Photo Credit: Stockton Photography

The Pace University women's lacrosse team advanced to the semifinal round of the 2023 Division II Women's Lacrosse Tournament, defeating Adelphi University 14-5 to win the East Regional Championship Sunday, May 14 at Pace Stadium.

Pace (19-2, 12-0 NE10) was in control from the opening draw, shutting out the Panthers (11-8, 8-4 NE10) in the first quarter while scoring six times. The Setters got a goal in the first minute from grad student midfielder Aleya Corretjer (Thiells, N.Y./North Rockland), then just over two minute later got another from senior attack Jolie Urraro (Sayville, NY/Connetquot) to take a 2-0 lead. After grad student midfielder Kayla Conway (Wantagh, NY/Wantagh) put one in just past the five-minute mark to extend the lead to three, junior midfielder Angelina Porcello (Eastchester, NY/Eastchester) scored the first of her two first-quarter goals. With just under six minutes left, Urraro picked up her second, followed by another from Porcello as Pace took a 6-0 lead into the second quarter.

Porcello picked up where she left off to start the second, scoring her third of the day to make it 7-0. Senior attack Sydney Juvelier (Centereach, NY/Centereach) found the back of the net with 10:52 remaining in the period as the Setters went ahead by eight goals. The Panthers got a pair of goals by Kerrin Heuser and Alexandra Leggio to narrow Pace's lead to six, but Porcello came back with another to make it a 9-2 game heading into halftime.

Juvelier scored her second of the day at the 1:01 mark of the third, pushing the Pace lead back up to eight. Minutes later, Heuser tallied her second of the day for Adelphi, and a goal by Danielle Marino with 2:33 remaining gave the visitors another goal as they held the Setters off the board for the rest of the third following Juvelier's early goal.

With Pace leading 10-4 to start the fourth quarter, grad student midfielder Emma Rafferty (Bay Shore, NY/Islip) got on the board with her first of the day just over a minute in. Right before the midway point of the quarter, Corretjer scored her second, and Conway scored back-to-back goals for the Setters to extend the lead to 14-4 with 3:01 to go. Adelphi added a late goal by Izzy Grant, but Pace took a 14-5 victory to advance to the NCAA Tournament Semifinal.

Corretjer, Porcello and Conway tied for the team lead with five points, while freshman goalkeeper Samantha Tanguay (Baldwinsville, NY/C.W. Baker) got the win in net, making five saves.

Up Next

Pace moves on to Indianapolis, Ind. for the National Semifinal. The game will take place Friday, May 19, against Florida Southern at 7:30 p.m.

Accessing your tickets, when to arrive, where to park, what to eat, and so much more. You've got questions and we've got answers. Get ready to walk, grads.

• Accessing Your Tickets
• When to Arrive
• How to Get In
• What to Wear
• Transportation
• Parking
• Accessibility
• Food and Drink
• Rain Plan

Accessing Your Tickets

We know there are a lot of questions about receiving, accessing, and transferring your tickets to your guests. We’ve created a special FAQ section with detailed instructions and information to help you get the info you need. We are still distributing tickets—if you registered late or are on the waitlist, keep checking the Pace email you used to register.

When To Arrive

Graduating students should plan to arrive one hour before their scheduled ceremony start time. Graduates and guests with ADA needs should plan to arrive 1.5–2 hours prior to their ceremony start time.

• 9:45 a.m.–11:15 a.m. | Elisabeth Haub School of Law | Louis Armstrong Stadium
• 10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.| Lubin School of Business | Arthur Ashe Stadium
• 12:15 p.m.–1:30 p.m. | Main Ceremony | Arthur Ashe Stadium
• 2:15 p.m.–4:45 p.m. | College of Health Professions and Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems | Louis Armstrong Stadium
• 2:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.| Dyson College of Arts and Sciences and School of Education | Arthur Ashe Stadium

How To Get In

All graduates and guests must present a ticket for entry into the USTA complex at the East Gate. If you have ADA parking or drop-off/pick-up passes, please enter through the West Gate.

