Congratulations, Dyson Class of 2018 graduates!

May 31, 2018 By: Katelyn Godoy

Graduates of the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management were celebrated at the Dyson Graduate Recognition Ceremony and reception on Saturday, May 26. Congratulations to our award winners and newest alumni!

Photo of Maddie leading the procession — Madeleine Roglich ’18 leads her classmates to the Dyson Graduate Recognition Ceremony

Graduate Recognition Ceremony highlights

Photo of Dale speaking at a podium — Dale Grossman, director of undergraduate advising and senior lecturer, delivers opening welcome and remarks

210 undergraduate degrees

Bachelor of Science in applied economics and management

Photos of graduates walking to their seats

Photo of Maddie speaking at a podium — Madeleine Roglich ’18, recipient of the Spirit of Dyson Award, addresses her Class of 2018 peers

45 graduate degrees

21 Master of Professional Studies in applied economics and management
13 Master of Science degrees
11 Doctor of Philosophy degrees

Photo of Jakina speaking at a podium — Jakina Rian Debnam, PhD ’18, honored as the Graduate School symbol banner bearer, speaks to Dyson graduates

Lynn Perry Wooten speaking at the podium

Lynn Perry Wooten, the David J. Nolan Dean and professor of management and organizations, addresses graduates

“You all know well that our mission at the Dyson School is to use business for the greater good. Our motto says it all: Our business is a better world. This phrase means different things to different people. Remember that you stand on the shoulders of giants. Every day Dyson alumni make it their mission to use business for a better world.”
Dean Lynn Wooten

Dean Wooten shared with students the concepts she aims to incorporate into her life each day:

Be relentless in your pursuit of knowledge
Be bold, dare to show up different and have fun
Be kind
Persevere
Lead by example

Photo of women graduates sitting on the bleachers

“Today, we are all here to celebrate you. We reflect on everything you have accomplished. As you leave Cornell and begin your next big adventure, remember this: Whatever your business, whatever your dream, use it to leave the world a better place. Success will surely follow.”
Dean Lynn Wooten