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Stetson University College of LawCOMMENCEMENTSaturday, May 14, 2011The Plaza Mayor CourtyardGulfport, Florida
The Mission of Stetson University College of LawStetson University College of Law provides a dynamic and supportive scholarly communityin which students learn, in and outside the classroom and by example,to become outstanding lawyers and leaders who serve the profession and society.Board of OverseersActiveEmeritusSteven G. Burton, Tampa, FloridaS. Sammy Cacciatore, Immediate Past Chair,Melbourne, FloridaAlexander M. Clem, Orlando, FloridaGregory W. Coleman, West Palm Beach, FloridaRobert E. Doyle, Jr., Secretary, Naples, FloridaFrederick R. Dudley, Tallahassee, FloridaBonnie B. Foreman, Executive Committee,St. Petersburg, FloridaLeo J. Govoni, Vice Chair, Clearwater, FloridaRichard A. Harrison, Executive Committee,Tampa, FloridaLawrence P. Ingram, Tampa, FloridaPrakash I. Khatri, Potomac, MarylandGregory D. Lee, Orlando, FloridaWendy S. Loquasto, Tallahassee, FloridaJoshua Magidson, Chair, Clearwater, FloridaBernard J. McCabe, Jr., Clearwater, FloridaLuis Prats, Tampa, FloridaHon. Peggy A. Quince, Tallahassee, FloridaRobert G. Riegel, Jr., Jacksonville, FloridaArturo R. Rios, St. Petersburg, FloridaGregory K. Showers, Clearwater, FloridaWm. Reece Smith, Jr., Tampa, FloridaScott J. Sternberg, Boca Raton, FloridaGary R. Trombley, Tampa, FloridaAnne L. Weintraub, Sarasota, FloridaRobert G. Wellon, Atlanta, GeorgiaRoger W. Yoerges, McLean, VirginiaWilliam F. Blews, St. Petersburg, FloridaThomas D. Graves, St. Petersburg, FloridaJohn A. Guyton, Jr., Tampa, FloridaMichael C. Maher, Orlando, FloridaR. Michael McCain, Tampa, FloridaMartin E. Rice, St. Petersburg, FloridaMarsha G. Rydberg, Tampa, FloridaHon. Susan F. Schaeffer, St. Petersburg, FloridaChristian D. Searcy, Sr., West Palm Beach, FloridaLeslie Reicin Stein, Tampa, FloridaHon. Raphael Steinhardt, Miami, FloridaHonoraryHon. Susan C. Bucklew, Tampa, FloridaHon. Carol W. Hunstein, Atlanta, GeorgiaHon. Frederick B. Karl, Tampa, FloridaHon. Elizabeth A. Kovachevich, Tampa, FloridaRichard J. McKay, Atlanta, GeorgiaHon. Ben F. Overton, Gainesville, FloridaHon. Alexander L. Paskay, Tampa, FloridaHon. E. Clay Shaw, Jr., Ft. Lauderdale, FloridaJames C. Smith, Tallahassee, FloridaMatthew A. Towery, Atlanta, GeorgiaJ. Ben Watkins, Carrabelle, FloridaEx OfficioDr. Wendy B. Libby, Stetson University President, DeLand, FloridaDarby Dickerson, Vice President and Dean, College of Law, Gulfport, FloridaBarbara M. Cowherd, Stetson Lawyers Association President, Tampa, Florida 1
About Stetson University College of LawFounded in 1900, Stetson University Collegeof Law is Florida’s first law school. With itsmain law campus in Gulfport and a satellitecampus in Tampa, Stetson is fully accredited by theAmerican Bar Association and has been a member ofthe Association of American Law Schools since 1931.With more than 1,000 students, Stetson Lawis ranked first in the nation for trial advocacyand third for legal writing. In addition to thejuris doctor law degree, Stetson offers certificatesof concentration in advocacy, elder law, andinternational law, dual-degree programs for theJ.D./M.B.A., J.D./M.P.H., J.D./M.D., and J.D./Grado (Spain), and LL.M. degrees in elder law andinternational law.Stetson is home to the Centers for Excellencein Advocacy, Elder Law, Higher Education Lawand Policy, and International Law, and Institutesfor Biodiversity Law and Policy and CaribbeanLaw and Policy. The National Clearinghouse forScience, Technology and the Law is also based atStetson.Stetson offers international programs in ninecountries, including a fall-semester program inLondon, England.An international leader in advocacy, Stetsonhas a long-standing record of championship atthe world, national, regional and state levels ofinterscholastic competition. Students can furtherexpand their practical