Johnson College

Johnson College will hold its 94th Commencement Ceremony on Monday, May 13, 2013 starting at 6:30 p.m. The ceremony will take place at the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple, 420 N. Washington Ave, Scranton.

At the commencement ceremony, Johnson College expects to award over 170 Associate Degrees. Along with the presentation of degrees, the program includes: special remarks by this year’s commencement speaker; an address from Dr. Ann L. Pipinski, President and CEO; and a statement from Louis A. Costanzo, Chairman of the Board of Directors.

Johnson College is pleased to announce that this year’s commencement speaker will be Christian Frederick Martin, IV, Chairman and CEO of the world-renowned C. F. Martin & Co.

C. F. Martin, IV, or “Chris” as he prefers, is the Chairman and CEO of the world-renowned C. F. Martin & Co. and the sixth generation of Martin family members to run the business. Martin acoustic guitars are prized worldwide for their exceptional tone, design, craftsmanship and attention to detail. Under Chris Martin’s direction, the Company has maintained its integrity and industry wide respect while growing and prospering to unprecedented manufacturing and sales levels. Chris is an active community friend and donor to Johnson College.

Christian Frederick Martin, IV, was born on July 8, 1955. He grew up in
New Jersey and Pennsylvania, and his familiarity with the family business was limited to occasional visits to his grandfather, Christian Frederick Martin, III, and to summer jobs working at the factory. As a child, Chris took guitar lessons but “still doesn’t play in public.” For a while, he considered a career in marine biology but when he attended UCLA, he majored in economics. While in Los Angeles, Chris apprenticed at Westwood Music, building a classical guitar and familiarizing himself with the retail end of the business. After just a year, he headed back East to work in the guitar factory where he learned more about the design and construction of the Martin guitar and became familiar with many of the different operations. He attended the local community college at night and, after 18 months; he transferred to Boston University’s School of Management, earning a bachelor degree in 1978.

Chris then moved to Nazareth where he became more involved in the company, first as assistant to the president, then as vice president of marketing. When
C. F. Martin, III passed away in 1986 at the age of 93, the heir apparent was still learning about the Martin Guitar Company and he was inexperienced in running a business. Chris was also only 30 years old. Nonetheless, after a short transition, the somewhat hesitant members of the board named him chairman.

The Martin Guitar Company was not doing well when Chris took over. The preceding decade had been one of decline for the organization. Following an expensive factory expansion, there had been a severe economic recession and a strike by Martin employees. The effect of the economic downturn was compounded by a change in popular taste from folk music to electric guitars, disco and digital keyboards. In an effort to keep up with the times, the company had diversified aggressively, acquiring a drum company, a banjo manufacturing firm, a guitar string company and a guitar factory in Sweden. Of all its acquisitions, only the string company was to survive.

Shortly before Chris took over, The Martin Guitar Company cut its work force. In 1982 production had dropped to just 3,153 instruments, the lowest since World War II. Following C. F. Martin, III’s death, serious consideration was given to either selling or liquidating the company.

The new, young Chairman was determined to put the company back on track. After taking over a family business that had been in existence for over 150 years, Chris did not want to be the one to write the final chapter. He took a short course in strategic planning, was personally transformed by Outward Bound, learned public speaking and eventually re-focused the company and its employees on its primary strengths: steel stringed acoustic guitars and strings.

Chris believes in a team approach and he demands that management and employees be involved in The Martin Guitar Company’s annual strategic plan. This document is not simply prepared and filed, but is carefully created and ultimately implemented and embraced at every level. Chris regularly joins both management and hourly workers on Outward Bound programs, believing that the experience forces people to look both to themselves and members of their team for cooperative survival.

Chris’ decade-long efforts to turn the company around has succeeded beyond anyone’s expectations. Last year was The Martin Guitar Company’s most successful in the organization’s 173-year history. Martin has re-established its reputation worldwide as the builder of the highest quality guitars. Eric Clapton and Paul Simon are among the artists who have chosen to be involved in designing new limited edition guitars, and Martin once again makes more acoustic guitars than any other company in the U. S. The process is difficult and time consuming, but it’s also rewarding. Interestingly, some of the biggest competition for Martin comes from used Martin guitars which are sought after by both performers and collectors.

The Martin Guitar Company is thriving under Chris’ direction. His team-oriented management style is friendly and personal, yet firm and direct. Chris travels extensively in order to stay abreast of market trends and to hold instructional clinics at Martin dealerships around the world.

On May 19, 1990, Chris married Diane S. Repyneck, district justice from Lower Saucon Township and Hellertown, Pa. Several days after Chris had appeared in her courtroom for a traffic violation, he called to ask Diane to consider having dinner with a lawbreaker. She consented.

Read more about C. F. Martin & Co. by visiting www.martinguitar.com.

To learn more about Johnson College, check out www.johnson.edu.

Christian Frederick Martin, IV, Chairman and CEO of the world-renowned C. F. Martin & Co., will deliver Johnson College’s Commencement Address on Monday, May 13, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. at the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple.

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In this issue:

• 93rd Commencement
• Johnson College Open
• Cars on Campus
• New Building Teaser
• Annual Fund Updates
• Making Your Mark
• Class of 2012
• Alumni News
• Student Life Highlights

On May 11, 2012, Johnson College held its annual Awards Night. Members of the Class of 2012 were honored for receiving honors, competing in athletics, partaking in extracurricular activities, serving the College through community service, and displaying dedication to their field.

Following is a complete list of award recipients:

Johnson College Award for Academic Excellence – Associate in Science:
Carly Leach, Radiologic Technology, Scranton

Johnson College Award for Academic Excellence – Associate in Applied Science:
Eric Szajkowski, Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning Technology, Dalton

Department Honors:

Architectural Drafting & Design Technology
Anthony Gasper, Scranton

Automotive Technology
Judd Hayner, Carbondale

Biomedical Equipment Technology
Alicia Skaluba, Scranton

Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology
David Haff, Dunmore

Computer Information Technology
John Turpack, Scott Township

Diesel Truck Technology
Joseph Wagner, Carbondale

Distribution & Supply Logistics Technology
Nancy Beavers, Spring Brook Twp.

Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology
Michael Casey, Archbald

Electronic Technology
Jesse Malecki, Old Forge

Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Eric Szajkowski, Dalton

Precision Machining Technology
Marcus Murray, Gouldsboro

Radiologic Technology
Carly Leach, Scranton

Veterinary Technology
Natalia Billings, Clarks Summit

Outstanding Senior Award:
Judd Hayner, Automotive Technology, Carbondale

Who’s Who in American Junior Colleges:
Nancy Beavers, Distribution & Supply Logistics Technology, Spring Brook Twp.
Natalia Billings, Veterinary Technology, Clarks Summit
Miguel Bonilla, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Wilkes-Barre
Edna Bradley, Radiologic Technology, Thornhurst
Michael Casey, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Archbald
Kyle Decker, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Clarks Summit
Lauren Elmore, Veterinary Technology, Honesdale
David Haff, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, Dunmore
Judd Hayner, Automotive Technology, Carbondale
Nathan Jackloski, Electronic Technology, Wyoming
Rosa Molina, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Scott Township
John Moore, Diesel Truck Technology, Dickson City
Justine Olsommer, Veterinary Technology, Canadensis
Srivats Premkumar, Radiologic Technology, Binghamton, NY
Danielle Raser, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, Dingmans Ferry
Edmund Rochon, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Havertown
Brian Scott, Electronic Technology, Madison Twp.
Alicia Skaluba, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Scranton
Gary Theis, Automotive Technology, Clarks Summit
Joseph Wagner, Diesel Truck Technology, Carbondale
Elizabeth Walsh, Distribution & Supply Logistics Technology, Scranton
Nathan Williams, Electronic Technology, Carbondale

Academic Honors:

Summa Cum Laude: GPA of 3.90 or higher
Nancy Beavers, Distribution & Supply Logistics Technology, Spring Brook Twp.
Natalia Billings, Veterinary Technology, Clarks Summit
Daniel Blevins, Electronic Technology, Tobyhanna
Miguel Bonilla, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Wilkes-Barre
Jason Borthwick, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Clarks Summit
Daniel Buchinski, Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Carbondale Twp
Michael Casey, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Archbald
Brandon Decker, Automotive Technology, Hawley
Kyle Decker, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Clarks Summit
Paul Eccardt, Computer Information Technology, Lake Ariel
Howard Fulmer, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Wyoming
Anthony Gasper, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Scranton
Christine Geiser, Radiologic Technology, Swoyersville
David Haff, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, Dunmore
Judd Hayner, Automotive Technology, Carbondale
Nathan Jackloski, Electronic Technology, Wyoming
Justin Kraft, Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Scranton
Carly Leach, Radiologic Technology, Scranton
Jesse Malecki, Electronic Technology, Old Forge
Marcus Murray, Precision Machining Technology, Gouldsboro
Srivats Premkumar, Radiologic Technology, Binghamton, NY
Brian Scott, Electronic Technology, Madison Twp.
Alicia Skaluba, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Scranton
Steven Stankus, Electronic Technology, Clarks Summit
Eric Szajkowski, Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning Technology, Dalton
John Turpack, Computer Information Technology, Scott Township
Elizabeth Walsh, Distribution & Supply Logistics Technology, Scranton
Stephen Washicosky, Electronic Technology, Larksville
Nathan Williams, Electronic Technology, Carbondale

