CASNR Salute to Graduates | Spring 2025

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Salute to Graduates is a personalized recognition ceremony and a CASNR tradition that began in 2005. The event takes place the Friday before graduation and brings together graduates' family, faculty and staff to honor their success. It is sponsored by the College and its Alumni Association. Read more about CASNR's Salute to Graduates here: https://casnr.unl.edu/salute-graduates

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[00:00:00.000]Well, good evening.
[00:00:06.760]It is so great to see the turnout for the May 2025 CASNR Salute to Graduates.
[00:00:14.920]My name is Tiffany Hang-Moss, and I have the honor of serving as Dean for
[00:00:19.180]the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources.
[00:00:23.120]This evening's event is a wonderful opportunity for
[00:00:26.640]us to recognize our CASNR graduates and celebrate their tremendous achievements.
[00:00:33.620]To the graduates, I extend heartfelt congratulations
[00:00:38.520]on reaching this significant milestone.
[00:00:41.640]You did it.
[00:00:42.780]You have worked hard and today we honor your dedication and your achievements.
[00:00:48.160]Could the graduates, could you all stand so that we can applaud you?
[00:00:52.980]To
[00:01:08.500]the family and friends of the graduates, we know that this is a very special time for
[00:01:13.100]you and so we are so pleased that you could join us this evening.
[00:01:17.460]And so could we take this opportunity to have all of you stand so
[00:01:21.560]that your graduates.
[00:01:22.960]As well of us in the college can thank you.
[00:01:25.560]Graduation not only holds a very special meaning for our graduates and
[00:01:44.480]their families, but also for the faculty and staff in the college.
[00:01:48.660]We have had the honor of getting to know this amazingly
[00:01:52.580]talented group of students.
[00:01:54.820]We have helped them to discover their unique talents and strengths.
[00:01:59.940]And we have witnessed firsthand them developing into the professionals,
[00:02:04.960]the leaders, and change makers that they are.
[00:02:07.880]We are truly very, very proud of them.
[00:02:10.620]As you will discover today, when our graduates are recognized,
[00:02:16.080]they possess incredible talents and interests.
[00:02:19.760]They have chosen diverse career pathways.
[00:02:22.200]Spanning from food science to animal science to agronomy to plant and landscape systems, plant biology, grassland systems, veterinary science, wildlife biology, natural resources and environmental studies and sciences pathways.
[00:02:41.700]Insect science, biochemistry, microbiology, forensic science, agribusiness, economics, entrepreneurship,
[00:02:51.820]organization, engineering, design, and leadership, education and communication.
[00:02:58.760]Their achievements are as diverse as their career interests.
[00:03:02.700]They have made significant contributions to our research and discovery, our teaching and
[00:03:07.820]learning and our extension and engagement missions and given back to the college, the
[00:03:13.100]university, and the state of Nebraska in so many ways.
[00:03:17.580]They embody optimism and self-confidence with a strong sense of
[00:03:21.440]their role and responsibility as global citizens.
[00:03:24.800]Our graduates are servant leaders who demonstrate an unwavering commitment to their communities.
[00:03:31.180]They are the dreamers, the doers, and the difference makers who will shape a better
[00:03:35.620]place for future generations.
[00:03:38.440]It is now my pleasure to introduce May Kester with the Kasner Dean's Office, who will present
[00:03:44.000]the May 2025 Dr. Nicole Frerich Spirit Award.
[00:03:51.060]Hello, everyone.
[00:03:59.700]We all fit in the room.
[00:04:01.360]I'm so excited about this.
[00:04:03.680]So at every salute, I have the pleasure of presenting the Dr. Nicole Frerich's Award.
[00:04:09.760]This is an award that we started in 2021 to honor a former colleague and friend and an
[00:04:17.060]incredible mentor, Dr. Nicole Frerich, who passed away.
[00:04:20.680]She passed away from breast cancer in 2021 at the age of 35.
[00:04:26.540]She was an incredible person who cared about students.
[00:04:32.480]She put students first and was available to students all the time.
[00:04:37.940]And hers is a legacy that we just all strive to achieve.
[00:04:43.620]So I have the pleasure of presenting this year's Dr. Nicole Frerich's Award.
[00:04:50.300]Casner's Spirit Award and this year the award will go to Trey Lamb-Kittens.
[00:04:58.660]Trey, I'm going to ask Trey to come up on stage with me.
[00:05:10.140]So here's just a little bit about Trey for all of you.
[00:05:12.640]Trey's made a lasting impression on the Casner and broader UNL community through its leadership,
[00:05:18.920]service,
[00:05:19.920]and delivering resilience.
[00:05:21.760]Trey faced -- or Trey overcame significant challenges during his college career, including
[00:05:28.740]the loss of his mom to lung cancer just days before his junior year.
[00:05:34.140]Trey's determination -- and, yes, he made it to school that first day that year.
[00:05:38.900]Trey's determination and optimism served as a springboard to push through the difficult
[00:05:44.300]times, keep going, and complete his bachelor's degree within four years.
[00:05:49.040]Trey's contribution,
[00:05:49.540]contributions to the college and to UNL are significant.
[00:05:54.180]He's been involved in several student organizations, participated on student panels, held two student
[00:06:00.820]worker positions, volunteered in our community, served as the president of the CASNR Student
[00:06:06.140]Advisory Board, and participated in fundraising for cancer research.
[00:06:11.100]But I have to say one of Trey's most meaningful contributions to UNL is founding Husker Cancer
[00:06:18.160]Support,
[00:06:19.160]a campus-wide initiative providing community and outreach for those affected by cancer.
[00:06:27.040]Through his experience, Trey became aware of many other students, faculty, and staff
[00:06:31.620]on campus who have been affected by a cancer diagnosis either directly or indirectly.
[00:06:38.040]He was inspired to create an event that could bring people together and build a network
[00:06:43.320]of support.
[00:06:44.840]Now in its third year, the event has grown significantly and become
[00:06:48.780]a UNL tradition.
[00:06:51.080]Trey embodies the belief that every person and every interaction matters, and there's
[00:06:56.420]no doubt that he will continue to make a profound difference in the world.
[00:07:00.880]Congratulations, Trey.
[00:07:01.960]Many of our
[00:07:29.760]CASNR graduates
[00:07:31.580]will be graduating with honors during tomorrow's commencement.
[00:07:35.980]We would like to take a moment to recognize their accomplishments.
[00:07:39.180]So, 26 CASNR students are graduating with distinction, which means that they have achieved
[00:07:45.860]a cumulative GPA of 3.8 to 3.849.
[00:07:52.100]Since we have the students in the room, if you are one of those individuals, could you
[00:07:56.220]please stand?
[00:08:01.200]We have 61 students that are graduating with high distinction and achieved a cumulative
[00:08:18.020]GPA of 3.85 to 3.919.
[00:08:23.340]Could those students please stand?
[00:08:30.820]And 14 CASNR students are graduating with highest distinction.
[00:08:41.240]They have maintained a cumulative GPA of 3.92 to 4.0 and have completed a senior thesis.
[00:08:49.300]Could those students please stand?
[00:09:00.440]16 of our students have participated all four years in the university's honors program.
[00:09:08.840]And then the Chancellor's Scholar.
[00:09:10.900]This award is designated for students who have received an A on all of their graded
[00:09:16.560]coursework at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
[00:09:20.460]And this distinction is shared by only 110 students that will be graduating tomorrow.
[00:09:27.420]And I'm really proud that of those 110 students.
[00:09:30.060]113 of them are CASNR graduates.
[00:09:32.960]So if we have any of our Chancellor's Scholars, can you please stand.