experience by participatingin clinical or internship opportunities.Stetson University’s DeLand campus is hometo the College of Arts and Sciences, School ofBusiness Administration, and School of Music.The Stetson University Center at Celebrationoffers graduate and professional developmentprograms.The Symbols of CommencementGraduates’ Academic Regalia: Academicdisciplines are noted by color; law is representedas purple. The doctoral gown has bell sleeves withvelvet chevrons on the sleeves and velvet on thepanels. The hood is bound and edged with purplevelvet and lined with green, the official color ofStetson University as the institution conferring thedegree. The square cap combines the symbolism ofthe book and that of a privileged guild. Studentsgraduating with anticipated honors wear a goldtassel on the cap, and others wear a purple tasseldenoting the discipline of law.Students wearing purple cords are LL.M.graduates. Gold cords are worn by studentsgraduating with anticipated honors. Studentleaders and named award winners are wearinggreen cords. Students wearing blue cords haveearned the William F. Blews Pro Bono ServiceAward. Co-Valedictorians are wearing gold stoles.2The Mace: The Stetson University Mace,used during all commencement ceremonies,is a ceremonial staff used by many academicinstitutions as a symbol of the right to conferdegrees. The Stetson mace, designed byEpiscopalian Canon Edward Nason West of theCathedral Church of St. John the Divine, NewYork, was presented to President J. Ollie Edmundsin 1956.The Medallion: The President’s Medallion, wornat official academic occasions, was first used forthe inauguration of President John E. Johns in1969. The silver medallion includes the UniversitySeal embraced by a wreath of laurel. The circularseal, adopted between 1889 and 1891, bears themotto Pro Deo et Veritate (“For God and Truth”)and the Light of Truth resting on the Book ofWisdom.
Ceremony ProgramProcessional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Law Graduates, Faculty and LeadershipPlease stand.Elizabeth L. PaulMusic by City of Dunedin Pipe Band.Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, Stetson UniversityRebecca C. MorganBoston Asset Management Chair in Elder Law andDirector, Center for Excellence in Elder Law and Faculty MarshalWelcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Darby DickersonVice President and Dean, College of LawGreetings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wendy B. LibbyPresident, Stetson UniversityS. Sammy CacciatoreBoard of Trustees andImmediate Past Chair, Board of OverseersJoshua MagidsonChair, Board of OverseersStuart MichelsonDean, School of Business AdministrationBarbara M. CowherdPresident, Stetson Lawyers AssociationNathan Eddy WittmanPresident, Calvin A. Kuenzel Student Bar AssociationPresentation of Candidates for Honorary Degrees Dean DickersonConferral of Honorary Degrees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . President LibbyAddresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jules L. ColemanWesley Newcomb Hohfeld Professor of Jurisprudence and Professor of Philosophy, Yale Law SchoolCulverhouse Chair, Stetson University College of LawHon. Andrew G.T. Moore IIRetired Justice of the Delaware Supreme CourtDistinguished Professorial Lecturer, Stetson University College of LawPresentation of Degree Candidates Dean DickersonConferring of Degrees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . President LibbyRecognition of Graduates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . President LibbyMr. CacciatoreDean DickersonKristen David AdamsAssociate Dean for AcademicsMichael A. FarleyAssistant Dean for Student LifeClosing Remarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dean DickersonRecessional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Law Graduates, Faculty and LeadershipPlease stand.Please join us after the ceremony for a reception in the Mann Lounge and Great Hall. 3
