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GRADUATES

Erin Gardner of Hilliards graduated cum laude with a degree in psychology from the University of Pittsburgh.She works as a milieu therapist at the Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic in Pittsburgh.

<B>Kellie Umpirowicz</B> graduated with a bachelor of science degree in textile and apparel merchandising from West Virginia University.While at the university, she was a member of the Phi Upsilon Omicron and the Gamma Beta Phi honorary societies; the National Society of Collegiate Scholars, for which she served as treasurer; and the Fashion Business Association.The daughter of Steve and Kathy Umpirowicz of Forward Township, she is a 2001 graduate of Seneca Valley Senior High School.Umpirowicz is currently working for Hugo Boss Corporate in New York City.

<B>Susan Carney</B> graduated with high distinction, receiving a bachelor's degree in elementary/kindergarten and early childhood education from Penn State University.While at the university, she was named to the dean's list every semester. She was a majorette with the Blue Band and a member of the Golden Key International Honor Society.She was the recipient of the Class of 1922 Memorial Scholarship, the Donald V. and Jane Brader Shattuck Scholarship for Excellence in Education and the 2002 U.S. Achievement Academy National Award.The daughter of David and Linda Carney of Saxonburg, she has been nominated for the university's outstanding student teacher award for the 2004-2005 school year.

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