[00:09:46.220]We also have a few of our graduate students who just participated in our graduate commencement
[00:09:53.140]right before this event.
[00:09:55.000]And they are also joining us this evening too, so you will get to congratulate them
[00:09:59.280]as they walk across the stage.
[00:09:59.680]And then finally, we recognize that each of our graduates has their unique talents and
[00:10:08.220]gifts.
[00:10:09.220]They have overcome challenges and leveraged the opportunities provided to them.
[00:10:13.980]And again, we are so very, very proud of our graduates.
[00:10:17.240]It is now my distinct pleasure to introduce Dr. Mike Boehm.
[00:10:21.640]He serves as Vice President of Agriculture and Natural Resources, as well as the INR
[00:10:27.680]Hireland Vice Chancellor for the University.
[00:10:29.300]Mike Boehm: Well, thanks, Tiffany, and congratulations to our amazing students, and great to see
[00:10:42.120]all the family members here.
[00:10:43.540]When I first got here, this room was about two-thirds of the way of what it is today,
[00:10:49.000]and we decided we needed to build a bigger room to fit everybody, so it's exciting.
[00:10:54.040]At IANR, we are about the people, the food, the water, and the natural resources.
[00:10:58.920]IANR's innovation in research and discovery, teaching and learning, extension and engagement
[00:11:11.640]really does place the Big Red in, place Nebraska on the leading edge of food production, environmental
[00:11:18.040]stewardship, human nutrition, business development, and youth engagement, just to name a few.
[00:11:25.040]Composed of the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources,
[00:11:28.540]or CASNR, the Agricultural Research Division, or ARD, Nebraska Extension, and the ARD and
[00:11:36.780]Extension components of the three departments in the College of Education and Human Sciences,
[00:11:42.140]IANR is committed to growing the future of Nebraska's people, businesses, and communities.
[00:11:49.520]Now onto the main part of the show in the evening.
[00:11:52.920]We'll recognize our CASNR May 2025 graduates as each graduate is introduced.
[00:11:58.160]They will be congratulated on the stage here by Dean Heng Moss and a representative from their degree program.
[00:12:06.160]Tiffany's already on the stage, so she's stepped up.
[00:12:09.660]We'll begin with students who will be graduating with a degree from the Department of Agricultural Economics.
[00:12:15.660]Dr. Fabio Matos, associate professor in the department, will be representing this area.
[00:12:21.660]I'd ask that you please hold your applause until all students from each of the academic units have been recognized
[00:12:27.780]The crowd always gets into it, so you'll catch on here pretty quick. Thanks.
[00:12:35.780]Allison Carpenter is from Scotts Bluff, Nebraska and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Agribusiness.
[00:12:40.780]She plans to move to Ames, Iowa to work as a research assistant in Power Pollen.
[00:12:44.780]During college, Allison had been most proud of serving on the Panhellenic Council as a Vice President of Service and Community Outreach.
[00:12:57.400]Sarah Cox is from Warsaw, New York and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Economics.
[00:13:02.400]She plans to return to the dairy industry to serve producers and work on building her own herd.
[00:13:08.400]She is proud of her growth and accomplishments on the equestrian team, including high point rider at her final show.
[00:13:14.400]Her greatest adventure was completing an apprenticeship at the feed yard in Texas.
[00:13:22.400]Samuel Skobdal is from Harrison, Nebraska, receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Economics.
[00:13:27.020]Sam will return home to continue a family legacy of cattle ranching and will eventually end up in Arizona as a cowboy.
[00:13:35.020]He is most proud of starting his own custom leather business to serve the working cowboys.
[00:13:44.020]Hannah Williams is from North Bend, Nebraska, receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Agribusiness.
[00:13:49.020]Hannah will be working as a crop insurance agent at Farm Credit Services of America.
[00:13:54.020]Her greatest accomplishment in college was saying yes to her dream.
[00:13:56.640]She said yes to opportunities which allowed her to make more valuable connections.
[00:14:03.640]Nolan Wolf is from Lincoln, Nebraska, receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Agribusiness.
[00:14:08.640]He will be working at the Field Sales Representative Trainee for Bayer CropScience, representing DeKalb, Ascrow Seed, and West Central Minnesota.
[00:14:16.640]He is most proud of being part of the CASNR Career Services team and Dr. Iqbal's Soil Research Lab.
[00:14:26.260]Seth Wright is from Petersburg, Nebraska, receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Agribusiness.
[00:14:30.940]Seth will be working at the Beginning Farmer Program Specialist at First State Bank in Lincoln.
[00:14:36.280]He is most proud of founding Scrappy Woods Works LLC during his time in the Angler Program
[00:14:41.900]and intends to continue running the business.
[00:14:44.480]Would you join me in giving a round of applause to all of our Ag Econ students?
[00:14:55.880]I love the spirit.
[00:15:01.520]Next we'll be recognizing students that will be graduating with degrees from the Department
[00:15:05.880]of Agricultural Leadership, Education, and Communication.
[00:15:09.700]Dr. Mark Bolschweid, head of the department, will be representing this area.
[00:15:15.400]Alexandra Kohfeldt is from Cheyenne, Wyoming, and is receiving a Bachelor of Science in
[00:15:19.060]Agricultural Leadership, Education, and Communication.
[00:15:22.260]After graduation, she'll be working full-time as an Assistant Sustainability Coordinator
[00:15:25.500]for Lincoln Public Schools.
[00:15:27.780]She is most proud of how she refined her skills as a communicator and built confidence in
[00:15:31.740]a variety of media types during her ALEC coursework.
[00:15:39.300]Victoria Fairbanks is from Ord, Nebraska, and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:15:42.860]in Agricultural Leadership, Education, and Communication.
[00:15:45.620]She is most proud of starting her two businesses and building a strong network of friends,
[00:15:49.940]mentors, and supporters who have helped her grow.
[00:15:52.900]Her greatest educational experience was being part of the
[00:15:55.120]Engler program and coaching students as a TA for the Engler New Venture Experience course.
[00:16:06.760]Natalie Gonzalez-Miranda is from Omaha, Nebraska, and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:16:10.920]in Agricultural Leadership, Education, and Communication.
[00:16:13.780]She is most proud of her continuous challenging herself specifically and completing her honors
[00:16:17.720]thesis in only three years.
[00:16:19.980]Her greatest educational experience while in college were those that allowed her to
[00:16:23.760]push herself out
[00:16:24.740]of her comfort zone and diverse experiences, such as a study abroad trip to Australia.
[00:16:33.780]Kristen Herrick is from Franklin, Nebraska, and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:16:36.880]in Agricultural Leadership, Education, and Communication.
[00:16:40.260]Kristen plans to stay in Lincoln and work in her role where she can advocate for agriculture
[00:16:45.500]while growing her small business, KK Pork.
[00:16:48.740]She is grateful for the Engler program for helping her grow her business and building
[00:16:52.780]friendships that turn into a strong
[00:16:54.360]personal and professional network.
[00:17:01.320]Riley Krause is from New York, Nebraska and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:17:04.160]in Agricultural Education and Applied Science.
[00:17:06.980]After graduation, she will be teaching Ag Education and co-advising FFA at Lakeview
[00:17:11.940]Community School in Columbus.
[00:17:14.380]Riley's greatest educational experience was student teaching at Central City, which confirmed
[00:17:18.300]her passion for teaching and helped her grow both personally and professionally.
[00:17:23.980]Madison Krifols is from Syracuse, Nebraska, and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:17:29.900]in Agricultural Leadership Education and Communication.
