The Canisius University Class of 2025 produced nearly 500 graduates who embody the Jesuit mission of academic excellence, service and leadership. This theme that was reinforced by commencement speakers Rev. Zachariah Presutti ’07, HON ’25, SJ, and Zeneta Everhart ’11, HON ’25, both of whom emphasized the institution’s enduring legacy of forming ethically-minded, justice-oriented servant leaders.
While many graduates represent this mission, below are three whose stories showcase the transformative power of a Canisius, Jesuit education:
Courtney Lyons ’25 (above) leveraged faculty mentorship and rigorous academic preparation to earn acceptance to Georgetown University Law School, where she plans to pursue non-profit criminal defense work serving society’s most vulnerable populations. Read her story here.
Katie Castiglia ’25 (above) discovered her calling to serve other through Campus Ministry outreach and leadership in the All-College Honors Program. She will soon begin a year of service with the Jesuit Volunteer Corps in California. Read her story here.
Kian Porhomayon ’25 (above) transformed from a shy freshman into a confident leader who conducted research on academic motivation and food justice. The experience prepared him for his next chapter: medical school at the University at Buffalo’s Jacobs School of Medicine. Click here to read Kian’s story.
Submitted by: University Communications