Magna Cum Laude: GPA of 3.80 and equal to or less than 3.89:
Edna Bradley, Radiologic Technology, Thornhurst
Mark Callahan, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Pittston
Chad Cox, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Dunmore
Karl Vincent DeSanto, Computer Information Technology, Jermyn
Lauren Elmore, Veterinary Technology, Honesdale
Ryszard Gornowicz, Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Scranton
Nick Kovalik, Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Moosic
John LoMonaco, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Greentown
Alexandra Mepham, Radiologic Technology, Canadensis
James Morgan, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Scranton
Kurt Noll, Veterinary Technology, Ashley
Edmund Rochon, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Havertown
Allan Ross, Computer Information Technology, Jermyn
Chelsea Sanchez, Electronic Technology, Tobyhanna
Raymond Stanley, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Scranton
Greg Sucheski, Precision Machining Technology, Peckville
Gary Theis, Automotive Technology, Clarks Summit
Joseph Wagner, Diesel Truck Technology, Carbondale
Jennifer Wyka, Veterinary Technology, Matamoras

Cum Laude: GPA of 3.70 and equal to or less than 3.79:
Matt Bednash, Automotive Technology, Scott Township
Mackenzie Brink, Diesel Truck Technology, Jefferson Twp.
Robert Corradino, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Old Forge
Chelsea David, Radiologic Technology, Honesdale
David Doud, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Greenfield Twp.
Sarah Duncan, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Scranton
Megan Finnerty, Veterinary Technology, Scranton
Meredith Flynn, Distribution & Supply Logistics Technology, Scranton
Colin Horvick, Computer Information Technology, Wilkes-Barre
Leslie Hunt, Veterinary Technology, Dalton
William Kresge, Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Dalton
Luke Morahan, Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Lake Ariel
John Orloski, Precision Machining Technology, Lake Ariel
Christina Skorupa, Veterinary Technology, Tafton
Paul Zelenski, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Scranton

Alpha Beta Kappa Honor Society:
Daniel Blevins, Electronic Technology, Tobyhanna
Miguel Bonilla, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Wilkes-Barre
Edna Bradley, Radiologic Technology, Thornhurst
Mark Callahan, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Pittston
Michael Casey, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Archbald
Brandon Decker, Automotive Technology, Hawley
Sarah Duncan, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Scranton
Paul Eccardt, Computer Information Technology, Lake Ariel
Lauren Elmore, Veterinary Technology, Honesdale
Christine Geiser, Radiologic Technology, Swoyersville
Ivy Giordano, Veterinary Technology, UnionDale
Judd Hayner, Automotive Technology, Carbondale
Colin Horvick, Computer Information Technology, Wilkes-Barre
Nathan Jackloski, Electronic Technology, Wyoming
Ronald Klocek ‘13, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Taylor
Carly Leach, Radiologic Technology, Scranton
Jesse Malecki, Electronic Technology, Old Forge
Alexandra Mepham, Radiologic Technology, Canadensis
Kurt Noll, Veterinary Technology, Ashley
Patrick O’Neill, Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Scranton
Srivats Premkumar, Radiologic Technology, Binghamton, NY
Andrew Rickard, Distribution & Supply Logistics Technology, Honesdale
Edmund Rochon, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Havertown
Allan Ross, Computer Information Technology, Jermyn
Kevin Sabia, Electronic Technology, Throop
Chelsea Sanchez, Electronic Technology, Tobyhanna
Brian Scott, Electronic Technology, Madison Twp.
Alicia Skaluba, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Scranton
Christina Skorupa, Veterinary Technology, Tafton
Raymond Stanley, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Scranton
Stephen Washicosky, Electronic Technology, Larksville
Nathan Williams, Electronic Technology, Carbondale
Paul Zelenski, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Scranton

Chi Alpha Epsilon Honor Society:
Javier Acosta, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Scranton
Stephen Anderson, Diesel Truck Technology, Pittston Twp.
David Bender, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Blakely
David Birtel, Automotive Technology, Scranton
Daniel Buchinski, Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Carbondale Twp.
Christian Burak, Computer Information Technology, Peckville
David Doud, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Greenfield Twp.
Julian Fabrizio, Automotive Technology, Scranton
Howard Fulmer, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Wyoming
Ivy Giordano, Veterinary Technology, UnionDale
Scott Kumor, Veterinary Technology, Taylor
Kimberly Kuratnick, Radiologic Technology, Scranton
Anthony Luongo, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Roaring Brook Twp.
Eric McGarr, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Archbald
Aaron Root, Automotive Technology, Scranton
Greg Sucheski, Precision Machining Technology, Peckville
Robin Vaccaro, Radiologic Technology, Pittston

Service Award:
Rosa Molina, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Scott Township
Brian Scott, Electronic Technology, Madison Twp.
Nathan Williams, Electronic Technology, Carbondale

Social Force Recognition:
Miguel Bonilla, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Wilkes-Barre
Edna Bradley, Radiologic Technology, Thornhurst
Mark Callahan, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Pittston
Brandon Decker, Automotive Technology, Hawley
Tamara Farnell, Veterinary Technology, Glenside
Christine Geiser, Radiologic Technology, Swoyersville
Judd Hayner, Automotive Technology, Carbondale
Carrie Heater, Radiologic Technology, Scranton
Nathan Jackloski, Electronic Technology, Wyoming
Morgan Johnson, Veterinary Technology, Newport
Kim Kuratnick, Radiologic Technology, Scranton
Alexandra Mepham, Radiologic Technology, Canadensis
Rosa Molina, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Scott Township
Srivats Premkumar, Radiologic Technology, Binghamton, NY
Brian Scott, Electronic Technology, Madison Twp.
Heather Trudgeon, Radiologic Technology, Hackettstown, NJ
Robin Vaccaro, Radiologic Technology, Pittston
Stephen Washicosky, Electronic Technology, Larksville
Nathan Williams, Electronic Technology, Carbondale

Recognition of Athletes:
Daniel Blevins, Electronic Technology, Tobyhanna
Tyrik Gass, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, Philadelphia
Ivy Giordano, Veterinary Technology, UnionDale
Patrick O’Neill, Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Scranton
Andrew Rickard, Distribution & Supply Logistics Technology, Honesdale
Edmund Rochon, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Havertown
Allan Ross, Computer Information Technology, Jermyn
Anthony Russo, Precision Machining Technology, Clarks Summit
Mark Strzelecki, Precision Machining Technology, Scranton

Cheerleaders Recognition:
Lauren Elmore, Veterinary Technology, Honesdale
Tamara Farnell, Veterinary Technology, Glenside

Student Government Recognition:
Daniel Blevins, Electronic Technology, Tobyhanna
Paul Eccardt, Computer Information Technology, Lake Ariel
Scott Kumor, Veterinary Technology, Taylor
Edmund Rochon, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Havertown

Tech Council Recognition:
Daniel Blevins, Electronic Technology, Tobyhanna
Chelsea Sanchez, Electronic Technology, Tobyhanna
Brian Scott, Electronic Technology, Madison Twp.
Alicia Skaluba, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Scranton
Nathan Williams, Electronic Technology, Carbondale
Paul Zelenski, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Scranton

Student Ambassador Recognition:
Lauren Elmore, Veterinary Technology, Honesdale
Frank Karluk, Computer Information Technology, Scranton
Carly Leach, Radiologic Technology, Scranton
Justine Olsommer, Veterinary Technology, Canadensis
Patrick O’Neill, Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Scranton
Mark Strzelecki, Precision Machining Technology, Scranton
Nathan Williams, Electronic Technology, Carbondale

Senior Class Leadership Committee Recognition:
Daniel Blevins, Electronic Technology, Tobyhanna
Carly Leach, Radiologic Technology, Scranton
Nathan Jackloski, Electronic Technology, Wyoming
Frank Karluk, Computer Information Technology, Scranton
Chelsea Sanchez, Electronic Technology, Tobyhanna
Brian Scott, Electronic Technology, Madison Twp.
Nathan Williams, Electronic Technology, Carbondale
Paul Zelenski, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Scranton

All award recipients are from Pennsylvania unless otherwise noted.

Awards are based on academic achievement to December 2011.

