University of Guam
Commencement Ceremonies Spring 2014
Unibetsedåt Guahan Serimonas Graduhasion
Sunday, May 25, University of Guam Field House, Two o’clock in the Afternoon
Prelude
Legislative Certificate
Processional
Conferral of Honorary Degrees
Mr. Candido Babauta Taman
Master of Traditional Micronesian Knowledge
Grand Marshal
Dr. Anita Borja Enriquez
Interim Senior Vice President, Academic & Student Affairs
Student Marshals
Michael Snaer Herreros
Leinani M.Q. Naholowa’a
Commencement Address
His Excellency Tommy Remengesau, Jr.
President of the Republic of Palau
Graduating Class
Conferral of Degrees In Course
Dr. Robert A. Underwood, President
Mace Bearer and Faculty Marshal
Dr. Nicholas Goetzfridt
President, Faculty Senate
Presentation of Candidates
Remy B. Cristobal
Interim Dean, Enrollment Management & Student Services
Emeritus Marshal
Robert Sajnovsky
Vice Chair, Society of Emeritus Professors & Retired Scholars
Emeritus Faculty
Dr. James D. Sellmann
Dean, College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences
Dr. Lee S. Yudin
Dean, College of Natural and Applied Sciences
Dr. Annette T. Santos
Interim Dean, School of Business and Public Administration
Faculty Senate
Faculty
Dr. John S. Sanchez
Interim Dean, School of Education
Board of Regents
Dr. Margaret Hattori-Uchima
Dean, School of Nursing and Health Sciences
Platform Guests
Presentation of Graduate Candidates
Dr. John A. Peterson
Assistant Vice President of Graduate Studies,
Sponsored Programs, and Research
Presentation of Colors
National Anthem & Guam Hymn
Nikita Palacios Mendiola
Andrew Gumataotao
Invocation
Reverend Father Michael Jucutan
Ducle Nombre de Maria Cathedral-Basilica
Opening Address
Dr. Robert A. Underwood, President
Presentation of Commissioned Officers
CPT John Rigsbee, U.S. Army
Assistant Professor of Military Science
University Alma Mater
All students, led by Romel Bismonte Presentation of Class Gift
Class Address
Mr. Gerwin Guevarra Pineda
Class Valedictorian
Benediction
Dr. Paul A. Pineda
Saint Paul Ministries
Recessional
Music by Guam Territorial Band
Max Ronquillo, Conductor
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Message from the Chairperson
On behalf of the Board of Regents, congratulations to the Spring Class of 2014 on the
conferral of your degrees. Please remember that the University community shares the joy and
pride that you have brought to your family through your accomplishments. The hard work
and dedication that you have demonstrated to earn your degree will continue to reap future
benefits for you, your island, your nation and the world!
The goal of the University of Guam is to prepare graduates to contribute to the growth
and development of our island and our region through their chosen career fields. You will
represent to our community the qualities that can be found in all UOG students. It is through your efforts that
Guam will realize the value and necessity of growing the University to serve her people.
Thank you very much for choosing the University of Guam, the home of the big G. I wish each and every one of
you a joyous day as you celebrate your new beginning. Best wishes and God’s blessings to all of you.
William Leon Guerrero
Chairperson, Board of Regents
Message from the President
Congratulations to the Class of 2014! Your hard work has brought you to this day, a new
beginning and an opening to new opportunities. You have all faced the challenge of struggling
with multiple commitments and responsibilities, and have risen to the occasion. I hope that
you will always remember the satisfaction you feel today at having earned your degree.
The University of Guam (UOG) is the only institution in the world that is wholly committed
to the needs of Guam and the Micronesian region. Throughout our island region, UOG
Tritons are helping to improve the quality of life for our people. In the face of competing
priorities, UOG’s goal is to be great in providing a quality education that prepares each graduate to lead and serve
our island and region.
Today we will listen to the wise words of a young leader from our region. Republic of Palau President Tommy
Remengesau’s personal examples demonstrates what visionary island leadership can accomplish. We will also
honor Candido Babauta Taman with a Master of Micronesian Traditional Knowledge. His contribution in song of
several languages as well as his public service represents the need to secure a 21st century future for our cultures
and languages.
As an alumnus, you will represent the quality of a UOG education wherever you are. I look forward to your
continued involvement as UOG continues to provide opportunities to future generations of Tritons.
Biba Class of 2014! Biba UOG!
Robert A. Underwood, Ed.D.
President
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Board of Regents
Mr. William Leon Guerrero
Chairperson
Ms. Jillette Leon Guerrero
Regent
Mr. Marcos Fong
Vice Chairperson
Ms. Mariflor Herrero
Regent
Ms. Antoinette Sanford
Treasurer
Mr. Chris Felix
Regent
Dr. W. Chris Perez
Regent
Mr. Vinni Orsini
Student Regent
Ms. Elizabeth Gayle
Regent
Dr. Robert A. Underwood
Executive Secretary
University of Guam
Dr. Robert A. Underwood
President
Dr. Anita Borja Enriquez
Interim Senior Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs
Mr. David M. O’Brien
Vice President for Administration and Finance
Dr. John Peterson
Assistant Vice President of Graduate Studies, Research, and Sponsored Programs
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About Commencement
Academic Dress and Procession
The history of academic dress dates to the Middle
Ages when many scholars were also clerics and
wore costume of the monastic orders. In 1321, the
University of Cambridge adopted specific styles and
color combinations. American colleges and universities
desired to adopt a standard code for academic dress
for colleges and universities in the United States. The
standards continue to be followed by the American
Council of Education.
