2024 President’s Circle Inductees


National University is proud to name these 2024 graduating students to this prestigious group celebrating academic excellence and the student’s potential for positive impact. These future professionals will be leading in healthcare, education, military, mental health, public service, business and innovation, and IT sectors.

See below for the full list of our 2024 President’s Circle Inductees and you can read their inspiring stories here or in the accordion below.

The President’s Circle is our way of celebrating exemplary students as National University continues our focused commitment to access, equity, and academic excellence. These future professionals will be leading in healthcare, education, military, mental health, public service, business and innovation, and IT sectors.


Dr. Mark Milliron,
National University President and CEO

Magnus Aghe

Master of Science in Data Science with a Specialization in AI Optimization and Machine Learning

Magnus Aghe’s impressive LinkedIn profile just got more impressive. He recently earned an M.S. in Data Science with a specialization in Artificial Intelligence Optimization and…

Nicholas Ames

Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy

Nicholas “Nick” Ames looks like a strong and burley lumberjack, speaks with a melodious and joyfully optimistic voice, and has an uncanny ability to connect with little kids who somehow see him as a giant teddy bear. They can identify…

Tim “Ty” Becerra

Bachelor of Arts in Sports Psychology

Ty Becerra is the Battalion Chief for Napa Fire. He has served his community as a firefighter for more than 25 years. The sports psychology choice might seem an unorthodox path for a veteran firefighter. As Chief he needs his team to be cohesive…

Kaitlyn Buckley

Master of Science in Homeland Security and Emergency Management

As a very young child, Kaitlyn Buckley first became aware of terrorism on September 11, 2001. She decided early in life she wanted to work in a helping profession and for her it was criminal justice. She earned her bachelor’s…

Dr. Haley Burton

PhD in Business Administration with a Specialization in Financial Management

For newly graduated doctoral student and 2024 National University President’s Circle inductee Dr. Haley Burton, the popular adage “Bloom where you are planted” rings true. Dr. Burton recently earned her PhD in Business…

Mark Cochran

Associate of Science in Business

Mark Cochran is the General Manager for a successful and scaling ship repair business based in San Diego. When the business was launched several years ago it was just Cochran and his business partner. At the time Cochran had just completed five years with the…

Delmar Colorina

Master of Science in Health Informatics

After earning his bachelor’s degree in Biology with honors from De La Salle University in the Philippines in 2006, Delmar Colorina chose to continue his father’s legacy and enlisted with the U.S. Navy. As a Hospital Corpsman, he spent 11 years and 8 months assisting healthcare professionals in…

Dr. Latonya Dennis

PhD in Technology and Information Management with a Specialization in Computer Science

Dr. Latonya Dennis is an exceptionally capable technologist, program manager, entrepreneur, educator, strategist, and artificial intelligence expert. She also has a human-centered approach to work. She cares deeply about technology…

Travis Dubose

Bachelor of Business Administration with a concentration in Logistic and Supply Chain Management

Travis Travis Dubose recently graduated from National University earning his BBA with a concentration in logistics and supply chain management. He landed a job in supply chain management right out of high school and loved it…

Mark Halushka

Master of Arts in Human Resources Management

Mark Halushka is a seasoned Human Resources professional with over 20 years of experience in leadership roles, both as a Human Resources Manager and Director. Driven by a profound belief in servant leadership…

Christa Hunt

Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education

Christa Hunt has been commended by her professors as someone who is a strong, caring advocate for students and their families. She recently earned her Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education at National University…

Dr. Crystal Jones

Doctor of Philosophy in Industrial Organizational Psychology

Dr. Crystal Jones has served in the US Army for 26 years, first enlisting active duty as a paralegal specialist in 1998, then serving as enlisted in the US Army Reserves, and later serving in the US Army Reserves as a cadet…

Amir Khalighi, D.H.A., M.D.

Doctor of Health Administration

Dr. Amir Khalighi recently earned a Doctor of Health Administration, adding that to his Doctor of Medicine degree for double credentials. He has spent 22 years as a healthcare practitioner and administrator with a specialization…

Regina Manzano, J.D.

Associate of Science in Paralegal Studies

Regina Manzano just completed her Associate of Science in Paralegal Studies. The payoff was almost instant. She got a raise at the law firm where she has more than a decade of legal experience. And, she found…

Toshana Martin-Smith

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration

Growing up, Toshana Martin-Smith knew that it would be a tough journey to reach her dream of attending a commencement ceremony to celebrate earning a bachelor’s degree. She made some great decisions along…

S.K. McKenna

Master of Arts in Human Behavioral Psychology

S. K. Mc Kenna exemplifies leadership. He has been recognized by his professors for his academic prowess, his ability to grow from adversity, and his unwavering commitment to achieving his goals. During his service in the U.S. Army as an Infantry Paratrooper…

Thresa Melvin Roth, J.D., PhD

PhD in Data Science with a Specialization in Quantum Machine Learning

Dr. Theresa Melvin Roth was the first in her family to earn a college degree. Her bachelor’s was a liberal arts degree with fluency in Japanese, and a minor in computer science…

Charles Mize

Associate of Science, General Education

Passionate about education as a tool for social justice, workforce development, and economic mobility, Dr. Mohamed recently added an Ed.D. in Education to her impressive resumé. Formerly a global marketing executive for the International Baccalaureate, Mohamed now has a lead role with…

Usma Mohamed, Ed.D.

Doctorate in Education

Passionate about education as a tool for social justice, workforce development, and economic mobility, Dr. Mohamed recently added an Ed.D. in Education to her impressive resumé. Formerly a global marketing executive for the International Baccalaureat…

Sabrina Randhawa

Juris Doctor

Sabrina Randhawa recently graduated with honors from the School of Law at National University and was named to the prestigious 2024 President’s Circle among other accolades. She is the first in her family to earn a university degree, much less a doctorate…

Robin Timmons

Associate of Science in Human Biology

Robin Timmons earned her LVN before COVID-19 hit and found herself working in the urgent care at Cedars Sinai as the first point of contact with COVID patients. Her mother had encouraged her to earn a BSN and become a registered nurse for many years…

Kira Wrobel

Bachelor of Science Clinical Laboratory Sciences

Kira Wrobel can be defined in many ways. She’s a recent graduate of National University with a B.S. in Clinical Laboratory Science and a 3.6+ GPA, and one of 22 graduates across the entire university named to the 2024 President Circle. She is a U.S. Navy…