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Luis Paris
Sociology

Study hard, work hard, and never give up on your dreams.. Short for the Stars, Aim for the moon


Favorite Time at SCSU

Having great professors who took the time out to teach and be there for us during the pandemic .

What are you going to miss the most, and what are you looking forward to the most?

I am going to miss my fellow classmates and looking forward to attending SCSU graduate program to get my masters in Sociology.

Advice to Incoming Students

Study hard and be yourself. Make sure you keep with your assignments and don't be afraid to ask for help.


Khushbu Patel
Biology
SUMMA CUM LAUDE; Harold Amos Book Award for Excellence in Microbiology; Honors in Arts & Sciences; Honors College

Congratulations to my Fellow 2021 Graduates! I'm really proud of us all for making through 2020 and finishing strong in 2021. Take pride in your accomplishments as all your hard work, struggles, sacrifices, and determination paid off! Continue to believe in yourself and never lose hope! I wish you all the best for your future endeavors!!


Favorite Time at SCSU

I really loved all my four years at Southern! My favorite part of time at SCSU was making such amazing and long-lasting friendships that I'll cherish forever! My biggest highlight was playing Frisbee every afternoon with my fellow research interns during IAF Internship (Summer 2019).

What are you going to miss the most, and what are you looking forward to the most?

I'm going to miss the most - hanging out with my friends and fellow classmates. Those were some of the best times of my four years at SCSU. I really loved attending all different events hosted by student organizations and clubs and will definitely miss those a lot. I'm looking forward to working as an Ophthalmic Scribe at Consulting Ophthalmologists with different subspecialty ophthalmologists and gaining clinical experience. I'm looking forward to start a new chapter in my life - to attend medical school and become a pediatrician!

Advice to Incoming Students

Make the most of your time at SCSU! Set goals for yourself and make it happen! Don't be afraid to seek out help when needed, regardless of academic help or not.


Jordan Peloquin
Exercise Science - Human Performance

Congratulations! We did it!


Jessica Peterman
Biology
Peter Pellegrino Book Award for Excellence in Marine Biology, Noble Proctor Research Award

To my fellow graduates, congratulations! We have not only survived a pandemic, but we have succeeded and advanced through it. After many tears and sleepless nights, we have come out on top. I am proud to be a part of this diligent peer group. "and be sure, my darling, to make the good times last" -Wilco


Favorite Time at SCSU

My favorite part of my time at SCSU was being able to get involved in ecological research that has helped start my career. The staff, specifically Dr. Brady, work diligently in the Bio department to my dreams to fruition.

What are you going to miss the most, and what are you looking forward to the most?

I'm going to miss Beaver Pond. Southern's campus has the beauty of urban

Advice to Incoming Students

Incoming students, get out of your comfort zone. Take the random class that excites you. This is your journey (and debt) take full control of your experience and make the most out of it!


Shayla Peterson
Environmental Systems and Sustainability
Summa Cum Laude and Departmental Honors

We should be proud of ourselves! Good luck, and never forget that you are unique, worthy, and amazing!


Favorite Time at SCSU

Watching myself and my friends grow. We have changed together in so many positive ways, and the bonds that result from experiencing these shifts together are immeasurable.

What are you going to miss the most, and what are you looking forward to the most?

In all reality, I think I will miss my campus counselor the most! I am immensely grateful for her wisdom throughout my final year at Southern, and I wouldn't be who I am without her. I am looking forward to casually reading. I have a stockpile of books that I plan to work through!

Advice to Incoming Students

Take it easy on yourself. Higher education is challenging, and we all have our limits. There is plentiful academic/emotional support at Southern when you need it.


Lauren Pfannenbecker
Nursing
Magna Cum Laude, Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society

Despite the COVID pandemic, we made it!! :) I am so proud of everyone! I wish all my fellow nursing students the very best!!


Favorite Time at SCSU

I enjoyed attending student appreciation day every year with my friends. Another favorite part of my time at SCSU were my clinicals, especially my Capstone experience in the Bridgeport Hospital Emergency Department.

What are you going to miss the most, and what are you looking forward to the most?

I am going to miss the Southern community and my nursing family. I am looking forward to beginning my career as an RN this fall!!

Advice to Incoming Students

Make sure you find a balance between schoolwork and self-care. Always take time, even if its just one day a week, to relax and take a break from school work.


Alexis Photos
English With a Concentration in Creative Writing

To all of those who had a hand in my journey. I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart. Follow your dreams and don’t let anything hold you back.


Favorite Time at SCSU

Bookmarks and all of the friends I’ve made throughout the years.

What are you going to miss the most, and what are you looking forward to the most?

My friends who are staying behind and the weekly meetings with my friends

Advice to Incoming Students

Don’t be afraid to ask questions and reach for the stars


Annie Prusak
Communication Disorders
College of Health and Human Services Dean's Award, Outstanding Academic Success Leadership Award, Magna Cum Laude

I am so proud of each and every member of the class of 2021. It hasn't been easy getting to where we are now, but it was absolutely worth it. I am so proud to be a member of this community. Go owls!


Favorite Time at SCSU

My favorite part of my time at Southern has been meeting and spending time with my amazing friends. I am grateful to Southern for connecting our paths. I have also really enjoyed getting involved on campus. Thank you to Katie and the staff in the Academic Success Center, and to Sal, Devon, and Yarelis in the Office of Orientation, Transition, and Family Engagement for all of your support. And thank you to Drs. McCullagh and Zipoli for the opportunity to contribute to the Auditory Processing, Phonology, and Literacy Evaluation research team as an undergraduate research assistant. I am so grateful for these opportunities, they have all been highlights of my time as an undergraduate student here at Southern.

What are you going to miss the most, and what are you looking forward to the most?

I am looking forward to continuing my education as a student in Southern's master's program in Speech-Language Pathology with my best friends.

Advice to Incoming Students

The best advice I have is to get involved, whether that is in a club or organization, in research, or as a student worker. Getting involved has been a highlight of my time at Southern, and I have had so many great opportunities and valuable experiences as a result of my campus involvement.


Edwin Pérez Jr.
Philosophy

Detours, set backs, or challenges aren't the end of the road toward your success but the ways in which you become stronger to preserve it.


Favorite Time at SCSU

The connections made with fellow students, faculty, and staff as well as the support I received throughout my process.

What are you going to miss the most, and what are you looking forward to the most?

Not being around the SCSU community as often as when attending. In contrast, I will look forward to making new connections in new academic communities and finishing my next degrees: A Master of Divinity and Doctor of Philosophy in Religion.

Advice to Incoming Students

There are resources at your disposal and people who care about investing in you; therefore, take advantage of that and honor that.