Be sure to access your tickets via NTC Ticketmaster Account Manager in advance and save them on your mobile device. If you are transferring tickets to your guests, they also need to access and save them in advance.

If you or your guest(s) do not have a mobile device or are otherwise unable to access your tickets digitally, you will still be able to enter. Speak to staff upon arrival.

What To Wear

Dress to the nines and make sure to bring your cap and gown! If you're feeling extra flashy, wear it to the venue. No idea how to put it on? We got you. Pace staff will be onsite to help grads robe up.

Real talk: The venue is BIG. You’ll be doing a lot of walking, so consider comfy shoes or at least a pair to change into.

Transportation

Subway: The 7 train provides service from Grand Central Terminal to Mets-Willets Point Station, including connections for all Metro-North Trains from Westchester and Connecticut. Service is also available from the Port Authority Bus Terminal.

Long Island Railroad: LIRR provides easy service to Mets-Willets Point Station from Woodside, and convenient connections from Penn Station for New Jersey Transit customers. For guests with disabilities, get off the LIRR train at 61st Street-Woodside Station and transfer to the 7 train. Take the 7 train to Mets-Willets Point Station.

Parking

Event parking is at Citi Field, located next to the USTA complex. USTA recommends using Grand Central Parkway exit 9E or Whitestone Expressway Exit 13D for the shortest route to available parking lots.

Upon arrival, lot attendants will direct you to the appropriate area.

There is a $40.00 charge for parking and cash is not accepted.

Accessibility

Some of our grads and their guests may have questions regarding ADA and accessibility. We’ve created a special FAQ section with detailed instructions and information to help you get the info you need.

Food and Drink

The USTA's Grounds and Food Village will be open from 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; cash is not accepted.

Bottle re-filling stations are available throughout the USTA complex. Bring your refillable bottles to stay hydrated!

Rain Plan

Commencement takes place rain or shine. Both Arthur Ashe and Louis Armstrong stadiums will be covered in the event of inclement weather, so grads and their guests can stay dry. Check the weather closer to the event date and bring an umbrella in case of rain.

Still don't have the info you need? Visit the Commencement website.

On Friday, April 14, the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University presented its triennial Pace International Law Review Symposium and its annual Dyson Lecture. The theme of the symposium was 21^st Century Conflict: International Law and the War in Ukraine. The Dyson Lecture, entitled The United States and Ukraine: One Year On, was delivered by Professor Monica Hakimi, the William S. Beinecke Professor of Law at Columbia Law School.

The Pace International Law Review (PILR) Symposium (PDF) was a full-day event organized by the PILR board with the support of PILR faculty advisors Professor Alexander Greenawalt and Professor Smita Narula. Opening remarks were delivered by PILR Editor-in-Chief, Alexandra Tamburrino, and Managing Editor Bailey Andree. The symposium’s themes were explored through three panels featuring experts in international law and related fields. The panels focused respectively on regulating war, on prosecuting international crimes, and on human rights and the environment Each panel was moderated by an expert on the topic at hand and featured renowned scholars. A full list of panelists can be accessed on the agenda for the day.

In between the lively panel discussions, a highlight of the conference was the presentation of the Dyson Lecture by Professor Monica Hakimi. Haub Law Dean Horace Anderson introduced Professor Hakimi noting her expertise in international law, both as an academic and a practitioner. Professor Hakimi’s scholarship is widely published in prestigious journals and law reviews including the American Journal of International Law, Michigan Law Review, Yale Journal of International Law, and more. Recently, she was elected co-editor-in-chief of the American Journal of International Law.

During her lecture, Professor Hakimi asked important and significant questions about the future of the United States’ involvement in international conflict in relation to Russia, the Ukraine, China, and beyond. Speaking on the United States, she asked, “What international agenda should we prioritize? How should we go about achieving them? What steps should we take to make sure that we don’t suddenly pull the rug out from those who have for decades depended on or organized themselves around our massive weight?” She added that these same questions should frame the research agenda for international lawyers for years to come and should include questions about how legal institutions and arrangements should be preserved, adapted, or discarded for a world with potentially very different geopolitical dynamics.

