Paramus Graduates Receive Diplomas from Berkeley College
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Friday, August 27, 2021
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PARAMUS GRADUATES RECEIVE DIPLOMAS
FROM BERKELEY COLLEGE
Graduates from Paramus in Bergen County, NJ, received diplomas during the Berkeley College Commencement ceremony, held on Thursday, May 27, 2021, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ. At the ceremony, Berkeley College honored the achievements of 1,800 graduates.
“Through all the challenges of the last year you have persevered,” said Michael J. Smith, President of Berkeley College. “I am very proud of each of you for your persistent determination during this time.”
The following graduates from Paramus were awarded diplomas from Berkeley College:
- Rakesh Acharya,* Bachelor of Science in Information Technology Management
- Michael Chester,* Associate in Applied Science in Business Administration – Management
- Lenicha Fernandez,* Practical Nurse Certificate
- Susy Medina, Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies
- Jailene Santos,* Bachelor of Science in Justice Studies – Criminal Justice
Berkeley College celebrates its 90th anniversary in 2021. The theme commemorating this milestone is “Empowering Lives for 90 Years!” Visit the 90th Anniversary webpage for more information. Graduates of the Berkeley College Class of 2021 join a network of more than 65,000 Berkeley College alumni eligible to receive lifetime career assistance.
About Berkeley College
Berkeley College, founded in 1931, is a career-focused institution accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education that offers students Master’s, Bachelor’s, and Associate’s degree and Certificate programs in more than 20 career fields. The College also offers continuing education programs to enhance career credentials.
Berkeley College has campuses in Newark, Paramus, Woodbridge and Woodland Park, NJ, and in Midtown Manhattan, NY, with more than 4,900 students enrolled. In addition, Berkeley College Online® serves a global population. U.S. News & World Report has named Berkeley College among the Best Colleges for Online Bachelor’s Programs and among the Best Online Bachelor’s Programs for Veterans, for eight consecutive years. The website address is http://www.BerkeleyCollege.edu
The mission of Berkeley College is to empower students to achieve lifelong success in dynamic careers.
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* Denotes students graduating with honors