Honorary Degree CitationsJules L. Coleman, you are a leading expert on torts and thephilosophy of law.Over your distinguished scholarly career, you earned a Ph.D. inphilosophy from Rockefeller University, an M.S.L. from Yale LawSchool, and a bachelor’s degree from Brooklyn College. You haveauthored several books including Hart’s Postscript, The Practice ofPrinciple, and have co-authored the Oxford Handbook of Jurisprudenceand the Philosophy of Law.You hold the Wesley Newcomb Hohfeld Professor of Jurisprudence and Professor ofPhilosophy at Yale Law School. As the visiting Culverhouse Chair at Stetson UniversityCollege of Law during Spring 2011, we are grateful that you have shared your knowledgewith our students.In light of your many accomplishments, and under the authority vested in me byStetson University’s Board of Trustees, I proudly present you with the Honorary Doctor ofLaws degree.Andrew G.T. Moore II, you are one of the nation’sleading authorities on corporate law. After earning your law degreefrom Tulane University Law School, you have served your professionwith distinction and honor.You have distinguished yourself as a corporate litigator andinvestment banking firm advisor. You served as a justice of theDelaware Supreme Court, where you authored several major opinionsthat defined the modern law of mergers and acquisitions.You have been recognized by the American Bar Association for your distinguishedservice in promoting lawyers’ recovery from addiction. In 2005, you joined StetsonUniversity College of Law as its inaugural Jurist-in-Residence, and you continue to serve theCollege as a Distinguished Professorial Lecturer.In light of your many accomplishments, and under the authority vested in me byStetson University’s Board of Trustees, I proudly present you with the Honorary Doctor ofLaws degree.4
Spring and Summer 2011 Degree CandidatesMaster of Lawsin Elder LawRebecca Coulter BellMaster of Lawsin International Law†Osama Youssef BadawiVanderbilt University, B.A.Stetson University, J.D.Birmingham School of Law, J.D.Samford University, Pharm.D.Brian Harrell Fant*†Francy Contreras Mora†Baylor University, B.A., J.D.Deborah Ann KnauerVanderbilt University, B.S.N.University of Memphis, J.D.Joseph A. Prokop, Jr.†Louisiana State University, B.A.Thomas M. Cooley Law School, J.D.University of Miami, LL.M.David Matthew SullivanSoutheastern Oklahoma State University,B.S.Texas Wesleyan University, J.D.Southern Methodist University, LL.M.Frank Martin WilliamsThe William Paterson University of NewJersey, B.A.Stetson University, J.D.Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, LawyerTamara M. Dubis Tedeschi†Universidad Bicentenaria de Aragua, LawyerMarcson ErdainCollege Moderne, Gros-Morne, Bac I & Bac IIState University of Haiti, Bachelor DegreeCesar G. GomezUniversidad Cooperativa de Colombia,LawyerKeyla Hagerman*†Faculdades Milton Campos, LL.B.Anne NdenjeuUniversity of Yaounde, LL.B.University of Douala, LL.M.David Michael Sams†University of Alberta, B.Ed., B.S.University of Florida, J.D.Alexandra Saxton†Santa Clara University, B.A.University of Denver, J.D.Ivette Silva YounesJuris DoctorJames Christian AbercrombieThe University of West Florida, B.A.Carrie AlexanderThe University of Georgia, B.B.A.Erin Rebecca AntonioThe Florida State University, B.S.Alison Marlene AragonaStetson University, B.A.Ann Kristen I. ArrojoBoston College, B.A.Laura Ann Atkins†Boston University, B.A.Rachel Christine AttalUniversity of Florida, B.A., B.S.Larry Edward Bache, Jr.†Clearwater Christian College, B.S.Dana Leigh BallardUniversity of South Florida, B.A., M.P.H.University of Florida, M.P.A.S.Elizabeth Cheney BarnesSmith College, B.A.University of Maryland – College Park,M.L.S.Andrew Garett BarrowsUniversity of Florida, B.S.Universidad Externado de Colombia, LawyerAmy Christiane Baruch†The Florida State University, B.A.Michelle Marie BaumanUniversity of Alabama, B.S.Andrew Lee BickfordRollins College, B.A.Jennifer Jeffery BlazerJacksonville University, B.S.†* July GraduateAnticipated Honors 5
