Students Graduate in Winter 2001 Commencement

Hudacsko receives Dean's Award

ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 10, 2001 - UMT recently graduated three students as part of its Winter 2001 Commencement.

Rachel Kahn, Ken Hudacsko, and Geoffroy Philippart received Master of Science in Management degrees with majors in Project Management.

"Rachel, Geoffroy and Ken have been excellent students," said UMT Academic Dean J. Davidson Frame. "We've enjoyed having them in our classes, and wish them good luck in their future endeavors."

Philippart praised UMT for its high quality education and dedication to its students.

"I am very happy to have done my master's degree with a university that is so dedicated to its students," he said. "It has been a pleasure all along. The teachers are very professional and extremely competent, thank you for sharing all that knowledge."

Hudacsko, who works as a management analyst at the US General Accounting Office, said he has found his experience at UMT extremely valuable for his work.

"It is delightful to hold in my hand the tangible product of our past years working together, particularly as I think back on how UMT has simulated my thinking, broadened my perspective and provided a refreshing oasis in the midst of daily getting the job done," he said.

Dr. Frame awarded Hudacsko the Dean's Award for his service in creating the UMT Student Council. Mr. Hudacsko drew up the council's bylaws and constitution and previously served as its chairperson.

"We really feel indebted to Ken for all his hard work," Frame said. "The council has been a valuable partner in helping UMT's administration and assisting in the university's growth.

Hudacsko added, "I came to UMT because I recognized a unique opportunity to participate in the founding and growth of the university. So it has been especially satisfying to have been able, in a small way, to contribute to that growth myself.

"By helping the Student Council come into being and take its first fledgling steps, I hope I have been able to promote a better experience for students and start a tradition that will be a part of UMT life for future generations of students," Hudacsko added.