Commencement
College of Social Sciences Commencement Ceremony
Friday, May 16, 2025 • 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. • Save Mart Center
College of Social Sciences Commencement PDF
Dear Graduates,
Congratulations to you, the Class of 2024. You are among a select group of people in the United States who are completing their baccalaureate or masters degree. Your accomplishments deserve recognition, and we are pleased to join your family, friends, and supporters in celebrating you. You all make us very proud.
Today, as you cross the stage, and thus the line between student and alum, be assured of one thing - Our world needs the magic you bring and the magic you create. We have been lucky enough to experience the magic you brought to our campus - and we were lucky enough to play a small part in helping you think about how to develop that magic to continue to change the world.
The magic you created and experienced here has not only equipped you with the knowledge you need to succeed in your careers, but has also taught you how to thrive in a changing world. So, we have no fear you will define your own path and take your place in the world. At every stage of your journey, always remember to appreciate and thank those who helped you along the way. We cannot wait to see how your magic continues to shape the world!
On behalf of the faculty and staff of the College of Social Sciences, we wish you continued success in your professional careers and may your lives serve as role models to inspire and guide the next generation of leaders.
Sincerely,
Elizabeth A. Lowham
Dean, College of Social Sciences
Jennifer Randles
Interim Associate Dean, College of Social Sciences
Ceremony
National Anthem and Alma Mater Vocalist
Abby Cano
Mace Bearer
Dr. Chris Sullivan, Sociology
Dean’s Comments
Dr. Elizabeth A. Lowham, Dean
ASI President’s Address
Karen Carrillo, Chicano Studies
President’s Address
Dr. Saúl Jiménez-Sandoval, President, California State University, Fresno
Presentation of Social Sciences Dean’s Medalists
Presentation of Social Sciences Outstanding Thesis and Project
Presentation of Graduates by Department Chairs/Coordinators
Hooding Ceremony for Master's Graduates
Dr. Meta Schettler
Africana Studies Program
Dr. Dvera Saxton
Department of Anthropology
Dr. Ramón Sánchez
Department of Chicano and Latin American Studies
Dr. Amber Hammons
Department of Child and Family Science
Dr. Peter English
Department of Criminology
Dr. Michelle Calvarese
Department of Geography and City and Regional Planning
Dr. Blain Roberts
Department of History
Dr. Naomi Bick
Department of Political Science
Dr. Christopher Sullivan
Department of Sociology
Dr. Larissa M. Mercado-López
Department of Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies
Confirmation of Degrees
President, Dr. Saúl Jiménez-Sandoval and Dean, Dr. Elizabeth A. Lowham
Khepri Urrea
Department of Anthropology
Danna Paola Martínez Maravilla
Department of Chicano and Latin American Studies
Isabella Robarge
Department of Child and Family Science
Hannah Martínez
Department of Criminology
Ashley Gonzales Oropeza
Master of Science Criminology
Isabella Herrera
Department of Geography and City and Regional Planning
Adam Hiett
Department of History
Angel Rojas
Master of Arts History
Jose Santiesteban
Department of Political Science
Sabrina Magallanes
Master of Public Administration
Nanette Villarreal
Department of Sociology
Department of Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies
Medalists and Thesis/Project Award Winners
2024 Social Sciences Graduate Dean’s Medalist
Angel Rojas
M.A. History
2024 Social Sciences Undergraduate Dean’s Medalist
Jose Santiesteban
B.A. Political Science
2024 Outstanding Project Award
Carson King
M.S. Criminology
Connor Naylor
M.A. History
College of Social Sciences Honors Program
- Evelyn Arciga Reyes
- Tyler Boyd
- Aidan Boyles
- Taylor Chetwood
- Adie Escalera
- Lillian Hammerstrom
- Benjamin Harris
- Adam Hiett
- Hannah Martínez
- Victor Martínez-Ambriz
- Sakina Munsinger
- Benjamin Rigby
- Simranjeet Sekhon
- Hiba Suhail
- Takashi Tsutsui
- Omar Tortoledo
- ZhengKai Ng
Criminology Honors Program
- Aylin Cornejo Torres
- Adie Escalera
- Alyssa Gonzalez
- Kirandeep Klair
- Danna Paola Martínez Maravilla
- Hannah Martínez
- Bella Ranes
- Abigail Romero
- Hiba Suhail
- Haidyn Washburn
Honors
***Summa Cum Laude
Red/Blue/Gold Cords
3.90 - 4.00 GPA
Red/Blue/Silver Cords
3.70 - 3.89 GPA
Red/Blue Cords
3.50 - 3.69 GPA
+ Master's Degree with Distinction
3.9 - 4.0 GPA