CU-Mansfield celebrates new educators during teacher induction ceremony
MANSFIELD, Pa. (06/04/2026) — Commonwealth University-Mansfield honored new educators during the student teacher induction and pinning ceremony recognizing the successful completion of student teaching placements and celebrating the hard work, dedication and commitment of the university's future educators.
Dr. Jennifer Gurski, director of the Office of Teacher Preparation, Clinical Practice and Certification, opened the ceremony by welcoming university leadership, faculty, staff, guest speakers, student teachers and their families. Additional remarks were shared by Dr. Angela Boswell, interim dean of the College of Arts, Humanities, Education and Social Sciences. The keynote address was delivered by Cheryl Sottolano, superintendent of the Wellsboro Area School District.
Kelly Raudabaugh, assistant director of the Office of Teacher Preparation, Clinical Practice and Certification, recognized each of the teacher candidates during the ceremony. Following the acknowledgements, each student teacher was presented with a Lamp of Knowledge lapel pin, symbolizing learning and light. The evening concluded with reception and photo opportunities throughout the DACC.
Students recognized during the ceremony included:
Marissa Allen, Riley Batdorf, Mayson Bryant, Lewis Clearwater, Hailie Cook, Stephanie Dorn, Jason Gao, Lauren Gleckner, Kory Hassen, Cassondra Heath, Mackenzie Kieser, Emma Maurer, Morgan Mays, Kara Moser, Heather Newhart, Gracie Osterhout, Meriah Schoonover, Madison Stahli, Erin Thomas, Nicholas Trapani and Breanna Wilson.
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