Academic honors

Katelynn Marie Blume, Co-Valedictorian
Katelynn Marie Blume ’07, a native of Whitefish, Montana, graduated as the Valedictorian in 2003 from Timberline High School. At Saint Martin’s, she majored in Chemistry, with a minor in Biology, and is graduating with a 4.0 grade point average. An avid runner, she has been a member of the track and cross country teams. Katelynn is married to Gary Downing and is the daughter of Christopher and Pamela Blume of Lacey. In the fall, she will begin graduate studies at the University of Washington School of Pharmacy.

Reyana Corazon Glass, Co-Valedictorian
Reyana Corazon Glass ’07, graduated in 2004 as Valedictorian from her high school in Salem, Oregon. She had a double major, Sociology & Anthropology and Community Services, at Saint Martin’s University and she earned a 4.0 grade point average. Reyana was involved in numerous co-curricular activities, including extensive volunteer work. She plans to pursue a master’s degree in social work from the University of Washington at Tacoma. Reyana is the daughter of Rita Glass.

Deborah Jane Stasse, Co-Valedictorian
Deborah Jane Stasse ’07 had a lengthy professional career before deciding to attend college. She began her studies at South Puget Sound Community College before enrolling at Saint Martin’s University. She majored in Psychology, with a minor in Sociology, and earned a 4.0 grade point average. Deborah served internships through the Psychology Department as part of her Saint Martin’s education.

Saint Martin’s University academic honors

Cum laude – Candidate has earned a cumulative grade point average of 3.40 to 3.59 and is distinguished by the bronze cord worn around the neck.

Magna cum laude – Candidate has earned a cumulative grade point average of 3.60 to 3.79 and is distinguished by the silver cord worn around the neck.

Summa cum laude – Candidate has earned a cumulative grade point average of 3.80 to 4.00 and is distinguished by the gold cord worn around the neck.

Society of Fellows – The Society of Fellows is the University’s honor society. It was founded in 1971 to distinguish members of the student body and faculty who, by their outstanding work in teaching and learning, contribute to the intellectual life of the University. Students, who are nominated for the Society, are inducted once specific criteria established by the society are met. These students wear the medallion of the society with their academic garb.