Following the symposium was a reception where students, faculty, panelists, and attendees had the opportunity to continue their conversations and network with one another.

Edited and published by students, the Pace International Law Review is a periodical journal devoted to the publication of scholarly materials concerning both public and private international law. Content from the Pace International Law Review may be found on the law review web site. The law review also maintains the Pace International Law Review Blog with continually-updated content on international topics. This year, several panelists plan to publish papers with PILR based on their remarks during this symposium.

The Dyson Distinguished Lecture was endowed in 1982 by a gift from the Dyson Foundation made possible through the generosity of the late Charles H. Dyson, a 1930 graduate, trustee, and long-time benefactor of Pace University. The principal aim and object of the Dyson Distinguished Lecture is to encourage and make possible scholarly legal contributions of very high quality in furtherance of Haub Law's educational mission.

Pace University’s Elisabeth Haub School of Law is once again ranked number one in the country for Environmental Law by the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings, released today.

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This is the third year in a row, and the fourth time in five years, that Haub Law has received the number one ranking for Environmental Law, marking the latest major success for the school’s Environmental Law Program. With a global footprint and consistently rated among the very best in the country, the program continues to recruit top faculty, generate top scholarship in the field, establish leading-edge programs to address the most pressing environmental challenges, and attract students who seek to become the environmental law leaders of the future.

“Congratulations to the faculty, students, and staff of the Elisabeth Haub School of Law on once again being recognized as the best environmental law program in the country,” said Pace University President Marvin Krislov. “This third consecutive No. 1 ranking confirms what we at Pace have long known: that the scholarship, innovation, and advocacy for the environment at Haub Law are simply unmatched, as is the commitment to solving today’s most pressing environmental challenges. This also underscores Pace University’s commitment to environmental issues, where we remain grateful to the Haub family for their ongoing devotion to the field of environmental law and to our law school.”​

The Environmental Law Program is widely known for its signature programs, expert faculty, renowned scholarship, and attracting distinguished guest speakers. In 2021, the Law School launched the Sustainable Business Law Hub, creating opportunities for training, policy, and research that address global environmental challenges. The Sustainable Business Law Hub also consists of an advisory board featuring experts in the field, and the Hub has collaborated with prestigious firms and companies to offer students paid internship opportunities in their ESG practice. In recent years, the program also initiated the Environmental Law and Policy Hack Competition for law schools throughout the country. Other well-known programs and opportunities at the School include the Environmental Litigation Clinic, the Food and Farm Business Law Clinic, and the Jeffrey G. Miller National Environmental Law Moot Court Competition.

We are proud that our Environmental Law Program continues to remain at the forefront of training the environmental leaders, advocates, and changemakers of tomorrow

—Dean Horace E. Anderson Jr.

The Law School also hosts lectures and panels throughout the year featuring environmental scholars, advocates, and policymakers, and it recognizes leading international environmentalists through the annual presentation of the Elisabeth Haub Award for Environmental Law and Diplomacy, considered one of the world’s most distinguished awards in the field of environmental law. In recent years, the Haub Award has been presented to environmental activist and climate justice advocate Vanessa Nakate, environmental law scholar Professor Wang Xi, Brazilian environmentalist and Professor Paulo de Bessa Antunes, and others. At the most recent annual Gilbert and Sarah Kerlin Lecture on Environmental Law, Jeffrey Prieto, the current General Counsel of the Environmental Protection Agency, served as the speaker.

"I am thrilled that the work of our Environmental Law Program has been recognized by U.S. News and World Report for the third year in a row with a number-one ranking," said Jason J. Czarnezki, Kerlin Distinguished Professor of Environmental Law and Associate Dean for Environmental Law Programs and Strategic Initiatives at Haub Law. "We provide our students with an immersive classroom experience while also ensuring our students have numerous practical learning opportunities, so they are able transition from the classroom into the field seamlessly. The education our students receive at Pace Haub Law launches them into their careers as environmental lawyers, policy experts, and change makers, in law firms, non-profits, environmental NGOs, companies, government agencies, and more.”

