Local college students graduate, earn honors

New England Institute of Technology

EAST GREENWICH, R.I. — New England Institute of Technology students Zachary T. Satagaj of Durham, who earned a bachelor of science degree; and Khadijah R. Scharborough of Middletown, who earned a master of science degree, graduated May 1.

Assumption University

WORCESTER, Mass. — Assumption University honored students with academic awards at the annual spring honors convocation on April 11, including Emma Ushchak, class of 2022, of Middletown, who received the departmental award for biotechnology and molecular biology. The event is an opportunity to recognize students who have excelled in their individual field of study.

University of Saint Joseph

WEST HARTFORD — The University of Saint Joseph held a senior medals ceremony for 37 students who completed the honors program and will be graduating with honors, including Elyse Arcidiacono of East Hampton.

Over the four years, these students have completed at least 18 credits in the honors program, including independent study and service-learning courses. They have also presented their work at conferences, participated in Mercy serve opportunities, received extra funds for research opportunities, and maintained at least a 3.25 GPA.

Washington University

ST. LOUIS, Mo. — Braeden Rose of East Hampton was named to the dean’s list for the fall 2021 semester at Washington University. Rose is enrolled in the College of Arts & Sciences. To qualify, students must earn a semester GPA of 3.6 or above and be enrolled in at least 14 graded units.

Western New England University

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — Western New England University recognized graduating students for academic excellence within their fields of study during the College of Business senior awards ceremony April 28.

Isabella Lombardo received the Outstanding Student in Marketing Communication/Advertising award, which recognizes a graduating senior selected by the faculty for excellence in their studies. Lombardo is graduating with a bachelor of science in business administration in marketing communication/advertising.