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2022 Graduate Profiles

Messages for the Class of 2022

Congratulations on this accomplishment to our daughter, sister and aunt. We love you and know that this is only the beginning of many more to come. Estamos muy orgullosos de nuestra hija, Laura! Te queremos mucho!

Lupe y Manuel
Family

My Dear Muhammad 🥰 I am sure you will find all the happiness and joy in your life with your graduation. I am sending all the good wishes and blessings for you, I am so proud of you.

Naeem Haider
Family

Congrats Mohammad I’m so proud of you :) Love you 💕 Bubbles and twinkie say congrats too :)

Aneqa haider
Family

Congratulations Emma! We are so proud of you! Love, Mom and Dad

Kip and Laura Potter
Parent

Son, Saying I am proud of you is an understatement, but I will say it anyway—I am so proud of you! My heart is happy. May you achieve great success and happiness in all that you do from here. Love, Mother

Monica Favila
Parent

Congratulations to the Class of 2022 on behalf of Risk Services! We wish you the very best as you embark on your next adventure! Congratulations on your amazing accomplishment!

Cindy Delgado
Staff

CONGRATULATIONS JORGE M. YOU DID IT, LOVE YOU SO PROUD OF YOU

Anonymous
Parent

Congratulations Uncle Nico!! You did it. We are so very proud of you, your dedication and determination is inspiring. Love you lots! S. V. A.

Virgi Angelinda Lennemann
Family

Congratulations Samuel Hollis Lazerson! We are so incredibly proud of you! Your hard work and perseverance paid off! We can’t wait to see what the future holds for you! Love, Mom, Dad, and Shelbie

Lori Lazerson
Parent

Congratulations to our dearest son Gamliel. You made! It wasn’t easy though. We’re here for you no matter what. We love you so much! Love Dad, Mom, Czarny & JayRod, Camille.

Anonymous
Parent

Jessie, words cannot express how proud our entire family is of you, and all of your accomplishments! Not only are you a graduate, but also a new mommy, and you are doing an excellent job! God bless you, and we wish you all the best in everything you set your mind and heart to! We love you! -Mom, Buela, Buelo, Tia Ili, Alex, Gio, Cris, and Baby Mateo❤️

Iliana Escobar
Family

KIANA!!!! Congratulations on your graduation! 🎉🎉🎉 I couldn't possibly be prouder! Can't wait to see you in a few days for the big event! 🥰🥰🥰 I can't wait to see the cap toss to end all cap tosses. 🎓🎓🎓 Love you so much! ❤️❤️❤️ Love, Tara

Tara Kade
Family

Kiana, congratulation, I am so very proud of you. You are graduating in 3 years with honors during a global pandemic! Nothing stands in your way when you set your mind to it. Can’t wait to celebrate the next chapter of your life, love you so much ❤️

Parisa Kamilian
Parent

KIANA! thanks for coming along this ride with me and being one of the most amazing people in my life. i am SO incredibly proud of everything you’ve achieved and everything you will achieve in the future. i love and appreciate u more than you’ll ever know and i’m in ur corner, always. CONGRATS GRAD! MWAH!

Haily Carino
Friend

We are proud parents of Mohammad Noor Haider class of 2022! Congratulations on this big achievement!

Parent
Parent

Maxwell, we're so proud of you as you don your gold and blue it's nice to see this recognition you've worked so hard since slug admission Silicon Valley awaits I reckon but first the open road does beckon one more lesson or I'd be remiss don't forget to follow your bliss

John Voorhes
Parent

Congratulations Justina Emley! We are so proud of you and your amazing dedication! What a wonderful accomplishment! The future is bright!

Don Emley
Family

Pete - We're so proud of you!!! Lots of love from both of us -- and all your grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins across the country and around the world!

