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Five Local Students Graduate From University Of Rhode Island

Sep 6, 2026

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PARSIPPANY — Five area students were among more than 4,000 graduates at the University of Rhode Island’s commencement ceremonies, held May 15 through 17.

Claire Swenson of Lake Hiawatha graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology and a Bachelor of Arts in Chinese.

Alyssa Macauley of Parsippany graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Criminal Justice and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology.

Gabriella Leuzzi of Lake Hiawatha graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Criminal Justice and a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations.

Daniel Jakubiak of Parsippany graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences and a Bachelor of Science in Wildlife and Conservation Biology.

Lauren Sinatra of Parsippany graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Animal and Veterinary Science.

Founded in 1892, the University of Rhode Island enrolls more than 18,000 students and offers more than 200 degree programs across nine schools and colleges.

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Frank L. Cahill

Publisher of Parsippany Focus since 1989 and Morris Focus since 2019, both covering a wide range of events. Mr. Cahill serves as the Executive Board Member of the Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce, Governor NJ District Kiwanis International, and Chairman of the Parsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Advisory Board.