Spring and Summer 2011 Degree CandidatesMichelle Renee Blume†Derrick L. ClarkeUniversity of South Florida, B.A.Duke University, M.Div.University at Buffalo, The State University ofNew York, B.A.Cornell University, M.P.A.Catherine Clarkson BonhommeUniversity of Florida, B.S.Brian Scott ClinesThe Florida State University, B.A.Kathryn Grace BosseHershenta CohenUniversity of Central Florida, B.S.University of Florida, B.A.David Michael Brickhouse†University of South Florida, B.A.Melissa Lyn Cohen†University of Florida, B.S.Tyler D. Brown†The Florida State University, B.A.University of Florida, M.Ed.Andra Diana Jasmine BrumbergUniversity at Buffalo, The State University ofNew York, B.A.David J. Brunell†Jennie L. ColabelliLe Moyne College, B.A.Tiffany Vanessa ColbertPhilip CollinsCourtnie Unika Copeland*Ashley CoppolaJohn W. CrawfordHarrison Fuller CridlinSarah Jean Harnden CampbellUniversity of South Florida, B.A.Kyle Robert CarrierUniversity of South Carolina, B.S.Andrew Joseph Celauro†University of Florida, B.S.Hannah Choi*Fordham University, B.A.6Roberto D. DeLeonUniversity of Florida, B.A.Andra R. DelMonicoStetson University, B.B.A.Michael Joseph Dema†American University, B.A.Brown University, M.A.Jason Bradley DeNardoUniversity of Rhode Island, B.A.Alisha Lorraine Dinsmore*†University of South Florida, B.A.Steven Robert DiOssiUniversity of Central Florida, B.S.Benjamin T. DishmanWestern Michigan University, B.B.A.Anne Michelle DrydenUniversity of Florida, B.A.Furman University, B.A.Daniel CrottaWake Forest University, B.A.The Florida State University, B.S.University of North Florida, B.A.University of Central Florida, B.S.Cristina Pilar CamboJack Elliot Delcamp†Stetson University, B.B.A.University of Central Florida, B.A.Jessica Lynn Calley†Stetson University, B.A., B.B.A.University of South Florida, B.A.University of Florida, B.S.Ryan William BurtonSean Everett Dean†University of South Florida, B.A.University of Central Florida, B.A.Ashley Cynthia BurgessTennessee Wesleyan College, B.A.University of Central Florida, B.S.University of South Florida, B.S.Jacqlyn Faye BryantSueanna Marie DeakinsAndrea Jeanne DufresneBoston University, B.S.University of Central Florida, B.S.Adam Andrew CzayaUniversity of Florida, B.A.Camille Leslie DaCostaUniversity of South Florida, B.A.David Russell DareTaylor University, B.A.Thomas DavisonColumbia University, B.A.LaToya EdwardsThe Florida State University, B.A., B.S.Christina Marie Erlinger*Emory University, B.A.Joe L. Fernandez III†The Florida State University, B.A.Laura Mary Ferris†University of Phoenix, B.S.University of Tampa, M.B.A.
Spring and Summer 2011 Degree CandidatesScott W. Foley†Brigham Young University, B.S.Lindsay Beth Frenkel†Western New England College, B.S.Matthew James Futch†Jeffrey Martin Guy†Bucknell University, B.A.Sarah Finnane HanafinLavonneda HylandUniversity of Notre Dame, B.A.Alexander W. HansenUniversity of Florida, B.S.Marist College, B.A.Katherine A. Gaines†Jacob B. Hanson†Mercer University, B.A.Raychel GarciaUniversity of Florida, B.A., B.S.James Clyde Garner IIIUniversity of Florida, B.S.Samir GhiaColumbia University, B.A.Jennifer Gardner GillikinFlagler College, B.A.Brittany Green GloersenStetson University, B.A.Derek Oliver GoldsmithUniversity of Florida, B.S.Rashida L. GordonEastern Illinois University, B.A.Greg S. GossettUniversity of Tampa, B.A.Ashley T. GraftonClearwater Christian College, B.A.Joseph Russell Graham*†Colorado State University, B.S.University of South Florida, M.Eng., M.P.H.University of Florida, B.S.Olivene Rodnique HarrisUniversity of North Carolina at ChapelHill, B.A.Dawn Marie HartUniversity of North Carolina – Wilmington,B.A.Spencer Stratton HathawayFlagler College, B.A.Rebecca L. Haworth†University of Tampa, B.S.Tyler