses (ASN); she also volunteered as a mentor at the Academic Center for Excellence (ACE), a department within the School of Nursing that empowers, enables, and encourages students as they navigate their academic programs.

Gabrielle has also participated on several mission trips including Mexico and Brazil. Gabrielle’s dream career is to work in the NICU and continue to serve on medical missions around the world.

For her outstanding academic performance, leadership, and community service engagement, the School of Nursing honors Gabrielle Elise Martinez with the 2022 PRESIDENT’S AWARD. This award will be presented to her at the Conferring of Degrees ceremony for the school at 6:30 p.m.

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THE GOOD SAMARITAN The Good Samaritan, the four-figure sculpture located on the mall of Loma Linda University, is a representation of the parable told

by Jesus in Luke 10:30–37. It was sculpted by Alan Collins and dedicated and unveiled at Loma Linda University on May 31, 1981.

The sculpture speaks eloquently of the compassionate practice of the healing arts and of our mission— “to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ”—and of the motto of this health sciences University—“To make man whole.”

The Good Samaritan has been incorporated into the diploma as a screened background since 2006.

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