[00:17:32.740]Madison will be working full-time for her business InfoFilm, where she will be capturing
[00:17:36.540]the story of the agricultural industry.
[00:17:39.540]She is grateful for the connections she has created throughout the past four years.
[00:17:43.700]They will serve her in many areas of her future.
[00:17:50.220]Kendra Lowski is from Blair, Nebraska, and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:17:53.600]in Agricultural Leadership Education and Communication.
[00:17:55.740]She plans to pursue a career within human resources, specifically talent acquisition.
[00:18:00.320]Kendra is most proud of being involved on campus and meeting organizations that helped
[00:18:03.880]her get the most out of her college experience and gain lifelong friends.
[00:18:12.320]Rayma Maggett is from Boone, North Carolina, and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:18:16.140]in Agricultural Leadership Education and Communication.
[00:18:19.900]Rayma is most proud of completion and premiere of her distinct project.
[00:18:23.220]Rayma has a distinct project documentary on African-American farmers and food culture.
[00:18:27.380]Her favorite adventures were having a fake wedding, winning a dance competition, and
[00:18:32.000]camping in Sue Allen's basement while dog-sitting.
[00:18:39.600]Jayah Nelson is from Bassett, Nebraska, and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:18:42.100]in Agricultural Leadership Education and Communication.
[00:18:45.820]Jayah will be attending graduate school on a rodeo assistantship.
[00:18:49.400]She is most proud of starting a breakaway coaching business to help young women
[00:18:52.840]break into the rodeo world.
[00:18:59.200]Dani Osmond is from Broken Bow, Nebraska, and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:19:01.920]in Agricultural Leadership Education and Communication.
[00:19:04.660]Dani will be continuing her work with the Boys and Girls Club of Lincoln Lancaster County
[00:19:09.400]as a club operations specialist.
[00:19:11.960]Her greatest accomplishment has been her journey from volunteering at the Boys and Girls Club
[00:19:17.360]for her interpersonal skills for leadership class to securing a full-time role.
[00:19:22.460]Kari Saney is from Norfolk, Nebraska and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in
[00:19:30.460]Agriculture Leadership Education and Communication.
[00:19:33.700]She'll be working at Central Valley Ag on the Marketing and Communications team while
[00:19:37.120]still completing showing livestock.
[00:19:40.260]An achievement she is most proud of is completing all of her internship, which eventually led
[00:19:45.140]to the start of her career.
[00:19:52.080]Let's give our AAALAC graduates a round of applause.
[00:20:04.380]Next we'll be recognizing our students that are graduating with degrees from the Department
[00:20:08.680]of Agronomy and Horticulture.
[00:20:10.520]Dr. Martha Mamo, Department Head, will be representing this area.
[00:20:18.460]William Anderson is a major in Landscape Systems
[00:20:21.700]Education and is from Gothenburg, Nebraska, and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:20:26.500]in Plant and Landscape Systems.
[00:20:27.960]He plans to attend graduate school at Texas A&M in Horticulture and Plant Breeding Program.
[00:20:32.840]His greatest experience was going to Hawaii with the Horticulture Club, where he enjoyed
[00:20:37.240]learning about different types of flora and fauna.
[00:20:44.700]Ashton Boehm is from Mandan, North Dakota, and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:20:48.500]in Agronomy.
[00:20:49.660]She will be attending Oklahoma State University
[00:20:51.320]to pursue a Master's degree in Plant and Soil Sciences.
[00:20:55.020]Impact Collegiate experience included staying abroad in Rwanda, two internships with global
[00:21:01.160]agro-sciences companies, and competing on the CROPS team.
[00:21:08.860]Charlotte Brockman is from Gooding, Idaho, and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:21:11.980]in Agronomy.
[00:21:13.040]She plans to pursue a dual Master's degree at the University of Arkansas to study Rural
[00:21:17.920]Development and Food Resilience.
[00:21:20.940]She is proud of earning second place at the National Soil Judging Competition and growing
[00:21:24.480]through teamwork and hands-on field experiences.
[00:21:32.920]Maggie Knudstedt is from Eustis, Nebraska, and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:21:36.160]in Agronomy.
[00:21:37.460]After graduation, she will be working for Country Partners.
[00:21:40.440]Maggie is most proud of her involvement with Agronomy Club and having the opportunity to
[00:21:44.760]serve as the Vice President.
[00:21:50.560]Trey Lampkins is from Union, Nebraska, and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:21:53.920]in Plant and Landscape Systems.
[00:21:55.980]He will be interning at Kimmel Orchard this summer, then working towards a Master's degree
[00:21:59.620]in Horticulture with the goal of pursuing a career in Nebraska Extension.
[00:22:03.120]Trey's favorite experiences while in college were being on the 2024 Humcoaning Finalists,
[00:22:08.560]2025 Student Luminary Award recipient, leading the 2024-2025 CASNR Student Advisory Board
[00:22:14.260]as President, and serving as a catalyst for the Husker Cancer Support event.
[00:22:20.180]Brooke Meinecke is from Lincoln, Nebraska, and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:22:26.500]in Plant and Landscape Systems.
[00:22:28.380]She will be working with Lincoln, Parks and Rec over the summer and continuing her education
[00:22:32.680]at the Floral Design Institute in the fall.
[00:22:35.600]Brooke is most proud of being part of the Holder Culture Club because it has given her
[00:22:39.240]meaningful learning opportunities and lasting friendships.
[00:22:47.800]Colton Pugh is from Shreveport, Louisiana.
[00:22:49.800]He is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Horticulture.
[00:22:52.860]He will continue working full-time as a beginning designer in Horticulture for Canopy Gardens
[00:22:57.860]in Elkhorn, Nebraska, as well as continue to grow his personal LLC.
[00:23:02.980]Colton's favorite experiences were the many site visits and hands-on experience in Professor
[00:23:07.620]Kim Todd's classes.
[00:23:13.560]Gracie Snyder is from Cozette, Nebraska and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:23:16.600]in Agronomy.
[00:23:17.900]She plans to join the team.
[00:23:19.420]She will work as a seed specialist and crop consultant.
[00:23:26.240]She is most proud of passing the exams to become a certified crop advisor to enhance
[00:23:30.880]her professional reputation.
[00:23:36.360]Cory Shoemaker is from Wausau, Nebraska and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:23:39.280]in Plant and Landscape Systems.
[00:23:41.820]He plans to work as a noxious weed inspector and continue pursuing his passion as a content
[00:23:46.080]creator.
[00:23:47.080]Cory's greatest educational experience was his internship.
[00:23:49.040]He has internships working alongside master gardeners to manage the Backyard Farmer Garden.
[00:23:57.160]Caleb Senth is from Hampton, Nebraska and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:24:00.180]in Agronomy.
[00:24:01.180]After graduation, he will be working full-time as a farmhand for Holes Farms in Cortland,
[00:24:06.680]Nebraska.
[00:24:07.680]Caleb is most proud of being involved with organizations such as the Kasner Student Advisory
[00:24:11.640]Board and Nebraska Agricultural Youth Council, making a difference on campus and in the lives
[00:24:17.400]of others.
[00:24:18.660]Bryce Wimham is from Lincoln, Nebraska and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:24:25.540]in agronomy.
[00:24:26.540]He has accepted a role as the orchard and vineyard manager at the Kimmel Orchard in
[00:24:30.700]Nebraska City.
[00:24:32.380]Bryce's greatest experience was helping teach Plant Science 131 and watching students develop
[00:24:37.700]a love of plants.
[00:24:43.060]Kaylee Ziegler is from Waco, Nebraska and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:24:46.720]in agronomy.
[00:24:48.280]She plans to be part of her family's corn and soybean operation and beginning cut flower
[00:24:51.960]production.