Anthony HaydenOhio University, B.S.Marie Margaret HeatheringtonUniversity of Florida, B.A., B.S.Keh’ara Kirkland HendriethThe Florida State University, B.A.Andrew HibbertUniversity of Central Florida, B.S.Jessica Heather Hoch†Stetson University, B.B.A.Matthew Murphey Holtsinger†Stetson University, B.A.Mark GreenbergUniversity of Florida, B.S.William Jay Hornbeck, IIIUniversity of South Florida, B.A.Zachary David Grimland†University of Central Florida, B.A.William McCarty Hurter*Fairmont State University, B.S.Karly Rae HughsUniversity of Florida, B.S.University of South Florida, B.S.Mary Alison IglehartThe Florida State University, B.S.Chandler Philip Irvin†University of Florida, B.S.Erin Cole Isdell†James Madison University, B.S.Jordan Tyler Isringhaus†Valparaiso University, B.A.Anna JachymiakStetson University, B.A.Catherine Theresa Jaczkanin†University of Central Florida, B.S.Stephen M. Janes†University of South Florida, B.A.David William JohnsUniversity of Florida, B.A.Brock Hjalma JohnsonUniversity of Florida, B.S.Leigh M. Johnson IIEckerd College, B.A.Timothy Robert Johnson†University of Nevada – Las Vegas, B.S.Nicole Renee JonesGeorge Mason University, B.S.Darah Lena KaplanUniversity of Florida, B.S.Samantha Fatime KargboUniversity of North Florida, B.A.Nicholas KassatlySouthern Methodist University, B.B.A.* July Graduate† Anticipated Honors 7
Spring and Summer 2011 Degree CandidatesRachel Ann Kestenbaum†Vanderbilt University, B.A.Mallory Hulmes KeyserUniversity of Florida, B.A.David Hirsch MargolUniversity of Florida, B.A.University of San Diego, M.B.A.Jamie MartinNatalie Sarah MinaUniversity of South Florida, B.A.Tiffanie T. MooreUniversity of Florida, B.S.University of Central Florida, B.S.Shujaat A. KhanPurdue University, B.S.Krysta Matheis†Jumba Mutasa Mugwanya*Morehouse College, B.A.Gannon University, B.A.Jonathan Patrick KinsellaUniversity of Central Florida, B.S.Kathleen May Mazzocco†Sascha Wilhelm MurphyFontbonne University, B.A.Eastern Illinois University, B.S.Kellie C. KongCase Western Reserve University, B.S.David B. McClellandTrista Ann Mustaine*†University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa, B.A.University of Florida, B.S.Gerri LaceySt. Leo College, B.A.Diana Johnson McCluskey*Timothy Lee MyersUniversity of South Florida, B.S.University of South Florida, B.A., M.P.H.Matthew Patrick LaMaster†Indiana Institute of Technology, B.S.Tiffany Love McElheran†Luby Anioce Myrthil*University of South Florida, B.A.University of South Florida, B.A.Erin Eve Lea-EndrelunasStetson University, B.A.Julia Jenifer McKee†Danielle Calland NaserThe Florida State University, B.S.Eckerd College, B.A.Kennedy Brandon LeglerStetson University, B.A.Sara Michelle McKinleyNoelle C.P. NasifUniversity of California at Davis, B.A.University of Florida, B.A.Lauren Louise LewisUniversity of Tampa, B.A.Andrew Wilks McLaughlin†Matthew Patrick NealThe Florida State University, B.S.University of Florida, B.A.Douglas James LomonicoWilliam Paterson University, B.A.Kerri Ann McLaughlinCasim Adam Neff†University of Florida, B.A.Fordham University, B.A.Erin Ashley LondravilleStonehill College, B.A.Carolyn Conrad MeadowsCerina C. NemcikUniversity of Washington, B.A.University of South Florida, B.A.Elizabeth Paige Lowery†The Florida State University, B.S., M.Acc.Evan Jane NortonKeith William MeehanEmory University, B.A.Neil Thomas LyonsUniversity of South Florida, B.A., M.A.T.Brian Christopher MeolaUniversity of Central Florida, B.S.Adam Bryce Maddox*Indiana University, B.A.Angela Marie MeyersUniversity of Central Florida, B.S.Paul Norman MagerSt. Joseph’s College – New York, B.A.Paul Scott Miller†University of South Florida, B.S.Michael A. ManningThe Florida State University, B.S.8University of Florida, B.A.Wyatt Mattison OakeyThe University of North Carolina atCharlotte, B.S.Megan Elizabeth O’Neill†Rollins College, B.A.Megan Christine O’SheaThe Florida State University, B.S.
