College Credits: Geneva Middle School Teacher Finishes Master's

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Conservation leader and Geneva middle school teacher finishes master's studies

Geneva resident Autumn Bruno has been applying the tools of science, education and conservation to become a leader in the conservation community. In May 2023, Bruno concluded her master's course of study with a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Biology from Miami University through Project Dragonfly.

Since joining the Advanced Inquiry Program (AIP) master's in 2020, Bruno has taken courses on the web from Miami University, while also participating in field studies at Chicago Zoological Society's Brookfield Zoo, and conducted projects that have made a difference in the Geneva area.

Throughout her time in the AIP, Bruno developed a Master Plan - a kind of personal mission statement for what she wanted to accomplish in the program. In many of her master's courses, Bruno designed projects that supported this plan, which culminated in a final portfolio, "Empowering my Local Community to Participate in Conservation Actions," presented in a Capstone course.

Bruno works as a science teacher at Geneva Middle School South.

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Spring 2023 graduates announced at The University of Alabama

Some 5,885 degrees will be awarded during The University of Alabama's spring 2023 commencement at Coleman Coliseum. A recent economic analysis found that a degree from The University of Alabama can pay more over time than investments in U.S. stock market indexes. The University provides numerous opportunities for service and growth through its educational, social and cultural experiences.

• Braden Fioresi of Geneva, IL (60134) received the following degree(s): Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
• Noah Krouse of Geneva, IL (60134) received the following degree(s): Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering
• Julieanne Zenz of Geneva, IL (60134) received the following degree(s): Doctor of Nursing Practice
• Addison Zima of Geneva, IL (60134) received the following degree(s): Bachelor of Arts

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Geneva student makes dean’s list at Edgewood College

Payton Bowser of Geneva has been named to the Dean's List for the Spring 2023 semester at Edgewood College.

Full-time undergraduate and post-baccalaureate students who earn a cumulative GPA of 3.75 or higher are eligible for the Dean's List after completing 24 credit hours of study at Edgewood College.

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Student from Geneva earns semester honors at Edgewood College

Payton Bowser of Geneva has earned Semester Honors for the Spring 2023 semester at Edgewood College. Full-time students who achieve a 3.5 grade point average for the semester are eligible for this honor.

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Millikin celebrates new graduates at the 2023 Spring Commencement

Jessica Sheeler of Geneva, IL graduated Summa Cum Laude with a B.S.N. in Nursing from Millikin University.

Jessica was one of 338 graduates recognized during two in-person Spring 2023 Commencement Ceremonies at the Kirkland Fine Arts Center on May 21, 2023.

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Geneva student makes Milwaukee School of Engineering dean’s list

Milwaukee School of Engineering congratulates students named to the Spring Quarter 2023 Dean's List.

• Ted Simpson of Geneva (60134). Simpson is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Biomolecular Engineering.

Undergraduate students who have earned at least 30 credits and have a cumulative GPA of 3.20 or higher (out of 4.0) are on the Dean's List. Students who have maintained a 3.70 or higher receive "high honors."

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Geneva student named on Missouri State University dean’s list

Each semester, students at Missouri State University who attain academic excellence are named to the dean's list.

For undergraduate students, criteria include enrollment in at least 12 credit hours during the spring semester and at least a 3.50 GPA (on a 4.00 scale).

Katie Montgomery from Geneva (60134) made the list. Montgomery was among more than 4,700 students named to the spring 2023 dean's list.

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UI students receive degrees after 2022 spring semester

This spring, more than 6,500 University of Iowa undergraduate, graduate, and professional students will earn degrees. These Hawkeyes have engaged, excelled, and stretched to reach their goals.

• Benjamin Johlie of Geneva, IL) [College: College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; Degree: Bachelor of Science; Major: Exercise Science]
• Ellie Piech of Geneva, IL) [College: College of Education; Degree: Bachelor of Arts; Major: Elementary Education]
• Emily Soeldner of Geneva, IL) [College: College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; Degree: Bachelor of Arts; Major: Psychology]
• Emily Wolf of Geneva, IL) [College: College of Engineering; Degree: Bachelor of Science in Engineering; Major: Biomedical Engineering]
• Ethan Fridman of Geneva, IL) [College: Tippie College of Business; Degree: Bachelor of Business Administration; Major: Marketing]
• Garret Sneed of Geneva, IL) [College: Tippie College of Business; Degree: Bachelor of Business Administration; Major: Finance]
• Jameson Shanahan of Geneva, IL) [College: College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; Degree: Bachelor of Arts; Major: Biology]
• Kayleigh McNamara of Geneva, IL) [College: College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; Degree: Bachelor of Arts; Major: English and Creative Writing]
• Lauren Klis of Geneva, IL) [College: College of Nursing; Degree: Bachelor of Science in Nursing; Major: Nursing]
• Maya Tomlinson of Geneva, IL) [College: College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; Degree: Bachelor of Arts; Major: Psychology]
• Megan Cully of Geneva, IL) [College: College of Education; Degree: Bachelor of Arts; Major: Elementary Education]
• Peter Mertka of Geneva, IL) [College: College of Engineering; Degree: Bachelor of Science in Engineering; Major: Computer Science and Engineering]
• Rebecca Rockwell of Geneva, IL) [College: College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; Degree: Bachelor of Science; Major: Human Physiology]
• Riley Bushman of Geneva, IL) [College: College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; Degree: Bachelor of Arts; Major: Journalism and Mass Communication]
• Rylee Bishop of Geneva, IL) [College: Tippie College of Business; Degree: Certificate; Major: Entrepreneurial Management]
• Sophia Hostasa of Geneva, IL) [College: Tippie College of Business; Degree: Bachelor of Business Administration; Major: Marketing]
• Tim Sustersic of Geneva, IL) [College: College of Engineering; Degree: Bachelor of Science in Engineering; Major: Chemical Engineering]

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