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CommencementMarch 12, 2022

10:00 a.m.

SCHOOL OF NURSING AND HEALTH SCIENCES

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Welcome!

It’s my distinct pleasure to welcome you to Capella University’s Orlando commencement ceremony. All of us at Capella – our board of trustees, faculty, and staff – are honored to celebrate with you and recognize the significant accomplishments of all our graduates.

Your academic achievements, determination, and perseverance have brought you to this point. The diplomas and certificates earned recognize new achievement as well as new responsibilities – to your community, profession, family, and to yourself. You have the knowledge, skills, and professional countenance to make your part of the world a better place and to serve as a role model for those aspiring to attain what you have.

As a participant in commencement, you join more than 99,000 Capella graduates who have gone before you. Many more will follow. Your success is a beacon to us all, and this commencement underscores the dedication and drive you showed throughout your studies. We stand together, better prepared, more focused, more deeply committed to making a difference in the future we share as a community.

As you move forward with your life and career, the support of Capella University remains with you. I encourage you to stay close to Capella through our Alumni Association and let us know about your achievements. To the loved ones of our graduates: You deserve special recognition. We appreciate the unique challenges that our learners face as well as the sacrifices required of those around them. Your support and encouragement helped make their success possible. On behalf of Capella’s learners, faculty, and staff, I extend our sincere gratitude and admiration.

Graduates, I encourage you to savor this moment – it is one you will long remember and cherish. Take pride in your accomplishments. We are honored to celebrate with you.

Sincerely,

Richard Senese, PhD, LPPresident, Capella University

Capella University Academic Leadership

Richard Senese, PhD, LPPresident

Constance St. Germain, EdD, JDSenior Vice PresidentAcademic Affairs & Provost

Ying Iverson, PhDAssistant ProvostVP Academic Affairs

Charlyn Hilliman, PhDVice President Academic Enrichmentand Chief Diversity Officer

Genevieve Feliu, PhDVice PresidentAcademic Innovation

Barbara Butts Williams, PhDExecutive DeanSocial Responsibility and Community Engagement

Heather Welzant, PhDDeanSchool of Public Service and Education

Melissa McIntyre-Brandly, PhDAssociate DeanSchool of Public Service and Education

Josh Stanley, EdD, NCC, ACSDeanSchool of Social and Behavioral Sciences

Jody Neuman-Aamlie, PhD, LPAssistant DeanSchool of Social and Behavioral Sciences

Irene Nicolet, PhD, NCSP, LSSPAssistant DeanSchool of Social and Behavioral Sciences

Jennifer Straub, PhDDean (Interim)School of Business, Technology, and Health Care Administration

Cheryl Boncuore, PhDAssociate DeanSchool of Business, Technology, and Health Care Administration

Lisa Kreeger, PhDDeanSchool of Nursing and Health Sciences

Constance Hall, EdD, RNAssociate Dean (Interim)School of Nursing and Health Sciences

Melissa Weaver, MSAssociate DeanDivision of Arts and Sciences

Curtis Brant, PhD, CIPDeanOffice of Research and Scholarship


Board of Trustees

Eric Jolly, PhD (Chair)

Mark Brown, MBA

Adrian Butler, DM

Diane Dayson, PhD

Christopher King, PhD

Rochelle Petermann, MS, LPC, CCMHC, NCC

Lori Riley, MBA

Diana Rodriguez, MBA, MEd

Richard Senese, PhD, LP

Steven Snyder, PhD

Dwaun Warmack, EdD

Harry Williams, PhD

Todd Sorensen, JD (Board Secretary)

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Live webcast: www.capellaOrlando22commencement.com

Commencement information: www.capella.edu/commencement

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Attending Faculty Leadership

Kristie Lowry, DNP, MNSc, RN MSNInterim Program DirectorSchool of Nursing and Health Sciences

Marie Elena Barry, DNP, MSN, RNBSN Faculty DirectorSchool of Nursing and Health Sciences

University Administration

Kelly Brooks, MPARegistrar


Grand Marshal | Jo Ann Runewicz, EdDDr. Jo Ann Runewicz is the RN-to-BSN program director in the School of Nursing and Health Sciences at Capella University. She earned a bachelor of science and master of science in nursing at Gwynedd Mercy College, and a doctorate in education with a concentration in curriculum, instruction, and technology at NOVA SE University.

Her applied doctoral dissertation earned the distinction of a Research Excellence Award. She is a member of Sigma Theta Tau Honor International and a Capella University Harold Abel award recipient for Excellence in Teaching.

Dr. Runewicz has more than 43 years of experience teaching nursing in higher education. She served as associate campus dean at Strayer University before working at Capella University. At Capella, she was instrumental in the introduction of FlexPath into the BSN program.

Commencement Speaker | Talithia Williams, PhDDr. Talithia Williams is a math professor, popular TED Talks speaker, inspiring author and passionate STEM/STEAM advocate. She also serves as a host of a popular science program on PBS.

Dr. Williams has made it her life’s work to get people of all ages and backgrounds excited about the bold possibilities of a STEM education and to “STEMpower” women and minorities to enter these professions. Her latest book, Power in Numbers: The Rebel Women of Mathematics, reflects Williams’ passion to rebrand the field of mathematics as anything but dry, technical or male dominated.

As associate dean for research and experiential learning and associate professor of mathematics at Harvey Mudd College, Dr. Williams develops statistical models that emphasize the spatial and temporal structure of data and finds ways to apply them to real-world problems. Dr. Williams also hosts NOVA Wonders, a PBS miniseries that explores the biggest questions on the frontiers of science.

Her professional experiences include research appointments at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, NASA’s Johnson Space Center and the National Security Agency.

Dr. Williams earned a bachelor’s degree in mathematics from Spelman College, a master’s degree in mathematics from Howard University and a doctorate in statistics from Rice University.

Dr. Runewicz presents nationally with a focus on competency-based education, curriculum design, faculty mentoring, self-care, stress management and workplace resilience during a pandemic.

