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Students Inducted into Omicron Delta Kappa National Honor Society

Published: May 05, 2023 | Categories: All News
Faculty and students with OKD award statue

Western New England University proudly announces the induction of 42 exceptional students into the prestigious Omicron Delta Kappa national honor society. The induction ceremony took place on May 4th at the University's Campus Center, marking a momentous occasion in the academic and leadership journeys of these talented individuals.

Omicron Delta Kappa is a renowned leadership honor society that recognizes and fosters achievement in various areas, including scholarship, athletics, campus or community service, social and religious activities, campus government, journalism, speech and mass media, and creative and performing arts. This distinguished honor society inspires and encourages students to excel in all aspects of their lives, developing well-rounded individuals poised to make a positive impact in their communities and beyond.

One of the highlights of this year's induction ceremony was the appointment of Dr. Robert E. Johnson as a new Honoris Causa member of Omicron Delta Kappa. Dr. Johnson's outstanding contributions to leadership and academia make him a deserving addition to this esteemed society. His dedication and commitment to fostering excellence align perfectly with Omicron Delta Kappa's mission of nurturing future leaders.

Joining Dr. Johnson in this momentous achievement, the following Western New England University students were also inducted into Omicron Delta Kappa: 

Fall 2022

Erin Brush of Wethersfield CT is a Junior majoring in Sociology
Emmy Burns of Billerica MA is a Junior majoring in Accounting
Maria Butrimas of Berlin CT is a Junior majoring in Political Science
Emily Campbell of Goffstown NH is a Senior with two majors, Neuroscience & Biology
Adeline Ford of West Brookfield MA is a Junior majoring in Health Sciences
Kelsey Gallant of Berlin CT is a Junior majoring in Law and Society
Emilia Garcia of Fair Lawn NJ is a Junior majoring in Psychology
Faith Graveline of North Attleboro MA is a Junior majoring in Pharmaceutical Business
Carina Joslin of Cohoes NY is a Junior majoring in Psychology
Alexandra Karpinski of Wilbraham MA is a Junior with two majors, Accounting & Finance
David Kasper of Hebron CT is a Senior majoring in Business Analytics & Information Management
Leah Mikkelson of Norwich CT is a Senior majoring in Biomedical Engineering
Safia Muftic of Longmeadow MA is a Junior majoring in Math
Taryn Padilla of New Bedford MA is a Senior majoring in Secondary Education and Mathematical Sciences
Brendan Poole of Springfield MA is a Junior majoring in Computer Science
Loredana Randazzo of Agawam  MA is a Junior majoring in Psychology
Olivia Richardson of Voorheesville NY is a Senior majoring in Psychology
Kylie Rodrigues of Wilbraham MA is a Senior majoring in Criminal Justice
Irankunda Roza of Springfield MA is a Senior with two majors, Marketing Communication/Advertising and Management & Leadership
Nicholas Tartsinis of Colchester CT is a Senior majoring in Law & Society
James Typrowicz of Agawam MA is a Junior majoring in Actuarial Science 

Spring 2023
President Robert E. Johnson, Honoris Causa

Zoe Bozzay – a Business Analytics & Information Management major from Escondido, CA
Matthew Brennan – a Biomedical Engineering major from Southington, CT
Aaron Cole – a Finance major from Forestdale, MA
Katarina DaSilva – a Pre-Optometry Health Sciences major from Oakland, RI
Julia Ferrentino – an Accounting and Finance double major from East Longmeadow, MA
Caitlin Friscia – a Health Science and Psychology double major from Hampton, NY
Naressa Kempadoo – a Health Sciences major from Holyoke, MA
Brianna Lanci – a Marketing Communication/Advertising major from Southington, CT
Nathan Miller – a Mechanical Engineering major from Winthrop, MA
Carolyn Mills – a Marketing Communications/Advertising and Public Relations double major from Westport, DE
Megan Morrissey – a Health Science major from Middleboro, MA
Noah Perrault – a Business Analytics & Information Management major from Dalton, MA
Isabella Procida – a Health Sciences major from Lake Ronkonkoma, NY
Patrick Riley – a Political Science major from Thomaston, CT
Antonio Russo – a Pharmacy major from Agawam, MA
Eleftheria Siolas – a Marketing major from Carmel, NY
Megan Spedaliere – a Psychology major from Ossining, NY
Emily Wambach – a Biomedical Engineering major from Auburn, MA
Zoey Wexler – a Forensic Chemistry major from Manchester, CT
Angelina White – a Political Science major from Hunlock Creek, PA
Sedona Wikar – a Pharmacy major from Ludlow, MA

These exemplary students have demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities and accomplishments in their respective fields of study, reflecting the core values of Omicron Delta Kappa.

Western New England University commends these individuals for their remarkable achievements and congratulates them on their induction into Omicron Delta Kappa. Their commitment to academic excellence, leadership, and service inspires the entire university community and sets a shining example for future generations of scholars and leaders.