The costumes worn today are all traditional
and their colors, trimmings and patterns
interpret the degree, the field of learning,
and the institution that conferred the degree.
The bachelor’s gown has long pointed sleeves
and is designed to be worn closed; the
master’s gown has an oblong sleeves open at
the wrist. The rear part of its oblong shape
is square cut and the front part has an arc
cut away. The doctor’s gown has bell-shaped
sleeves, is faced with velvet and has three bars
across the sleeves. The color of the velvet is
distinctive of the degree.
the various fields of learning: white, arts, letters, and
humanities; drab, business administration; light blue,
education; apricot, nursing; dark blue, philosophy; and
golden yellow, science.
The academic procession is led by the grand marshal, who
is the President of the Faculty Senate. A traditional order
to procession is followed: First come the candidates for
degrees according to the order in which the
degrees are to be conferred; next, members
of the faculty led by the faculty marshal,
the honorary degree recipient and the other
members of the platform party followed by
the president of the university. The order is
reversed for the recessional.
You will note that some of today’s graduates
are wearing a gold stole. This stole indicates
that the wearer is graduating with academic
honors.
The Mace
Historically, the mace was a heavy, spiked
club used during the Middle Ages to break
armor in battle. Today, the mace is an
The hood tells the story. The type of degree
ornamental staff borne as a symbol of authority before
bachelor’s, master’s, doctor’s, is indicated by the width of
a public official or legislative body. The mace of the
the velvet edging and the length of the hood, the doctor’s
University of Guam is made of ifil wood into which are
hood being the longest and of a fuller shape. The color
carved ifil leaves. Ifil wood was chosen because of its
of the velvet edging denotes the field of learning and the
performance, strength and value, all of which reflect the
lining denotes the school that conferred the degree.
major characteristics of the University of Guam. The
The color of the tassel, worn on the left side of the mace, designed by Forrest G. Rogers, was carved and
mortarboard, indicates the field of study and is gold donated to the University of Guam by the Department
for those with a doctor’s degree. The colors you will see of Corrections.
today in the hoods and gown of our faculty represent
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Commencement Address
His Excellency
President Tommy Remengesau, Jr.
President Tommy Esang Remengesau, Jr., the eighth President of the
Republic of Palau, is the first Palauan to be elected as President three
times. He was first elected as President in 2000 and was re-elected in 2004.
Constitutionally limited to two consecutive presidential terms, Remengesau
was elected in 2008 as a Senator in the Palau National Congress (the Olbiil
Era Kelulau) where he served until his election as President again in 2012.
President Tommy Remengesau, Jr.
Republic of Palau
His election as President again in 2012 is a mark of his vitality and his
commitment to his promise to the People of Palau to work hard to “preserve
the best, and improve the rest” for Palau, today and for generations to come.
During his time in public office, Palau has been recognized for its financial
stability and good governance. Remengesau also emphasized Palau’s
international leadership and close relationship with the United States at
the United Nations and on strategic matters. In 2007, Time magazine
named him one of the heroes of the environment for initiatives such as
the Micronesian Challenge. President Remengesau is now considering
establishing a marine sanctuary covering all of Palau’s waters, further
enhancing Palau’s tourism revenues.
Remengesau began his political career as the youngest Senator ever elected to the Olbiil Era Kelulau at the age
of 28. During his Senate terms, he served as Chairman of the powerful Committee on Ways and Means and
was instrumental in helping to erase Palau’s outstanding budget deficit and bring about financial stability and
credibility.
In 1992 Remengesau was elected Vice President of Palau, the youngest Palauan ever to serve in national office.
He was re-elected as Vice President in 1996. As Vice President, he concurrently held the position of Minister of
Administration (Finance) helping the Republic gain membership in the International Monetary Fund and the
World Bank Group. He also helped lead Palau’s transition to an independent country in 1994.
President Remengesau was born on February 28, 1956, in Koror, Palau. As the eldest of eight children born to
Mr. Thomas O. Remengesau, Sr., and Ferista Esang Remengesau, “Tommy” has followed his father’s distinguished
career which included serving 12 years as Palau’s first District Administrator, as the Minister of Justice, and as Vice
President and President. President Remengesau and his wife Debbie have four children and two grandchildren.
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Candido Babauta Taman
Master of Micronesian Traditional Knowledge Honoris Causa
Candido Babauta Taman was born to Soledad Iguel Babauta (Sa’i) and Vicente
Olaitiman Taman on January 9, 1948. Like many Saipanese, he traces his genealogy
to both the late 19th century settlement of Chamorros from Guam (Sumay) and to
several 19th century migrations from Carolinian atolls surrounding Chuuk. His life
story is one of an individual who capitalized on a God-given aptitude for language and
music to become an effective and inspiring proponent of cultural revitalization in the
Marianas and throughout Micronesia.