Spring and Summer 2011 Degree CandidatesJeri Michelle OstuwRollins College, B.A.Paul Alphonso PalaciosUniversity of Florida, B.S., M.S.University of Tampa, M.B.A.Panagiota L. PapakosAisha Lewis Porter*The Ohio State University, B.A.Amy Powell†Kennesaw State University, B.S.Christa Marie Queen-Sutherland†University of Richmond, B.A.University of Florida, B.S.Caitlin Emelia ParrySt. Petersburg College, B.A.S.Lindsay Polston RehbergThe Florida State University, B.A.University of South Florida, B.A.Stetson University, B.A.University of Florida, B.S.Ceara Lucille RiggsNew College of Florida, B.A.Randolph-Macon College, B.A.Western Kentucky University, B.A.Henry Patrick RomeuUniversity of Florida, B.A.Youngstown State University, B.A.Jacklyn Steinberg*Julie Lynn Stewart*Kelsey Katherine StoneUniversity of West Florida, B.A.Rollins College, B.A.Nicole Lorraine RothsteinCalifornia State University – Chico, B.A.University of Florida, B.S.Jaleh Piran-VessehBryan David SkellettTinelle Simone RoseUniversity of South Florida, B.A., M.Acc.Grant PiesJeremy Allan SimonUniversity of Central Florida, B.S.Kyle J. Romig†Duquesne University, B.A.Taylor Kai PierceJohn I. SilverfieldUniversity of Florida, B.A.University of Florida, B.S., M.A.Michael Wayne PierceKaren Marie ShimonskyUniversity of Florida, B.S., M.A.William Roe Roberts†University of Florida, B.A.Philip Michael PiazzaKelly A. ShenefieldThe Florida State University, B.S.Richard Andrew RippeonUniversity of Florida, B.A.Jillian Rene PhelpsMatthew G. SchwartzUniversity of Florida, B.A.Truman State University, B.S.Daniel J. PfleegorRamsey William ScheuerleUniversity of Florida, B.S.Adam David RiethUniversity of Central Florida, B.A.Warren Quentin PeeblesSean Phillip SavalUniversity of Florida, B.A.Steven Kyle RichardsonRollins College, B.A.Lana Jane PeeblesValdosta State University, B.A.Auburn University of Montgomery, M.P.A.The Pennsylvania State University, B.S.Kristine Michelle ReighardThe Florida State University, B.S.Margaux Lauren PayorRachel Saravia Sanders*University of South Florida, B.A., B.S.University of South Carolina, B.S.Christos PavlidisUniversity of Vermont, B.A.Boston University, B.A.Militza Vaskova RaytchevaUniversity of Florida, B.A.Michael Anthony PascarellaPietrina Marie SamsChristopher M. Rotunda†University of South Carolina, B.S.Florida International University, B.S.Natalie F. Saginor†Michael Vincent SuppleUniversity of South Florida, B.A.Aaron Michael SwiftDickinson College, B.A.Michanna TalleyHoward University, B.S., M.S.University of Central Florida, B.A.†* July GraduateAnticipated Honors 9
Spring and Summer 2011 Degree CandidatesPetia B. TenevKaleena Nicole WeaverUniversity of South Florida, B.A.Ian Matthew Thomas†Oklahoma State University, B.S.Kayla Rae WeberWingate University, B.A.University of South Florida, B.A.Matthew Michael ThomasThe Florida State University, B.A.Tony George ThomasDaniel D. WhitehouseWebster University, B.S., M.B.A.Robert Reilly WillhoitEmory University, B.A.Fairfield University, B.A.Donald A. ThompsonAmber Nichole Williams†Eckerd College, B.A.University of Central Florida, B.S.Maurice Quantel ThurmanUniversity of Colorado at Colorado Springs,B.A.Ashley Marie WineThe University of Mississippi, B.A.Nathan Eddy Wittman†Lee Andrew TobinXavier University, B.S.Eckerd College, B.A.Brittany