Clark University School of Professional Studies

Congratulations to this year's honorees at the School of Professional Studies annual awards ceremony! Students and faculty were recognized for their academic excellence and positive community influence. Discover more ➡️ https://www.clarku.edu/schools/professional-studies/2026/05/20/sps-students-and-faculty-recognized-at-annual-awards/

SPS students and faculty recognized in annual awards The recipients of this year’s awards for outstanding School of Professional Studies (SPS) students and faculty were announced as part of Clark University’s Commencement celebrations. The newest members of the Alpha Epsilon Lambda Graduate Honor Society were inducted at the ceremony, and the full...

Students presented at the International Conference on Applied Computing (CAC) 2026, supervised by Professor Emre Tokgoz. We proudly recognize students Mavira Bhattarai, Khashayar Vani, Lawrence Darko Baah, and Sharmendra Desiboyina for their exceptional contributions with advanced research and problem-solving. 🎉🥳

Their work focused on Quantum AI, machine learning for network optimization, and applications in healthcare and industry.

➡️ "Network of Quantum Convolutional Neural Networks" by Sharmendra Desiboyina
➡️ "An Integrated Quantum PCA and Network of Quantum Neural Networks Approach with an Application to Kidney Cancer." by Lawrence Darko Baah
➡️ "Multi-Criteria Network Routing Optimization Using Machine Learning Using Authentic and Simulated Datasets" by Khashayar Vani
➡️ "A Production Scheduling Framework Using Machine Learning in Hybrid Manufacturing" by Mavira Bhattarai

Sponsored by the accredited STEM-designated Master's in Project Management program, our recent PM Challenge brought graduate students together to develop practical, executable project plans to maximize results with minimal budget and resources. 📈💡

PM Challenge supports Worcester nonprofit in addressing food insecurity The School of Professional Studies recently concluded the PM Challenge, a multi-round competition that brought graduate students together to develop practical, executable project plans for a local nonprofit.

🎓✨ Commencement reminder! ✨🎓

Graduating Clarkies — don't forget to register for Commencement and order your tickets, cap, and gown by this Friday, March 20.

Undergraduates, please check your CU web student profile to confirm whether you’re receiving a Bachelor of Science or a Bachelor of Arts and make your regalia purchase accordingly.

Find more important information and deadlines at clarku.edu/commencement/prepare

We can't wait to celebrate our graduates! 🎉

📢 Calling all Clarkie Grad Students! Are you ready to enhance your project planning abilities? 💡🎯 Don't miss out on the Project Management Challenge to demonstrate your skills! Registration open until February 16th. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdZOPSIa9E2oo7fM3hY7gkhIyIViBxJN-x4KKCI5i69F7t98g/viewform

Museum of Worcester will open at noon on Tuesday, January 27 as our staff digs out from the storm. We suggest calling before coming to 30 Elm Street.

Snowball Fight, Photograph by George Co***ne, 1952