Taman grew up in Saipan and was recognized for his extraordinary musical gifts
through his countless performances, singing and playing ukulele at school functions,
the church choir and community events. As a teen he sang popular American music
but he also learned more about traditional Chamorro and Carolinian music from
respected singers and songwriters including Benusto Kaipat and Tun Akin San Nicolas
(Katmelo).
At the age of sixteen, his elders gave him the Carolinian name “Soughulmwar,”
roughly translated by Taman as “twist things and put them in perspective.” The name
Candido Babauta Taman
recognized his ability to use language with subtlety and tact when approaching delicate
Master of Micronesian Traditional
issues. In 1976, amidst a resurgence in pride in traditional culture that accompanied
Knowledge Honoris Causa
Saipan’s transition from Trust Territory to Commonwealth, he employed his linguistic
and musical talents to write Chamorro and Carolinian songs in modern styles. Lyrics he wrote for his late 1970s bands
Tropicsette and Chamolinian addressed tensions within the Northern Marianas and promoted a syncretic “Chamolinian”
identity in which all Northern Marianas islanders could take pride.
On Guam, Taman is best known for his impact on 1980s Chamorro music with songs like “Patgon Nene,” “Pau Asu
Amerikanu” and “Triste Yo’” but during the 1980s and 1990s, Taman moved between Saipan, Guam and briefly, Chuuk.
During these years he became fluent in Chuukese and Pohnpeian and began writings songs in many of the indigenous
languages of Micronesia.
The 1982 song “Jesus I King” was his first Chuukese language recording while “Kom Fin Son” was the first commercial
music recording in the Kosraen language. In 1992, he recorded “Menlau,” a Pohnpeian language song that became popular
throughout the Northern Marianas. In 1995, he recorded “Yigo Akasasa,” perhaps the first pan-Micronesian hit. The rhythm
which Taman composed for the song has become a staple of contemporary Micronesian music. Through five albums with
Tropicsette and Chamolinian and 21 solo albums, Taman has helped develop a sound that is uniquely Micronesian and his
music has influenced musicians from Belau to the Marshall Islands.
Since the early 1980s, Taman has worked in various capacities for the CNMI government, even serving a term in the 15th
CNMI Legislature. However, he remains best known as a cultural authority and for his efforts to perpetuate language and
culture through music. In 1995 his skill was recognized when he was appointed to the boards of the CNMI Council of Arts
and Crafts and the Chamorro/Carolinian Language Commission. That year, he also helped found the CNMI chapter of the
Pacific Islands Bilingual Bicultural Association and served as interim president.
Since moving to Guam in 2010, Taman has continued to share his gifts through dozens of voluntary performances at island
public schools during Mes Chamorro and as a judge in the University of Guam’s annual Chamorro Language Competition.
Taman is a living archive of traditional Micronesian music, using his talent to bring traditional sounds into the contemporary
cultures of the region.
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Reserve Officers’ Training Corps
Newly Commissioned U.S. Army Officers
Second Lieutenant Raymond John I. Arazas
Academic Major: Bachelor of Science: Criminal Justice & Public
Administration
Minor: Military Science
Branch: Engineer Corps
Basic Officer Leaders’ Course: Unassigned
First Duty Assignment Location: Guam Army National Guard
Second Lieutenant Nilo Ray Cellona Colitoy
Academic Major: Bachelor of Science: Criminal Justice
Minor: Public Administration & Military Science
Branch: Military Police
Basic Officer Leaders’ Course: Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri
First duty Assignment: Active Duty, TBD
Second Lieutenant Roland Dowai
Academic Major: Bachelor of Science: Criminal Justice
Branch: Military Police
Basic Officer Leaders’ Course: Unassigned
First duty Assignment Location: United States Army Reserve
Second Lieutenant Christian Mariur Perez
Academic Major: Bachelor of Science: Criminal Justice
Minor: Public Administration
Branch: Military Police
Basic Officer Leaders’ Course: Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri
First duty Assignment Location: United States Army Reserve
Second Lieutenant Jeannelle A. Santos
Academic Major: Bachelor of Science: Criminal Justice
Minor: Public Administration
Branch: Unassigned
Basic Officer Leaders’ Course: Unassigned
First duty Assignment Location: United States Army Reserve
Second Lieutenant Rachel Felee S. Santos
Academic Major: Bachelor of Business Administration: Finance
& Economics Concentration
Minor: Military Science
Branch: Military Intelligence
Basic Officer Leaders’ Course: Fort Huachuca, Arizona
First duty Assignment Location: Guam Army National Guard
Second Lieutenant Wes M. Tomokane
Academic Major: Bachelor of Social Work
Minor: Military Science
Branch: Military Intelligence
Basic Officer Leaders’ Course: Fort Huachuca, Arizona
First duty Assignment Location: Guam Army National Guard
Second Lieutenant Sharmane Lynn Gentapanan Rodriguez
Academic Major: Bachelor of Science: Criminal Justice
Minor: Public Administration
Branch: Quarter Master Corps
