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Janessa Barrett
  • Class of 2014
  • Wrentham, MA

Janessa Barrett Awarded Diploma from Assumption College

2014 Jun 17

Janessa Barrett was awarded a Bachelor's degree at Assumption College's 97th Commencement ceremony on May 17, 2014. Janessa graduated with a major in Psychology and a double minor in Writing and Sociology. Thousands of fellow students, their families and friends, and other special guests were on hand to celebrate this achievement.

In his welcoming remarks to the Class of 2014, President Cesareo shared, "As you prepare to go forth from Assumption where your education has fostered a nobility of character, a mind open to infinite beauty, and a heart that banishes selfishness, along with the faculty, staff, and administration I congratulate you on all that you have accomplished and I challenge you to take what you have learned to lead a life beyond the self by contributing your time and talent in service to the community so as to create a better world for future generations.

"At some point during your journey of these past four years, within each of you, a spark ignited a flame. A flame of duty, a flame of knowledge and a flame of passion for your chosen field. Allow that flame to be the light that others follow, for others to emulate. Be the light in the darkness of the world."

Hogan spoke of the need for the graduates to become courageous leaders in their community and to always act "in the service of the truth."

In her valedictory address, Leduc, a psychology major, told her fellow graduates, "Our Assumption education has equipped us to assess the deeper meaning and the significance of our actions and experiences. It has challenged us to be better people, not just better students.

"Many of us have accomplished things that benefit or serve others, while simultaneously enriching ourselves, such as working for a political campaign, going on a SEND trip, and volunteering through the Reach Out Center," she continued. "When you consider all that you have done--all that we have done as a class--it is astounding."