CHICAGO, Ill. – On May 15, 2025 in the Emil and Patricia Jones Convocation Center, Chicago State University will welcome the 2025 graduates to its proud rosters of alumni. Included in the number was 23 student-athletes. The commencement ceremony will be spirited as friends, family, and fellow alumni pack the house to honor tomorrow's leaders.
Karen Freeman-Wilson, President and CEO of the Chicago Urban League will deliver the commencement address for the Chicago State University graduating Class of 2025. Freeman-Wilson is an innovative public servant and accomplished attorney, was the first Black woman elected mayor in the state of Indiana, serving her hometown of Gary from 2012 to 2019. Her prior leadership roles include Indiana Attorney General, Director of the Indiana Civil Rights Commission, and CEO of the National Association of Drug Court Professionals. A graduate of Harvard College and Harvard Law School, Freeman-Wilson continues to advocate for economic empowerment, equity, and justice through her work in nonprofit leadership and national service.
The graduating class of CSU Student-Athletes received specialized athletics stole to wear at the commencement ceremony.
Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics
Dr. Monique Carroll and Associate Athletic Director for Student Athlete Success
Whitley Bradley presented the senior student-athletes with a stole on May 12th at the Student-Athlete Stole Ceremony.
Chicago State University Cougars 2025 Graduates
Men's Basketball
Noble Crawford – Bachelor's in Individualized Curriculum
Alexander Raitford – Bachelor's in Sociology
Women's Basketball
Hailey Hohenecker – Bachelor's in Business Administration Management Option
Taylor Norris – Bachelor's in Business Administration Marketing Option
Evangelina Parish – Bachelor's In Health Sciences Pre-Occupational Therapy
Men's Track
Mychah Spells – Bachelor's in Business Administration Marketing Option
Women's Track
Chiara Canini – Bachelor's in Health Sciences Pre-Occupational Therapy
Sanaya Ross – Bachelor's in Individualized Curriculum
Women's Golf
Faith McKinney – Bachelor's in Business Administration Marketing Option
Women's Tennis
Danina Hughes – Bachelor's in Art Design Option
Men's Golf
Julian Colavecchia – Bachelor's in Political Science
Logan Daily – Bachelor's in Business Administration Finance Option
Payton Dunahee – Bachelor's in Business Administration Management Option
Devin Kucy – Bachelor's in Business Administration Management Option
Zackary Phelps – Bachelor's in Business Administration Marketing Option
Women's Soccer
Julianne Arballo – Bachelor's in Biology: Premedical/Predental Option
Trinity Babcock – Bachelor's in Individualized Curriculum
Hannah Bennett – Bachelor's in Biology
Chiara Canini – Bachelor's in Health Sciences Pre-Occupational Therapy
Barbara Castellanos - Master's in Business Administration
Brianna Sanchez - Bachelor's in Business Administration Management Option
Women's Volleyball
Berenice Almeyda – Master's in Business Administration
Andrea Calderon – Master's in Business Administration
Men's Soccer
Yanis Debbarh – Bachelor's in Business Administration Finance Option
Congratulations to the Cougars Class of 2025! We are extremely proud of you and wish you continued success in your future endeavors!