[00:24:53.180]She is most proud of the people that she has met and the connections that she has made
[00:24:57.780]that will last a lifetime.
[00:24:59.720]She has also enjoyed traveling to Boston, Texas, Idaho, and Arkansas.
[00:25:08.400]Yoshinara Tunasana is from Rangpur, Bangladesh and is receiving a Master of Science degree
[00:25:14.560]in agronomy.
[00:25:15.760]Her greatest achievement is leading the soil health research project.
[00:25:17.900]This project improved her skills, confidence, and passion for agricultural science.
[00:25:22.920]Her greatest achievement is that she collected soil samples across four seasons, facing unique
[00:25:29.240]challenges each time, gaining valuable experience along the way.
[00:25:43.140]Let's give a round of applause to our agronomy and horticulture graduates.
[00:25:47.520]Next, we'll recognize graduates in the Department of Animal Science.
[00:25:57.660]Dr. Deb Van Overbeck, department head, will be representing this area.
[00:26:04.380]Shawna Barson is from Finlay, Ohio, and is receiving a bachelor's of science degree in
[00:26:09.280]animal science.
[00:26:10.280]After graduation, she plans to move to Colorado and work.
[00:26:13.400]Shawna's favorite adventure while in college was getting to be a leader to first-year students,
[00:26:17.140]and a learning community peer mentor.
[00:26:25.740]Brittany Blair is from Hastings, Nebraska, and is receiving a bachelor of science degree
[00:26:28.400]in animal science.
[00:26:29.400]Brittany is most proud of getting the UNL Companion Animal Science Excellence Scholarship.
[00:26:34.960]Her greatest educational experience included being vice president of the Student for Education
[00:26:39.420]and Exotic and Companion Animal Students organization for two years.
[00:26:46.760]Emma Bowes is from Eagan, Minnesota and is receiving a bachelor of science degree in
[00:26:52.980]animal science.
[00:26:54.140]After graduation, she will be attending vet school.
[00:26:57.520]Emma is incredibly proud of her work in helping the bowling club grow and improve, leading
[00:27:02.640]to the team performing the best it has in years.
[00:27:07.400]Regan Berthei is from Howells, Nebraska and is receiving a bachelor of science degree
[00:27:14.760]in animal science.
[00:27:16.380]She plans to attend Iowa State University to obtain a degree in veterinary medicine.
[00:27:22.260]Her greatest educational experiences were helping with block and bridle events while
[00:27:25.720]making connections with individuals that will last a lifetime.
[00:27:33.160]Alex Flessnor is from Ord, Nebraska and is receiving a bachelor of science degree in
[00:27:36.680]animal science.
[00:27:37.680]After graduation, he will be working as a Nebraska state brand inspector out of Ord
[00:27:42.480]and growing his own cow-calf herd.
[00:27:46.000]He is making memories on the study abroad trip to New Zealand with Dr. Berkey and Jones.
[00:27:57.240]Elena Fursek is from Valaprazo, Nebraska and is receiving a bachelor of science degree
[00:28:01.080]in animal science.
[00:28:03.420]She will be an accounting clerk for Frontier Cooperative at their headquarters in Lincoln.
[00:28:08.760]Elena is most proud of being an animal science ambassador and starting a photography business.
[00:28:15.620]Regan Gatley is from Doniphan, Nebraska and is receiving a bachelor of science degree
[00:28:22.120]in animal science.
[00:28:23.120]She will be working at Nebraska Animal Medical Center.
[00:28:26.720]Regan is most proud of being a member of the Kessner Student Advisory Board.
[00:28:30.240]It showed her that anyone can make change happen.
[00:28:39.280]Dominic Gitline is from Fort Lipton, Colorado and is receiving a bachelor of science degree
[00:28:44.240]in animal science.
[00:28:45.240]He is returning to the family operation and growing his personal business, Dry Creek Ag,
[00:28:50.020]focusing on commodity trading and cattle feeding.
[00:28:52.560]Dominic's greatest educational experience was participating in the New Zealand Study
[00:28:56.600]Abroad program.
[00:29:03.680]Emily Jonas is from Ainslie, Nebraska and is receiving a bachelor of science degree
[00:29:07.020]in animal science.
[00:29:08.380]Emily will be attending the professional program in veterinary medicine beginning this fall.
[00:29:12.820]Her greatest adventure while in college was traveling to New Zealand.
[00:29:14.860]with her best friends.
[00:29:21.300]Maya Lashley is from North Platte, Nebraska and is receiving a bachelor of science degree
[00:29:23.980]in animal science.
[00:29:24.980]She will be attending the professional program of veterinary medicine in Lincoln and hopes
[00:29:29.060]to become a mixed animal veterinarian.
[00:29:32.140]Her best experiences were working in equine research labs and her internship with Pillen
[00:29:37.520]Family Farms.
[00:29:43.060]Emily Rempel is from Beatrice, Nebraska.
[00:29:44.480]She is receiving a bachelor of science degree in animal science.
[00:29:47.040]Emily plans to attend the professional program in veterinary medicine in the fall to become
[00:29:51.160]a large animal veterinarian.
[00:29:53.540]She is most proud of being awarded the outstanding senior award in the department of animal science
[00:29:58.160]and all of the connections she has made throughout her time at UNL.
[00:30:06.260]Steven Rogers is from Torrance, California and is receiving a bachelor of science degree
[00:30:10.060]in animal science.
[00:30:11.060]Steven plans on continuing to work at the UNL.
[00:30:14.100]Steven works at the UNL Meat Shop as an assistant lab manager.
[00:30:17.140]He is most proud that UNL Meat Lab has given him the opportunity to train students in the
[00:30:22.260]field of meat science.
[00:30:24.260]He has also helped create and develop 15 new meat products.
[00:30:33.320]Ellie Wonek is from Aurora, Nebraska and is receiving a bachelor of science degree in
[00:30:37.020]animal science.
[00:30:38.360]Ellie will complete her role in Merck Animal Science Health Future Talent Rotational Program
[00:30:43.720]and then transition to a full-time position within the company.
[00:30:47.520]She is most proud of serving as an undergraduate representative for the Animal Science Program
[00:30:51.300]Review where she contributed to the program's success.
[00:30:59.220]Sydney Wilson is from Unadilla, Nebraska and is receiving a bachelor of science degree
[00:31:02.220]in animal science.
[00:31:03.220]She will be joining Balance Forward as a part of a career accelerator program in Omaha and
[00:31:08.360]continue her business W-Silver Sydney's greatest experience was going on a study
[00:31:13.340]abroad trip to New Zealand which gave her the opportunity to study agriculture and do
[00:31:17.860]a canyon swing within a 200 foot freefall.
[00:31:22.100]Katie Weicker is from Arthur, Nebraska and is receiving a bachelor of science degree
[00:31:28.380]in animal science.
[00:31:29.380]After graduation he will attend the professional program in veterinary medicine to serve rural
[00:31:35.620]communities through animal health.
[00:31:42.960]Let's give a round of applause to our animal science graduates.
[00:31:55.640]Next we will recognize a graduate in our applied science program.
[00:31:59.900]Dr. Tiffany Hang-Moss will represent this area.
[00:32:04.300]Wyatt Hubbard is from Elm Creek, Nebraska and is receiving a bachelor of science degree
[00:32:07.680]in applied science.
[00:32:09.560]Becoming a new student enrollment orientation leader was one of the proudest moments of
[00:32:12.580]his collegiate career.
[00:32:14.700]It helped him network with a lot of people.