She is a Reiki master teacher, CPR instructor, a member of the prison outreach board and is the founder and active member for community homeless and wellness ministries in her community.

Reader | Tom Sonnek, MFA As director of Continuous Quality Improvement at Capella, Mr. Sonnek is responsible for monitoring and evaluating the execution of university functions as they relate to quality and improving learner achievement and experience. Before coming to Capella in 2014, Mr. Sonnek spent several years in production and quality control for nonprofit, for-profit and retail sectors. He holds a BS from Minnesota State University, Mankato, and an MFA degree from Indiana University Bloomington.


COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:00 a.m. Bagpipes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bradley Green and Naomi Brandt

Processional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pomp and Circumstance (Rec) Edward Elgar, Orchestral Academy of Los Angeles

Color Guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AFROTC Det 159 Flying Knights Color Guard

The National Anthem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Emilton Cardona

Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Richard Senese, PhD, LP President, Capella University

Commencement Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Talithia Williams, PhD

Presentation of Candidates for Degrees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . School of Nursing and Health Sciences

Conferral of Degrees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Richard Senese, PhD, LP President, Capella University

Recessional . . . . . . Please remain in your seats as the graduates exit the auditorium.

Grand Marshal - Jo Ann Runewicz, EdD

Reader - Tom Sonnek, MFA

Guest safety and conductWe’re glad you’re here to support your Capella University graduate. Enjoy the celebration today, but please don’t let your enthusiasm impede on others enjoyment. You can help us make today a safe and joyful occasion by reporting inappropriate behavior to an usher or security. Please comply with requests from venue staff and security regarding facility operations and emergency response procedures. Thank you for respectfully celebrating all of our newest Capella graduates.

Amaka Achibiri * Krish Adhikari *Gladys Eharime Aigbekaen *Gibsiclary Alba *Lauren Therese Albano *Josianne Amazan *Alberto Lumen Andrade, Jr. *Matilda Dede Ankrah *Maria Araujo *Akassi Atta *Patricia Austin *Kimberly Bagnato *Cynthia Barbour *Carli Mae Bennett *Alexander Berry *Katy Berry *Kelley Michele Bindel *Schermekia Bishop *Tina Black *Alexis Boehm *Gail BriggsAdriana Brown *Ashley Brown *Debbie Williams Brown *Erica Brown *Kameisha Brown *Kayleigh Brown *Rachele Brutus *Andrea Buie *David K Bungei *Frances Burton *Judlyn Caidor *Christine Carroll *Cristina Tais Casian *Erika Castro *Naomi Castro *Jeisanec Cedeno *Maria Celestino-Sawoe *Angela Cecilia Concepcion Chan *Vanessa Chavarria *Merlandes Cherrelus *

Melissa Clark *Johana Clerge *Janet Michele Colds *Denise Cynquona Cole *Lakeysha Coleman *Jayla Sharletta Collins *Kizzie T Conner *Lesley Paola Constantibo *Lindsey Cooper *LaSharn Counts-Williams *Kristin Culpepper *Bipana DahalKristie D David *Latoya D Davis *Melissa Denniston *Gabriela Diaz Barredo *Farlah Extra-Phanor *Christian I Ezennia *Laura Farillas *Meredith Findley *Elizabeth Follah *Benedicta Fordjour *Joan Foster *Nicola Joan Fraser *Jordan Mae Fratto *Robert Fregoso *Phyllis GainesSandy Gallegos *Stefan Gayle *Vera Gekonge *Temesgen Gessisa *Keri Gill *Margaret Glago *Erika Goff *Elizabeth I Goodman *Melinda Margaret Graham *Rochelle P. Grant *Simone Grant *Shannon M Gray *Roselyn R Green *Candace Hale *

B A C H E L O R O F S C I E N C E I N N U R S I N G

School of Nursing and Health Sciences

*FlexPath Graduate


B A C H E L O R O F S C I E N C E I N N U R S I N G continued

Charmayne Halley *Shakiya Hamell *Candita Dawn Harding *Markayne Lacy Harris *Sonya Hauck *Jennifer Lavonne Hauser *Kristine Herman *Natty E. Hernandez *Delisha Lasha Hicks *Cynthia D Hilery *Kendreea Hodges *Cade Huntington *Mary Hurmetian *Shelcey Ranika Hussey *Hirut Baye Huston *Hugo Ibarra *Mercy Elley Igogo *Morolake M. Ilesanmi *April Dawn Jackson *Carolyn Jackson *Najette Jaskolka *Christine Ashley Jepson *Brenda Johnson *Carolyn Dawn Johnson *Shamika Tiana Johnson *Aviola Jones *Laura Jones *Diamond Flossie Jordan *Jeffrey Michael Kalinowski *Walter Kamanda *Nancy Kariuki *Kathleen Ann Keller *Heather Kellum *Lindsy Kemp *Jayon Koutsoras *Frostina Kollie Kpadeh *Denna S Kunins *Amanda Lynn Kurschinske *Sheilla Laguerre *Laurene LaHaie *Leasia Shawnique Landrum *Larisa Latimer *Sara-Lee Lavine *Fernande Lazarre *Dayonna A Lee *

Maida Likovic *Michelle Loeb *Elizabeth Were Longrie *Michelle Lopez *Andrene Louison *Meire Louzada *Mondale Lucas *Shaunica Maclin *Joy Major *Gladys Makori *Ismonique Marcellus *Emil Andrew Sevilla Marquita *Joshua Page Martin *Mary Margareth Martin *Melanie Martinez *Sonia Monique MartinezDominic Martucci *Lindsay Matsanka *Sherry L. Mayo *Annastacia Mburu *Kerron Mc Sween - Burke *Nicole McAuliffe *Heather McNicol *Gabrielle Mcphail *Jacqueline Elizabeth Hodge McWilliams *Nina Medina *Genese Meridth *Cheryllisa Mgbeme *Dyema Michel *Shaina R Mikel *Laura Miller *Henrietta Mills *Kelisha Mistry *Yochabel Mobo *Xenia M Molina *Lauren Moore *Charlene Mullins *Paul Kamau Mwangi *Risa Nagata *Keshia Neal *Simret Negatu *Cierra Newman *Annah Ngako *Grace Nganga *

