Spring 2026 News Archive

Seeking Student Commencement Speakers Ceyla Mentis speaks at Commencement.

02/06/2026 - The 海角社区 72nd Commencement is scheduled for Friday, May 8 and Saturday, May 9 with five ceremonies celebrating bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree recipients. Once again this year, the University is seeking student speakers through a nomination process open to all members of the campus community. Students may also self-nominate.

Countdown to Commencement 2026: Lily Gottstine Lily Gottstine

02/02/2026 - This week’s featured student in the “Countdown to Commencement” series is Lily Gottstine, a biology major nominated by Jonathan Schott, director of campus ministry programs.

Summer Fellows Research Program Dominic Tabechian conducts research in 海角社区's lab.

01/30/2026 - 海角社区’s Summer Fellows Research Program offers undergraduate students an opportunity to engage in faculty-mentored research in a variety of disciplines and multidisciplinary collaborations and has been a catalyst for some students’ research careers.

Philanthropy Supports Two Endowed Scholarships Aerial view of the 海角社区 campus in fall.

01/30/2026 - A gift from former 海角社区 parents, given in memory of their daughter, established a scholarship for education students with a passion for community service, while another gift from an accounting alumnus created a scholarship for students pursuing the same path.

U.S. News & World Report Ranks 海角社区 Graduate Programs Among 2026 Best Online Programs US News & World Report Best Online Program

01/27/2026 - Several 海角社区 online graduate programs have been ranked among the 2026 Best Online Programs by U.S. News & World Report.

Countdown to Commencement 2026: Jason Weng Jason Weng

01/26/2026 - This week’s featured student in the Countdown to Commencement series is Jason Weng, an accounting student nominated by Dr. Dan Connolly, dean of the School of Business.

Leadership Excellence at 海角社区: A New Chapter for Student Growth Leadership Excellence at 海角社区 in script bubble letters.

01/23/2026 - This spring, the Office of Student Engagement and Leadership is launching a new initiative designed to help students grow as confident, collaborative leaders. The program, Leadership Excellence at 海角社区 (LEAF), is open to all undergraduate students.

Sabourin Among Class of 2026 Apple Distinguished Educators Katie Sabourin promoting the effective use of the iPads in teaching and learning.

01/23/2026 - Katie Sabourin, assistant vice president of digital learning at 海角社区, has been recognized by Apple as a Class of 2026 Apple Distinguished Educator.

Spring Gallery Show: Washed in Ruby Light, An Exhibition by Paloma Barhaugh-Bordas Artwork by Paloma Barhaugh-Bordas.

01/22/2026 - This spring, the Patricia O’Keefe Ross Gallery will feature solo exhibition “Washed in Ruby Light,” by artist, educator, and activist Paloma Barhaugh-Bordas.

Closing the Gap in IDD Care: New E-Learning Program Empowers Primary Care Providers A healthcare provider uses a stethoscope to listen to a heart.

01/21/2026 - New modules equip NPs and PAs to improve outcomes for vulnerable populations.

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