Beall awarded bachelor’s degree
Published 11:29 am Saturday, June 25, 2016
Jackson Beall of Bainbridge Island was awarded a bachelor of science degree in mechanical engineering during commencement at Worcester Polytechnic Institute.
The university held its 148th commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 14, in the Worcester Polytechnic Institute campus quadrangle, and 907 bachelor’s degrees were awarded.
This year’s undergraduate address was given by Reshma Saujani, founder and CEO of Girls Who Code, a national nonprofit organization that seeks to equip girls in grades 6 through 12 with computing skills and help close the gender gap in technology. Saujani also received an honorary doctorate in science. Through its summer immersion program and clubs, Girls Who Code is a leader in a growing movement to inspire and educate young women to pursue 21st century opportunities.
In her charge to the Class of 2016, Leshin challenged students to focus on the opportunities ahead. “With your education and your capabilities, we know you will do well in your career, and do well for your families?also be sure to do good – for your community, for your nation, for the planet. Your WPI education has prepared you to make an impact on a much broader stage, and, so, apply what you have learned here for good. In other words, use your WPI degree to make us proud.”
Founded in 1865, Worcester Polytechnic Institute is located in Worcester, Massachusetts and is one of the nation’s first engineering and technology universities.