Haub Law offers more than 40 environmental law courses, clinical experiences, internships, externships, and more. In recent years, the Law School has expanded its environmental law faculty as well, attracting prominent scholars in the field. Students have the opportunity to research emerging areas of environmental law alongside experts in the field through the Environmental Law Program’s various centers and institutes, including the Pace Energy & Climate Center and the Land Use Law Center, and can directly represent clients through the Environmental Litigation Clinic and the Food and Farm Business Law Clinic. “The clinical experiences and opportunities for practical growth at Haub Law go unmatched,” said Professor Czarnezki. “We aren’t just teaching our students about environmental law, we are showing them how to be advocates and environmental lawyers who will put an end to the climate crisis.”

Haub Law was also recently ranked #1 in the top 50 Environmental Policy Centers of Excellence across the globe by the journal of Environmental Policy and Law (EPL). The purpose of the EPL ranking is to provide an overview of those institutions most active in the domain of environmental policy and law. Haub Law is also a member of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN), which provides students with the opportunity to draft memoranda, debate issues, and attend IUCN meetings, including the World Conservation Congress and U.S. National Committee meetings. Additionally, through the United Nations Diplomacy Practicum, students provide assistance to UN country Missions by attending their meetings and preparing research on issues such as climate change, renewable energy, fisheries protection, and forest management. These opportunities provide Haub Law students with the tools they need to be national and international leaders in environmental law.

The Elisabeth Haub School of Law had several other programs recognized in the rankings this year, including its clinical training, health law, criminal law, tax law, and part-time programs. The recognition of these programs reflects Haub Law’s continued ability to provide a top-notch legal education and develop both steadfast and original curricular and practical opportunities.

Additionally, Haub Law’s impressive trial advocacy program continues to rise in the rankings, coming in at number 24 this year, once again ranking in the top 15% of law schools. Over the last year, Haub Law has had 31+ Mock Trial and Moot Court Teams, with an average of over 110 student participants on these teams as a whole. The Law School’s Mock Trial and Moot Court teams regularly place at or near the top in competitions. In recent years, Haub Law hosted its first Advocate in Residence, Gillian More, a lifelong prosecutor with a worldwide reputation in advocacy. The Trial Advocacy Program is led by Lou Fasulo, Professor of Practice and Director of Advocacy Programs.

"We are proud that our Environmental Law Program continues to remain at the forefront of training the environmental leaders, advocates, and changemakers of tomorrow,” said Dean Horace E. Anderson Jr. “Our Environmental Law Program was founded decades ago and since then we continue to develop new programs to meet the ever-changing demands of the world. We are also thrilled with the upward trajectory of our Trial Advocacy Program in the rankings, which is a direct result of the tremendous advocacy program and opportunities that exist at Haub Law. We also are pleased with the continued positive recognition of our other programs, which are all connected to the top tier legal education that we provide at Haub Law. Every day, our faculty, staff, students, and alumni are making a difference and we at Haub Law are proud to provide the foundation for that.

More Than 200 Turn Out For Film That Highlights the Slow Food and Farm-to-Table Movement In France and New York

Pace University’s documentary film team, PaceDocs, last night premiered its latest film, "For the Love of Food: Pour l’amour de la Cuisine" to a full theater at Jacob Burns Film Center. It was followed by and question-and-answer session with the audience and filmmakers.

The documentary -- produced by Dr. Maria Luskay, Professor Lou Guarneri, and Pace University’s documentary film team -- focuses on the slow food movement, which began in Europe during the 1980s to preserve the culture of eating locally and combating the popularization of fast food.

