BANGOR, MAINE, May 29, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Graduating seniors from Husson University’s New England School of Communications (NESCom) were recognized during a Senior Recognition Ceremony video earlier this month. The annual live award ceremony was reimagined as a video presentation in response to health concerns associated with public gatherings during the coronavirus pandemic.
NESCom offers bachelor degrees in communications technology, entertainment production and mass communications. These degree programs contain several concentration and certificate choices. They include audio engineering, journalism, graphic design, live sound technology, marketing communications, radio broadcasting, sports journalism, video production and film production.
“This was an unprecedented way to share the accomplishments of this year’s graduating class with their friends and family,” said NESCom and College of Business Dean Marie Hansen, JD, PhD, SHRM-SCP. “Traditionally, everyone gathers together in the Gracie Theatre for this celebratory event. Since we couldn’t be together due to the coronavirus pandemic, we felt a live streaming video broadcast was the next best option. Graduates were able to stay safe and well at home as they enjoyed the award ceremony.”
Click on this link to see a recorded version of the award ceremony on Husson University’s website: https://www.husson.edu/nescom/awards.
Here is a list of the individuals who received recognition, their awards and their hometowns.
Alpha Beta Kappa National Honor Society:Awards
Students selected for membership in the Alpha Beta Kappa honor society have demonstrated academic excellence, hard work and integrity. In addition, inductees demonstrated concern, humility, and a friendly spirit.
| Name | Hometown |
| Adam Beaudoin | Hooksett, New Hampshire |
| Tyler Cameron | Norway, Maine |
| Kristian Cerrone | Ballston Lake, New York |
| Tyler Hewey | Hampden, Maine |
| Ani Inman | Albany, Maine |
| Thomas Kugelman | North Bridgton, Maine |
| Ryan Mains | Hampden, Maine |
| Amanda Marcus | Wiscasset, Maine |
| Cynthia Miller | Londonderry, New Hampshire |
| Kevin Praik | Canton, Massachusetts |
| Janell Reece | Corinth, Maine |
| Amber Schreier | Berwick, Maine |
| Kyle Tremblay | Billerica, Massachusetts |
PPRSA Honor Cords:
The Public Relations Student Society of America, better known as PRSSA, was founded in 1967. It is the foremost organization for students interested in public relations and communications. Chapters provide students with professional development, networking opportunities and leadership skills. The following recipients of PRSSA Honor Cords have been active in the Husson PRSSA chapter during their college career:
| Name | Hometown |
| Kes Lavoie | Bangor, Maine |
| Amanda Marcus | Wiscasset, Maine |
| Rachel Maxwell | Presque Isle, Maine |
| Claire Mucha | Council Bluffs, Iowa |
| Allison Sinnett | Gorham, Maine |
Outstanding Achievement Award:
This award is given to individuals in each of our concentrations. The award recognizes individuals with solid academic achievements who exhibit leadership skills and the ability and willingness to mentor others.
| Name | Concentration | Hometown |
| Evan Brown | Post Production | Coventry, Connecticut |
| Tyler Hewey | Journalism | Hampden, Maine |
| Ani Inman | Entertainment Production | Albany, Maine |
| Erica Larrivee | Video Production | Gray, Maine |
| Claire Mucha | Marketing Communications | Council Bluffs, Iowa |
| Nicholas Pelletier | Video Production | Bingham, Maine |
| Janell Reece | Music Production | Corinth, Maine |
| Jordan Verge | Radio Broadcasting | Brewer, Maine |
Exemplary Work Product Award:
This award celebrates individual student’s achievements on specific projects. Students who receive this award have demonstrated that they can apply the skills they’ve mastered here at NESCom at a high level.
| Name | Type of Project | Hometown |
| Hannah Dowers | Sound Design | Londonderry, New Hampshire |
| Kiet Ho | Director of the Husson University Theatre production of “THE GUYS” | North Haven, Connecticut |
| Derek Madarasz | Live Sound Production | Saint James, New York |
| Ryan Mains | Journalism | Hampden, Maine |
| Connor Petros | Video Production | Ellsworth, Maine |
| Allison Sinnett | Marketing Communications | Gorham, Maine |
Professional Excellence Award:
Students who receive this award have demonstrated high levels of experiential competence, strong work ethic and a professional commitment to their work.
| Name | Hometown |
| Mekayla Golden | Alton, New Hampshire |
| Cole Hurlbert | Steuben, Maine |
| Ani Inman | Albany, Maine |
| Thomas Kugelman | North Bridgton, Maine |
| Tania Lopez | Oceanside, California |
| Rachel Maxwell | Presque Isle, Maine |
| Cynthia Miller | Londonderry, New Hampshire |
| Kevin Praik | Canton, Massachusetts |
| Kyle Tremblay | Billerica, Massachusetts |
Academic Honors – Cum Laude
Students who receive cum laude academic honors have a grade point average of 3.4 to 3.59.