[00:32:17.220]Wyatt's greatest educational experience was going on the study abroad trip to New Zealand
[00:32:20.600]and learning about the sheep and deer industry there.
[00:32:26.980]Let's give Wyatt a round of applause.
[00:32:35.780]Next we'll recognize graduates in biochemistry, Dr. Don Becker, department head, will recognize
[00:32:41.480]this area.
[00:32:42.200]Robert Bauer is from Guangzhou, China, and is receiving a bachelor of science degree
[00:32:49.220]in biochemistry.
[00:32:50.720]After graduation, he will be pursuing a PhD in biochemistry.
[00:32:54.260]Robert is most proud of his research experience, which helped him decide on his career path.
[00:33:05.940]Riley Eisenbon is from Olathe, Nebraska, or Kansas, and is receiving a bachelor of science
[00:33:11.820]degree in biochemistry.
[00:33:13.060]This summer, she plans to conduct research in the fungal ecology lab before starting
[00:33:17.020]graduate school in the fall.
[00:33:19.260]Riley is most proud of her Chancellor's Scholarship title and the highest
[00:33:22.700]thesis, which affirmed her ability to overcome challenges and recognize her ambitions.
[00:33:27.920]Logan Hafer is from Long Pine, Nebraska, and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in
[00:33:36.300]biochemistry. After graduation, he was working for Nebraska Corn Processing, Inc., an ethanol
[00:33:42.140]plant in Cambridge, Nebraska. Logan's great educational experience was conducting undergraduate
[00:33:46.960]research on the airborne transmission of porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus.
[00:33:54.400]Charlie Lecorvick is from Papillion, Nebraska, and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:34:03.880]in biochemistry. He would continue work as a research associate at UNMC in Omaha while
[00:34:09.800]applying to medical school. Charlie is most proud of graduating with honors and highest
[00:34:14.180]distinction while balancing several extracurriculars.
[00:34:16.840]This taught him how to manage his time effectively.
[00:34:29.440]Let's give a round of applause to our biochemistry graduates, please.
[00:34:38.080]Next up, we have our graduates in the Department of Biological Systems Engineering. Dr. Mark
[00:34:43.000]Stone, who is head of the department, will be representing this area.
[00:34:46.600]Thank you.
[00:34:46.600]Sarah Al Wahabi is from Oman and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological
[00:34:53.640]Systems Engineering. After graduation, she will be heading home to be with her family,
[00:34:58.160]celebrate this chapter, and start shaping what comes next with everything she has learned.
[00:35:03.760]One of Sarah's highlights while in college was leading international orientation. Welcoming
[00:35:09.060]new students taught her communication skills, adaptability, and cultural awareness.
[00:35:16.360]Seth Chandler is from Anselmo, Nebraska and receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in
[00:35:23.000]Agricultural Systems Technology. He will be returning to the family farm in Anselmo. He
[00:35:30.620]is most proud of being a Chancellor's Scholar.
[00:35:38.860]William Durelia is from Bellevue, Nebraska and receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:35:42.420]in Biological Systems Engineering. His future plans include obtaining
[00:35:46.120]licensure as a professional engineer and manufacturing of biomedical devices.
[00:35:52.620]His best experience was working with great team members for his capstone project.
[00:35:57.220]They made the project much less intimidating and are very supportive even outside of school.
[00:36:07.640]Tristan Miller is from Pierce, Nebraska and receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in
[00:36:10.520]Mechanized Systems Management. He will work at Central Valley Ag as a Fertilizer Plant
[00:36:15.880]Manager. Tristan enjoyed involvement in ASABE and the Quarter Scale Tractor Team and the
[00:36:23.380]different adventures those clubs took him on.
[00:36:30.420]Caden Monk is from Shorewood, Illinois and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:36:33.700]in Agricultural Systems Technology. After graduation, he will be working for an autonomy
[00:36:39.060]company in Florida. Caden is most proud of studying abroad in Japan.
[00:36:45.640]MD Tofuk Rahman is from Bangladesh and is receiving a Doctoral degree in Biological
[00:36:55.960]Engineering. Torifor is a Post-Doctoral Research Associate.
[00:37:01.600]His greatest educational experience was conducting research on AI and machine learning for animal
[00:37:06.880]management. Chatharika Narayana is from Chattopadhyay,
[00:37:15.400]Sri Lanka and is receiving a Master's degree in Mechanized Systems Management.
[00:37:21.600]Chatharika grew as a researcher through digital ag projects, thesis work, and teaching.
[00:37:27.960]Developing precision ag tools and completing her thesis while contributing to outreach
[00:37:33.080]and teaching has been her proudest experience.
[00:37:45.160]Next up, just want to make sure I've got the order right.
[00:37:59.800]Thank you, thank you.
[00:38:06.680]Next up, we'll recognize our graduates in the Department of Entomology.
[00:38:10.540]Dr. John Ruberson, department head, is representing this area.
[00:38:14.920]Insects, bugs, arthropods, all that, yep.
[00:38:21.920]Nia Kaufman is from Bennington, Nebraska, and is receiving a bachelor of science degree
[00:38:26.720]in insect science.
[00:38:28.440]After graduation, she plans to stay in Lincoln and pursue a career in environmental education.
[00:38:32.460]Nia is most proud of her honors capstone project, as it allowed her to explore her interest
[00:38:37.580]and create a project that can benefit others.
[00:38:44.360]Claire Klein is from Los Angeles, California, and is receiving a bachelor of science degree
[00:38:47.640]in insect science.
[00:38:49.120]Upon graduation, Claire plans to pursue a PhD in entomology at UNL.
[00:38:53.660]Some of her greatest achievements are her Department of Health and Human Services internship,
[00:38:58.560]research at OSU, vector physiology research, and her role as a teaching assistant.
[00:39:10.860]Emma Knusevec is from Lone Tree, Colorado, and is receiving a bachelor of science degree
[00:39:13.800]in insect science.
[00:39:16.040]Emma hopes to pursue a graduate degree researching human-arthropods interactions.
[00:39:21.360]She has really enjoyed leading the undergraduate insect science club as well as the elementary
[00:39:26.600]school bug club.
[00:39:32.100]Sanket Shinde is from Washim, Masharatha, India, and is receiving a doctoral degree
[00:39:40.680]in entomology.
[00:39:41.680]He will be joining the Department of Entomology.
[00:39:43.240]He will be joining the Department of Entomology as a fellow University of Florida as a postdoctoral
[00:39:46.700]fellow.
[00:39:47.700]Sanket is proud that he is an international student.
[00:39:51.420]He found strength far from home, earned his PhD, and proved himself that he truly belongs
[00:39:57.240]anywhere in the world.
[00:40:03.880]Hannah Stowe is from Manhattan, Kansas, and is receiving a doctoral degree in entomology.
[00:40:07.880]Hannah will be continuing in academia with a postdoctoral scholar position in California.
[00:40:12.680]She is very proud to have built a strong community here and has seen herself and her peers grow
[00:40:21.000]to meet the challenges they faced.
[00:40:28.360]David Newfang is from Lancaster, California, and is receiving a master's degree in entomology.
[00:40:32.500]He plans to remain a valuable asset to his company and the pest control industry through
[00:40:37.260]continued growth and service, completing a degree while working full-time and managing
[00:40:42.120]a family was David's biggest academic and personal growth experience in college.
[00:41:02.260]Way to go entomology.
[00:41:10.280]Next we'll recognize a student.
[00:41:11.560]A student graduating with a degree in environmental studies.
[00:41:14.840]Hilary Neiman, lecturer in the program, will be representing this degree program.
