Congratulations To Our Newest Graduates! In a heartfelt celebration held on April 24, 2025, we proudly recognized this year’s outstanding graduating students for their achievements in performance, research, and service. Faculty, family, and peers gathered to honor those who went above and beyond in their academic and artistic pursuits throughout the year. Among the recognitions was also The Presser Foundation’s Undergraduate Scholar Award, a prestigious national honor awarded to a student who exemplifies excellence in both music and academics. These students exemplify the talent, discipline, and leadership that define the Wertheim community. 2024–2025 Wertheim Music Student Award Recipients Undergraduate Service Award Trent Krejci, BM in Music Education, euphonium Undergraduate Research Award Franklin Cevallos, BM in Music Education, flute Undergraduate Performance Award Ashley Gomez, BM in Instrumental Performance, viola Graduate Research Award Zaria Graves, MM in Instrumental Performance, viola Graduate Performance Award Catherin Meza, MM in Vocal Performance, soprano Presser Undergraduate Scholar Award Kali Fong, BM in Vocal Performance, mezzo-soprano We are proud to celebrate these individuals and the entire Class of 2025 for their dedication and impact! | 