Basic Officer Leaders’ Course: Fort Lee, Virginia
First duty Assignment Location: Active Duty, Wheeler Army
Airfield, Hawaii
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Degrees in Course
Spring 2014 Commencement
Candidates for Degree in Course
COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
Dr. James D. Sellmann, Dean
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Geraldine Ann Garcia Datuin
Mangilao
Anthropology
Angela Marie L.G. Moylan
Dededo
Anthropology
Mariana Christine Sanders
Chalan Pago
Anthropology
Jennifer Gamnang Yad
Mangilao
Anthropology
Candice Monique Bordallo Ananich
Yigo
Communication: Public Relations Track
Bianca Jude Aguon Cruz
Agana Heights
Communication: Communication Studies
Track
Manuel Lujan Cruz III
Mangilao
Communication: Public Relations and
Communication Studies Tracks
Jaydee Mendoza Damaso
Dededo
Communication: Public Relations and
Mass Media Tracks
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Vanessa P. Malumay
Dededo
Communication: Journalism and Mass
Media Tracks
Katrina Palanca
Dededo
Communication: Public Relations Track
Nona Antenorcruz Perez
Dededo
Communication: Communication Studies
Track
Joseph Anthony Fujikawa Chargualaf II
Yigo
English and Secondary Education
Melia Ha’ani Sablan Cruz
Dededo
English: Language Emphasis
Nicole Palacios Mendiola
Yigo
English: Language Emphasis
Shawna Nichole Tainatongo Bamba
Inarajan
English: Literature Emphasis
Krystyn M. Butler
Santa Rita
English: Literature Emphasis and
Secondary Education
Christian Jon Dydasco Camacho
Santa Rita
English: Literature Emphasis
Dennis Balolong Chan
Mangilao
English: Literature Emphasis
Jessecca Cleo Anderson Craig
Yigo
English: Literature Emphasis
Maria Olga Bejado Hernandez
Tamuning
English: Literature Emphasis
Gabrielle Nichole Langub Palmares
Agat
English: Literature Emphasis
Jerico John M. Sablada
Dededo
English: Literature Emphasis
William Balkrishna Sullivan
Mangilao
English: Literature Emphasis
Jezebel Christine Duplito
Ordot
Fine Arts: Art Track
Jonathan Wayne Chiba Cruz Camacho
Glaser
Agana Heights
Fine Arts: Music Track
Candidates for Degree in Course
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Continued...
Joyce-Lynn Rose Garbonera Torres
Barrigada
Fine Arts: Theater Track
Hage-Ae Redy Paul
Yona
Political Science
Derick Conrad Lizama Bascon
Inarajan
History
Isechal R. T. Remengesau
Palau
Political Science
Blaine A. Dydasco
Santa Rita
Political Science
Suzanne Joyce Beltran Bernardo
Mangilao
Psychology
Julie Jasmin
Tumon
Political Science
Cloanie Clarice King Chaco
Santa Rita
Psychology
Andrew Romolo Lujan Orsini II
Mongmong
Political Science
Jacqualine Banyan Fathal
Sinajana
Psychology and English & English as a
Second Language
Katherine A.A. Parkinson
Mongmong
Political Science
Alexa Marie Rojales
Barrigada
Sociology: Gender and Family, Social
Problems, and Developmental Studies
Concentrations
Alyssa Pareja Serafico
Mangilao
Sociology: Gender and Family, Social
Problems, and Developmental Studies
Concentrations
Dennis C. Reyes II
Barrigada
Psychology
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Candidates for Degree in Course
COLLEGE OF NATURAL AND APPLIED SCIENCES
Dr. Lee S. Yudin, Dean
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Tricia Mae Zapanta Caraig
Dededo
Biology with a double Major in Secondary
Education: General Science
Jisela Mari Virina Galino
Dededo
Computer Information Systems
Mark Joseph Acabado Burgos
Barrigada
Mathematics
Mark Mervin C. Mansanao
Barrigada
Computer Information Systems
Teah N. Donnauro
Dededo
Mathematics
Alan Brambila Paxtian
Dededo
Computer Information Systems
David William Jesus Gogue
Ordot
Mathematics
Brittany Eclavea Pereda
Sinajana
Computer Information Systems
Marchell Snaer Herreros
Mangilao
Mathematics and Criminal Justice
Jordan Zachary Fernandez Almoguera
Yigo
Computer Science
Michael Snaer Herreros
Mangilao
Mathematics
John Travis A. O’Connor
Dededo
Computer Science
Aljo Penuliar Nuque
Dededo
Mathematics
Jose Dante Sabado Santiago
Mangilao
Computer Science
Mariana Priscilla Perez Pangelinan
Mongmong
Mathematics
Joyce Marielle Santos
Dededo
Biology
Rozell Jenina Yolangco Marasigan
Dededo
Consumer and Family Science
Gerwin Guevarra Pineda
Dededo
Mathematics and Computer Science
Allen Marc Castro Soriano
Yigo
Biology
Remedios Marie Illuminada
Rosette Perez
Santa Rita
Consumer and Family Science
Katrina Marie Garrido Quinata
Merizo
Mathematics
April Nicole J. Cascasan
Mangilao
Biology
Jessica Marie DeBlieck
Dededo
Biology
Justin Ian C. Legaspi
Mongmong
Biology
Michael Angelo Basbas Natuel
Dededo
Biology
Kimberly A. Olivares
Santa Rita
Biology
Frank Camacho Roberto
Barrigada
Biology
Mary Rose Siojo Canlas
Yigo
Chemistry
Randy F. Dahilig
Dededo
Computer Information Systems
Julie Ann Joy Padlan Duatin
Mangilao
Computer Information Systems
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Alfredo Mendoza Tindugan
Dededo
Consumer and Family Science
Arjay Arceo Valencia
Yigo
Consumer and Family Science
Mark David F. Villaflores
Dededo
Consumer and Family Science
Ha’ani Rae Cruz Sabangan
Inarajan
Mathematics and Secondary Education
Reina Sachiana Negishi Shintaku
Barrigada
Mathematics
Kathreen Faye Salalila Yanit
Dededo
Mathematics
Candidates for Degree in Course
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) continued...