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“It was rewarding to know that our film is being embraced and well-received by the audience at Jacob Burns Film Center,” said Professor Luskay. “In filming in France and New York, we shared a once-in-a-lifetime experience that proved to be as fulfilling as it was educational in that we learned the importance of where our food comes from as well as what it takes to complete a professional quality film on a tight deadline.”

The film made its France and worldwide online premiere on May 9, 2023.

During 14-weeks of production that included filming across France and New York, PaceDocs filmmakers spoke with farmers, chefs, and restaurateurs who have dedicated their lives to making slow food a reality in a fast-paced world.

This film explores the guiding principles of good, clean, and fair – and why that is a healthy recipe for a sustainable future. While eating farm-to-table has become a global phenomenon, nowhere is this passion for clean eating more apparent than in France where generations have relied on locally grown foods. From family-owned farms and markets in the Laon and Lorraine countryside, to beautiful restaurants in the heart of Paris, all the way back to a farm-to-fork eatery in Westchester, New York, this documentary explores the environmental and health benefits of eating clean, locally grown goods, the value of family traditions, embracing culture and heritage through cooking, and of course, the love of food.

The documentary is the focus of the popular class, “Producing the Documentary,” which is part of the Dyson College of Arts and Sciences at Pace University’s highly regarded film program that requires students complete a full-length environmentally themed documentary within one semester.

Students in the class are a mix of graduate and undergraduate with varying academic focuses, experience, and skillsets. They come together as a film crew and learn all aspects of filming and production. During the process, they learn teamwork, problem-solving, research, and organization, along with technical skills such as lighting, sound, camera work, interviewing, and other real-life lessons necessary to complete a film.

For Brittany Walkingstick, a 23-year-old graduate student from Kansas City, Mo. majoring in communications and digital media experience, the experience proved to be “one-of-a-kind.”

“It was a chance to experience a different culture and a way to step out of my comfort zone,” she said. “Making this film was as hard as it gets, but it was a real confidence booster. I really enjoyed it, and I would definitely do it again.”

Wesley Brown, a 21—year-old junior majoring in digital cinema and filmmaking from Seattle Wa., noted that it was a hands-on experience that taught him the intricacies of lighting, sound, voice-over, film production, and problem-solving.

“It was a cool experience. I loved being on the ground in France,” Brown said, citing a number of examples where the crew had to adapt to circumstances in the moment. “There were times we just had to figure it out. We learned how to improvise and had to find a solution. I’m grateful that I took this class.”

“For the Love of Food” continues a proud tradition of producing high quality, meaningful, and award-winning films. In recent years, Pace filmmakers have produced documentaries around the globe focusing on a number of topics, including the economic and environmental importance of oysters in our ecosystem (2022); the essential role of bees as pollinators in our food supply (2021); the impact of earthquakes in Hawaii (2019); the endurance of the people of Puerto Rico in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria (2018); Cuba at a cultural crossroads (2016); reviving Curacao’s coral reefs (2015); as well as many other poignant films.

“‘For the Love of Food’ is yet another extraordinary accomplishment from the PaceDocs team—a film that not only gives our students hands-on experience in the art of documentary filmmaking but also enables them to explore the values and environmental impact of the farm-to-table movement,” said Pace President Marvin Krislov. “At Pace we believe in the power of learning by doing, and year after year this course, under the leadership of Dr. Maria Luskay, provides a great example of real-world education that makes a difference in our students’ lives.”

“Dyson College’s student filmmakers are impressive: They have produced another documentary that is timely and topical,” said Tresmaine R. Grimes, dean, Dyson College of Arts and Sciences and School of Education. “The students learn their art and craft with hands-on production experience that will serve them well after they graduate from Pace. I am so moved by the talents of this team and the compelling film they have produced. Congratulations to them and Professors Luskay and Guarneri for another impressive PaceDocs production.”

About Pace University

Since 1906, Pace University has been transforming the lives of its diverse students—academically, professionally, and socioeconomically. With campuses in New York City and Westchester County, New York, Pace offers bachelor, master, and doctoral degree programs to 13,600 students in its College of Health Professions, Dyson College of Arts and Sciences, Elisabeth Haub School of Law, Lubin School of Business, School of Education, and Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems.