Dr. Ann L. Pipinski presents Judd Hayner, of Carbondale, with the Outstanding Senior Award.
From Left to Right: Dr. Ann L. Pipinski, Johnson College’s President & CEO; Judd Hayner, Automotive Technology, Carbondale

Newly Inducted Members of the Alpha Beta Kappa Honor Society
From Left to Right (First Row): Colin Horvick, Computer Information Technology, Wilkes-Barre; Judd Hayner, Automotive Technology, Carbondale; Srivats Premkumar, Radiologic Technology, Binghamton, NY; Miguel Bonilla, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Wilkes-Barre; Brian Scott, Electronic Technology, Madison Twp.; Daniel Blevins, Electronic Technology, Tobyhanna; Brandon Decker, Automotive Technology, Hawley
From Left to Right (Second Row): Ivy Giordano, Veterinary Technology, UnionDale; Christina Skorupa, Veterinary Technology, Tafton; Christine Geiser, Radiologic Technology, Swoyersville; Lauren Elmore, Veterinary Technology, Honesdale; Edna Bradley, Radiologic Technology, Thornhurst; Chelsea Sanchez, Electronic Technology, Tobyhanna; Alicia Skaluba, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Scranton; Sarah Duncan, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Scranton; Carly Leach, Radiologic Technology, Scranton
From Left to Right (Third Row): Patrick O’Neill, Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Scranton; Nathan Jackloski, Electronic Technology, Wyoming; Paul Eccardt, Computer Information Technology, Lake Ariel; Allan Ross, Computer Information Technology, Jermyn; Nathan Williams, Electronic Technology, Carbondale; Edmund Rochon, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Havertown; Alexandra Mepham, Radiologic Technology, Canadensis
From Left to Right (Fourth Row): Stephen Washicosky, Electronic Technology, Larksville; Kurt Noll, Veterinary Technology, Ashley; Paul Zelenski, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Scranton; Jesse Malecki, Electronic Technology, Old Forge; Mark Callahan, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Pittston; Michael Casey, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Archbald
Not Pictured: Ronald Klocek ‘13, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Taylor; Andrew Rickard, Distribution & Supply Logistics Technology, Honesdale; Kevin Sabia, Electronic Technology, Throop; Raymond Stanley, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Scranton

Newly Inducted Members of the Chi Alpha Epsilon Honor Society
From Left to Right (First Row): Howard Fulmer, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Wyoming; David Birtel, Automotive Technology, Scranton; Javier Acosta, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Scranton; Aaron Root, Automotive Technology, Scranton; Stephen Anderson, Diesel Truck Technology, Pittston Twp.
From Left to Right (Second Row): Eric McGarr, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Archbald; Christian Burak, Computer Information Technology, Peckville; Julian Fabrizio, Automotive Technology, Scranton; David Bender, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Blakely; Anthony Luongo, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Roaring Brook Township
From Left to Right (Third Row): Greg Sucheski, Precision Machining Technology, Peckville; Daniel Buchinski, Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Carbondale Twp.; Ivy Giordano, Veterinary Technology, UnionDale; Kimberly Kuratnick, Radiologic Technology, Scranton; Robin Vaccaro, Radiologic Technology, Pittston; David Doud, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Greenfield Twp.
Not Pictured: Scott Kumor, Veterinary Technology, Taylor

Johnson College celebrated its 93rd Commencement on Saturday, May 12, 2012 at the Scranton Cultural Center in Scranton. 173 graduates received either an Associate in Science degree (A.S.) or an Associate in Applied Science degree (A.A.S.).

Ed Ruskus ‘77, Senior Mechanical Technician at Ball Aerospace in Colorado, delivered the commencement address. Ed is also a 1977 graduate of the College’s Machine Trades Program. An alumnus was chosen to deliver the address in order to celebrate the College’s 100th Anniversary since its founding in 1912.

Degrees were presented by Dr. Ann L. Pipinski, Johnson College’s President & CEO, and Louis A. Costanzo, Chairperson of the College’s Board of Directors.

Following is a list of graduates:

Associate in Science Degrees

Computer Information Technology
Christian Burak, Peckville
Karl Vincent DeSanto, Jr., Magna Cum Laude, Jermyn
Paul Joseph Eccardt, Summa Cum Laude, Lake Ariel
Jordan J. Hine, Jermyn
Colin Horvick, Cum Laude, Wilkes-Barre
Drayke Lee Jacobs-Van-Tol, Taylor
Frank James Karluk, Jr., Scranton
Jeffrey Lavelle, Avoca
Mark John Ligi, Jessup
Christopher Martin, Honesdale
Michael Nagel, Jr., Susquehanna
Allan R. Ross, Magna Cum Laude, Jermyn
Steven T. Sidarovich, Scranton
Brian P. Skotch, Pleasant Mount
John A. Turpack, Jr., Top Departmental Honors, Summa Cum Laude, Scott Township

Radiologic Technology
Brianna Lee Anderson, Saylorsburg
Edna Bradley, Magna Cum Laude, Thornhurst
Joseph M. Cimino, Effort
Chelsea Alix David, Cum Laude, Honesdale
Christine Geiser, Summa Cum Laude, Swoyersville
Carrie Heater, Scranton
Kimberly Marie Kuratnick, Scranton
Carly Joy Leach, Top Departmental Honors, Summa Cum Laude, *, Scranton
Alexandra Mepham, Magna Cum Laude, Canadensis
Timothy Yang Suk Miller, New Hope
Srivats V. Premkumar, Summa Cum Laude, Binghamton, NY
Heather Lynn Trudgeon, Hackettstown, NJ
Robin Vaccaro, Pittston

Veterinary Technology
Natalia Lucille Billings, Top Departmental Honors, Summa Cum Laude, Clarks Summit
Julia Francis Casella, Greenly
Kristina Anne Compton, Dingmans Ferry
Tricia Dougherty, Eynon
Lauren Elisabeth Elmore, Magna Cum Laude, Honesdale
Tamara Lynn Farnell, Glenside
Megan Finnerty, Cum Laude, Scranton
Sinea K. Gallagher, Clarks Summit
Ivy M. Giordano, UnionDale
Leslie Ann Hunt, Cum Laude, Dalton
Morgan B. Johnson, Newport
Hayley Caitlin Kuhns, Mifflinburg
Heather Kulsa, Hazelton
Scott David Kumor, Taylor
Kurt Noll, Magna Cum Laude, Ashley
Justine Danièle Olsommer, Canadensis
Shelbi Marie Roman, Benton
Caitlin Jane Sampson, Lakewood
Amanda Marie Santos, Stroudsburg
Christina Donielle Skorupa, Cum Laude, Tafton
Sarah Beth Sorber, Scott Township
Tiffany Lynn Stephens, Mayfield
Gina Tomasello, Scranton
Erin Grace Williams, Paxinos
Jennifer Wyka, Magna Cum Laude, Matamoras

Note: Veterinary Technology students must successfully complete internships ending June 2012.

Associate in Applied Science Degrees

Architectural Drafting & Design Technology
Miguel A. Bonilla, Summa Cum Laude, Wilkes-Barre
Mark Callahan, Magna Cum Laude, Pittston
David Carter Doud, Cum Laude, Greenfield Twp.
Anthony Joseph Gasper, Top Departmental Honors, Summa Cum Laude, Scranton
Rosa Blanca Molina, Scott Township

Automotive Technology
Matt Bednash, Cum Laude, Scott Township
David P. Birtel, Scranton
Anthony M. Buntz, Glen Lyon
Brandon Joseph Decker, Summa Cum Laude, Hawley
Julian John Fabrizio, Scranton
Judd Tyson Hayner, Top Departmental Honors, Summa Cum Laude, Carbondale
Aaron J. Root, Scranton
Michael Smiegal, Jessup
Gary Theis, Magna Cum Laude, Clarks Summit

Biomedical Equipment Technology
Edwin Justin Ayala, Pocono Summit
Stephen D. Blascak, Roaring Brook Twp.
Jason Borthwick, Summa Cum Laude, Clarks Summit
Adam Buzunis, Harveys Lake
Ryan Cannon, Taylor
Robert David Corradino, II, Cum Laude, Old Forge
Andrew Devin Cortino, Newfoundland
Chad Allen Cox, Magna Cum Laude, Dunmore
Howard L. Fulmer, Jr., Summa Cum Laude, Wyoming
Seth M. Hennion, Long Pond
Eric McGarr, Archbald
Michael Joseph McHale, Scranton
James H. Morgan, Magna Cum Laude, Scranton
Edmund Joseph Rochon, Magna Cum Laude, Havertown
Alicia Marie Skaluba, Top Departmental Honors, Summa Cum Laude, Scranton
Paul Spudic, Scranton
Paul Anthony Zelenski, Cum Laude, Scranton

Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology
Jon Barnoski, Taylor
Michael Robert Clark, Lake Ariel
Adam Dilmore, Scranton
Tyrik Donte Gass, Philadelphia
David Haff, Top Departmental Honors, Summa Cum Laude, Dunmore
Kern N. Kopyta, Gouldsboro
John G. Korea, Jr., Moscow
Paul Anthony Rocco Mandarano, Scranton
Danielle Ashley Raser, Dingmans Ferry
Stephen Aubrey Williamson, Wilkes-Barre

Diesel Truck Technology
Stephen M. Anderson, Pittston Twp.
Mackenzie A. Brink, Cum Laude, Jefferson Twp.
Thomas Burke, Poughquag, NY
Matthew D. Earle, Brigantine, NJ
Kyle Michael Getz, Pittston
John Michael Moore, Dickson City
Cody Dylan Schirra, Olyphant
Gregory Lewis Strunk, Harding
Ryan Frederick Teufert, Dunmore
Joseph Wagner, Top Departmental Honors, Magna Cum Laude, Carbondale

Distribution & Supply Logistics Technology
Nancy Beavers, Top Departmental Honors, Summa Cum Laude, Spring Brook Twp.
Gavin J. Cerco, II, Clarks Summit
Meredith Curran Flynn, Cum Laude, Scranton
Matthew John Kearney, Archbald
Andrew Thomas Rickard, Honesdale
Shane Runco, Olyphant
Michael Anthony Sena, Scranton
Anthony P. Tomaino, II, Scott Twp.
Elizabeth A. Walsh, Summa Cum Laude, Scranton

Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology
Javier Emilio Acosta, Scranton
David W. Bender, Blakely
Ryan Jason Bump, Pittston
Michael Douglas Casey, Top Departmental Honors, Summa Cum Laude, Archbald
Kyle J. Decker, Summa Cum Laude, Clarks Summit
Sarah Lynne Duncan, Cum Laude, Scranton
Kurt Herbert Ernst Lehmann, Greeley
John Joseph LoMonaco, IV, Magna Cum Laude, Greentown
Anthony C. Luongo, Roaring Brook Twp.
Daniel Dominick Mancini, Pittston
William Leonard Morgan, Scranton
Robert Santarelli, Jessup
Raymond Gary Stanley, Jr., Magna Cum Laude, Scranton
Robert Joseph Timek, Dupont
Cord Michael Vannatta, Damascus
Jeff Wentovich, Jr., Peckville

Electronic Technology
Kyle Barrett, Scranton
Daniel Blevins, Summa Cum Laude, Tobyhanna
William Ferrick, Browndale
Nathan Aaron Jackloski, Summa Cum Laude, Wyoming
Jesse Jones Malecki, Top Departmental Honors, Summa Cum Laude, Old Forge
Christopher Michael Mazza, Greenfield Township
Ryan McLaughlin, Scranton
Kevin Sabia, Throop
Chelsea Adalicia Sanchez, Magna Cum Laude, Tobyhanna
Pete Santarelli, Jessup
Daniel Schofield, Scranton
Brian J. Scott, Summa Cum Laude, Madison Twp.
Steven Stankus, Summa Cum Laude, Clarks Summit
Stephen Michael Washicosky, Summa Cum Laude, Larksville
Nathan Daniel Williams, Summa Cum Laude, Carbondale

Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning Technology
Daniel J. Buchinski, Summa Cum Laude, Carbondale Twp.
Joseph Andrew Christensen, Bartonsville
Joseph Louis DeMark, Exeter
Christopher Donovan, Scranton
Brandon Joseph Georgetti, Forest City
Ryszard Peter Gornowicz, Magna Cum Laude, Scranton
Mark C. Healey, Pittston
Matthew G. Hilstolsky, Wyoming
Nicholas George Kovalik, Magna Cum Laude, Moosic
Justin James Kraft, Summa Cum Laude, Scranton
William B. Kresge, Cum Laude, Dalton
James William Lynch, Bartonsville
Luke E. Morahan, Cum Laude, Lake Ariel
Patrick E. O’Neill, Scranton
Dan Page, Harford
Patrick Sacco, Scranton
Justin John Savakinus, Yatesville
Eric S. Szajkowski, Top Departmental Honors, Summa Cum Laude, **, Dalton
Gary Tilley, Exeter
Joseph M. Troiani, Jessup

Precision Machining Technology
Geno Nicholas Diana, Scott Township
James Robert Kauderer, Scranton
Marcus Madis Michael Lentini, Clarks Summit
Marcus Anthony Murray, Top Departmental Honors, Summa Cum Laude, Gouldsboro
John Orloski, Cum Laude, Lake Ariel
Anthony Salvatore Russo, Clarks Summit
Mark Philip Strzelecki, Scranton
Gregory Sucheski, Magna Cum Laude, Peckville
Mark Christopher Walega, Throop

All graduates are from Pennsylvania unless otherwise noted.

summa cum laude: GPA of 3.90 or higher
magna cum laude: GPA of 3.80 and equal to or less than 3.89
cum laude: GPA of 3.70 and equal to or less than 3.79
* Johnson College Award for Academic Excellence, Associate in Science
** Johnson College Award for Academic Excellence, Associate in Applied Science
Honors recognition based on academic achievement to December 2011.

From left to right: Ann L. Pipinski, Ed.D., Johnson College’s President and CEO; Nathan Aaron Jackloski ‘12, Electronic Technology, Wyoming; Ed Ruskus ’77, Commencement Speaker; Carly Joy Leach ‘12, Radiologic Technology, Scranton; Judd Tyson Hayner ’12, Automotive Technology, Carbondale

Ed Ruskus ‘77, a Johnson College Alumnus and Senior Mechanical Technician at Ball Aerospace in Colorado, delivers Johnson College’s Commencement Address.

Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Technology graduate Patrick E. O’Neill ‘12, of Scranton, receives his diploma from Dr. Ann L. Pipinski, Johnson College’s President and CEO.

Carpentry and Cabinetmaking Technology graduate Tyrik Donte Gass ‘12, of Philadelphia, receives his diploma from Dr. Ann L. Pipinski, Johnson College’s President and CEO.

Johnson College will hold its 93rd Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 12, 2012 starting at 10:00 a.m. The ceremony will take place at the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple, 420 N. Washington Ave, Scranton.

At the commencement ceremony, Johnson College expects to award over 170 Associate Degrees. Along with the presentation of degrees, the program includes: special remarks by this year’s commencement speaker; an address from Dr. Ann L. Pipinski, President and CEO; and a statement from Louis A. Costanzo, Chairman of the Board of Directors.

Johnson College is pleased to announce that this year’s commencement speaker will be Ed Ruskus ‘77, Senior Mechanical Technician at Ball Aerospace in Colorado. Ed is also a 1977 graduate of the College’s Machine Trades Program. An alumnus was chosen to deliver the address in order to celebrate the College’s 100th Anniversary since its founding in 1912.

New York City born and raised, Ed Ruskus moved with his parents to Pennsylvania when he was fourteen years old. Upon graduation from Pittston Area High School, his father gave him two options – trade school or the military. Not one for the military life, Ed chose trade school. A picture of a micrometer became the pivotal point to make his trade of choice – machining. The Johnson School of Technology was chosen and Ed graduated in 1977.

After graduation and a stint in a tool and die shop in Wilkes-Barre, Ed packed up his car with a couple of buddies and headed towards the mountains of Colorado. It was a move that would change the course of his life. After working in a couple of small machine shops in Boulder, Ed landed his career job of thirty-two years and counting at Ball Aerospace in 1980.

What lay before him was a career starting out with the machining of basic aerospace parts. His work quickly grew into Ed becoming an intricate team member for a program that built the Space Shuttle Star Trackers program. The magnitude of the programs would become more complex with Ed’s involvement in the Hubble Space Telescope Corrective Optics program and subsequently a multitude of projects supporting our national security.

In 1997, the opportunity availed itself for Ed to move into the Commercial Division of the company. He became the lead tech in the first Commercial American Launch from Plesestk, Russia. The satellite program, which had some mishaps along the way, was eventually launched and was the beginning of pioneering imagery that changed the way we look at the earth on the Internet today. Ed also participated with the team that built the Deep Impact Mission that hit the Temple One Comet in 2005.

Over the course of the last five years, Ed has been a major team leader in the building and launching of a series of global imaging satellites. His latest project was the highly successful build and launch of the NASA NPP Weather Satellite, a system that will help meteorologists predict potentially deadly storms.

Personally, Ed has been married to his wife Cheri for the past twenty-six years. They have raised their two children, Travis and Bailey, who both are following a culinary career path currently in San Francisco.

Read more about Ball Aerospace by visiting www.ballaerospace.com.

To learn more about Johnson College, check out www.johnson.edu.

Ed Ruskus ‘77, Senior Mechanical Technician at Ball Aerospace in Colorado, will deliver Johnson College’s Commencement Address on Saturday, May 12, 2012 at the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple.

Click the image above to access the Johnsonian online or download the PDF here.

• 92nd Commencement
• 19th Annual Johnson College Open
• Automotive Technology Program Recognized by NATEF
• Alumni News
• Johnson College in the Community
• And more!

On Friday, May 13, 2011, Johnson College held its annual Awards Night. Members of the Class of 2011 were honored for receiving honors, competing in athletics, partaking in extracurricular activities, serving the College, and displaying dedication to their field.

Following is a complete list of award recipients:

Johnson College Award for Academic Excellence – Associate in Science
Antoinette Cassaro, Radiologic Technology, Carbondale

Johnson College Award for Academic Excellence – Associate in Applied Science
Nicholas David Snyder, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Dornsife

Department Honors

Architectural Drafting & Design Technology
Ricky W. Purdy, Taylor

Automotive Technology
Matthew Gavern, Scranton

Biomedical Equipment Technology
Eric J. Shager, Forest City

Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology
Christopher Bein Smith, Havertown

Computer Information Technology
Christopher J. Carpenter, Olyphant

Diesel Truck Technology
Curtis D. Herbert, New Milford

Distribution & Supply Logistics Technology
Justin Christopher Clark, Clarks Summit

Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology
Nicholas David Snyder, Dornsife

Electronic Technology
Robert Reichle, Olyphant

Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Walter A. Wood, IV, Dickson City

Precision Machining Technology
Jordan M. Pope, Dornsife

Radiologic Technology
Antoinette Cassaro, Carbondale

Veterinary Technology
Monica M. Martucci, Gouldsboro

Outstanding Senior Award
Timothy DeCicco, Precision Machining Technology, Scranton

Who’s Who in American Junior Colleges
Nichole Blasko, Veterinary Technology, Hughestown
Richard G. Burnett, Jr., Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Carbondale
Timothy DeCicco, Precision Machining Technology, Scranton
Simon Micah Frailey, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, New Milford
Matthew Gavern, Automotive Technology, Scranton
Curtis D. Herbert, Diesel Truck Technology, New Milford
William E. Kimmel, Diesel Truck Technology, Klingerstown
Michael J. Laskowski, Electronic Technology, Gouldsboro
Jordan David Lupini, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Jessup
Monica M. Martucci, Veterinary Technology, Gouldsboro
Christopher J. McHugh, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Nuangola
Guy M. Paone, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Scranton
Jordan M. Pope, Precision Machining Technology, Dornsife
Ricky W. Purdy, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Taylor
Ellen Marie Raino, Radiologic Technology, Clarks Summit
Kristy Lynn Saravitz, Radiologic Technology, Montrose
Eric J. Shager, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Forest City
Nicholas David Snyder, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Dornsife
Justin Swartz, Automotive Technology, Old Forge
Matthew George Vacendak, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, Clarks Summit
Eric Wilcom, Electronic Technology, Lake Ariel
Walter A. Wood, IV, Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Dickson City