Andria Dominique Baleto Cruz
Santa Rita
Physical Education/School Health (PK-12)
Gary M. Baxter
Santa Rita
Tropical Agriculture: Applied Emphasis
Christopher Lopez Dela Cruz Jr.
Dededo
Physical Education/School Health (PK-12)
David Atalig Calvo, Jr.
Maina
Tropical Agriculture: Applied Emphasis
Calvin T. Fejeran
Toto
Physical Education/School Health (PK-12)
Johnedel H. Ducusin
Dededo
Tropical Agriculture: Applied Emphasis
Mario Antonio Martinez
Yona
Tropical Agriculture: Research Emphasis
Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.)
Lovelle Lea G. D’Lonsod
Maite
Jessika Garcia Dayrit
Dededo
Jean Silverio Dimaano
Dededo
Michael J. Gombar
Mangilao
Rosemary Laigeluw
Sinajana
Ronalyn Dingcong Magan
Agat
Joanna Garrido Naputi
Yona
Renaysha L. Pangelinan
Barrigada
Julian T. Sakisat
Mangilao
Aurea Kristina Herreria Tagudin
Mangilao
Frances Charmaine Sorioso Tomboc
Dededo
Wes Marty Tomokane
Mangilao
Camarin Elizabeth Duenas Shiroma
Yigo
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Candidates for Degree in Course
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Dr. Annette Taijeron Santos, Interim Dean
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)
Ivan Gerick N. Alcoran
Dededo
Accounting
Dawn Geraldine S. Pilarca
Dededo
Accounting
Dax Bahr
Santa Rita
Accounting
Christian Salvacion Rivera
Dededo
Accounting
Sierra M. Mendiola Castro
Dededo
Accounting
Jennica Felice Alfonso Silva
Dededo
Accounting
Benny Cabuag Dacanay
Yigo
Accounting
LolaLeen Sumang
Palau
Accounting
Felix Carlo Medina Dela Cruz
Mangilao
Accounting
Magdaline Rose Arriola
Merizo
Accounting and Human
Resource Management
Concentration
Katherine Kate T. Edgar
Mangilao
Accounting
Ritzmar Causaren Erni
Mangilao
Accounting
Anna Marie Manibusan
Golden
Mangilao
Accounting
Rodalynn Tumolva Ignacio
Dededo
Accounting
Briana J. Leben
Tamuning
Accounting
Solae Pascua Malig
Yigo
Accounting
Irene S. Mesa
Yigo
Accounting
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Chanel M. Fontbuena
Yigo
Accounting and Human
Resource Management
Concentration
Raymond J. E. Guevara
Sinajana
Accounting and Human
Resource Management
Concentration
Christian Paul N. Benitez
Yigo
Entrepreneurship
Concentration
Yung-Yu Lin
Agana
Entrepreneurship
Concentration
Franklin Perez Arriola Jr.
Dededo
Finance and Economics
Concentration
Matthew M. Carpio
Chalan Pago
Finance and Economics
Concentration
Wayne Thomas Chargualaf
Dededo
Finance and Economics
and Entrepreneurship
Concentrations
Sydney Rae Perez Leon
Guerrero
Tamuning
Finance and Economics
Concentration
Rannie Y. Lintag
Mangilao
Finance and Economics
Concentration
Desiree Quitugua
Yigo
Finance and Economics
Concentration
Michelle Ann San Agustin
Agana Heights
Finance and Economics
Concentration
Rachel Felee S. Santos
Dededo
Finance and Economics
Concentration
Angelina Tatyana Tretnoff
Mangilao
Finance and Economics
Concentration
Carlo B. Unpingco
Santa Rita
Finance and Economics
Concentration
Alan Ryo I. Villanueva
Dededo
Finance and Economics
and Entrepreneurshp
Concentrations
Persha Amparo Amaguin
Dededo
Human Resource Management
Concentration
Kristine P. Arcala
Yigo
Human Resource Management
and International Tourism
and Hospitality Management
Concentrations
Maria Lenore’ Bacani
Dededo
Human Resource Management
Concentration
Andrea Cayanan Carlos
Yigo
Human Resource Management
Concentration
Corina Jean Mendiola Cruz
Merizo
Human Resource Management
and Marketing Concentrations
Floralyn T. David
Tamuning
Human Resource Management
Concentration
Shiella Marie Anglo Jose
Dededo
Human Resource Management
Concentration
Jane Lavetoria Lamorena
Yigo
Human Resource Management
Concentration
Candidates for Degree in Course
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) Continued...