A. Tomkosky†Anticipated HonorsHonors designations for J.D. candidates arebased on grades earned through a candidate’snext-to-last semester. Final graduation honorsfor all degrees will be determined by theRegistrar after final grades have been posted.Final graduation honors will appear on thediploma and official transcript.Final Degree EvaluationThe listing of candidates, degrees, andacademic honors in this program is preliminaryand subject to final degree requirementevaluation. A candidate earns a degree afterthe Registrar determines that the candidatehas satisfactorily completed all graduationrequirements and posted final grades onthe official record. The diploma of StetsonUniversity College of Law, signed and sealedby its appropriate officers, is the official publicdocument evidencing that a degree has beenawarded.Kimberly Hamel Wochholz†University of Central Florida, B.A.University of Tampa, B.S.Jason Charles Tripp†Stephanie Rachel WoessnerUniversity of Florida, B.A.St. Petersburg College, B.A.S.Vanessa Alison Van Cleaf†Matthew Daniel WolfMichigan State University, B.A.The Florida State University, B.S.Nelson Miguel Amorim VarajãoWilliam Morgan WoodsUniversity of South Florida, B.S.University of South Florida, B.A.Jennifer S. Vega†Kevin James WozniakUniversity of Florida, B.A.University of Florida, B.A.Troy VuurensDaniel R. ZorrillaUniversity of Florida, B.S.Florida Metropolitan University, B.S.Jay WadhwaniUniversity of Georgia, B.A.Marie Rooth ZorrillaCanisius College, B.S.Stetson University, M.B.A.Matthew Russ Wall*†Troy University, B.S.Paul Mark WarrenUniversity of Florida, B.A.†10* July GraduateAnticipated Honors
Named AwardsPresented on May 13, 2011Edward D. ForemanMost DistinguishedStudent AwardMegan Elizabeth O’NeillAmerican BankruptcyInstitute Medal Award forExcellence in BankruptcyStudiesCasim Adam NeffAmerican Law InstituteAmerican Bar AssociationScholarship & LeadershipAwardTiffany Vanessa ColbertAnthony S. BattagliaExcellence in LeadershipAwardTony George ThomasCarol R. Samuels UnsungHero Student LeadershipAwardSarah Finnane HanafinDaniel N. Burton AgainstAll Odds ScholarshipAaron Michael SwiftDean’s AwardKaleena Nicole WeaverE. Harris Drew MemorialAwardAndrew Joseph CelauroElizabeth M. LeemanAwardVanessa Alison Van CleafFlorida ConstitutionalLaw AwardCarolyn Conrad MeadowsGardner W. Beckett CivilLiberties AwardNational Order ofScribes AwardTrista Ann MustaineLaura Ann AtkinsChandler Philip IrvinCaitlin Emelia ParryRachel Ann KestenbaumChrista Marie Queen-SutherlandHearne EnvironmentalLaw AwardMichael Joseph DemaHenry Burnett TrialAdvocacy AwardPietrina Marie SamsInternational Academy ofTrial Lawyers AwardBrock Hjalma JohnsonJudge Alexander PaskayBankruptcy AwardAmy PowellMarc L. Levine AwardRachel Christine AttalMaria G. Martin Awardfor Legal EthicsJessica Lynn CalleyMatthew Bender ElderLaw Book AwardKathleen May MazzoccoMelvyn Trute, P.A. TrustAwardPaul Barnard Award forClinic ExcellencePietrina Marie SamsPRIDE AwardDavid J. BrunellThe Public Interest AwardMichelle Renee BlumePublic Service FellowsRecognition AwardAndrew Garett BarrowsRalph Harris FerrellCompetition AwardJames Clyde Garner IIIRaphael Steinhardt AwardNicole Lorraine RothsteinStallworth Trial TeamAwardErin Rebecca AntonioLaura Mary FerrisStanley Milledge AwardNader/Zrake MemorialAwardMelissa Lyn CohenThomas GarveyNational Associationof Women LawyersOutstanding Law StudentAwardJacqlyn Faye BryantSuzanne ArmstrongMemorial AwardJacob B. HansonThe Florida Bar City,County and LocalGovernment Law SectionStudent AwardGrant Pies 11