B A C H E L O R O F S C I E N C E I N N U R S I N G continued

Prudencia Nganghi *Stephanie J Nicolas *Deborah Nicolo *Irene P. Nimpson *Joysline Leinyuy Njobe *Lilian Nyareru *Dorca Kwamboka Nyauma Migiro *Megan Odoi *Peace Egharuwa Ogboe *Elizabeth Olawumi Olaleye *Victoria OlayinkaVenny N Ongeri *Genea Onyeagucha *Bathsheba Osiemo *Kehinde Oyebade *Linet Oyugi *Tanya Palmer *Alexa Panagakos *Ayleen Parra *Audrey Patterson *Kevon Pekchi *Meredith Harvey Pierce *David Pierre *Ysabeth Seraphin Pierre-Louis *Deanna Pinto-Wallace *Gina Pomroy *Veronda Genene Melton PowellSydney Purdom *Nathalia Queiroz *Danielle Teela Ramos *Shelly-Ann Elaine Reid *Jennifer Reyes Seward *Ana RiveroBrian Josiah Rodriguez *Luis Rodriguez *Grace Roldan *Kemma Rougier *Kimberly RowelloKorally Saint-Jacques *Nicole Salami *Fatima Samatar *Katie Samuels *Dan Harold Santos *Mary Schaller

Bolana Schofield *Latisha S ShannonStacie Shchouchkoff *Pichaney Joy Sin *Julianne Singh *Janice SmithKia Lashawn Smith *Shanell Michaela Smith *Sharon Aulene Smith *Duane Snider *Kayla R. Soileau *Leola Rider Spencer *Shardae Stallworth *Jonathan Swain *Shakora Swanson Johnson *Judith Taylor *Dawit Ghebru Tekle *Gillian Thompson *Patricia Todisco *Joyce Togba *Tomora Tonioli *Kayla Marie Treadway *Rohan Turner *Jazmin Lisseth Unda Jimenez *Stephanie M Valadez *Heidi Yulissa Velasquez *Bryce Voegele *Asheia Whyte-Jones *Summer Wiley-Taylor *Bethany Williams *Miriam May Williams *Nakia Williams *Simone Williams *Peta-Gaye Wilson *Stephanie Wilson *Lovanne Wilson Isaacs *Susan Woods *Kayla Yandon *Nicole A Young *Kamal Yousef *Jose Zabala *Morgan Zernich *Ashley Raquel Zilkha *

*FlexPath Graduate *FlexPath Graduate


M A S T E R O F S C I E N C E I N N U R S I N G

G R A D U A T E C E R T I F I C A T E I N N U R S I N G

Lynda K. Adside *Adetutu Akinyode *Gail Ali *Lindsey AncrumEdith Jose Ann *Diane Atherton *Amy AtheyNicole Auman *Monique Austin *Lisa Rae Ayers *Jovan Banares *Una Bantug *Sonya Marie Bates *Stephanie Belew *Carmen Bennett *Welela BerhanuHannah Binding *Billie Bissette *Comfort BoatengMichelle Bohanon *Lillian M Borhan *Lauren Brechtel *Jocelyn Christine Buchanan *Christine Carroll *Jeisanec Cedeno *Mandeep Chahal *Kerri Checa *Merlandes Cherrelus *Johana Clerge *Nancy Anne CoonVanessa Leigh Crowder *Destiny Dages *Daphne R. Day *Romina A. DeFilipo *Beverly Loida Degracia Bautista *Kim Dixon *Sharonna Dunlap *Danielle Duverge *

Jessica Eisenhuth *Kimberly Emanuele *Raymond Paul Estacio *Breann Feldner *Matthew FinamoreMalicha Finn *Alexis Rochelle Fligor *Stefanie France *Nicola Joan Fraser *Ericka Natasha George *Lakaisha Gibson *Donald Green *Shanell Green *Shelia Griffin *Nicholas Grott *Shakiya Hamell *Stephanie Mulder Hansell *Kelsey Ann Hanson *Markayne Lacy Harris *Brenda Lynn HelmuthTracy Hiett *Brittany R HillFelicia Holden *Melissa Howard *Marlee Beth Huth *Esther Idowu *Mercy Elley Igogo *Sarah Elizabeth IngallsRosanne Ingreso *Magdalena K Jaszczur *Diamond Flossie Jordan *Rajesh Joree *Ignacia Nicole JoynerBarbra Kalaina Brown *Heather Kellum *Stacy King *Joel Taylor KnightCorrine Kobler *

Magreth G Kombe

M A S T E R O F S C I E N C E I N N U R S I N G continued

Magreth G KombeSheila Labossiere *Sheilla Laguerre *Christiana Lambson *Michelle Bernadette LangeJolene Lawrence *Fernande Lazarre *Judith LeeMichelle Lopez *Karen Love *Laura Maditz *Joy Major *Lisa Mango *Mary Ann Balanon Maputol *Jill Matter *Susie Mayo *Tammara Mcintosh *Emily McLane *Marilyn Melendez-Gutierrez *Brianna Mendez *Lisa Marie MillerSimona Milner *Gloria Michelle Tablang Miniano *Rafia Mughal *Margarett Murad *Arinda Angelique Murphy *Kathryn M Nelson *Paula Frances Nelson *Alexis Lynn Nicholson *Deborah Nicolo *Agata K Northway *Felcar Nuñez *Patricia Ollom *Basilia Onukwufor *Robin Penetrante Abasolo *Kristen Peterson *Kimberly Lynne Plunk *