Hannah L. Malaca
Tumon
Human Resource Management
and Finance and Economics
Concentrations
Johertz Torres Marfega
Dededo
Human Resource Management
and International Tourism &
Hospitality Concentrations
Chareen Janielle Castro Millard
Santa Rita
Human Resource Management
Concentration
Skyyler N.A. Taitano
Ordot
Human Resource Management
Concentration
Meynard F. Nababos
Yona
International Tourism &
Hospitality Management and
Human Resource Management
Concentrations
Gilmore Visperas Rebujio
Yigo
International Tourism &
Hospitality Management
Concentration
Eileen Laureano Calleja
Dededo
Marketing Concentration
Renz Mark Angay Redolozo
Yigo
Marketing Concentration
Gabryel Marie Blas Franquez
Harmon
Marketing and Human
Resource Management
Concentrations
Maria-Darlyn Bulala Romulo
Santa Rita
Marketing Concentration
Ju Hee S. Kim
Tamuning
Marketing Concentration
Keo Del Adamos Torre
Mangilao
Marketing and Human
Resource Management
Concentrations
Kathleen Joyce Ramirez
Lamorena
Mangilao
Marketing Concentration
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Trinajae Manglona Apatang
Toto
Criminal Justice
Nilo Ray C. Colitoy
Yigo
Criminal Justice
Lebuu N. Gibbons
Mangilao
Criminal Justice
Raymond John I. Arazas
Yigo
Criminal Justice
Christian J. Cruz
Merizo
Criminal Justice
Janice Fagalleengin Giltamag
Chalan Pago
Criminal Justice
Rae Paolo Del Rosario Brigino
Agat
Criminal Justice
Clint Ryan Cruz
Barrigada
Criminal Justice
Andrew S. Guilliot
Agat
Criminal Justice
Michael A. Cachola
Yigo
Criminal Justice
Colleen Joy Cruz
Barrigada
Criminal Justice
Janayne D.A. Leon Guerrero
Dededo
Criminal Justice
Komekha Cadag
Dededo
Criminal Justice
Eudrich Ace Ambunan Cruz
Tamuning
Criminal Justice
Christian Y. Magtoto
Dededo
Criminal Justice
May Credo Camacho
Dededo
Criminal Justice and Public Administration
Roland Dowai
Mangilao
Criminal Justice
Nicole Paz Manibusan
Dededo
Criminal Justice
Jessica Marie Aguon Chaco
Sinajana
Criminal Justice
Paul John Alcoran Garcia
Dededo
Criminal Justice and Public Administration
Nikita Palacios Mendiola
Yigo
Criminal Justice
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Candidates for Degree in Course
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) continued...
Kimberly Anne Anciano Muña
Ordot
Criminal Justice
Corina Irene Taitano Paulino
Ipan, Talofofo
Criminal Justice
Jeannelle Arriola Santos
Dededo
Criminal Justice
Jimmy Ponapart
Mangilao
Public Administration
Kenzo C. Nakamura
Mangilao
Criminal Justice
Christian Mariur Perez
Mangilao
Criminal Justice
Richard Tambalo
Upper Tumon
Criminal Justice
Norman David Quidachay
Mongmong
Public Administration
Rosanna Jo Taitague O’Mallan
Ipan, Talofofo
Criminal Justice and Public
Administration
Mamaling Rose Reyes
Agat
Criminal Justice
Joshua Kowalski Togawa
Barrigada
Criminal Justice
Chelsey-Fenah Shimizu
Yona
Public Administration
Sharmane L.G. Rodriguez
Yigo
Criminal Justice
Christie Lyn Chargualaf
Talofofo
Public Administration
Diane Abueg Sablan
Dededo
Criminal Justice
Derick Baza Hills
Agat
Public Administration
Cyaundra Faustine Sayama
Shimizu
Yona
Public Administration
Bobby Tyler Onedera
Dededo
Criminal Justice and Public
Administration
Hannah Marie Pangelinan
Agana Heights
Criminal Justice and Public
Administration
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Candidates for Degree in Course
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
Dr. John S. Sanchez, Interim Dean
Bachelor of Arts in Education (B.A.E.)