Academic Honors

Summa Cum Laude: GPA of 3.90 or higher
Traci L. Bond, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Dunmore
Michael Austin Burke, Radiologic Technology, Clarks Summit
Richard G. Burnett, Jr., Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Carbondale
Antoinette Cassaro, Radiologic Technology, Carbondale
Chad C. Chiorazzi, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Scranton
Timothy DeCicco, Precision Machining Technology, Scranton
David DeNault, Electronic Technology, Dalton
Curtis D. Herbert, Diesel Truck Technology, New Milford
Caleb Mark Jahnke, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Dunmore
David J. Krysko, Electronic Technology, Scranton
Jason Kulick, Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Throop
William Loss, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Scranton
Jordan David Lupini, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Jessup
Colleen E. McGinley, Radiologic Technology, Throop
Richard M. Norgard, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, West Caldwell, NJ
Christopher Lee Oakley, Electronic Technology, Taylor
Guy M. Paone, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Scranton
Jordan M. Pope, Precision Machining Technology, Dornsife
Ricky W. Purdy, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Taylor
Ellen Marie Raino, Radiologic Technology, Clarks Summit
Robert Reichle, Electronic Technology, Olyphant
Kristy Lynn Saravitz, Radiologic Technology, Montrose
Eric J. Shager, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Forest City
Christopher Bein Smith, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, Havertown
Nicholas David Snyder, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Dornsife
Matthew George Vacendak, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, Clarks Summit
Gary Francis VanVranken, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, Tunkhannock
Eric Wilcom, Electronic Technology, Lake Ariel
Walter A. Wood, IV, Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Dickson City

Magna Cum Laude: GPA of 3.80 and equal to or less than 3.89
Vito Anthony Ciaglia, III, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Dunmore
Nicholas Damanti, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Hawley
Julio Faramelli, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Forest City
Matthew Janner, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Hamlin
Jesse Michael King, Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Tunkhannock
Michael J. Laskowski, Electronic Technology, Gouldsboro
Patrick Daniel Lininger, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Scranton
Monica M. Martucci, Veterinary Technology, Gouldsboro
Kathleen Ann Rafalko, Radiologic Technology, Dupont
Jesse James Tutino, Electronic Technology, Scranton
Dave Weisenfluh, Electronic Technology, Taylor
Kavina A. Wentland, Radiologic Technology, Carbondale
Ryan Youshock, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Scranton

Cum Laude: GPA of 3.70 and equal to or less than 3.79
Nichole Blasko, Veterinary Technology, Hughestown
Brittany Elizabeth Clare Burger, Veterinary Technology, Scranton
Joseph R. Buselli, Jr., Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Jermyn
Simon Micah Frailey, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, New Milford
Joseph P. Hartman, Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Clarks Summit
William E. Kimmel, Diesel Truck Technology, Klingerstown
Phillip Kosmahl, Electronic Technology, Gouldsboro
John Lashinski, Electronic Technology, Clarks Summit
Paul Francis Vermac, Jr., Electronic Technology, Moosic
Shawn Warwick, Electronic Technology, Blakely
Melissa Ann Yusinski, Veterinary Technology, Clarks Summit
Kristen Ziomek, Radiologic Technology, Nanticoke

Alpha Beta Kappa Honor Society
Michael Austin Burke, Radiologic Technology, Clarks Summit
Brittany Elizabeth Clare Burger, Veterinary Technology, Scranton
Antoinette Cassaro, Radiologic Technology, Carbondale
Timothy DeCicco, Precision Machining Technology, Scranton
Simon Micah Frailey, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, New Milford
Steven P. Galli, Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Throop
Gregory Haering, Precision Machining Technology, East Stroudsburg
Jesse Michael King, Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Tunkhannock
Michael J. Laskowski, Electronic Technology, Gouldsboro
Jordan David Lupini, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Jessup
Cassandra Lynott, Radiologic Technology, Scranton
Monica M. Martucci, Veterinary Technology, Gouldsboro
Richard M. Norgard, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, West Caldwell, NJ
Jordan M. Pope, Precision Machining Technology, Dornsife
Ricky W. Purdy, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Taylor
Kathleen Ann Rafalko, Radiologic Technology, Dupont
Ellen Marie Raino, Radiologic Technology, Clarks Summit
Robert Reichle, Electronic Technology, Olyphant
Kristy Lynn Saravitz, Radiologic Technology, Montrose
Eric J. Shager, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Forest City
Nicholas David Snyder, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Dornsife
Shawn Warwick, Electronic Technology, Blakely
Kavina A. Wentland, Radiologic Technology, Carbondale
Walter A. Wood, IV, Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Dickson City
Kristen Ziomek, Radiologic Technology, Nanticoke

Chi Alpha Epsilon Honor Society
Ryan Thomas Bertig, Diesel Truck Technology, Lake Ariel
Traci L. Bond, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Dunmore
Michael Bradley, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Greentown
Kyle Canevari, Radiologic Technology, Peckville
Chad C. Chiorazzi, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Scranton
Kyle Robert Cohawitz, Automotive Technology, Lake Ariel
Adam Richard DeLuccie, Diesel Truck Technology, Scranton
Lawrence A. Foster, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, Philadelphia
Steven P. Galli, Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Throop
Anna Granteed, Veterinary Technology, Berwick
Matthew Janner, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Hamlin
Michael J. Laskowski, Electronic Technology, Gouldsboro
James S. McDonald, Jr., Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Olyphant
Christopher J. McHugh, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Nuangola
Anthony Negri, Distribution & Supply Logistics Technology, Scranton
Joseph S. Pochis, Sr., Radiologic Technology, Olyphant
Diana Marie Polinsky, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Roaring Brook Township
Gina Tomasello, Veterinary Technology, Scranton
Paul Francis Vermac, Jr., Electronic Technology, Moosic
Shawn Warwick, Electronic Technology, Blakely
Michael J. Zangardi, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, Scranton

Student Government Recognition
Sarah Nicole Edmiston, Veterinary Technology, State College
Lawrence A. Foster, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, Philadelphia
Simon Micah Frailey, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, New Milford
Anthony Negri, Distribution & Supply Logistics Technology, Scranton
Richard M. Norgard, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, West Caldwell, NJ
Kathleen Ann Rafalko, Radiologic Technology, Dupont
Ellen Marie Raino, Radiologic Technology, Clarks Summit
Kristy Lynn Saravitz, Radiologic Technology, Montrose
Nicholas David Snyder, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Dornsife
Kavina A. Wentland, Radiologic Technology, Carbondale
Walter A. Wood, IV, Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Dickson City
Kristen Ziomek, Radiologic Technology, Nanticoke

Service Award
Theron Russell Dickinson, III, Precision Machining Technology, Dalton
Simon Micah Frailey, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, New Milford
Kavina A. Wentland, Radiologic Technology, Carbondale

Social Force Recognition
Brittany Elizabeth Clare Burger, Veterinary Technology, Scranton
Michael Austin Burke, Radiologic Technology, Clarks Summit
Antoinette Cassaro, Radiologic Technology, Carbondale
Timothy DeCicco, Precision Machining Technology, Scranton
Theron Russell Dickinson, III, Precision Machining Technology, Dalton
Gregory Haering, Precision Machining Technology, East Stroudsburg
Phillip Kosmahl, Electronic Technology, Gouldsboro
Cassandra Lynott, Radiologic Technology, Scranton
Monica M. Martucci, Veterinary Technology, Gouldsboro
Holly Suzanne Owens, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Dickson City
Jordan M. Pope, Precision Machining Technology, Dornsife
Ricky W. Purdy, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Taylor
Kathleen Ann Rafalko, Radiologic Technology, Dupont
Ellen Marie Raino, Radiologic Technology, Clarks Summit
Nicholas David Snyder, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Dornsife
Kavina A. Wentland, Radiologic Technology, Carbondale

Athlete Recognition
Brittany Elizabeth Clare Burger, Veterinary Technology, Scranton
Joseph Carter, Electronic Technology, Scranton
Ashleigh Nicole Dennen, Computer Information Technology, Danville
Sarah Nicole Edmiston, Veterinary Technology, State College
James Gwilym Farrell, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Clarks Summit
Lawrence A. Foster, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, Philadelphia
Simon Micah Frailey, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, New Milford
Steven P. Galli, Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Throop
Matthew Gavern, Automotive Technology, Scranton
Keith Griffiths, Jr., Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Scranton
Jesse Michael King, Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Tunkhannock
David Longo, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Scranton
Brandi Rhodes, Veterinary Technology, Danville
Eric J. Shager, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Forest City
Courtney J. Shumosic, Veterinary Technology, West Nanticoke
Richard Lucas Spicer, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Clarks Summit

Student Ambassador Recognition
Timothy DeCicco, Precision Machining Technology, Scranton
Lawrence A. Foster, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, Philadelphia
Matthew Gavern, Automotive Technology, Scranton
Jordan David Lupini, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Jessup
Kristy Lynn Saravitz, Radiologic Technology, Montrose
Eric J. Shager, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Forest City

All award recipients are from Pennsylvania unless otherwise noted.

