Schmitt graduates from West Point

Cadet Timothy Schmitt, son of Edward and Elizabeth Smith of Baldwinsville, graduated from the U.S. Military Academy on Saturday, June 13. 

Schmitt graduated from Christian Brothers Academy in 2016. While at West Point, he concentrated his studies in mechanical engineering. He was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army within the Aviation branch and will report to Fort Rucker, Alabama, for his first assignment.

Dwyer receives Chancellor’s Award

Megan Dwyer, a 2016 C.W. Baker High School graduate and graduating senior at the University at Buffalo (UB) was recently recognized as a recipient of the 2020 State University of New York Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence. This award recognizes students for their distinguished achievements and is the highest honor bestowed upon a student by the State University of New York. This year, 213 students from 64 campuses were recognized with this award. Nominations are sought for students who have best demonstrated and have been recognized for their integration of academic excellence with other aspects of their lives including leadership, campus involvement, community service, arts (creative or performing), athletics, and/or career achievement.

According to Kristina M. Johnson, Chancellor of the State University of New York, “These students are some of the most exceptional individuals across the State University of New York system. They excel academically and go to great lengths to give back to their campus and its community through their service. Among our more than 415,500 students system wide, these individuals serve as role models through their many roles: academics, athletes, volunteers, and innovators. Their many achievements are a testament to their drive and hard work, which is enhanced by the support of their family, friends, and campus community. Their success is a source of great pride for us all.”

Dwyer graduated in May 2020 with a bachelor of science degree in biological sciences. During her time at UB, Dwyer has conducted research in the Department of Biotechnical and Clinical Laboratory Sciences, the Department of Biological Sciences and at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center. In her free time, Dwyer volunteers with Danceability, a movement program for individuals with special needs. In the fall, Dwyer will attend Massachusetts General Hospital’s Institute for Health Professionals in Boston, Massachusetts, in pursuit of a master of science degree in genetic counseling.

Ramin receives Civic Engagement Award

Meredith Ramin, a 2018 graduate of Baker High School and rising junior at Nazareth College, is a recipient of one of the President’s Civic Engagement Awards for 2020. 

This collection of awards recognize the personal commitments Nazareth students, faculty, and staff make towards leading a civically engaged life, working for social justice, and inspiring others to become caring, active, and informed members of our society. Nazareth also recognizes the integral role the college’s community partners play in co-educating our students and supporting their community engagement.

Ramin is a member of the Class of 2022 and is an English and adolescent inclusive education major. She serves in the Partners for Learning Program where she provides assistance within a second grade classroom in the Rochester City School District. Ramin also serves as a peer mentor for the Academic and College Success course, actively participates in the Best Buddies Program, and is student director for the Oak Tree Food Pantry. She continues to volunteer for Project Homeless Connect, Kiwansa Club Turkey Trot, OXFAM Hunger Banquet and the Breast Cancer Walk

Yates named to Upstate dean’s list

Gabrielle “Ellie” Yates, a 2016 graduate of Baker High School and May 2020 graduate of the College of Health Professions at SUNY Upstate, was named to the dean’s list with a grade point average of 4.0 for the spring 2020 semester.

Yates, who has a bachelor’s degree in medical technology, is employed by Upstate’s microbiology department, where she performs testing for COVID-19 and other illnesses.