Celebrating Our 51��Graduates

From their outstanding academic and co-curricular achievements during their time at 51��to their post-Roger plans, 51��is very proud to celebrate our graduates. In these stories, learn how an 51��education has shaped their futures.

Double Major Credits Faculty Mentorship, Leadership Opportunities with Soaring to Success
April 29, 2024 By Jordan Durfee ’24
Drawing from her Graphic Design Communications and Creative Writing studies and internship at Nickelodeon, senior Lucero Blanco aims for a career in animation.
Student-Athlete Credits General Education Program for Discovering his Passion for Political Science
April 23, 2024 By Jordan J. Phelan '19
Headed to the Marine Corps, senior Will Madigan-Kolstad brings a unique blend of cultural understanding and academic rigor to his pursuit of excellence in military intelligence.
Undergraduate Research Paved the Way for Ph.D.-Bound Graduate
April 23, 2024 By Jordan Durfee ’24
Senior Casidhe Hughes shares how diving deep into research in the Wet Lab has set her up to soar in her next endeavor.
Psychology, CJ Double Major Headed to Graduate School to Study Leadership and Administration
April 19, 2024 By Grace Boland
Senior Scout McBride credits her interdisciplinary education and internship opportunities with helping her find her path.
With an Individualized Major, a Creative Visionary Navigates Interdisciplinary Frontiers
April 17, 2024 By Jordan J. Phelan '19
At the intersection of art and storytelling, senior Will Nichols overcame adversity to craft a powerful combination that encompassed his numerous passions.
Criminal Justice Grad Inspired to Keep Communities Safe as Criminal Investigator
April 16, 2024 By Grace Boland
Receiving his bachelor’s in Criminal Justice with the Class of 2024 in May, Sam Trieber is only a few months away from also earning his master’s in the 4+1 Criminal Justice program
Accomplished Engineering Student Reflects on Career-Building Opportunities
April 8, 2024 By Grace Boland
Over the past four years, senior Viannely Francisco has interned internationally, presented her research at a national conference, and started a STEM club for students of color at RWU
Center for Advanced Financial Education Leader Hired as Audit Accountant for Global Firm
May 15, 2023 By Melanie Thibeault
Jacquelyn Beaulieu ’23, a Finance and Accounting double major, has accepted a position as an audit accountant for RSM US LLP, part of a global network of independent audit, tax, and consulting firms, in their Boston office.
Exploring Criminal Justice Paths Helped Ph.D.-Bound Grad Find Passion for Research
May 12, 2023 By Melanie Thibeault
Jacob Balzarini ’22, M’23, who is graduating from the Criminal Justice 4+1 Master’s Program, plans to pursue his Ph.D. in Criminology.
Unique Aquatic Diagnostic Lab Internship Prepares Grad for Biomedical Forensic Sciences Program
May 12, 2023 By Melanie Thibeault
Emma Morin ’23, a Forensic Science major and Criminal Justice minor, will attend Boston University for its M.S. in Biomedical Forensic Sciences program.