Olaf and Kim (aka Mom and Dad)
Parent

Congratulations to my grandson Chailen. I wish I could have been there for your proud moment just know I am there in spirit and you are well represented. Safe returns I hope to see you all…Soon 😎

Gemi Taylor
Family

Congratulations, Chailen! What a monumental accomplishment. I'm so proud of you and can't wait to squeeze you. No one can ever take your education from you. You are destined for infinite greatness. Fly high, King! xoxo Ayn + family

Ayn Howze
Friend

Congratulations 🎊 👏 I wish I could be there. Very proud of you! The sky is the limit! Love you and hope to see you soon! Papa Mike

Michael Burns
Parent

Congratulations! Chailen, I am so Godly proud of you. You did it! Keep up the good work! Nephew continue to let your light shine I am so proud of the young man you have become. I know your dad is looking down on you with a great big smile :) he would be so proud of you. Reach for the stars! The sky is the limit! Love you, Auntie Shauntai 💙

Auntie Shauntai
Family

Chailen. Congrats young brother you got the job done! There's nothing like the payoff for putting in the work. Enjoy the moment and feel proud because you accomplished a goal you set. More than anything, a degree is certification that you're able to complete the process. Cheers to being one of the few. Great things ahead. Salute ✊🏾

Greg "Olskool Ice-Gre" Lewis
Friend

Congratulations Chailen!!!!!!! We broke generational curse! You’re a college grad, celebrate yourself because you deserve it! I love you cousin and im so so proud of you. Continue setting the example for the rest of the family. ❤️

Devanté Johnson
Family

Chailen, You did it son. I’m so proud of the patience, focus and pride that you’ve displayed to complete your goals. There is nothing that can stop you, keep on going in the path of greatness. You are so loved! Love Mom

Gemia Burns
Parent

Pierce, your hard work and dedication paid off. Very proud of you. The best is yet to come. Peace, Zia

Zia Nebel
Family

Congratulations E! You made it all look so easy but we know how hard you have worked. We love you and are so proud of you:)

Jenine and Cory Henry
Parent

Congratulations 🎉Stephanie and Melissa on your graduation and best wishes for your next adventure! The best is yet to come 💕 Love, The Noriegas

Roberta Salas
Family

Congratulations, Jett, on your Slug Crossing! When you were young, I never imagined you would grow up to be a slug! Looking forward to seeing what adventure life has in store for you next. I'm so proud of your accomplishments and the man you've become. Onward and upward! Remember to take time to enjoy and appreciate the journey.

Laura Degen
Family

Hey twin! I am so excited to be graduating by your side! Congrats on graduating and I can't wait to see you accomplish more in the future! Love you Stephanie! Slugs for life <3

Melissa Ikonomou
Family

SO PROUD OF YOU TWIN 🤎🤎 love you and congrats !!! 🍾 you are the bestie

Steph
Family

Shoutout to all the besties and OJ for being the best besties 🖤

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Stephanie I.
Grad

Hey UCSC! Thanks so much for being amazing I met so many people along the way! Shout out to David Santander-Vazquez, Gail, Dominique, Jayden Caspers for making these quarters FUN! Y’all the real ones 🤍

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Melissa Ikonomou
Grad

Congratulations Evan! It seems like just yesterday, you started your freshman year! We remember how excited you were to become a UCSC Banana Slug! You have matured and grown into the terrific person you are now -- confident, smart, sensible and true to yourself. Your future is bright, and we can't wait to see what's next! Love, Mom & Dad

Lynne McBride & Brian Riedel
Parent

Hannah, We are so proud of the person you have become. We couldn’t have asked for a more kind, thoughtful, intelligent and determined daughter. We love you! Congratulations Sweet Pea! Dad & Katie

Dad & Katie
Parent

You're such a beast.

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Arthur Mois
Grad

Dear Surya, Congratulations on graduating magna cum laude! You have worked hard and fought with courage through so many obstacles to get here. You never gave up and I am immensely proud of you! Know that you are a very kind person and strong at heart! My best wishes to you to achieve your goals and dreams! I know you will do it with grace! Love, Amma

Lakshmi Auroprem
Parent

Congratulations you did it! So proud of you Jen can’t wait to see you 💕

Deyssy Orozco
Friend

Congratulations, Jackie! It has been a blessing to witness your hard work throughout this past year. You have definatly earned the right to celebrate. I'm so excited to see what you will accomplish as you enter this new chapter of your life. Never stop pushing onward! :3

Hayden Huff
Friend

Congratulations Miki! I am so proud of you. Can’t wait to see where life will take you next. Wherever it is, our prayers go with you!

Masako kimura
Parent