Jennifer Puchalski *Elizabeth Ratkowski *Courtney Reaves *Kathryn Rolph *Dan-Michael Bulala RomuloMarie-Christy Lema Royal *Nicole Salami *Arlene Sanchez *Kimberly Kintrell SandersKrystle ScottBarbara SeditaStacey Semexan *Toni Shell *Caroline Sherwin *Caryn ShulmanHawa Stanley *Rhonda Tata *Judith Taylor *Gillian Thompson *Iben Thompson *Tomora Tonioli *Haylei S Torez *Stephanie M Valadez *Kristin Van ArkHannah Vilchek *Dorette Wade-ByrdStephanie Walker *Karina Walters *Amy Washburn *Lodrick Webber *Dana Marie Webster *Lois WilsonLovanne Wilson Isaacs *Angela Woehler *Holly Wood-Poole *Asya Astgik Zikranova *



D O C T O R O F N U R S I N G P R A C T I C E

Chika AginaDecreased Depression in Elderly Resident of Nursing Homes - Connection With Early DetectionMentor: Angela Saathoff

Allison Marie AllardImpact of a Pressure Injury Care Bundle Application and Increased Nurse Practitioner Surveillance in the Care and Prevention of Pressure InjuriesMentor: Sheri Erwin

Kimberly Jo AronsonImproving Adherence to Inhaled Therapy for Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary DiseaseMentor: Patricia Guthrie

Katerina BellQuality Improvement Interventions to Improve Medication Adherence in Heart Failure PatientsMentor: Deanna Janz

Cara L BensonImproving NP Job Satisfaction by Enhancing Organizational SupportMentor: JoAnna Cartwright

Allison Mae BenzingImplementation of the Interdisciplinary Discharge Planning Bundle on an Adult Med/Surg Hospital UnitMentor: Pamela Bradshaw

Dana F BlackburnCallback Modification to Decrease Opioid Diversion and Increase Treatment AdherenceMentor: Susan Hale

Shannon Lynn BowmanImproving the Timely and Effective Care of SepsisMentor: Catherine Suttle

Corinn BurtonThe Impact of Fall Prevention and Management in a Long-Term Care SettingMentor: Terri Jones

Jacqueline Etta Gboyah BushGap in Practice Related to Frequent Readmission of COPD Patients Within 30 Days of DischargeMentor: Deanna Golden

Makia CadeEffectiveness of a Care Pathway for Neck Dissection With Free Flap Reconstruction PatientsMentor: Holly Diesel

Ronald Calon CarpioEnhancing Patient Experience through Nurse Bundling StrategiesMentor: Mary Elizabeth Teixeira

Laura ChapmanThe Implementation of a Comprehensive School-Based Asthma Management Program in a High School Clinic SettingMentor: Anita Harris

Joanne Marie ChestnutAdherence to Repeating and Documenting Elevated Blood PressureMentor: Sara Torres

Lydia Siphiwe ChowaIntroducing Evidence-Based Protocol to Prevent and Decrease Fall Events Among Elderly Hospice PatientsMentor: Tracey Soper

Ayanna ClowersDecreasing Readmission Rates of Patients With End Stage Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary DiseaseMentor: Rosemary Biddle-Childress

D O C T O R O F N U R S I N G P R A C T I C E continued

Jacqueline June DavisDeveloping a Prostate Assessment Protocol for Men During the Annual Wellness VisitMentor: Catherine Fant

Renia DavisUtilization of a Violence Risk Assessment Screening Tool for Patient AggressionMentor: Sara Torres

Kristyn R DingesImplementing Practice Guidelines for Indwelling Urinary Catheter ExchangeMentor: Susan Hale

Lisa Draze *Screening Patients With Dementia Using the Cornell Scale for Depression in Dementia

Lisa Adean EdwardsInitiative to Reduce Drug Discrepancies in Primary Care through a Standardized Medication Reconciliation ProcessMentor: Terry Throckmorton

Blerina FarukuImproving Self-Care Knowledge for DiabetesMentor: Jennifer Taylor

Ghana FergusonLeveraging Technology to Improve Access to CareMentor: Corinne Cochran

Alicia Suzanne FloorUtilizing a Resource Nurse and Standardized Handoff to Improve Patient Transfer SafetyMentor: Mattie Burton

Sarah Jane ForsytheImplementing an Early Warning Assessment for Congestive Heart PatientsMentor: Mattie Burton

Willie Marie GarrettDecreasing Readmissions Using the Teach-Back MethodMentor: Terry Throckmorton

Nballu GobaScreening for Polypharmacy in a Managed Care OrganizationMentor: Linda Matheson

Kevin Andrew HartApnea of Prematurity GuidelinesMentor: Terri Jones

Laura HartImplementation of a Project to Increase Civility and Retention in the Perioperative ArenaMentor: Angela Saathoff

Denise Beda Harton RandleA Culturally Tailored Diabetes Education Program for African AmericansMentor: Jill Schramm

Philip Michael HatfieldImplementing a Care Pathway to Decrease COPD Readmissions, Decrease Length of Stay and Increase Patient SatisfactionMentor: Tracey Soper

Mildred HillisImproving the Emergency Department Throughput ProcessMentor: Peggy Soper

*FlexPath Graduate



Lisa Marie HummelAssaults on Healthcare WorkersMentor: Jennifer Taylor

Maureen IgbinobaScreening for Obstructive Sleep Apnea in a Managed Care OrganizationMentor: Linda Matheson

Georgia Faye JacksonThe Impact of Implementing a Nurse Communication Competency Incorporating the Principles of AIDET on the Communication With Nurses HCAHPS ScoresMentor: Anita Harris

Camille Catron Johnson *Project Report: NEWS

Michelle Jordan-BuieA Quality Improvement Project to Increase Patient Satisfaction ScoresMentor: Mary Elizabeth Teixeira

Karen KelleyFall Prevention Program in Long Term CareMentor: Jennifer Taylor

Nichole LawsonMedication Reconciliation: Reducing Readmission Rates in Complex Elderly PatientsMentor: Sara Torres