Kelsey Monique Robles Dela
Cruz
Mangilao
Early Childhood Education
Rowena Santos Dela Cruz
Dededo
Early Childhood Education
Judith Sabangan Arida
Dededo
Elementary Education
Sandie R. Avilez
Sinajana
Elementary Education
Victoria Ann Braiel
Chuuk
Elementary Education
Krystal Nicole M. Castro
Mangilao
Elementary Education
Crystal Lyn Aguon Chaco
Yona
Elementary Education
Kevlyn Hebwer
Yona
Elementary Education
Jensleen S. Lukner
Pohnpei
Elementary Education
Rhonda Rensle
Pohnpei
Elementary Education
Linno Diosana Roxby
Dededo
Elementary Education
Iumileen Saimon
Pohnpei
Elementary Education
Ana Santos Leon Guerrero
Barrigada
Elementary Education:
Chamorro Language and
Culture Teaching Specialty
Erienne Elizabeth Artida Diaz
Dededo
Secondary Education: English
with Literature Emphasis
Gertrude Reyes Biliran
Dededo
Secondary Education: General
Science
Imelda Bautista Laroco
Dededo
Secondary Education:
Japanese Studies
Nicole A. Nadal
Agat
Secondary Education:
Language Arts
Alyssa Liezl Malinao Gimenez
Dededo
Secondary Education: Social
Studies
Anngelica Jae Santos Diego
Borja
Talofofo
Special Education
Benedict Nieto Notarte
Mangilao
Special Education
Cathleen Kotton Peter
Chalan Pago
Special Education
Roderick Viana Casas
Dededo
Teaching Physical Education
PK-12 Concentration
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Candidates for Degree in Course
SCHOOL OF NURSING AND HEALTH SCIENCES
Dr. Margaret Hattori-Uchima, Dean
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Gerard Joseph Aguon
Agat
Health Science: Exercise Science and
Health Promotion Concentration
Charleen Aflague Remotigue Hadap
Dededo
Health Science: Public Health
Concentration
Vener P. Raymundo
Dededo
Health Science: Public Health
Concentration
Catherine Camat Aquinde
Yigo
Health Science: Pre-Physical Therapy
Concentration
Terrence Alfred Acosta Lapitan
Yigo
Health Science: Public Health
Concentration
Deidre Marie Paulino Weakley
Ipan
Health Science: Exercise Science and
Health Promotion Concentration
John Christopher C. Cayton
Dededo
Health Science: Pre-Physical Therapy
Concentration
Anthony E. Martin
Mangilao
Health Science: Public Health
Concentration
Simone Nichole Willter
Yigo
Health Science: Pre-Physical Therapy
Concentration
Mya Duenas Gumabon
Mangilao
Health Science: Pre-Physical Therapy
Concentration
Jonathan Jose Tayama Muth
Dededo
Health Science: Pre-Physical Therapy
Concentration
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.)
Clarence Sison Alfonso
Dededo
Lheary Cabusi Cubacub
Dededo
Steven Sison Kasala
Dededo
Layla Ann Story
Barrigada
Carmencita Diaz-Atalig
Yigo
Mark Lester Cruz Cuenco
Dededo
Nicole Salgado Layson
Chalan Pago
Aleksandra Switala
Dededo
Anne Raquel Chavez Bacani
Yigo
Ronnie Cruz Cuenco
Dededo
Kimberly Reyes Moreno
Toto
Fides Amor Calilung Batac
Dededo
Peter Paul U. Cueto
Dededo
Norlan Mariano Ocampo
Dededo
Leandra Nicole Calanda
Vasquez
Yigo
Maelene Sekluk Blechel
Mangilao
Alyssa Brianne Cruz Gumabon
Yona
Vanessa Fontanilla Perez
Dededo
Maricar Zacarias Carpio
Yigo
Edward Lim Gungon
Mangilao
Michelle Valencia Pineda
Dededo
Jennifer Mae Luya Chy
Dededo
Pamela Renee Harris
Mongmong
Manilyn S. Salalila
Dededo
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Candidates for Degree in Course
GRADUATE STUDIES
Dr. John A. Peterson, Assistant Vice President,
Graduate Studies, Research and Sponsored Programs
GRADUATE PROGRAMS IN THE COLLEGE OF
LIBERAL ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
Master of Arts in English (M.A.)
John Michael Sarmiento
Mangilao
BA University of Guam
Master of Science in Clinical Psychology (M.S.)
Christine Damian Camacho
Barrigada
MS University of Guam
Camarin Andrea Guerrero
Meno
Maina
BA University of Guam
Bernadette Rose Meno
Matthews
Malojloj
BA University of Guam
Jason Raymond Taitano
Agana Heights
BA University of Guam
GRADUATE PROGRAMS IN THE COLLEGE OF
NATURAL AND APPLIED SCIENCES
Master of Science in Biology (M.S.)
David Ben Lacapa Benavente
Saipan
BS Eastern Oregon University
Maia Luz H. Raymundo
Mangilao
BA University of Guam
Master of Science in Environmental Science (M.S.)
David T. Vann
California
BS College of Charleston
GRADUATE PROGRAMS IN THE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
AND PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.)
Erika L. Anderson
Piti
BS University of Guam
Gian Camille P. Capati
Dededo
BS University of Guam
Stephen Cruz Ignacio
Barrigada
BS University of Guam
Torwan Laman
Mangilao
BBA University of Guam
Jasmine Sabrina Asuncion
Mangilao
BS Univ. of Hawaii at Manoa
Ealani Jenine Dydasco Flores
Yona
BA Univ. of Hawaii at Manoa
Christopher Kenty
Mangilao
BS University of Guam
Susan Lora
Tamuning
BS Jacksonvill University
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Candidates for Degree in Course
Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) continued...
Dafne Julene Taitague
Mansapit-Shimizu
Sinajana
BA University of Guam
Andrew B. Quitugua
Sinajana
BS University of Guam
Larisse Salazar
Dededo
BS De La Salle Univ
Masato Ushibata
Ngebekuu, Ngerbeched
BS University of Guam
Tyree Lamar Whitehead
Piti
MBA Wilmington College
Dee Leah Salii Udui
Mangilao
BS University of Guam
Joseph Leon Guerrero
Villagomez
Toto
BS University of Guam
Patrick Thomas Zerzan
Barrigada
BA Univ. of Washington
GRADUATE PROGRAMS IN THE SCHOOL EDUCATION
Master of Arts in Counseling (M.A.)
