Page 2 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 15, 2026 Regis College awards degrees to more than 1,000, including Everett students A s it began to recognize its centennial year, Regis College celebrated its 96th commencement on Saturday, May 9, at the Leader Bank Pavilion, where it awarded 1,036 degrees from associate to doctoral levels. With more than 600 nursing students graduating, the nursing degree was once again the highest number awarded among the university’s programs amid the local, regional and national nursing shortage. To address the urgent need for health care professionals during a national and 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 Open Tues. - Sat. at 4:00 PM Closed Sun. & Mon. Announcing our Classic Specials Dine In Only: * FREE Salad with purchase of Entree, Tuesdays & Wednesdays * Cheese Pizza - Only $10 Catch ALL The Live Sports Action On Our Large Screen TV’s Scan & Follow Us on Facebook! regional nursing shortage, Regis has graduated more than 3,700 nursing students in the past five years. With her approaching retirement on June 30, Antoinette Hays, PhD, RN, reflected on her 15 years as president in her final remarks to the graduating class. “I have had the privilege of witnessing you discover your voices and your purpose. Of working alongside dedicated faculty and staff who bring the Regis mission to life every day. I will always be grateful for the tenacity, compassion, and resilience of this incredible community. As we acknowledge your accomplishments today, whether it be an associate, bachelors, masters, or doctoral, know that it is an extraordinary achievement,” she said. Among those awarded honorary degrees, President Hays received one for her compassionate and visionary leadership. Kerry Kennedy, President of the Robert & Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center, delivered the commencement address and received an honorary degree. “When President Hays asked me to speak today, I didn’t hesitate. With its Catholic roots and commitment to service, Regis holds a special place in my heart,” she said. “As you graduate, I encourage you to take some time to reflect on the lessons you learned at this uniquely ambitious experiment of a college and what you’d like to carry forward for the rest of your lives. The lessons you learned, the importance of teamwork, and most of all, building partnerships and community will make a profound difference.” Everett students who were awarded degrees are as follows: Jose Martinez Zepeda, Bria Monteiro and Krysonia Tavares received Nursing degrees; Sarai Velez received a Nuclear Medicine Technology degree. SNHU announces Spring 2026 President’s and Dean’s Lists I t was with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire www.810bargrille.com University (SNHU) congratulated its students from Everett on being named to the Spring 2026 President’s and Dean’s Lists. Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.700 and above for the reporting term are named to the President’s List. Full-time status is achieved by earning 12 credits over each 16-week term or paired eight-week terms grouped in fall, winter/ spring and summer. The following Everett students made the President’s List: Gianna Morales, Tamara Moise, Glendy Flores and Victor Lopez. Fulltime undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.500 to 3.699 for the reporting term are named to the Dean’s List. The following Everett students made the Dean’s List: Kiara Taylor and Moises Arita. SNHU is a private, nonprofit, accredited institution with a 93-year history of educating traditional-age students and working adults. Now serving more than 200,000 learners worldwide, SNHU offers approximately 200 undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs, available online and on its 300-acre campus in Manchester, N.H. SNHU is committed to expanding access to high-quality, affordable pathways that meet the needs of each learner. Spring is Here! 10 Everett Ave., Everett 617-389-3839 Celebrating 67 Years in Business! n Roofing fng
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