Claire Arong LeegardAdolescent Depression ScreeningMentor: Jennifer Taylor

Lorrie LoomisNursing Burnout and Resiliency in the Emergency Room and the Relation to Patient Satisfaction ScoresMentor: Megan O’Connor

Betty Jean MaceImplementation of a Psychiatric Fall Risk Assessment With Additional InterventionsMentor: Patricia Guthrie

Rhonda Jean MaleyHydration Assessment and Response Tools: Reducing Hospitalizations and ED Transfers in a Residential Care FacilityMentor: Angela Saathoff

Holli MasciImproving Patient Participation in Annual Wellness VisitsMentor: Ma Kristina Martinez

Leanndra Shelbye MaynardImplementation of the AORN Toolkit: Prevention of Perioperative Pressure InjuriesMentor: Angela Saathoff

Victoria Felice McDavidThe Effects of Diabetic Management via Telehealth on Hospital AdmissionsMentor: Terri Jones

Lenekia Shavon McKnightA Dedicated RN Team to Improve the Number of Covid-Positive Patients Notified and Educated Within 48 Hours: A Quality Improvement Project Mentor: Mary Elizabeth Teixeira

Mary Ellen McKnightImplementation of a Screening Tool to Assess for Early Palliative Care in Heart Failure PatientsMentor: Jill Schramm

Sue Ann MillerEvidence-Based Fall Prevention in Long-Term Care: A Clinician-Led ApproachMentor: Terry Throckmorton


Mary MoorePostpartum Depression ScreeningMentor: Rosemary Biddle-Childress

Selvan MuruganThe MEWS Tool Implementation to Reduce Higher Level of TransfersMentor: Susan Hale

Lovette N. NwaorguImplementation of Bedside Shift Report With Script for Fall Prevention: A Quality Improvement ProjectMentor: Susan Hale

Zehra Duran OdabasIndividualized Discharge Program to Improve Patient OutcomesMentor: Linda Matheson

Lanaya OkoroImproving Hospice Caregiver SatisfactionMentor: Jill Schramm

Busurat Kikelomo OladunjoyeImproving Diabetes Self-Care Management Through Weekly Telephone ConversationsMentor: Mary Ann Anderson

Eteciana Siumara O’RourkeImproving Aggregate Standardized Performance Measures Reports in a Community Health CenterMentor: Amanda Graham

Norma I OrtizPreventing or Reducing Heart Failure Readmissions by Using the Teach-Back Method of Patient EducationMentor: Amanda Eymard

Kim Marie Pavel PilarskiThe Implementation of Lung Cancer Screening in a Rural SettingMentor: Amanda Graham

Michelle PayneImplementation of a Nurse-Driven Mobility Program: Preventing Falls and Functional Decline in OncologyMentor: Linda Royer

Suzanne PayneImplementing a Champion to Leverage Electronic Medical Record Use in Emergency Department Code Stroke AlertsMentor: Angela Saathoff

Brian Dave PervisImplementation of an Opiate Use Disorder (OUD) Screening Tool to Reduce Opioid Abuse in a Pain Management ClinicMentor: Megan O’Connor

Patricia Ann Polasky-WaltmanImplementing Practice Changes To Address Caregiver Preparedness for the Stroke Survivor During the Care Transition to Enhance Patient SatisfactionMentor: Jill Schramm

Rhonda ReidStandardizing Syphilis Best Practices for Providers in a Rural Community: An Evidence-Based ApproachMentor: Catherine Suttle

Machell ReifsniderPostpartum Hemorrhage Rate Reduction Through Implementation of an Evidence-Based BundleMentor: Catherine Suttle

Briana Richardson *Doctoral Project Report: Hypertension Self Care




Ashley ToddThe Fight Against Slips, Trips, and Falls in a Community-Based Oncology and Hematology SettingMentor: Angela Saathoff

Madison Tonkay *Reducing Pediatric Emergence Delirium

Janice TroegerLeader Rounding: Impact in an Ambulatory ClinicMentor: Mattie Burton

Maria D VazquezImplementation of a Communication Improvement Tool in a CountyDepartment of HealthMentor: Rosemary Biddle-Childress

Julie WarnerFeasibility and Fidelity of Compliance When Using Patient-Centered Diabetes EducationMentor: Susan Hale

Rosana A WarrenFall Prevention in the Emergency Department for Intoxicated PatientsMentor: Mary Elizabeth Teixeira

Jennifer WeaverImproving Patient Fall Rates With a Standardized Safety HuddleMentor: Colleen Marzilli

Autumn L WilkinsThe Effect of a Preoperative Assessment Tool on Postoperative Length of StayMentor: Margaret Harvey

Francine WittImplementation of an Evidenced-Based Protocol for Uncontrolled Hypertension in the Primary Care SettingMentor: Kimberly Nerud

Annette WrightReducing Heart Failure Readmission RatesMentor: Megan O’Connor


NeTwaski Meterel RochellAn Evidenced-Based Education and Medication Management Program to Improve Medication Adherence in Older WomenMentor: Sara Torres

Crystal RogersFall Prevention Screening ToolsMentor: Sara Torres

Gregory RogersStandardized Rapid Response Team ImplementationMentor: Amberly Wagner-Connolly

Joshua Barrett RoperFall Risk Prevention in the Acute Care SettingMentor: Allison Terry

Jamila Aminata RozierHeart Failure Discharge BundleMentor: Corinne Cochran

Samantha Lynn SmeltzerReduction of Seven-Day Readmission Rates Using a Discharge ChecklistMentor: Deborah Merriam

Stefanie SmootEmergency Department to Inpatient Admissions: An Evaluation of a Transfer Protocol in Decreasing Adverse Patient EventsMentor: Angela Saathoff

Heather Sue StearsParallel Work Process to Decrease Operating Room Turnover TimeMentor: Catherine Suttle

Matthew Rod Allen StillionImplementation of a Tobacco Cessation Program at a Homeless Shelter in the Central MidwestMentor: Angela Saathoff