About Dyson College of Arts and Sciences

Pace University’s liberal arts college, Dyson College, offers more than 50 programs, spanning the arts and humanities, natural sciences, social sciences, and pre-professional programs (including pre-medicine, pre-veterinary, and pre-law), as well as many courses that fulfill core curriculum requirements. The College offers access to numerous opportunities for internships, cooperative education and other hands-on learning experiences that complement in-class learning in preparing graduates for career and graduate/professional education choices.

Graduating this year? You're invited to participate in a night-time photo shoot featuring the Empire State Building lit up in Pace blue and gold. All graduating students are welcome to join us on Friday, May 12.

Who

All graduating Pace University students, regardless of campus or degree type.

What

In celebration of Commencement 2023, the Empire State Building will be illuminated from sunset to 2:00 a.m. in Pace blue and gold. We're inviting all graduating students to join us for a photo shoot opportunity with the Empire State Building in the background. We'll be using these photos on @paceuniversity social media, at Commencement, and more. This is a great opportunity to get some really beautiful professional shots of you and your best Pace friends. Don't forget to share your photos on social using #PaceGrad.

When

Friday, May 12, at 7:30 p.m.

Where

Our photographers are setting up shop in Madison Square Park. Once you register to attend, we'll be sending you a text message with our exact location. Here's the address with information about how to get there:

Madison Square Park
11 Madison Ave
New York, NY 10010

The park is bordered by Fifth Avenue and Madison Avenue and 23rd Street and 26th Street.

• By Subway
  Take the R, W, or 6 trains to the 23rd Street station.
• Via Grand Central Terminal
  If you're coming to Manhattan via train to Grand Central Terminal, take the 6 train downtown for three stops and exit at the 23rd Street station.
• Via the Pace Shuttle to the NYC Campus
  Take the R or W train uptown from the City Hall station to the 23rd Street station, or take the 6 train from Brooklyn Bridge/City Hall station uptown to the 23rd Street station.

Or use Google Maps, because that's way more accurate. You're smart, you're about to graduate, you can figure this out.

What to Wear

We're thinking something with a graduation vibe...maybe your cap, maybe your gown, maybe both. Or, if you don't like the look of the traditional mortar board, why not try something a bit more Pace-y? We can't recommend Pace swag more highly. But we're really not picky—these photos are for YOU! So come dressed ready to pose.

Make Sure to Register

Use the link below to sign up for photos. We'll be using the information you provide on the form to communicate with you regarding our exact location in Madison Square Park, so make sure you type everything in correctly! Don't forget to check your email and text messages the day of the photo shoot.

Register to Attend the Photo Shoot

As the Class of 2023 prepares to cross the stage on May 15 at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, graduating students from the natural sciences shared their plans for the future and reflected on their most memorable moments from their time at Pace—from meaningful mentorship from professors to career-altering courses to unforgettable extracurricular experiences. See more from the Class of 2023 in the social sciences and arts and humanities.

Carli Camporeale ’23, Biology

New York City campus

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Post-grad plans: I will be attending the University of North Carolina at Charlotte for my PhD in Biological Sciences, with a focus in molecular, cellular, and developmental biology.

Why did you pursue your major/degree program?

I have been interested in biology for as long as I can remember. I have had a lot of loss in my life and trying to figure out why and how different processes happen in the body has fueled my biology journey.

What were your favorite course(s) and why?

My favorite biology-related course has been microbiology, which is based around identifying unknown bacterial colonies. I enjoy learning about cells and microorganisms, so this course was perfect. Although it took a lot of work, it was so rewarding to be able to correctly identify my samples based on the different tests we did in class. Along with biology, I also have a passion for art. I think it is important to take courses and be involved in subjects outside your chosen field of study. For me, I love painting! I was able to complete my biology coursework and laboratories while using my painting class as an outlet for my stress.