Dr. Ann L. Pipinski presents Timothy DeCicco with the Outstanding Senior Award.
From Left to Right: Dr. Ann L. Pipinski, Johnson College’s President & CEO; Timothy DeCicco, Precision Machining Technology, Scranton

Newly Inducted Members of the Alpha Beta Kappa Honor Society
From Left to Right (Front Row): Robert Reichle, Electronic Technology, Olyphant; Antoinette Cassaro, Radiologic Technology, Carbondale; Kathleen Ann Rafalko, Radiologic Technology, Dupont; Cassandra Lynott, Radiologic Technology, Scranton; Ellen Marie Raino, Radiologic Technology, Clarks Summit; Kristy Lynn Saravitz, Radiologic Technology, Montrose; Kavina A. Wentland, Radiologic Technology, Carbondale; Kristen Ziomek, Radiologic Technology, Nanticoke; Brittany Elizabeth Clare Burger, Veterinary Technology, Scranton; Monica M. Martucci, Veterinary Technology, Gouldsboro; Simon Micah Frailey, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, New Milford
From Left to Right (Back Row): Michael J. Laskowski, Electronic Technology, Gouldsboro; Shawn Warwick, Electronic Technology, Blakely; Jesse Michael King, Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Tunkhannock; Steven P. Galli, Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Throop; Walter A. Wood, IV, Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Dickson City; Michael Austin Burke, Radiologic Technology, Clarks Summit; Timothy DeCicco, Precision Machining Technology, Scranton; Gregory Haering, Precision Machining Technology, East Stroudsburg; Jordan M. Pope, Precision Machining Technology, Dornsife; Eric J. Shager, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Forest City; Ricky W. Purdy, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Taylor; Jordan David Lupini, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Jessup; Richard M. Norgard, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, West Caldwell, NJ; Nicholas David Snyder, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Dornsife

Newly Inducted Members of the Chi Alpha Epsilon Honor Society
From Left to Right (Front Row): Anna Granteed, Veterinary Technology, Berwick; Steven P. Galli, Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Throop; Kyle Canevari, Radiologic Technology, Peckville; Michael Bradley, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Greentown; Gina Tomasello, Veterinary Technology, Scranton; Paul Francis Vermac, Jr., Electronic Technology, Moosic; Michael J. Zangardi, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, Scranton; Traci L. Bond, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Dunmore; Kyle Robert Cohawitz, Automotive Technology, Lake Ariel
From Left to Right (Back Row): Michael J. Laskowski, Electronic Technology, Gouldsboro; Adam Richard DeLuccie, Diesel Truck Technology, Scranton; Matthew Janner, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Hamlin; James S. McDonald, Jr., Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Olyphant; Anthony Negri, Distribution & Supply Logistics Technology, Scranton; Joseph S. Pochis, Sr., Radiologic Technology, Olyphant; Diana Marie Polinsky, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Roaring Brook Township; Shawn Warwick, Electronic Technology, Blakely; Ryan Thomas Bertig, Diesel Truck Technology, Lake Ariel; Lawrence A. Foster, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, Philadelphia
Not Pictured: Chad C. Chiorazzi, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Scranton; Christopher J. McHugh, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Nuangola

Johnson College celebrated its 92nd Commencement on Sunday, May 15, 2011 at the Scranton Cultural Center in Scranton. 173 graduates received either an Associate in Science degree (A.S.) or an Associate in Applied Science degree (A.A.S.).

Ryan Leckey, Reporter for WNEP-TV, delivered the commencement address. Antoinette Cassaro ’11, of Carbondale, who earned an Associate in Science Award for Academic Excellence, also spoke, sharing her Johnson College experience.

Degrees were presented by Dr. Ann L. Pipinski, Johnson College’s President & CEO, and Don Kalina, Chairperson of the College’s Board of Directors.

Following is a complete list of graduates:

Associate in Science Degrees

Computer Information Technology
Corey J. Andrews, Archbald
Adam Blanchard, Scranton
Christopher J. Carpenter, Top Department Honors, Olyphant
Ashleigh Nicole Dennen, Danville
Jonny Dominguez Tolentino, Scranton
Courtney Frace, Wilkes-Barre
Mark Perera, Olyphant
Ryan N. Rosengrant, Lake Ariel
Andrew Wildenberg, Union Dale

Radiologic Technology
Michael Austin Burke, Summa Cum Laude, Clarks Summit
Kyle Canevari, Peckville
Antoinette Cassaro, Summa Cum Laude, Top Department Honors, *, Carbondale
Phillip Anthony Colarossi, Jr., Clarks Green
Chad J. Henry, Hallstead
Monica Lynn Horvath, Scranton
Dominick Anthony Leonardo, Olyphant
Cassandra Lynott, Scranton
Colleen E. McGinley, Summa Cum Laude, Throop
Ashley Christine Palmer, Montrose
Joseph S. Pochis, Sr., Olyphant
Kathleen Ann Rafalko, Magna Cum Laude, Dupont
Ellen Marie Raino, Summa Cum Laude, Clarks Summit
Kristy Lynn Saravitz, Summa Cum Laude, Montrose
Brittney M. Sholcosky, Clarks Summit
Kavina A. Wentland, Magna Cum Laude, Carbondale
Kristen Ziomek, Cum Laude, Nanticoke

Veterinary Technology
Kelly June Astleford, Blakely
Nichole Blasko, Cum Laude, Hughestown
Brittany Elizabeth Clare Burger, Cum Laude, Scranton
Natasha Coggins, Dunmore
Sarah Nicole Edmiston, State College
Suzanne Christina Fauver, Nicholson
Renee Garofano, Honesdale
Kassey J. Kuhns, Mifflinburg
Monica M. Martucci, Magna Cum Laude, Top Department Honors, Gouldsboro
Michelle Elizabeth Mickavicz, Taylor
Elizabeth S. Mitchell, Hawley
Margaret A. Moniz, Union Beach, NJ
Sarah Novotney, Harleigh
Stephanie Lynn Pherreigo, Old Forge
Brandi Rhodes, Danville
Francesca Ruta, Thornhurst
Courtney J. Shumosic, West Nanticoke
Marissa E. Slivkanich, Madison Twp.
Melissa Ann Yusinski, Cum Laude, Clarks Summit
Katelyn Marie Zdaniewicz, Falls

Associate in Applied Science Degrees

Architectural Drafting & Design Technology
Traci L. Bond, Summa Cum Laude, Dunmore
Joseph R. Buselli, Jr., Cum Laude, Jermyn
James Gwilym Farrell, Clarks Summit
Caleb Mark Jahnke, Summa Cum Laude, Dunmore
Jordan David Lupini, Summa Cum Laude, Jessup
Holly Suzanne Owens, Dickson City
Ricky W. Purdy, Summa Cum Laude, Top Department Honors, Taylor
Kristyn Nicole Repecki, Throop
Cory Santoro, Dunmore
David James Santarelli, Peckville

Automotive Technology
Robert P. Ames, Jr., Factoryville
Aaron Wade Bailey, Dalton
Mark Dennis Bootz, Throop
Jonathan Campos, Scranton
Kyle Robert Cohawitz, Lake Ariel
Matthew Gavern, Top Department Honors, Scranton
Christopher Hart, Old Forge
Mark Anthony Kondraski, West Pittston
Justin Swartz, Old Forge

Biomedical Equipment Technology
Ken Byers, Peckville
Kyle Calabro, Forest City
Julio Faramelli, Magna Cum Laude, Forest City
Gerard Flynn, Old Forge
Albert Green, Dalton
Matthew Janner, Magna Cum Laude, Hamlin
Patrick Daniel Lininger, Magna Cum Laude, Scranton
William Loss, Summa Cum Laude, Scranton
Christopher J. McHugh, Nuangola
Diana Marie Polinsky, Roaring Brook Township
William Ruthkosky, Elmhurst Township
Eric J. Shager, Summa Cum Laude, Top Department Honors, Forest City
P. Rocco Stacchiotti, Old Forge
Andrew Wildoner, Springville
Nicholas Arthur Williamson, Carbondale

Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology
John William Abbott, Susquehanna
Denny DeWolf, Tunkhannock
Lawrence A. Foster, Philadelphia
Simon Micah Frailey, Cum Laude, New Milford
Lateck A. Miles, Scranton
Justin Ian Munley, Scott Township
Richard M. Norgard, Summa Cum Laude, West Caldwell, NJ
Tyler Christian Rosko, Taylor
Vincent Rowe, Honesdale
Christopher Bein Smith, Summa Cum Laude, Top Department Honors, Havertown
Matthew George Vacendak, Summa Cum Laude, Clarks Summit
Gary Francis VanVranken, Summa Cum Laude, Tunkhannock
Jeffrey Leroy Walter, Jr., Factoryville
Michael J. Zangardi, Scranton

Diesel Truck Technology
Gerard Barone, Jr., Throop
Ryan Thomas Bertig, Lake Ariel
Adam Richard DeLuccie, Scranton
Kurtis Dion, Drums
Curtis D. Herbert, Summa Cum Laude, Top Department Honors, New Milford
Alec Katchur, Dunmore
William E. Kimmel, Cum Laude, Klingerstown
Timothy Warnock, Honesdale
Robert Witner, Freeland

