THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 5, 2026 Page 7 Luca Morelli among University of Scranton graduates E nance, kinesiology and occupational therapy represented about 5% each. In total, the graduates covered 61 distinct majors. Following the processional and a welcome by Tracy M. Stewart, Ph.D., interim provost and senior vice president for academic affairs, the Most Rev. Joseph C. Bambera, D.D., J.C.L., H’14, Bishop of Scranton, provided the Invocation. Sajidul Alam ’26, a double major in political science and philosophy from Kingston, addressed his fellow graduates as the class speaker. Alam spoke about how the University became “home” for the Class of 2026, referencing two quotes that graduates have seen and heard throughout their daily travels at Scranton. “‘Go forth and set the world on fire.’ At first, it may have sounded like a call to do something big, something enormous. But Scranton has taught us that sometimes, it means taking what we have learned here and carrying forward those values with intention, integrity, compassion and purpose,” Alam said. “And there is another idea that defines this place, one that is etched on the side of the DeNaples Center: ‘Not where I breathe, but where I love, I live.’ For the MORELLI | SEE PAGE 15 KEYSTONE WEALTH MANAGEMENT INNOVATIVE FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS FINANCUL PLANNING • RETIREMENT PLANNING • MEDICAID PLANNING MSO Youth Public Safety Academy registration now open R egistration for the 2026 Youth Public Safety Academy (YPSA) opened on June 1, 2026, according to Middlesex Sheriff Peter J. Koutoujian. YPSA is open to children ages eight to 12 living in any of Middlesex County’s 54 cities and towns. Individuals ages 13-15 may register as a Counselor in Training. Registration will close on Monday, June 15 at noon. As a result, the sheriff’s office encourages interested families to register early to secure their spots. “I am so excited to once again offer this exceptional and low-cost summer program,” said Sheriff Koutoujian. “Generations of Middlesex County youth have enjoyed the opportunity to learn directly from the public safety professionals that serve their communities every day.” Hosted at the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office (MSO) Training Academy in Chelmsford, the program consists of five oneweek sessions where youngsters engage in hands-on activities alongside YPSA staff and area first responders. The academy focuses on public safety lessons, teamwork and leadership. Registration is $125 per child for each week and includes transportation to and from designated bus stops, and daily breakfast, lunch and snacks, as well as a graduation ceremony each Friday. Cadets from Billerica and Chelmsford must be dropped off and picked up at the MSO’s Training Academy. This year the MSO is utilizing a new online system designed to streamline registration. In order to complete the process, families will need to set up accounts, and payment will be required at the time of registration. Those applying for a limited number of scholarships may also do so as part of registration. To register, please visit www.middlesexsheriff.org. This year’s YPSA bus stops will be in the following communities for the designated weeks. Participants are not required to reside in communities with a designated bus stop, but they will be picked up and dropped off at these locations: July 6-10 – Chelmsford, Lowell, Tewksbury & Wilmington July 13-17 – Lexington, Stoneham/Wakefield, Tyngsborough & Woburn July 20-24 – Bedford, Belmont/Watertown, Billerica & Newton/Waltham July 27- 31 – Acton/Boxborough/Maynard, Framingham/ Natick, Hudson & Marlborough Aug. 3-7 – Arlington, Burlington, Malden & Medford JOSEPH D. CATALDO, CPA, CIA, PFS, CFP®, MST, ESQUIRE 617-387-3793 369 BROADWAY, EVERETT, MA 02149 verett’s Luca F. Morelli was among the more than 900 members of the Class of 2026. The newest Scranton alumni received their bachelor’s degrees on Sunday, May 24, at Mohegan Arena at Casey Plaza, Wilkes-Barre Township. Graduates must have completed their academic degree requirements in August and December of 2025, as well as January and May of 2026. Morelli earned a Bachelor of Science degree in political science. The most common major among the graduates was nursing (10%), while accounting, biology, business administration, criminal justice, fipast four years, The University of Scranton has been that place.” Following Alam’s remarks, the University conferred honorary degrees to former Dominican University president Donna M. Carroll, Ed.D.; atcelebration city Juneteenth 6:30–9:30 PM friday, June 19, 2026 baldwin ave. park 14-16 Baldwin Ave. Everett, MA 02149 Additional parking at Madeline English School 105Woodville St, Everett, MA02149
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