Tarsha Stokes-ByrdImplementation of CLABSI Reduction ProgramMentor: Jill Schramm

Jennifer StromFalls Risk Prevention Bundle to Reduce Falls in an Inpatient Psychiatric UnitMentor: Corinne Cochran

Sherry TenisonDisparities of Breastfeeding Among Low-Income African American MothersMentor: Amanda Graham

Kia ThaoHands-Free Passing TechniqueMentor: Margaret Harvey

Devonda ThomasIdentifying an Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Through Targeted Screenings During an Annual Health Risk AssessmentMentor: Angela Saathoff

Latonya Marie ThomasBreastfeeding Classes: A Quality Improvement Project to Increase Intent to BreastfeedMentor: Mary Elizabeth Teixeira

Tawenna Cooks ThomasPrep Initiation in Individuals at High Risk of HIV AcquisitionMentor: Linda Matheson

B A C H E L O R O F S C I E N C E I N P U B L I C H E A L T H

Bernice Latonia DuncanKeisha Els

Stephen Ryan

*FlexPath Graduate

M A S T E R O F P U B L I C H E A L T H

Rosemary Akosua Amo-BonnerLyTina J BrownChristana Bowman CainKimberlee Shavon CollinsYawa Sepopo Apefa DamoinTiona DoctorSanthra DuangsawatNkemka Osinachi Egbuho

Melphina EvansAngela EveretteChelsea Mae Ricamona LubongAhjahta LL McDuffieDanielle Samantha MckoyCecily Dawn O’QuinnKalumma Criss SantosMechaela Simmons


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Stephanie Abernathy-LaneLong-Term Survival Strategies for Same Gender Loving African American Males Living With HIVMentor: Oreta Samples

Jeremiah AlbericoImproving Law Enforcement Skills for Responding to Mental Health Crises CallsMentor: Lawanda Warthen

Whitney Shanté CraigThe Impact of Pre-Registration Packets on Patient Capacity in an Urban Health Department During the Back to School SurgeMentor: Donald Simpson

Olumuyiwa Olusoji DaramolaEvidence Based Practices to Increase Minority Participation in Clinical TrialsMentor: Amy Mattison-Faye

Stephen V DavidBarriers to Healthcare Access Among Senior Filipino-AmericansMentor: Richard Nelesen

Rose DumeImpact of Breathe, an EBP Intervention on the Stress Levels of Public Health Nurses and Their Job SatisfactionMentor: Donna Allen

Jazmine GantzPerceived Facilitators and Barriers to Type 2 Diabetes Self-Management and Care Among Middle to Older Aged African Americans Living in North CarolinaMentor: Ashley Hill

Ruth Elaine Greer-KendallOrganizational Readiness: Adoption of a Trauma Assessment Tool for ChildrenMentor: Amy Mattison-Faye

Elizabeth GrekasImproving Caregiver Self-Efficacy Using the Teach-Back Method During the Diagnostic OdysseyMentor: Donald Simpson

Aishia T HendersonA Study to Evaluate the Quality of the Homelessness Management System in the Nevada Plan to End Youth HomelessnessMentor: Krista Mincey

Adaugo Chinonyerem IbeBridging the Oral Health Gap Among Adults in Landover Maryland Mentor: Melissa Singer Pressman

Kathy L. JonesThe Clergy Empowerment Program: An Educational Intervention to Prevent Burnout and Promote Self-CareMentor: Krista Mincey

Marian JonesSexual Assault at a Historically Black College/ UniversityMentor: Amy Mattison-Faye

Casandra KiddAn Investigation Into the Rates and Scope of the HIV Infection and Transmission Among Men With Same-Gender Sex Partners Within a Southeastern RegionMentor: James Gambone

Patrice Markita KingTerminal Cleaning Practices in a Health Department: Prevention of Bloodborne Pathogens and InfectionMentor: Amy Mattison-Faye

Alexandria Renee LewisThe Effect of Participation of African American Women in a Faith-Based Setting Using a Modified Daniel Fast Method on Self-Efficacy, Blood Pressure, and Body WeightMentor: Oreta Samples

Fredreka LivingAn Assessment of Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors in Physically Active Asymptomatic African American MenMentor: Delores Cauthen

Tranh Ngoc NguyenImproving Amount Physical Activity and Dietary Intake of Vietnamese Americans With Type 2 DiabetesMentor: Thomas Clobes

Jennifer RaymondStrategic Assessment of Organizations That Provide Mental Health Services to Latinx or Black AdolescentsMentor: John Nemecek

Jeanine A. RobinsonThe Effectiveness of a COVID-19 Training for Staff at a Long-Term Care Facility in Central FloridaMentor: Donna Allen

Ja’Nay Michelle Chatman SheltonImpact of Competency-Based Medical Education on Chronic NonCancer Pain Treatment and Management Amongst Family Medicine ResidentsMentor: Melissa Singer Pressman

Nyarai Regina TsimbaAssessing Teen Pregnancy Prevention Programs’ Effectiveness in Reducing Pregnancy in A Southeast RegionMentor: Richard Nelesen

Sunny WeseyEvidence-Based Practice to Increase Participation in Prostate Cancer Screening in Black MenMentor: Oreta Samples

Mary Wendy WilliamsThe Effectiveness of a Self-Management Diabetes Education Program in African American AdultsMentor: Ashley Hill

Jasmine Enise YoungAn Analysis of the Effective Utilization of a Swallow Evaluation Tool to Improve Speech-Language Pathology Outcomes in Skilled Nursing Health Systems: A Process Improvement ModelMentor: Saran Tucker


Commencement programsThis program is not an official graduation list. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy in this commencement program, printing deadlines sometimes prevent inclusion of candidates’ names or may contain the names of persons who have not yet completed their graduation requirements. Graduates are listed once for each degree and/or certificate they have earned. Therefore, multiple listings of an individual indicate they have earned more than one academic credential. Degrees and honors will be awarded only upon successful completion of all requirements. This printed program, therefore, should not be used to determine a student’s academic or degree status. The university’s official registry for conferral of degrees is the student’s academic record, maintained by the Registrar’s Office, 225 South 6th Street, 9th Floor, Minneapolis, MN 55402.