Distribution & Supply Logistics Technology
Joe Casale, Duryea
Steven Chan, Scranton
Justin Christopher Clark, Top Department Honors, Clarks Summit
Brianna Corcoran, Scranton
Anthony Negri, Scranton

Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology
Nathan Bird, Dalton
Michael Bradley, Greentown
William Thomas Browning, Jr., Scranton
Chad C. Chiorazzi, Summa Cum Laude, Scranton
Vito Anthony Ciaglia, III, Magna Cum Laude, Dunmore
Dillon Travis Cilento, Greentown
Shane Michael Costanzi, Old Forge
Nicholas Damanti, Magna Cum Laude, Hawley
Adam Dicton, Willkes-Barre
Jesse Dockett, Avoca
David Michael Fetchko, Shavertown
Keith Griffiths, Jr., Scranton
David Stanley Hilstolsky, Wyoming
Jesse Kasper, Scranton
David Longo, Scranton
Cullen W. McKenna, Scranton
Yovany Monge, Scranton
Guy M. Paone, Summa Cum Laude, Scranton
Kyle Rabiega, Scranton
Carlos Rodriguez, Scranton
Jason Alexander Slagus, Scranton
Wyman Jay Smith, Milanville
Nicholas David Snyder, Summa Cum Laude, Top Department Honors, **, Dornsife
Richard Lucas Spicer, Clarks Summit
Jordan Michael Swift, Carbondale
Ryan Youshock, Magna Cum Laude, Scranton
Travis Zarnoff, Clarks Summit

Electronic Technology
Joseph Carter, Scranton
Christopher Robert D’Amico, Covington Twp.
David DeNault, Summa Cum Laude, Dalton
Justin Douglas Hall, Dallas
Phillip Kosmahl, Cum Laude, Gouldsboro
David J. Krysko, Summa Cum Laude, Scranton
Justin James Kubilus, Dalton
John Lashinski, Cum Laude, Clarks Summit
Michael J. Laskowski, Magna Cum Laude, Gouldsboro
Ian Lewis, Scranton
Christopher Lee Oakley, Summa Cum Laude, Taylor
Michael James Reese, Fleetville
Robert Reichle, Summa Cum Laude, Top Department Honors, Olyphant
Jesse James Tutino, Magna Cum Laude, Scranton
Paul Francis Vermac, Jr., Cum Laude, Moosic
Shawn Warwick, Cum Laude, Blakely
Dave Weisenfluh, Magna Cum Laude, Taylor
Eric Wilcom, Summa Cum Laude, Lake Ariel
Steven Yurechko, Dunmore
Ryan Yzeik, Lake Ariel

Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Richard G. Burnett, Jr., Summa Cum Laude, Carbondale
Joseph Louis DeMark, Exeter
Steven P. Galli, Throop
Joseph P. Hartman, Cum Laude, Clarks Summit
George Kell, Scranton
Jesse Michael King, Magna Cum Laude, Tunkhannock
Jason Kulick, Summa Cum Laude, Throop
James S. McDonald, Jr., Olyphant
Corey McHale, Dunmore
John Eric Mitchko, Archbald
Salvatore M. Neri, Throop
Bahor Pinkhasov, Scranton
Walter A. Wood, IV, Summa Cum Laude, Top Department Honors, Dickson City

Precision Machining Technology
Timothy DeCicco, Summa Cum Laude, Scranton
Theron Russell Dickinson, III , Dalton
Gregory Haering, East Stroudsburg
Jordan M. Pope, Summa Cum Laude, Top Department Honors, Dornsife
Jon Seidenschwarz, Swiftwater

All graduates are from Pennsylvania unless otherwise noted.

summa cum laude: GPA of 3.90 or higher
magna cum laude: GPA of 3.80 and equal to or less than 3.89
cum laude: GPA of 3.70 and equal to or less than 3.79
* Johnson College Award for Academic Excellence, Associate in Science
** Johnson College Award for Academic Excellence, Associate in Applied Science
Honors recognition based on academic achievement to December 2010.

Ryan Leckey, reporter for WNEP-TV, delivers Johnson College’s Commencement Address.

Antoinette Cassaro ’11, of Carbondale, who earned an Associate in Science Award for Academic Excellence, addresses her felow graduates.

Matthew George Vacendak ‘11, of Clarks Summit, accepts his diploma.
From left to right: Dr. Ann L. Pipinski, Johnson College’s President & CEO; Don Kalina, Chairperson of Johnson College’s Board of Directors; Matthew George Vacendak ‘11, Clarks Summit

Johnson College will hold its 92nd Commencement Ceremony on Sunday, May 15, 2011 starting at 11:00 a.m. The ceremony will take place at the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple, 420 N. Washington Ave, Scranton.

At the commencement ceremony, Johnson College expects to award over 170 Associate Degrees. Along with the presentation of degrees, the program includes: special remarks by this year’s commencement speaker; an address from Dr. Ann L. Pipinski, President and CEO; a speech by a recipient of an Award for Academic Excellence; and a statement from Donald Kalina, Chairman of the Board of Directors.

Johnson College is pleased to announce that this year’s commencement speaker will be Ryan Leckey, reporter for WNEP-TV.

Ryan Leckey, who Pennsylvania viewers often call ‘the Leckenator,’ is known for his energetic storytelling of breaking news as well as his iconic interviews with notable figures such as Barbara Walters, Diane Sawyer, Whoopi Goldberg, and President Bill Clinton.

Ryan got his start in television right out of high school when he was eighteen years old at WJAC-TV (NBC) in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. This is the same station he used to visit as a middle-schooler when he would pitch teen segment ideas to the general manager.

While working in his hometown, Ryan began his career behind the scenes, learning how to execute a newscast before moving to the news department a short time later. There, Ryan worked primarily as a one-man-band — shooting, writing, and editing his own stories. While at WJAC, he solo-anchored his first newscast at age nineteen and before leaving the station in 2005, he had reported, anchored, and filled-in on the weather segments. All of this professional experience occurred while Ryan was earning his Bachelor’s degree in Communication at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown.

In 2005, Ryan accepted a reporter position at WNEP-TV, one of America’s highest rated television stations. The News Station is based near Scranton, PA. In the beginning, Ryan worked mornings and weekends for two years before moving to Monday through Friday broadcasts, where he became one of the familiar faces on Newswatch 16 This Morning. Not only did Ryan become a regular personality, he also implemented and still produces his own segment called “Leckey Live.” The almost daily television spot highlights community causes and special projects, including “Leckey’s Look at The View,” which gave viewers an all-access pass to the ABC daytime talk show and in-depth interviews with the hosts. Ryan’s other well known projects include: “One-On-One With Diane Sawyer,” “Fight Fat This Fall,” and “Slim Down for Summer,” which helped viewers shed the pounds through an interactive multi-media format.

One of Ryan’s biggest accomplishments while living and working in Northeastern & Central Pennsylvania includes his “Ryan’s Run” campaign in 2010. In conjunction with running the I-N-G New York City Marathon, Ryan, along with WNEP-TV Viewers, helped raise more than $120,000 in less than two months for kids with disabilities at Allied Services Pediatric Program. The NYC Marathon later labeled “Ryan’s Run” as a Bronze Charity because of the significant amount of money it raised in such a short amount of time. The Bronze Charity status put the campaign on the same world stage as the Michael J. Fox & The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundations.

Ryan has also earned a Master’s Degree in Communication Arts with a Concentration in Media Management from Marywood University, where he currently teaches courses in Media Performance and Broadcast News Writing.

When he’s not on the air or in the classroom, Ryan can be found hosting community events or making music.

For more about Ryan Leckey, check out www.ryanleckey.com.

For information on Johnson College, please visit www.johnson.edu.

Ryan Leckey, reporter for WNEP-TV, will address Johnson College’s Class of 2011 on Sunday, May 15, 2011.
PHOTO COURTESY OF ROB LETTIERI

On Friday, May 7, 2010, Johnson College held its annual Awards Night. Members of the Class of 2010 were honored for receiving honors, competing in athletics, partaking in extracurricular activities, serving the College, and displaying dedication to their field.

Following is a list of award recipients:
All award recipients are from Pennsylvania unless otherwise noted.

Johnson College Award for Academic Excellence – Associate in Science
Elysia M. Curry, Radiologic Technology, Montrose

Johnson College Award for Academic Excellence – Associate in Applied Science
Daniel Brian Taylor, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Lake Ariel

Department Honors
Architectural Drafting & Design Technology
Philip S. Ridgeway, Honesdale

Automotive Technology
Dale Richard Piwowarski, Scott Twp.