[00:41:22.280]Katie Burkett from Kearney, Nebraska, receiving a bachelor's degree in environmental and sustainability
[00:41:27.240]studies.
[00:41:28.240]Following graduation, she will be continuing her internship with the Lincoln Public Schools
[00:41:31.800]Sustainability Department, working to inventory trees at school sites.
[00:41:37.180]Katie's greatest accomplishment was maintaining a 4.0 GPA throughout her college career and
[00:41:41.560]being recognized as a Chancellor's Scholar.
[00:41:49.060]Ashley Norris is from Douglas, Nebraska, and is receiving a bachelor's degree in environmental
[00:41:52.600]and sustainability studies.
[00:41:54.620]Following graduation, she will pursue graduate studies in the Community and Regional Planning
[00:41:58.580]Program here at UNL.
[00:42:01.060]The academic achievement Ashley is most proud of is her persuasive essay, "Eminent Domain:
[00:42:07.680]Unconstitutional, Unjust, and Unnecessary."
[00:42:10.660]Grace Schilling is from Malcolm, Nebraska, receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in
[00:42:21.540]Environmental and Sustainability Studies.
[00:42:24.580]Grace will be finishing law school at the University of Nebraska while continuing her
[00:42:28.100]work as a law clerk.
[00:42:30.780]Her greatest educational experience was successfully navigating through the 3+3 Law Program, completing
[00:42:36.800]her first year of law school and forming strong friendships.
[00:42:40.300]Let's recognize our three graduates in Environmental Studies.
[00:42:58.120]Next we'll recognize students receiving a degree from the Department of Food Science
[00:43:02.060]and Technology.
[00:43:03.060]Dr. Silvana Martini, head of the department, will be representing this area.
[00:43:09.940]Feng Jingqi is from Linfei, Shanxi, China, and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:43:16.400]in Food Science and Technology.
[00:43:19.060]After graduation, he plans to attend graduate school.
[00:43:22.560]His greatest accomplishment was creating a type of oat-based frozen dessert in the
[00:43:28.160]Food Product Development course, which stimulated his innovative thinking.
[00:43:36.760]Feng Jingqi is from Shandong, China.
[00:43:39.580]She is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Food Science and Technology.
[00:43:45.020]After graduation, she plans to go to graduate school.
[00:43:48.340]She is most proud of being named to the Dean's List, which boosted her confidence and motivated
[00:43:53.800]her to strive for even greater achievements.
[00:44:00.240]Hong Zerong is from Ningbo, Zhejiang, China, and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:44:07.360]in Food Science and Technology.
[00:44:09.220]After graduation, she will be attending graduate school.
[00:44:13.180]She is most proud of participating in many volunteer activities and working in the Food
[00:44:17.140]Development Department for a semester, which has benefited her a lot.
[00:44:25.280]Luo Lin is from China and is receiving a Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Technology.
[00:44:32.660]She is excited to be back at UNL for graduate school.
[00:44:38.860]Yang Yaxian is from China and is receiving a Bachelor of Science in Food Science and
[00:44:47.340]Technology.
[00:44:49.000]She is excited to graduate and obtain her Bachelor's degree from UNL.
[00:44:58.320]Janine Markle is from Chaska, Minnesota and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:45:03.500]in Food Science and Technology.
[00:45:05.680]Janine will be attending Pennsylvania State University.
[00:45:08.500]She will be pursuing a Ph.D. in Food Science at Pennsylvania State University, advising
[00:45:38.140]the community.
[00:45:39.140]She is most proud of the connections she has forged with her peers and mentors, which produced
[00:45:46.700]growth in her scientific proficiency and her academic and personal philosophy.
[00:45:54.560]Yuan He Yang is from Tonghua, Jilin, China, and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:46:00.820]in Food Science and Technology.
[00:46:03.180]After graduation, she plans to attend graduate school.
[00:46:06.180]Her greatest achievement is studying at Northwestern University.
[00:46:07.780]She has been at Northwest Ag and Forestry University for three years and at UNL for
[00:46:12.220]one year, overcoming difficulties to complete her undergraduate degree.
[00:46:20.040]Wang Chenfengjia is from China and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Food Science
[00:46:25.100]and Technology.
[00:46:26.600]She is most proud of her personal growth.
[00:46:29.120]She learned to be more independent, focused, and ready for what comes next.
[00:46:33.980]Her greatest achievement is that she conquered two sports.
[00:46:37.420]Congratulations.
[00:46:38.420]Thank you.
[00:46:39.420]Congratulations.
[00:46:40.420]Just a point of privilege.
[00:46:54.660]The partnership that we have with Northwest Ag and Forestry University, this is our 10th
[00:47:00.240]year.
[00:47:01.240]It's a really neat program, students from across China that want to work in food science,
[00:47:07.060]food engineering, earn a degree in food engineering from Northwest Ag and Forestry, and then our
[00:47:13.540]faculty work with them.
[00:47:15.680]They come here their senior year, and they receive a degree in food science and technology.
[00:47:22.300]It's a really neat program, and these students not only are studying really difficult subjects,
[00:47:30.340]but they're learning to navigate the globe in really creative ways.
[00:47:35.200]Next up, we'll recognize our students.
[00:47:36.700]Students who are graduating in our forensic science program, Dr. Mike Adamovich is our
[00:47:43.280]program director, and he's representing this area.
[00:47:48.220]Allie Bocamper is from Syracuse, Nebraska, and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:47:51.280]in forensic science.
[00:47:53.100]Allie would be going to pharmacy school at UNMC.
[00:47:55.840]She is most proud of being elected as a part of many executive teams and student organizations.
[00:48:01.740]She was in during her college experience.
[00:48:06.340]Lucy Boyles is from Mayfield, Kansas, and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:48:12.560]in forensic science.
[00:48:13.760]Lucy will be starting a job as a criminal justice specialist.
[00:48:17.980]She is most proud of having spent three semesters as a genetic teaching assistant, which taught
[00:48:22.220]her how to adapt to others' learning styles and surviving quantitative and analytical
[00:48:27.560]chemistry.
[00:48:34.020]Jessica Hubdy is from Eden Pier, Kansas.
[00:48:35.980]She is receiving a bachelor of science degree in forensic science and insect science.
[00:48:43.480]She is proud to have taken challenging courses and applied those skills to the real world.
[00:48:48.540]Jessica's greatest accomplishment has been her personal and academic growth throughout
[00:48:52.760]her time at UNL.
[00:48:58.320]Rain Lubman is from Geneva, Illinois, and is receiving a bachelor of science degree
[00:49:02.440]in forensic science.
[00:49:04.220]Rain will be commissioned into the Air Force.
[00:49:05.620]Rain's greatest educational experience was her senior capstone, where she got to practice
[00:49:18.140]full processing a crime scene and then testifying as an expert witness.
[00:49:27.380]Margaret McCabe is from Aurora, Illinois, and is receiving a bachelor of science degree
[00:49:31.860]in forensic science.
[00:49:33.420]Her greatest achievement was being an RA.
[00:49:35.260]Helping residents and building communities helped her to build confidence.
[00:49:40.100]Her greatest experience was being in the color guard for the Cornhusker Marching Band.
[00:49:59.440]Next up are graduates receiving a degree in Grassland Studies, Dr. Dave Wadeen, director
[00:50:04.300]for the Center for the Arts.
[00:50:04.900]The Center of Grassland Studies will be representing this area.
[00:50:10.620]Frazier Kalin is from Brokawbo, Nebraska, and receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:50:13.520]in Grassland Systems and Animal Science.
[00:50:16.100]He is most proud of placing ninth at the American Quarter Horse Association World Show Collegiate
[00:50:21.180]Horse Judging Contest.
