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·Who'sWho Among Students in Ameri
Meredith Detwiler
Meredith Detwiler, English and secondary education major and psychology minor, has a long list of activities, services and jobs that helped her gain the Who's Who Award.
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She is involved with Psi Chi Psychology, Delta Epsilon Sigma, Lambda Iota Tau and Sigma Rho Nat,i9nal Honor ~----~ Societies and Cabrini College Honor Society. She 1s'aiso participating in the Middle States Faculty Committee and·is a Student Ambassador.
"Not only am I dedicated to achievement and success, but recognize the value of interaction and participation with peers and professors;' Meredith said.
Although she is graduating she hopes that her involvement has impacted another's educational experience. "By demonstrating sincerity, personal integrity, humility, and dedication, and unacknowledged difference has been made.
ChrissyRemley
Chrissy Remley, accounting and finance major, has excelled in scholarship, leadership, and service.
Her activities include Honor Society, Delta Epsilon Sigma, Sigma Beta Delta, Financial Management Associate, Student Affiliate of Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants, President of the Finance Club, Accounting Association, leader for the Search Retreat and dance team.
She also participates in the Food Bank, Operation Santa Clause, Exfam's Click Campaign, Fair Trade Coffee Campai'gn, Financial Literacy Program, Teachers Aid, Philadelphia Reads Day and the VITA Program.
She plans on becoming a Chartered Financial Analyst. She currently is an intern in the Accounting department at an insurance company and hopes of moving into the Financial Analyst Department.
Her leadership positions have served as a way of making an impact on the campus and its students.
ChristineMcCarty
Christine McCarty, elementary and special education major, received this award for her dedication to her education and commitment to becoming an exceptional teacher.
She is a teacher for The Institute for Mathematics and Computer Science. She is also working for a company called Keane where she is gaining many professional skills.
On campus she is a part of the Honor Society, Kappa Delta Pi (Sigma Rho), Council for Exceptional Children and the Pennsylvania State Education Association. She has also volunteered with Saint Cabrini Home Assisted Living Facility, Don Guanella and Up 'Til Dawn.
Christine plans on utilizing her skills she learned at Cabrini focusing on Special Education and plans to remain in the Delaware County so as to continue living with her supportive parents.
By working hard to achieve academic goals at school and getting involved with the community, Christine feels that she has made a positive difference.
Colleen Hoy
As an active student, Colleen Hoy has made her four years memorable. She has been a part of many great things on and off campus such the Pilot Program for "leadership with a heart," SGA and studying abroad in Australia.
Colleen has been inv(jlved with campus ministry by being a Search Leader, first year retreat leader and Appalachia leader. She also has participated in community service programs like Hand-in-Hand, Ronald McDonald House and Habitat for Humanities.
As an elementary education major she has gained valuable experience by helping out as an aid at various elementary schools.
After graduation she plans on finding a teaching position in elementary education. Her four years were beneficial and meaningful here at Cabrini giving her the experience she needs. "During my time here I have learned about others and myself. I have made wonderful friendships and the memories will last a life time," Colleen said. "Cabrini is a school where you can strive to be the best person you can be, and that is what I have done."
Megan Beaudy
Megan Beaudy, elementary, special and early education major, has taken advantage of Cabrini's small nature and has exceled academically.
Through various activities, such as SGA, PSEA and Sima Rho, she has obtained great knowledge in leadership roles while also maintaining a job in the Admissions office as Student Ambassador and working at Cabrini's pre-school. She has volunteered in the Wolfington Center, was a Bonner leader, a Delta Epsilon sigma mem~ her, Special Olympic volunteer for four years, on the alumni board, library committee and Executive Director for Up 'Til Dawn.
She plans on taking this experience and utilizing it to further her education -at Washington University in St. Louis for their graduate program in deaf education.
"The best way I have made a positive difference is through the Up 'Til Dawn organization," she said. "It is in our Cabrini education of the heart to be individuals who help others and that is exactly what students here have been doing with us all year round."
RichardDeMatteo
Richard DeMatteo, psychology major and human resources minor, has involved himself in many ways on campus in order to enhance his growth. He has put his all into his classes to maintain a 3.0 GPA while being active in a number of activities.
Some of these activities include SGA, Roller Hockey and Psi Chi, Orientation Leader and community service at Don Guanella. Richard was also named Mr. Cabrini of 2005.
After graduation, Richard plans on getting his masters in Human Resources. He has already been accepted into St. Joe's but is still waiting to hear from Villanova. He will be living at home so as to save money while working during the day and going to school at night
"I've tried to become a person that people could count on at Cabrini, " Richard said. He has shown this through the many organizations that are aimed t bringing positive changes to Cabrini. "This school helped me realize what I had inside of me," he said. "I'll never forget what Cabrini has done for me."
CristinMarcy -~~---~
Cristin Marcy, English and communication major from Luzerne, PA, has dedicated her time at Cabrini to the four core values, the students and to making positive changes.
Cristin has been a member of SGA for the past three years and is currently the Vice President of Administration. She was also the Features editor for The Loqwtur last year as well as being named Miss Cabrini of 2004. Cristin has volunteered at the Cabrini nursing home and has on campus in the marketing and communication department.
Upon graduating, Cristin plans on work in public relations and staying in the area.
Cristin has made a positive difference at Cabrini through SGA and being able to work with other students as a team. During her four years here, Cristin's outgoing personality has made a lot of people smile that makes for an overall positive atmosphere.
Craig William Vagell,Jr.
Craig William Vagell, Jr, English and communication major, has been extremely involved with Cabrini. His activities include being a Resident Assistant, Vice President of Campus Activities, CAP Board, Student Ambassador, Public Relations Officer for L_J IIIJL_J the Up 'Ti! Dawn, Operations Manager for 89.l The Burn, the Studio Manager for the video department, the President of the Future Broadcast Pioneers and a member of Phi Delta Epsilon Honor Society.
Craig is the fonner Treasurer for CAP Board, CAV Sound Technician, MC for midnight madness, Production Director and Assistant Manager for 89.l The Burn. Through his tremendous involvement and constant positive outlook, Craig has had a positive influence on Cabrini.
After graduating Craig plans to continue his volunteer work as a firefighter and ambulance driver for his hometown of Cedar Knolls, NJ. He also plans to continue with his DJ business catled Rockin DJ's. Craig would like to work in New York City with a job in video production.
HeatherSt. Amour
Heather St. Amour, biology and pre-medicine major, has. worked hard in regards to leadership roles and academics during her four years at Cabrini.
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Her activities have provided her with experience and exposure needed to obtain her future goals. She has been part of the Science club, Beta Beta Beta Treasurer, women's soccer captain for three years and a boplogy tutor.
She has also been involved with volunteer work at ACLAMO and interned at Total Rehabilitation in East Brunswick, NJ.
She hopes to further her education at Thomas Jefferson University after graduation and achieving her goal of receiving a job in the science field.
The fact that she pursued her academics and involvement while being a major athlete in the soccer team at Cabrini has helped her persevere her goals. ''I made a positive difference by getting through college as a student athlete and receiving this award," Heather said.
Jaclyn Fox
Jaclyn Fox, history and political science major from North East Philadelphia, believes that receiving the Who's Who award is a great honor.
Her experience with being president of the history and political club for two years, president of the Phi Alpha Theta, member of the student academic board, and history tutor, she knows what it takes to be a leader while excelling academically. She also served on the Liturgical Ministry Planning Committee and was involved with radio station promotions. She has been accepted to Villanova for a master's in history and plans on staying in the area.
"I hope I have made a positive difference especially with the history department as a tutor and with the student academic board;' she said.