| Name | Concentrations | Hometowns |
| Tyler Cameron | Audio Engineering | Norway, Maine |
| Kristian Cerrone | Audio Engineering | Ballston Lake, New York |
| Kevin Coelho | Video Production | Wolcott, Connecticut |
| Nathan Dumas | Video Production | Bangor, Maine |
| Tyler Hewey | Sports Journalism with a Certificate in Marketing Communications | Hampden, Maine |
| Kiet Ho | Entertainment Production with Certificates in Audio Engineering and Theatre Performance | North Haven, Connecticut |
| Ian Jackson | Audio Engineering | Bingham, Maine |
| Ryan Mains | Journalism with a Certificate in Marketing Communications | Hampden, Maine |
| Isaiah Marseille | Marketing Communications with Certificates in Business Administration, Digital and Social Media Marketing, Graphic Design and Web Media | Hermon, Maine |
| Alex Mitchell | Video Production | Hampstead, New Hampshire |
| Kevin Praik | Sports Journalism with a Certificate in Radio Broadcasting | Canton, Massachusetts |
| Allison Sinnett | Marketing Communications with Certificates in Digital and Social Media Marketing, Graphic Design and Web Media | Gorham, Maine |
Academic Honors – Magna Cum Laude
Students who receive magna cum laude academic honors have a grade point average of 3.6 to 3.79.
| Name | Concentration | Hometown |
| Evan Brown | Audio Engineering with a Certificate in Marketing Communications | Coventry, Connecticut |
| Nicholas Langille | Sports Journalism with a Certificate in Graphic Design | Hermon, Maine |
| Kes Lavoie | Marketing Communications | Bangor, Maine |
| Amanda Marcus | Marketing Communications with Certificates in Digital and Social Media Marketing, Web Design and Web Media | Wiscasset, Maine |
| Cynthia Miller | Video Production | Londonderry, New Hampshire |
| Connor Petros | Video Production | Ellsworth, Maine |
| Kyle Tremblay | Video Production | Billerica, Massachusetts |
| Nolan Whittaker | Audio Engineering | Windsor, Connecticut |
Academic Honors - Summa Cum Laude
Students who receive summa cum laude academic honors have a grade point average of 3.8 to 4.0. Summa cum laude is the highest level of academic honors.
| Name | Concentration | Hometown |
| Adam Beaudoin | Audio Engineering | Hooksett, New Hampshire |
| Kevin Doyon | Sports Journalism with a Certificate in Marketing Communications | Hardwick, Vermont |
| Ani Inman | Entertainment Production with a Certificate in Photography | Albany, Maine |
| Thomas Kugelman | Audio Engineering | North Bridgton, Maine |
| Erica Larrivee | Video Production | Gray, Maine |
| Rachel Maxwell | Marketing Communications | Presque Isle, Maine |
| Claire Mucha | Marketing Communications with Certificates in Digital and Social Media Marketing, Graphic Design and Web Media | Council Bluffs, Iowa |
| Lisa Pawlowski | Marketing Communications with Certificates in Digital and Social Media Marketing, Graphic Design, Photography & Web Media | Boothbay, Maine |
| Nicholas Pelletier | Video Production | Bingham, Maine |
| Janell Reece | Audio Engineering | Corinth, Maine |
| Amber Schreier | Marketing Communications with Certificates in Digital and Social Media Marketing, Graphic Design and Web Media | Berwick, Maine |
Watch Award:
The Watch Award is presented to a graduating bachelor degree student with the most credits and the highest grade point average (GPA) in his or her respective school. This year’s New England School of Communications Watch Award recipient is Janell Reece from Corinth, Maine. Reece is a Husson University valedictorian with a 4.0 GPA.
Students – Plaque Award:
The Husson Plaque Award is given to a graduating student with outstanding academic achievement in his or her discipline, as well as outstanding service to the university and community. This year’s New England School of Communications/Husson Plaque Award recipient is Erica Larrivee from Gray, Maine.
The Benjamin Haskell Award:
This award is given in honor of our long-time former dean and colleague, Benjamin Haskell. As dean, Haskell had a strong interest in the academic success of NESCom students. He believed that exposure to the world beyond our borders was an important component of higher education. This award is bestowed on a student who exhibits strong academic performance and who has demonstrated a commitment to global awareness.
The recipient of this year’s Benjamin Haskell Award was Patrick Caldwell from Lewiston, Maine.
The George Wildey Award:
George Wildey was the founder and president of the New England School of Broadcasting, the forerunner of Husson University’s New England School of Communications. Each year, this award is presented to a student who, in the opinion of program leaders, exemplifies the traits of success that Wildey possessed and that exemplified the essence of NESCom. Award recipients exhibit a positive and optimistic attitude. They also regularly go above and beyond what is required.
The recipient of this year’s George Wildey Award is Cynthia Miller from a Londonderry, New Hampshire.
For more than 120 years, Husson University has prepared future leaders to handle the challenges of tomorrow through innovative undergraduate and graduate degrees. With a commitment to delivering affordable classroom, online and experiential learning opportunities, Husson University has come to represent superior value in higher education. Our Bangor campus and off-campus satellite education centers in Southern Maine and Northern Maine provide advanced knowledge in business; health and education; pharmacy studies; science and humanities; as well as communication. In addition, Husson University has a robust adult learning program. According to a recent analysis of tuition and fees by U.S. News & World Report, Husson University is one of the most affordable private colleges in New England. For more information about educational opportunities that can lead to personal and professional success, visit Husson.edu.
# # #
Attachments