[00:50:23.020]Frazier's greatest educational experience was the Beef Industry Scholars Study Tour.
[00:50:32.420]Sam Morrow is from Cornet Park.
[00:50:34.540]He is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Grassland Systems.
[00:50:38.840]His greatest achievement is working with landowners on stewardship projects during range internship
[00:50:45.160]applying theories learned in class to real land management.
[00:50:49.600]One of his greatest experiences he had was competing in Society of Rangeland Management
[00:50:54.180]Cup.
[00:50:55.180]It allowed him to apply classroom theories to the real world situations.
[00:51:04.180]Sheridan Wilson is from Arthur, Nebraska and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:51:06.620]in Grassland Systems.
[00:51:08.620]Sheridan will be working remotely for Axpire while helping out on the family ranch.
[00:51:13.560]Her greatest educational experience was serving on the Angler Executive Team and receiving
[00:51:18.120]the Trailblazer and Trail Boss Award from the Range Club.
[00:51:33.820]It's fun to see the family's reactions to their students from this perspective.
[00:51:49.320]Our next graduate is receiving a degree in Microbiology, Dr. Brandy Sigmund, Assistant
[00:51:55.120]Professor of Practice, will be representing this area.
[00:51:59.660]Taylor Sakaguchi is from Poway, California and is receiving
[00:52:03.460]a Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology.
[00:52:05.740]She is most proud of getting published as a research intern at the University of Iowa
[00:52:09.420]Biomedical Scholars Summer Undergraduate Research Program in 2023.
[00:52:14.140]Taylor's greatest educational experience was studying abroad in Japan twice.
[00:52:21.020]Congratulations Taylor.
[00:52:30.440]Next up, we'll be recognizing students with degrees from
[00:52:33.100]the School of Natural Resources.
[00:52:35.000]Dr. Larkin Powell is the director of the school and will be representing this program area.
[00:52:42.160]Sarah Argarin is from Slymore, California and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:52:46.180]in Fisheries and Wildlife.
[00:52:47.980]After graduation, she'll be working as an associate zookeeper at the Lincoln Children's
[00:52:51.900]Zoo.
[00:52:52.900]Sarah's greatest experience was the Cabela's Apprenticeship where she worked with endangered
[00:52:57.880]masked bobwhites, which taught her that there are various levels of
[00:53:02.740]animal care.
[00:53:08.200]Grace Butler is from Omaha, Nebraska and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in
[00:53:11.980]Fisheries and Wildlife.
[00:53:13.860]After graduation, she'll be working for Nebraska Game and Parks as a naturalist.
[00:53:18.300]Grace's favorite college adventure was going to Puerto Rico and being able to experience
[00:53:23.780]a new culture and ecosystem in addition to making new friends.
[00:53:32.380]Amanda Klein is from Axtell, Nebraska and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:53:35.120]in Fisheries, Wildlife, and Environmental Science.
[00:53:38.220]She'll be working for the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission as an aquatic invasive species
[00:53:42.640]biologist.
[00:53:43.640]Amanda is most proud of being a double major, which gave her the knowledge and drive to
[00:53:48.160]succeed in her personal and professional life.
[00:53:56.580]Michael Clovers from Elkhorn, Nebraska is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in
[00:53:59.340]Environmental Science.
[00:54:00.840]Michael will be starting graduate school
[00:54:02.020]in the fall to advance his career in Environmental Science.
[00:54:06.780]His greatest accomplishment was being on the UNL Soil Judging Team, where he competed
[00:54:10.320]in regional and national soil judging competitions.
[00:54:18.420]Hannah Georgie is from Buryton, Kansas and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:54:22.780]in Fisheries and Wildlife.
[00:54:24.040]She plans to continue her pursuit to become a wildlife conservation biologist.
[00:54:28.980]Hannah's greatest experience was fulfilling a childhood dream and
[00:54:31.660]walking alongside elephants in South Africa.
[00:54:40.140]Sage Eilers is from Firth, Nebraska and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in
[00:54:43.320]Fisheries and Wildlife.
[00:54:45.040]His greatest educational experience was taking herpetology and avian biology field courses
[00:54:49.680]at Cedar Point Biological Station, which solidified his passion for conservation biology.
[00:54:56.420]He is most proud of the connections he made in college, and they have led to new
[00:55:01.300]experiences and new perspectives.
[00:55:08.640]Hendy Jinting is from Jakarta, Indonesia, and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:55:13.480]in Fisheries and Wildlife.
[00:55:15.600]Hendy will be pursuing graduate school.
[00:55:18.320]Hendy is most proud of being able to be a TA, as well as being able to work with faculty
[00:55:22.900]in labs on research.
[00:55:29.800]Jesse Klein is from Sterling, Nebraska.
[00:55:30.940]She is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Fisheries and Wildlife.
[00:55:34.220]After graduation, she will work as an Environmental Health Scientist at the Nebraska Department
[00:55:38.660]of Environment and Energy.
[00:55:41.700]She also plans to travel this summer.
[00:55:43.900]One of Jesse's favorite experiences during her academic career was working at the Henry
[00:55:47.860]Dorley Zoo as a zoo instructor.
[00:55:55.340]Paige Miller is from Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:55:59.120]in Fisheries and Wildlife.
[00:56:00.580]Paige will be attending Miami University to obtain a master's in biology through their
[00:56:04.960]Global Field program.
[00:56:06.800]Her greatest adventures in college include going to South Africa with John Carroll and
[00:56:11.240]exploring the Niobrara with Outdoor Adventures over fall break.
[00:56:20.020]Maggie Richter is from Elmwood, Nebraska, and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:56:22.500]in Fisheries and Wildlife.
[00:56:24.020]After graduation, she will seek out employment in wildlife management and research.
[00:56:27.960]Maggie's greatest educational experience was gaining research experience.
[00:56:30.220]She will have the opportunity to teach others the importance of conservation.
[00:56:39.960]Jaylee Sheets is from North Platte, Nebraska, and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[00:56:43.100]in Fisheries and Wildlife.
[00:56:44.520]She will be attending Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine.
[00:56:48.020]She is most proud of being a first-generation student and being accepted to veterinary school.
[00:56:53.260]She has learned to pursue excellence while also embracing imperfection.
[00:56:59.860]Kaden Simon is from Plattsmith, Nebraska, receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in
[00:57:05.700]Environmental Science and Regional and Community Forestry.
[00:57:08.100]He will be working for the Natural Resource Conservation Service as a soil scientist.
[00:57:14.280]Kaden's greatest experience was the time at Cedar Point Biological Station taking
[00:57:20.660]Luminology and Pedology courses.
[00:57:29.500]Megan Ewing is from Omaha, Nebraska receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Fisheries
[00:57:32.940]and Wildlife.
[00:57:34.240]Megan will be working for Mahoney State Park.
[00:57:37.320]Megan enjoyed being a college student, finding best friends, pushing through hard classes
[00:57:43.260]and learning and experiencing everything her class had to offer.
[00:57:52.980]Sage Bowman is from Omaha, Nebraska receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Fisheries
[00:57:56.520]and Wildlife.
[00:57:57.520]After graduation, she hopes to work and live.
[00:57:59.140]Sage is most proud of her paid UCARE research project.
[00:58:04.920]It was her first time working in a lab, and she realized how much she loved it.
[00:58:16.380]Isabella Villanueva is from Lincoln, Nebraska receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in
[00:58:20.540]Fisheries and Wildlife.
[00:58:21.540]Isabella plans to spend this summer traveling and will start working in the fall to gain
[00:58:25.700]experience in this field.