Alumni Association and Career ServicesCongratulations on completing your degree program! We now welcome you to the Capella Alumni Association. Your membership is free, and we invite you to explore your new benefits and opportunities.

Career ServicesFind interactive tools, résume help, and job search assistance, and use Capella Connect resources to support your career development at every stage.

Alumni LibraryEnjoy free access to databases, professional resources, publications and much more.

Volunteer OpportunitiesLend a hand with Capella virtual volunteer efforts. Be a mentor to a current Capella learner. Or spread the word about Capella through our ambassador program.

Learn more at capella.edu/Capella-Alumni-Association

The Capella University Mace Origin and UseAt commencement, a mace symbolizes the authority of the Capella University president to award degrees. The mace precedes the president and chancel party in the ceremonial procession. Capella University’s mace has been in use since 2000. The head of the mace is a copper representation of the globe, topped by the Capella University emblem and motto. The globe is supported by a carved wooden shaft, is nearly three feet in length and weighs four pounds.

In medieval times, the mace was a fighting weapon effective at penetrating armor in battle. Composed of a shaft adorned with a heavy head studded with blades, the mace came to be associated with the protection of the sovereign rulers of England and France and was carried by the king’s sergeant-at-arms and other royal bodyguards. As

long-range weapons were developed, such as the long bow and the musket, the mace became a ceremonial object.

In the thirteenth century, the mace was featured in processions of city mayors and other dignitaries, and academic institutions began to use the mace in the pageantry of ceremonial occasions. Today, the British House of Commons and the U.S. House of Representatives have official maces as do most universities and colleges in the United States and abroad.

Academic Regalia Origin and UseThe academic regalia worn today originated in the Middle Ages. The distinctive gown served to set the faculty and students apart from other citizens. Until after the Civil War, students at most American universities wore caps and gowns daily. They varied in design until they were standardized by the American Intercollegiate Commission in 1894. Bachelor’s gowns were to be made of worsted material with pointed sleeves; master’s gowns of silk with long, closed sleeves; and doctor’s gowns of silk with longer sleeves, faced with black velvet from neck to back, and with three velvet bands around each sleeve above the elbow. Hoods are made of the same materials as the gowns, the length varying with the degree. The lining of the hood identifies the highest degree-granting university by its colors. Capella University’s regalia colors are red and black.

The border of the hood indicates the academic disciplines in which the degree is earned:

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (PhD – all disciplines)Royal blue Philosophy PROFESSIONAL DOCTORATE, MASTER’S, BACHELOR’S DEGREES, AND CERTIFICATESDrab BusinessLemon yellow TechnologyLight blue Education and CounselingPeacock blue Public Service Leadership and Human ServicesApricot NursingSalmon pink HealthGold PsychologyCitron Social Work

Academic HonorsMany of our graduates are wearing colored cords to signify that they are honors recipients. They have earned this distinction by maintaining a high grade point average and by completing other requirements for university honors.

Baccalaureate degrees with honors are conferred upon students who have earned the following grade point averages:

• summa cum laude, 3.850–4.000 GPA (gold cord)• magna cum laude, 3.750–3.849 GPA (silver cord)• cum laude, 3.500–3.749 GPA (cardinal cord)

Master’s degrees with honors are conferred upon students who have earned a grade point average of 3.850 or higher. These graduates are wearing a bronze and gold double cord.


FlexPathAlthough they do not wear honors cords, our FlexPath graduates should be commended on their outstanding achievement. Capella’s Academic Recognition Policy is founded solely upon achievements in grade point average, which is factored with an A–F grading system and a course’s credit value. Because FlexPath is competency-based, direct-assessment and self-paced, it has neither A–F grading nor fixed terms (which standardizes academic credit). So even though FlexPath requires strong academic performance, learners in this delivery model are not eligible for formal academic recognition.

Military HonorsIn recognition of their service to our country, active-duty and veteran military-affiliated graduates may wear a red, white and blue military cord with their regalia. This cord was created by Jostens and was introduced for the first time at Capella’s winter 2016 commencement ceremonies.

Please join us in thanking these graduates and their families for their service and sacrifice.

Alpha Phi SigmaCongratulations to the honor society members of Alpha Phi Sigma. Your dedicated pursuit and successful attainment of your respective degrees will allow you to make a difference in your communities as future practitioners, educators, researchers and leaders. Alpha Phi Sigma Honor Society distinguishes undergraduate and graduate students for academic excellence in the criminal justice field. The goals of Alpha Phi Sigma are to honor and promote academic excellence, community service, educational leadership and unity. On behalf of the Alpha Phi Sigma, we applaud you for reaching this important milestone.

Chi Sigma IotaCongratulations to the inducted members of the Capella Chi Upsilon Chi (CUC) chapter of Chi Sigma Iota (CSI), the national counseling honor society. CSI promotes scholarship, research, professionalism, leadership, advocacy and excellence in counseling, by recognizing high attainment in the pursuit of academic and clinical excellence. Capella members of CSI-CUC maintained a rigorous GPA and demonstrated a commitment to the counseling profession throughout their graduate program. The executive committee looks forward to serving its alumni as they transform into their new roles as professional counselors.

Delta Alpha PiCongratulations to the graduates of the Zeta Chi Chapter of Delta Alpha Pi International Honor Society. Delta Alpha Pi highlights the academic achievements of learners with disabilities across all programs and schools.

Take a moment to recall the path you have traveled to get where you are today. You have demonstrated leadership skills, advocacy for yourselves and others, and have served as role models for other learners with disabilities. Most importantly, your hard work and dedication have overcome the obstacles and challenges that stood in your way. Congratulations on your success as a graduate of Capella University.

