Class of 2024 Awards

The Commencement season officially ended at the close of summer quarter, marking the completion of studies for our undergraduate diagnostic ultrasound and transfer nursing cohorts. Awards below were presented during annual celebrations held in both spring and summer quarters.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Sister Mary Ruth Niehoff Award

Given to an outstanding senior nominated and elected by the faculty of the College of Nursing. Criteria for choosing the recipient include academic excellence, personal qualities, and community involvement. 

Seth Alterado

Jean Claude Biangandu Cisekedi

Spirit of the College of Nursing Award

Given to a senior who has promoted student service activities. Criteria or characteristics to consider include: leader, catalyst, motivator, and initiator.

Shannon Blott

Jocelyn Corpuz

Nursing Service Award

Given to a senior who has contributed to his or her peers and patients in the following manner: Mentor, Motivator, Role Model, Collaborator, Listener, One who unifies and promotes community, and volunteer/participant in College of Nursing activities.

Daniela Acuna Aguirre

Mia Fuerte

Adeline Ong

Class Speakers and Most Inspirational Faculty

Class speakers and most inspirational faculty are elected by students in the graduating cohorts. 

Traditional Cohort

Class Speaker, Christine Mah

Most Inspirational Faculty, Toni Vezeau, PhD, RNC, IBCLC

Transfer Cohort

Class Speaker, Daniela Acuna Aguirre

Most Inspirational Faculty, Therry Rose Eparwa, DNP, MSN, RN, FNP-BC

Brady Battalion Army ROTC Commissioning 

Jonathan Barnhart, Jaiden Childs and Kaitlyn Aida Valdes were commissioned as Second Lieutenants

Bachelor of Science in Diagnostic Ultrasound

Cohort Leadership & Service Award

Acknowledges a senior who has been a leader within their cohort, encouraged student involvement, and promoted cohort cohesion. Criteria or characteristics to consider include leader, mentor and initiator.

Nathan Eller

Academic Achievement Award

Acknowledges a senior who has demonstrated academic excellence.

Marissa Stutheit

Most Improved Award

Acknowledges a senior who has shown significant growth in either their theory or clinical coursework.

Tiffany Diaz

Doctor of Nursing Practice

Joanne McFadden Student Excellence Award

Recognizes and honors an outstanding graduating student who reflects the Seattle University mission, demonstrating excellence in leadership abilities and manifesting commitment to service through involvement with college, university, and community activities. This award honors the memory of JoAnn McFadden, a former graduate student in the College of Nursing, who herself embodies these characteristics. 

Athena Bollozos

Class Speaker

Class speakers are elected by students in the graduating cohort. 

Melissa Cruz