Hooding and Commencement 2008

May 1, 2008

MSUCOM fourth-year students completed their transition from medical student to MSUCOM alumni on Thursday, May 1 with the 2008 Hooding and Commencement ceremony. Loved ones of the students with faculty and staff listened to the wise words of Dr. Peter Ajluni who gave this years commencement address.

During Commencement, four students were recognized with the following awards:

The Richard L. Alper Memorial Award
Richard Bryce
Established in memory of Richard L. Alper, who died in a tragic plane crash in 1975 shortly before his graduation. Presented to a graduating MSUCOM student for distinguished service to the community.

The Judith K. Weiswasser Memorial Award
Jamie Chionini
Established in memory of Judith K. Weiswasser, who died in a tragic plane crash in 1975, shortly before her graduation. This award recognizes a woman graduate deemed to be outstanding academically, professionally, and personally.

Dean's Recognition Award
Todd Galdes
Presented to a graduate who demonstrates leadership and advocacy for the college and the osteopathic profession, and exemplifies the best professional qualities of an osteopathic physician.

Michigan Osteopathic Association Outstanding Graduation Senior Award
Heather Scheper
Given to a student in good academic standing who is actively involved in the MOA, AOA, SOMA or Student Council, and who has made significant extracurricular contributions to the college.