Delta KappaCongratulations to the honor society members of the PI Chapter of Delta Kappa, the International Marriage and Family Therapy Honor Society. These graduates are wearing red and gold honor cords. Delta Kappa recognizes the achievements of current students as well as practitioners already in the field who have achieved distinction and continue to make significant contributions to the field. Capella members of Delta Kappa maintained a rigorous GPA of 3.75 or higher. As the official honor society for the field of marriage and family therapy, Delta Kappa serves to further and complement the fine work being done by the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy, the American Family Therapy Academy, and the International Family Therapy Association.

Delta Mu Delta Congratulations to the graduates of the Xi Delta chapter of the Delta Mu Delta Honor Society! These graduates are wearing antique gold and royal purple honor cords. Delta Mu Delta’s mission is to encourage higher scholarship and to recognize and reward scholastic achievement in business programs. Delta Mu Delta membership is a mark of excellence in business studies. It communicates to employers, family, friends and colleagues that the student has demonstrated exceptional work in his or her academic studies. It signals to the world that the student has a commitment to excellence in the classroom, a desire for leadership and service to the community, and willingness to set personal high standards.

Epsilon Pi PhiCongratulations to the honor society members of Epsilon Pi Phi. Today, we recognize the accomplishments of the undergraduate, graduate and doctorate honor society members of Epsilon Pi Phi of Capella University, School of Public Service Leadership. Epsilon Pi Phi Honor Society distinguishes undergraduate and graduate students for academic excellence in the field of emergency management, homeland security, disaster research and science, criminal justice and continuity management disciplines. On behalf of the Epsilon Pi Phi, we applaud you for reaching this important milestone.

Kappa Delta PiCongratulations to the graduates of the Alpha Kappa Theta chapter of the Kappa Delta Pi International Honor Society in Education. Membership in this prestigious organization indicates a high standard of achievement by being in the top 18% of the School of Education. Graduates are wearing green and purple honor cords which symbolize adherence to the organization’s Ideals of Fidelity to Humanity, Science, Service, and Toil on which Kappa Delta Pi was founded. Members also endorse KDP’s motto of Knowledge, Duty, and Power. Each member exhibits commendable professional qualities and sound scholarship. Alpha Kappa Theta pledges our support as you now carry on KDP’s legacy of fostering excellence in education.

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National Society of Leadership and SuccessThe National Society of Leadership and Success is so proud and pleased to congratulate our current members on their graduation from Capella University! Our mission is to build leaders who make a better world. Our members are more in touch with who they are as leaders and are ready to pay it forward, to serve within their community and beyond. They have made a commitment to pursue Success – take Action – seek and clarify their Purpose. They have embraced the idea that more can be achieved when we work together. They have made a commitment to always create a shared vision, challenge the status quo, inspire positive action, empower others and seek constant improvement. They have begun to live the mission and values upon which the NSLS was founded and have taken an active role in becoming successful leaders at Capella University. NSLS members, congratulations again on your graduation, and never forget you are a leader who will build a better world.

Omega Gamma, Sigma Theta Tau InternationalCongratulations to the graduates of the Omega Gamma chapter of Sigma Theta Tau, International. The Omega Gamma chapter is a part of Sigma Theta Tau International (STTI). Membership invitations are extended to baccalaureate and graduate nursing learners who demonstrate the values of Sigma Theta Tau and excellence in nursing scholarship. In recognition of their membership to Omega Gamma, the affiliated graduates may wear the purple and white STTI honor cords with their regalia symbolizing they have been inducted into Omega Gamma and STTI. On behalf of the Omega Gamma Chapter, we applaud you for achieving this prestigious honor.

Phi AlphaCongratulations to the graduates of the Phi Tau Chapter of the Phi Alpha Social Work Honor Society. These graduates are wearing blue and gold honor cords. Phi Alpha recognizes the achievements of current students who have achieved academic distinction and will continue to make significant contributions to the field. Capella members of Phi Alpha rank in the top 35% of the MSW Class. Phi Alpha fosters high standards of education for social workers and invites into membership those who have attained excellence in scholarship and achievement in social work.

Psi ChiCongratulations to the graduates of the Capella chapter of Psi Chi, the International Honor Society in Psychology. The mission of Psi Chi is to recognize and promote excellence in the science and application of psychology. Psi Chi members must achieve and maintain a rigorous GPA. Advisors and members of the Capella chapter of Psi Chi applaud you for reaching this milestone and as you move forward in the field of psychology.

About Capella University Capella University offers undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs in the fields of business, counseling, education, human services, information technology, nursing, psychology, public administration, public health, public safety and social work, with 46 degree programs and 110 specializations. Capella University was founded in 1993, and today serves more than 41,000 learners in all 50 states and 60 other countries or territories.

Capella University is named for the twin star Capella, which is a pair of stars orbiting a common center. The name represents our philosophy of learning as a dynamic and collegial partnership between Capella and our learners.

Our MissionThe mission of Capella University is to extend access to high-quality bachelor’s, master’s, specialist, doctoral and certificate programs for adults who seek to achieve their personal and professional potential. This mission is fulfilled through innovative programs that are responsive to the needs of adults and involve active, engaging, challenging, relevant learning experiences.

Educational PhilosophyAt Capella University, we believe education transforms people’s lives and society immediately and permanently. The innovative, intentionally designed competency-based education we offer enables adult learners to meet challenges in their careers, lead and make new contributions in their disciplines and reach their professional and personal goals. Our educational pathways respect existing expertise and allow learners to focus on what is essential, as they gain new competencies and expand on those they already have. The credentials they earn are signs of the professional relevancy, quality and immediate applicability of their educational experience at Capella University and help to create new opportunities in the future. As partners in their education, we proudly serve the lifelong learning ambitions that allow our learners, alumni, their many communities and our broader society to thrive.

AccreditationCapella University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.Higher Learning Commission contact information: https://www.hlcommission.org, 800.621.7440

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