Beverly Grace Alave
Yigo
BA University of Guam
Marissa Blas Chan
Yigo
BA University of Guam
Rusell Sevilla Pangelinan
Sinajana
BS University of Phoenix
Leah Ann Tamondong Balansay
Dededo
BSW University of Guam
Merwin Gene Natividad
Martin
Tamuning
BAE University of Guam
Babyano Retuleilug
Mangilao
BAE University of Guam
Christopher Gabredo Cabrera
Saipan
BS Grand Canyon University
Leinani Matsue Quintanilla
Naholowa’a
Inarajan
BA University of Guam
David G. Robbins
Dededo
BS Univ. of Nevada, Las Vegas
Dionne Leon Guerrero
Shinohara
Mangilao
BS Portland State University
Michael Daniel Vigil
Sinajana
BA Pacific Islands University
Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.)
Geralyn Martinez Pimentel
Balbastro
Agat
Secondary Teaching:
Practioner
BA UCSD
Douglas Andrew Lauder
Talofofo
Secondary Teaching:
Practioner
BS Univ. of California, LA
Melissa Alcazaren Lyda
Dededo
Secondary Teaching:
Practioner
BA University of Guam
Ryan Quin Mata Napalan
Dededo
Secondary Teaching:
Practioner
MS San Jose State University
Master of Education (M.Ed.) with Specializations
Donny T. Castro
Yona
Administration and
Supervision
BAE University of Guam
Eric G. Dela Cruz
Talofofo
Administration and
Supervision
BAE & MED University of
Guam
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Nadine Claire Reyes Cruz
Merizo
Reading
BAE & MA University of Guam
Dick G. Pascua
Dededo
Secondary Education
BAE University of Guam
Stephane Camacho Lujan
Inarajan
Reading
BAE & MED University of
Guam
Jennifer A. Pulmones-Paz
Yigo
Secondary Education
BA University of Guam
Delores Taitano Quinata
Yona
Secondary Education
BBA University of Guam
Every effort is made to ensure this printed program is accurate with respect to degrees and honors conferred.
However, a certified transcript is the official proof of graduation.
Acknowledgements
The University of Guam and the Graduating Class of Spring 2014 are grateful for the cooperation and
generous support of the following individuals and organizations:
Office of the President
Office of the Senior Vice
President for Academic &
Student Affairs
Admissions & Records Staff
Learning Resources (R.F.K.Memorial Library)
CPT John Rigsbee
UOG Army ROTC
Color Guard
Plant Maintenance Staff
Field House Staff
Computer Center Staff
UOG Triton Bookstore Staff
Pastor Paul Pineda
Interpreter: Jeannie Hollis
Guam Territorial Band
Group 4 Securicorp (G4S)
Flower Girl
Father Michael Jucutan
Spring 2014 Commencement Committee
Remy Cristobal
Interim Dean, Enrollment
Management & Student Services,
Chairperson
Joan Swaddell
Enrollment Management &
Student Services
Christine Mabayag
President’s Office
Angel C. Petros
Learning Resources
Janet San Nicolas
Admissions & Records Office
Julie Pangelinan
College of Natural &
Applied Sciences
Charlene Tenorio
Senior Vice President’s Office
Susan J. Fejarang
Enrollment Management &
Student Services
Jonas D. Macapinlac
Integrated Marketing
Communications
Diana R. Sablan
Enrollment Management &
Student Services
Dr. Michael Griffin
College of Liberal Arts & Social
Sciences
Louise M. Toves
President’s Office
David Okada
Planning Office
Jude Camemo
Field House
Felix Mansapit
Safety Administrator
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The National Anthem
Lyrics by Francis Scott Key
Oh! Say, can you see, by the dawn’s early light,
What so proudly we hailed at the twilight’s last gleaming?
Whose broad stripes and bright stars, thro’ the perilous fight,
O’re the ramparts we watched were so gallantly streaming.
And the rockets’ red glare, the bombs bursting in air,
Gave proof thro’ the night that our flag was still there.
Oh!, Say does that star-spangled banner yet wave
O’re the land and of the free and the home of the brave?
The Guam Hymn
Ramon Manalisay Sablan, M.D. (1934)
Translated to Chamorro by Lagrimas Untalan
Fanoghe Chamorro put it tano’-ta
Kanta I matuna-na gi todu I lugat.
Para I honra, para I gloriha
Abiba I isla, sin parat.
Para I honra, para I gloriha
Abiba I isla, sin parat.
U todu I tiempo I pas para hita
Yan ginen I langet na bendesion.
Kontra I piligru, na’fansafu ham
Yu’os protehi I isla Guåhån.
Kontra I piligru, na’fansafu ham
Yu’os protehi I isla Guåhån.
University Alma Mater
Music by R. Mannoni
On the shore of the Western Pacific
Stands our Alma Mater true.
We’ll long retain the memories
Of the days we spent with you.
In the warmth of the island magic,
We will return some day.
Join in and sing a song of praise.
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Hail, oh hail.
Hail, oh hail.
Our University.