Biomedical Equipment Technology
Daniel Brian Taylor, Lake Ariel

Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology
Michael A. Biduck, Inkerman

Computer Information Technology
Stephen F. Cerra, Scranton

Diesel Truck Technology
Raymond L. Berger, Jr., Palmerton

Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology
Ryan P. Kane, Susquehanna

Electronic Technology
Bridgette D. Harvey, Wilkes-Barre

Precision Machining Technology
Logan James Tuttle, Honesdale

Radiologic Technology
Elysia M. Curry, Montrose

Veterinary Technology
Cheri Camburn Schultz, Tunkhannock

Outstanding Senior Award
Mark D. Bremer, Precision Machining Technology, Brodheadsville

Who’s Who in American Junior Colleges
Jillanne Akers, Radiologic Technology, Scranton
Robert Applegate, Computer Information Technology, Hop Bottom
Raymond L. Berger, Jr., Diesel Truck Technology, Palmerton
Michael A. Biduck, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, Inkerman
Mark D. Bremer, Precision Machining Technology, Brodheadsville
Chance J. Compton, Diesel Truck Technology, Jefferson Twp.
Elysia M. Curry, Radiologic Technology, Montrose
Shane D. Fabiani, Automotive Technology, Dalton
Ryan P. Kane, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Susquehanna
Christina R. Leseberg, Veterinary Technology, Plains
Joshua Lee Mounce, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, Dallas
Christopher P. Naticchi, Computer Information Technology, Archbald
Dale Richard Piwowarski, Automotive Technology, Scott Twp.
Philip S. Ridgeway, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Honesdale
Vito Joseph Rizzo, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Dickson City
Jason Samsock, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Clarks Summit
Matthew D. Skoranski, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Scranton
Leslie Jean Smith, Veterinary Technology, Milanville
Michael David Supczenski, Computer Information Technology, Trucksville
Daniel Brian Taylor, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Lake Ariel
Lyndon Tomaine, Electronic Technology, Olyphant
Logan James Tuttle, Precision Machining Technology, Honesdale

Academic Honors
Summa Cum Laude: GPA of 3.90 or higher
John Baker, Computer Information Technology, Honesdale
Raymond L. Berger, Jr., Diesel Truck Technology, Palmerton
Stephen F. Cerra, Computer Information Technology, Scranton
Elysia M. Curry, Radiologic Technology, Montrose
Ryan P. Kane, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Susquehanna
Dale Richard Piwowarski, Automotive Technology, Scott Twp.
Philip S. Ridgeway, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Honesdale
Vito Joseph Rizzo, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Dickson City
Daniel Brian Taylor, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Lake Ariel

Magna Cum Laude: GPA of 3.80 and equal to or less than 3.89
Shane D. Fabiani, Automotive Technology, Dalton
Benjamin Clark Garrison, Computer Information Technology, Nicholson
Jeremy Mark Hayden, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Lake Ariel
Alicia Marie Krutulis, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Archbald
David G. Kuhn, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Scranton
Joseph LoMonaco, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Greentown
Anthony Pelosi, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Dunmore
Kenneth D. Pennell, Jr., Computer Information Technology Lake Ariel
Christopher Russo, Radiologic Technology, Hicksville, NY
Mead W. Sandercock, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Honesdale
Ethan Cord Skinner, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Honesdale
Matthew D. Skoranski, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Scranton
Michael J. Sledzinski, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Lake Ariel
Jeremiah Zimmerman, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Peckville

Cum Laude: GPA of 3.70 and equal to or less than 3.79
Jillanne Akers, Radiologic Technology, Scranton
Robert Applegate, Computer Information Technology, Hop Bottom
Michael A. Biduck, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, Inkerman
Chance J. Compton, Diesel Truck Technology, Jefferson Twp.
Craig Felkowski, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Olyphant
Bridgette D. Harvey, Electronic Technology, Wilkes-Barre
Andrew Martin, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Eynon
Logan James Tuttle, Precision Machining Technology, Honesdale
Michael E. Varosky, Computer Information Technology, Moscow
Justin R. Williams, Diesel Truck Technology, Moscow

Alpha Beta Kappa Honor Society
Jillanne Akers, Radiologic Technology, Scranton
Robert Applegate, Computer Information Technology, Hop Bottom
Raymond L. Berger, Jr., Diesel Truck Technology, Palmerton
Mark D. Bremer, Precision Machining Technology, Brodheadsville
Stephen F. Cerra, Computer Information Technology, Scranton
Chance J. Compton, Diesel Truck Technology, Jefferson Twp.
Elysia M. Curry, Radiologic Technology, Montrose
Bridgette D. Harvey, Electronic Technology, Wilkes-Barre
Mark J. Kisel, II, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Jessup
Alicia Marie Krutulis, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Archbald
Christina R. Leseberg, Veterinary Technology, Plains
Kenneth D. Pennell, Jr., Computer Information Technology Lake Ariel
Christopher Michael Pierson, Veterinary Technology, Kingsley
Vito Joseph Rizzo, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Dickson City
Christopher Russo, Radiologic Technology, Hicksville, NY
Daniel Brian Taylor, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Lake Ariel
Anton Toryak, Diesel Truck Technology, Greentown
Justin R. Williams, Diesel Truck Technology, Moscow

Chi Alpha Epsilon Honor Society
Robert Applegate, Computer Information Technology, Hop Bottom
Mark Vincent Bevilacqua, Electronic Technology, Dickson City
Mark D. Bremer, Precision Machining Technology, Brodheadsville
Thomas Jerome Burrier, III, Diesel Truck Technology, Waymart
Corey J. Furdin, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Moosic
Christopher P. Naticchi, Computer Information Technology, Archbald
Brenda Rose Pfeiffer, Electronic Technology, Scranton
Donna Marie Rapp, Veterinary Technology, Hawley
Cory Michael Simon, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, Hallstead
Michael David Supczenski, Computer Information Technology, Trucksville
Jennifer Swanson, Veterinary Technology, Honesdale
Anton Toryak, Diesel Truck Technology, Greentown
Ashley M. Wheeler, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Gouldsboro
Justin R. Williams, Diesel Truck Technology, Moscow

Student Government Recognition
Jillanne Akers, Radiologic Technology, Scranton
Raymond L. Berger, Jr., Diesel Truck Technology, Palmerton
Alexander R. Bennett, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, Montrose
Brendan Michael Bonner, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, Springfield
Kevin M. Bradley, Jr., Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Greentown
Jennifer L. Clark, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Lackawaxen
Elysia M. Curry, Radiologic Technology, Montrose
Bridgette D. Harvey, Electronic Technology, Wilkes-Barre
Mark J. Kisel, II, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Jessup
Alicia Marie Krutulis, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Archbald
Michael Latrella, Precision Machining Technology, Scranton
Vito Joseph Rizzo, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Dickson City
Danielle Marie Roth, Veterinary Technology, Erie
Eric Robert Shulde, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Carbondale
Daniel Brian Taylor, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Lake Ariel
Ashley M. Wheeler, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Gouldsboro

Service Award
Danielle Marie Roth, Veterinary Technology, Erie

Social Force Recognition
Tiffanie Candlemas Sears, Veterinary Technology, Houghton, NY

Athlete Recognition
Christopher Stout, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, Dalton

Student Ambassador Recognition
Brendan Michael Bonner, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, Springfield
Mark D. Bremer, Precision Machining Technology, Brodheadsville
Alicia Marie Krutulis, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Archbald
Danielle Marie Roth, Veterinary Technology, Erie

Dr. Ann L. Pipinski presents Mark D. Bremer with the Outstanding Senior Award.
From Left to Right: Dr. Ann L. Pipinski, Johnson College’s President & CEO; Mark D. Bremer, Precision Machining Technology, Brodheadsville

Newly Inducted Members of the Alpha Beta Kappa Honor Society
From Left to Right (Front Row): Bridgette D. Harvey, Electronic Technology, Wilkes-Barre; Alicia Marie Krutulis, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Archbald; Christina R. Leseberg, Veterinary Technology, Plains; Elysia M. Curry, Radiologic Technology, Montrose; Robert Applegate, Computer Information Technology, Hop Bottom; Jillanne Akers, Radiologic Technology, Scranton
From Left to Right (Middle Row): Christine Buckery, Johnson College’s Coordinator of On-Campus Housing; Raymond L. Berger, Jr., Diesel Truck Technology, Palmerton; Christopher Michael Pierson, Veterinary Technology, Kingsley; Daniel Brian Taylor, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Lake Ariel; Christopher Russo, Radiologic Technology, Hicksville, NY; Justin R. Williams, Diesel Truck Technology, Moscow
From Left to Right (Back Row): Kenneth D. Pennell, Jr., Computer Information Technology Lake Ariel; Chance J. Compton, Diesel Truck Technology, Jefferson Twp.; Vito Joseph Rizzo, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Dickson City; Anton Toryak, Diesel Truck Technology, Greentown; Mark D. Bremer, Precision Machining Technology, Brodheadsville; Mark J. Kisel, II, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Jessup; Stephen F. Cerra, Computer Information Technology, Scranton

Newly Inducted Members of the Chi Alpha Epsilon Honor Society
From Left to Right (Front Row): Donna Marie Rapp, Veterinary Technology, Hawley; Robert Applegate, Computer Information Technology, Hop Bottom; Jennifer Swanson, Veterinary Technology, Honesdale; Christopher P. Naticchi, Computer Information Technology, Archbald; Justin R. Williams, Diesel Truck Technology, Moscow; Ashley M. Wheeler, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Gouldsboro
From Left to Right (Middle Row): Brenda Rose Pfeiffer, Electronic Technology, Scranton; Cory Michael Simon, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, Hallstead; Michael David Supczenski, Computer Information Technology, Trucksville; Devon M. Fawcett, Johnson College’s Director of Student Life; Mark Vincent Bevilacqua, Electronic Technology, Dickson City; William Halenda, Jr., Distribution & Supply Logistics Technology, Dickson City
From Left to Right (Back Row): Anton Toryak, Diesel Truck Technology, Greentown; Corey J. Furdin, Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology, Moosic; Mark D. Bremer, Precision Machining Technology, Brodheadsville; Thomas Jerome Burrier, III, Diesel Truck Technology, Waymart