[00:58:28.780]Isabella is leading the Flying Swirl Project studying abroad in South Africa and Puerto
[00:58:32.320]Rico and interning with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
[00:58:41.600]Jed Whitmore is from Superior, Nebraska receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Fisheries
[00:58:44.880]and Wildlife.
[00:58:46.220]He will be attending graduate school to earn a PhD.
[00:58:50.280]Jed's greatest educational experience while in college was studying abroad in Namibia
[00:58:55.100]and Costa Rica.
[00:58:58.420]Abby Zamola is from Elkhorn, Nebraska receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental
[00:59:07.240]Science.
[00:59:08.240]She is most proud of completing her first technical report, being named to the Dean's
[00:59:12.460]List multiple times, and volunteering every spring and her personal growth.
[00:59:17.560]Her greatest educational experience was taking field herpetology in the summer of 2023 with
[00:59:22.240]Dennis Ferraro.
[00:59:28.060]Fabrice Bonosi is from Omome, Kalawa, Benin, and is receiving a master's degree in natural
[00:59:34.020]resource sciences.
[00:59:35.020]He is most proud of designing and executing a series of experiments in the field of forensic
[00:59:39.920]entomology and preparing a manuscript for publication.
[00:59:43.660]Fabrice's greatest experience was serving as an event coordinator for the UNL Fulbright
[00:59:47.380]Association, which won the 2025 Student Impact Award for Outstanding Student Organizations.
[00:59:57.700]Andrew Mwappe is from Zambia and is receiving a doctorate in natural resource science.
[01:00:03.760]He is most proud of completing his dissertation.
[01:00:05.760]His greatest experience is community service through the Lincoln East Rotary Club and having
[01:00:12.740]a daughter.
[01:00:27.340]And last but not least, we will recognize graduates from the School of Veterinary Medicine
[01:00:44.340]and Biomedical Sciences.
[01:00:46.140]Dr. Ruperto Cortines, Associate Professor of Practice, represents this area.
[01:00:53.420]Newly minted, newly minted professor.
[01:00:56.980]Yeah.
[01:00:57.980]Of Practice.
[01:00:58.980]Yeah.
[01:00:59.980]Brooklyn Adam is from Desert Hills, Arizona, and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[01:01:08.600]in Veterinary Science.
[01:01:10.080]She's most proud of being on the CASNR Student Advisory Board, a Peer Educator, and being
[01:01:14.860]a Learning Communities Peer Mentor.
[01:01:17.140]Her greatest achievement was piloting the SARVY program with UNL CARE and receiving
[01:01:23.280]Peer Mentor of the Year in Spring of 2023.
[01:01:26.620]Paige McKenzie is from Western Nebraska and is receiving a Bachelor of Science degree
[01:01:37.320]in Veterinary Technology.
[01:01:38.820]She will be attending the Professional Program in Veterinary Medicine for veterinary schools
[01:01:42.120]starting in the fall of 2025.
[01:01:44.460]She is most proud of being accepted into vet school.
[01:01:47.040]The experience she had to get to this point have taught her so much and have given her
[01:01:51.720]a new perspective on life.
[01:01:56.260]Congratulations.
[01:01:57.260]Congratulations.
[01:01:58.260]Well, thank you, Mike, and again, congratulations
[01:02:11.340]to our graduates, and I would like to be among the first to welcome our graduates to the
[01:02:15.760]CASNR alumni community.
[01:02:18.740]This event would not be possible without the contributions of many, including the INR Vice
[01:02:24.080]Chancellor's Office.
[01:02:25.900]The Nebraska East Union team, they not only set everything up, but they're also going
[01:02:30.580]to stay late to clean everything up also.
[01:02:34.040]We have the INR media team who's streaming today's ceremony via World Wide Web so that
[01:02:41.140]others can be joining us if their families were not able to be in person.
[01:02:46.140]Our emcees for the event, the CASNR student ambassadors, and we have peer career coaches.
[01:02:52.840]Our very talented students were contributing to today's event.
[01:02:55.540]Also, the CASNR Dean's Office team, as well as our unit leaders, faculty, and staff in
[01:03:02.500]INR.
[01:03:03.920]Please join me in giving them a round of applause.
[01:03:14.060]So before we conclude today's ceremony, we have one additional recognition this evening.
[01:03:20.920]And so I'm going to ask Dr. Mike Boehm to join me on the stage, please.
[01:03:25.180]You know how much I like this, right?
[01:03:33.140]Just stand right there at the graduate, on the graduate one, please.
[01:03:37.420]Okay, so Dr. Mike Boehm has served as the INR Harlan Vice Chancellor for the University
[01:03:45.420]of Nebraska-Lincoln, as well as the Vice President for Agriculture and Natural Resources
[01:03:51.020]for the University of Nebraska since 2017.
[01:03:54.440]And on June 4th, 2016, Dr. Mike Boehm served as the Vice President for the University of
[01:03:54.820]Nebraska-Lincoln.
[01:03:55.820]On June 1st, Mike is going to be transitioning back to his faculty role as a professor in
[01:04:00.880]the Departments of Plant Science.
[01:04:03.640]And so Mike and I have worked together for the last eight and a half years.
[01:04:10.060]He actually hired me, and so I'm very grateful for that opportunity to serve here.
[01:04:16.120]We have also been able to award over 6,000 degrees across Bachelors, Masters, and PhDs
[01:04:24.460]for our CASNR graduates.
[01:04:27.260]And so I thought it was only fitting that we would award one more degree this evening.
[01:04:33.880]And so, Mike, I thought you would be okay with this, right?
[01:04:37.120]And so we are going to award Mike an honorary CASNR degree this evening.
[01:04:45.560]And so I'm going to read a few comments and then we'll take your picture, okay?
[01:04:50.100]Okay.
[01:04:51.100]Thanks, Dean.
[01:04:52.100]So as the INR Harlan Vice Chancellor,
[01:04:54.100]Vice President for Agriculture and Natural Resources for the University of Nebraska System,
[01:04:59.500]Dr. Mike Boehm has championed a bold and forward-looking vision for the land grant mission in the
[01:05:05.180]21st century.
[01:05:06.960]With purpose and commitment to Nebraska, he has advanced excellence across research and
[01:05:12.120]discovery, teaching and learning, and extension and engagement, assuring that the university
[01:05:17.840]remains both responsive to the needs of the state and a leader on the global stage.
[01:05:23.240]In recognition of the work of the University of Nebraska,
[01:05:23.740]we proudly confer upon Dr. Mike Boehm the highest honor the college can be so, please join me in congratulating Dr. Mike Boehm.
[01:05:40.180]All right, so in closing what we're going to do is we're going to have our graduates stand one more time and Dr. Mike Boehm is also going to stand and we are going to go ahead and hand it over to Dr. Joseph.
[01:06:09.820]All right, so in closing what we're going to do is we're going to have our graduates stand one more time and Dr. Mike Boehm is also going to stand and we are going to go ahead and hand it over to Dr. Joseph.
[01:06:09.820]All right, so in closing what we're going to do is we're going to have our graduates stand one more time and Dr. Mike Boehm is also going to stand and we are going to go ahead and hand it over to Dr. Joseph.
[01:06:09.820]All right, so in closing what we're going to do is we're going to have our graduates stand one more time and Dr. Mike Boehm is also going to stand and we are going to go ahead and hand it over to Dr. Joseph.
[01:06:09.820]And we are going to recognize them as a collective group.
[01:06:12.940]Thank you again to everyone and congratulations to the family and friends and we hope you have a wonderful evening.
[01:06:36.500]Thank you.
[01:06:38.500]Thank you.

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