Named Awards, continuedPresented on May 13, 2011The Florida Bar Labor andEmployment Law SectionDean W. Gary VauseScholarshipRashida L. GordonThe Stephanie A. VaughanExcellence in AdvocacyAwardKarly Rae HughsThomas E. Penick, Jr.Award for CommunityServiceAndrea Jeanne DufresneVictor O. Wehle AwardCristina Pilar CamboDerrick L. ClarkeBrian Scott ClinesTiffany Vanessa ColbertCourtnie Unika CopelandMatthew James FutchRaychel GarciaDerek Oliver GoldsmithJessica Heather HochMatthew Murphey HoltsingerKennedy Brandon LeglerErin Ashley LondravilleDavid Hirsch MargolVictor O. Wehle Award(continued)Megan Elizabeth O’NeillPanagiota L. PapakosCaitlin Emelia ParryNicole Lorraine RothsteinPietrina Marie SamsBryan Davis SkellettTony George ThomasBrittany A. TomkoskyWalter Mann AwardDaniel D. WhitehouseCo-ValedictoriansSarah Finnane HanafinDaniel D. WhitehouseHonors & ActivitiesJ.D./M.B.A. Dual-DegreeCandidatesCarrie AlexanderLarry Edward Bache, Jr.Andrew Garett BarrowsAshley Cynthia BurgessKyle Robert CarrierAshley CoppolaSteven Robert DiOssiAndrea Jeanne DufresneSamir GhiaJennifer Gardner GillikinJoseph Russell GrahamMark GreenbergDavid William JohnsDarah Lena Kaplan12Nicholas KassatlyElizabeth Paige LoweryAngela Marie MeyersTimothy Lee MyersDanielle Calland NaserCasim Adam NeffEvan Jane NortonMichael Anthony PascarellaSean Phillip SavalJay WadhwaniAmber Nichole WilliamsHonors ProgramLaura Ann AtkinsAmy Christiane BaruchTyler D. BrownJessica Lynn CalleyMelissa Lyn CohenSean Everett DeanJoe L. Fernandez IIIJacob B. HansonJordan Tyler IsringhausCatherine Theresa JaczkaninRachel Ann KestenbaumKrysta MatheisTiffany Love McElheranMegan Elizabeth O’NeillPanagiota L. PapakosChrista Marie Queen-SutherlandIan Matthew ThomasDaniel D. WhitehouseKimberly Hamel Wochholz
Honors & ActivitiesCertificate ofConcentration CandidatesAdvocacyErin Rebecca AntonioCatherine Clarkson BonhommeDerrick L. ClarkeBrian Scott ClinesThomas DavisonLindsay Beth FrenkelJeffrey Martin GuyMallory Hulmes KeyserErin Ashley LondravilleGrant PiesAdam David RiethCeara Lucille RiggsPietrina Marie SamsRobert Reilly WillhoitElder LawKathryn Grace BosseSueanna Marie DeakinsBrittany Green GloersenJonathan Patrick KinsellaGerri LaceyKathleen May MazzoccoMichael Wayne PierceTaylor Kai PierceAshley Marie WineMatthew Daniel WolfInternational LawPetia B. TenevNominees for the NationalOrder of BarristersRachel Christine AttalAnne Michelle DrydenMatthew James FutchBrock Hjalma JohnsonMegan Elizabeth O’NeillNicole Lorraine RothsteinPietrina Marie SamsTony George ThomasWho’s Who AmongStudents in AmericanUniversities and CollegesErin Rebecca AntonioRachel Christine AttalLarry Edward Bache, Jr.Andrew Garett BarrowsMichelle Renee BlumeDavid J. BrunellJacqlyn Faye BryantAnd
University of Miami, LL.M. David Matthew Sullivan Southeastern Oklahoma State University, B.S. Texas Wesleyan University, J.D. Southern Methodist University, LL.M. Frank Martin Williams The William Paterson University of New Jersey, B.A. Stetson University, J.D. Master of Laws in internationaL Law Osama Youssef Badawi Birmingham School of Law, J.D.
