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2018 "29 Who Shine" Awards Ceremony
In May 2011, the Massachusetts Department of Higher Education launched “29 Who Shine,” a commencement season awards program to recognize 29 outstanding student graduates from the Commonwealth’s public higher education system. Each honoree from a community college, state university or University of Massachusetts campus is nominated by a faculty or staff member, or by a university awards committee. Whether furthering their education or entering careers in fields such as education, public policy, health care, creative arts, or engineering, the “29 Who Shine” embody the vibrant future that we all envision for the Commonwealth. Criteria and more details can be found online.
2018 SSU Honoree: Criminal Justice student Alicia Badolato
Alicia graduates with a 3.82 GPA and a degree in criminal justice. In addition to her studies, Alicia has been volunteering with the Salem Police Department Community Impact Unit. She conducts follow-up outreach to individuals struggling with mental illness, opioid addiction and homelessness. She has also volunteered at a number of community events including National Night Out and The Walk to End Opioid Addiction. She serves as treasurer of the Salem State Criminal Justice Academy. This month Alicia became an official employee of the City of Salem. She will be working, as partners, with the Police Department’s victim services officer in an outreach role to victims of domestic violence. Alicia hopes to attend law school.
Faculty/Staff Mentor Recognition
Alicia chose to recognize Eric Metchik, Professor, Criminal Justice.
"Eric Metchik, PhD, has positively impacted my life and the lives of many other students at Salem State University. His dedication, passion, and commitment to his students make him a remarkable professor and mentor. Metchik has always encouraged me to challenge myself, and he taught me I am capable of doing anything I put my mind to. I am grateful to have crossed paths with him, as he is a major influence on the person I have become today."