Janine Smalling ’23, MS in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

New York City campus

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Post-grad plans: After working on my research project looking at clinical applications for drugs against cryptosporidium, I have decided to continue my career in the pharmaceutical research industry. The COVID-19 vaccines changed many lives and is a major reason why the world as we know it is back to a "normal" that we are familiar with. I would love to be a part of a team that finds or creates new drugs to help with the treatment of many other diseases that would improve lives.

Which faculty member(s) had the most impact on your experience?

Professor Yarlett has been an amazing support throughout my time here at Pace. Not only has he provided me with the support of an advisor with class registration and scheduling, but he has also encouraged me through my research and studies. Most of my fellow peers came to this program immediately after undergrad with biology knowledge I haven't been exposed to in years. On multiple occasions, Professor Yarlett has provided me with words of encouragement and assurance that I was a strong student who worked hard and earned my place in the program.

What advice would you give students in their first and second years at Pace?

Make friends and rely on each other. Even if you know everything, it doesn’t hurt to have another ear that’s listening and could maybe teach you something. Also, never be afraid to ask questions. In all my classes, I was one of only a few students who had my hand raised and would ask anything and everything. I learned this probably in middle school, but you may not be the only person who has the question; you may be the one who has the confidence to ask it.

Carly Sullivan ’23, Forensic Science

New York City campus

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Post-grad plans: After graduation, I hope to work in a crime lab as part of the New York City Police Department or Office of Chief Medical Examiner. I would like to go back to school later on in my career, but I'm honestly excited to have a job in a criminalist position.

Which faculty member(s) had the most impact on your experience?

Professor Mojica had the most impact on my experience at Pace. He welcomed me into his group in my junior year, allowing me to dive into research. From there, I presented my research in multiple locations and conferences and had a chapter in a book published.

What were your favorite course(s) and why?

I really enjoyed Controversial Criminal Cases. In that class, we dissected some of the most famous cases that had some controversial aspects to them, and it was very interesting to hear the differing opinions that everyone had. I also really enjoyed Forensic Microscopy, a class in which we were able to learn about how microscopes are used in forensic labs.

As the Class of 2023 prepares to cross the stage on May 15 at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, graduating students from the social sciences shared their plans for the future and reflected on their most memorable moments from their time at Pace—from meaningful mentorship from professors to career-altering courses to unforgettable extracurricular experiences. See more from the Class of 2023 in the natural sciences and arts and humanities.

Hannah Cahill ’23, Political Science

Westchester campus

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Post-grad plans: Pace hasn’t seen the last of me yet! I am planning to return to our Pleasantville campus this coming fall to begin my MS in mental health counseling.

What has been most memorable about your time at Pace?

The most memorable things about my time at Pace have been the countless opportunities to discover new things about myself and the world around me. I attended Model United Nations conferences with the Political Science Department, I watched Broadway shows with the Honors College, I performed disability studies research, I began learning American Sign Language, I even wrote a children’s book! Anything I wanted to experience or try my hand at, Pace facilitated!

Why did you pursue your major/degree program?

I chose to pursue a degree in political science because it is a discipline that is deeply rooted in the human experience and that also really emphasizes the value of discourse and critical thinking. I think this program has helped me become a more conscious global citizen, and I truly would not trade my experiences in this major for the world!

Victor M. Diaz ’23, Political Science, BA/Master of Public Administration

Westchester campus

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Post-grad plans: I am applying for several graduate fellowship opportunities in Washington, DC, as well as Albany, New York, and I will go wherever the wind takes me. The only thing that matters to me is that I can be in a position to help people and gain a deeper insight into the inner workings of institutions like the US Senate.

What has been most memorable about your time at Pace?

There are so many memorable moments, but one that stands out to me was my first Model UN conference representing Pace. I was only a first semester freshman, and I remember walking into the hotel where the conference was taking place and getting ready to debate on behalf of a country I had just started learning about less than 10 weeks prior. It was an unforgettable experience and one that truly shaped the rest of my time here at Pace. I have since attended every Model UN conference possible until I became a graduate student.

Why did you pursue your major/degree program?

In reality, it’s because I want to serve the American people. I remember standing in the halls of the US Senate in 2017 and thinking, “I want to be here.” Not only to be there, but to help people navigate government, whether at the local, state, or federal level. I want to be that helping hand that makes government less frightening to people. I also love to be behind the scenes to see how institutions such as the US Senate operate, and that’s why I enjoyed my internship with the National Urban League, which Pace’s Career Services helped me obtain. These experiences reinforced what I wanted to do; to be someone who gives a lending hand and helps those who need it in government.

Erin Dogan ’23, PsyD, School-Clinical Child Psychology

New York City campus

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Post-grad plans: I recently accepted a postdoctoral fellow position at Mount Sinai Beth Israel. I am very grateful and excited for the opportunity to continue my clinical training at the site where I completed both my externship and internship! My main goals continue to include working with diverse patient populations and developing my clinical flexibility.

Which faculty member(s) had the most impact on your experience?

Professor John Stokes has been an incredible teacher and mentor throughout my years at Pace. His knowledge of and dedication to the field of psychology is beyond inspiring. Professor Stokes challenged me to push myself beyond what I believed my limits to be, and I am forever grateful for his ongoing support and encouragement. I would also like to thank all my professors in the Psychology Department. Your commitment to the field of psychology and investment in my education have motivated me to achieve beyond what I could have imagined.

Why did you pursue your major/degree program?

I was initially drawn to Pace’s PsyD program because of its practitioner-scholar model. Having worked as a teacher for several years before dreaming up a career in psychology, I was ready to gain firsthand experience right from the beginning of my studies. Pace’s PsyD program offered just that, and I feel fortunate to have had these practical experiences in the early days of my clinical training.

Tinuade Mcclish ’23, Psychology

Westchester campus

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Post-grad plans: I will be attending the University of Connecticut to get my PhD In Educational Psychology.

Which faculty member(s) had the most impact on your experience?

Professor Courtney Gosnell, who mentored me through undergraduate research and applying for graduate school; Professor Amy Levin, whose class in Psychology of Intimate Relationships is the reason I changed my major to Psychology; Professor Kate Mulhollem, who gave me my first job at Pace as a writing tutor, the first person to cultivate my writing skills and make me feel like I belong; Professor Dana Cadman who kept me writing creatively and encouraged me to nurture my arts just as much as my science.

What advice would you give students in their first and second years at Pace?

Pace is small in size, but not in opportunity. The experience is what you make it. Make it a goal to go out of your comfort zone each year and do things like talk to a faculty member about research or job positions, seek out volunteer opportunities for causes that are important to you, or join an e-board of a club you enjoy attending. All of these things will help you to build long-lasting relationships. Also, it’s easy to get busy and forget yourself in the process, so prioritize rest and self-care.

Jeremiah Williams ’23, Political Science

New York City campus

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What has been most memorable about your time at Pace?

What has been the most memorable is the amount of exposure I had to opportunities I could only dream of. I met a notable figure of entertainment and influence in my life, Keke Palmer, in only my second week at Pace through the Center for Student Engagement, offering an experience to be a live studio audience member at a Good Morning America production, and since that moment, I knew that I had chosen an institution with the ability to reward students for their passion and efforts with invaluable memories through experiences.

Why did you pursue your major/degree program?

My generation, more often than not, equates politics and journalism to partisanship and people bickering on TV, and I want to change that. Too much is at stake to write off politics and the news as "areas of stress," and therefore areas to be avoided. Civil rights, basic democratic freedoms, and so many other issues remain at stake in the increasingly polarized times we find ourselves in. I firmly believe that we cannot tune out the process just because it gets messy and discouraging; to those who are underprivileged, overburdened, and systematically sidelined, I am committing my life to a career in advocating for you, not because I am any better or moral, but because it is the right thing to do, and I have the skills set and confidence to do it.