Joshua Ballance receives Commencement Award at Bryant University

SMITHFIELD, RI (05/21/2012)(readMedia)-- The following Bryant University student received a commencement award at Bryant's 149th Commencement on Saturday, May 19.

Joshua Ballance, of Hampton Falls received the Excellence in Economics Award presented to a graduating senior with the highest grade point average in the major. He was awarded a Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Mathematics, Economics and Applied Statistics, magna cum laude.

Since its founding nearly 150 years ago, Bryant University has developed the knowledge and character of its students in order to help them achieve success. A unique integration of business and liberal arts defines the Bryant educational experience and provides skills in technology, critical thinking, and communication that are needed to compete in today's global environment. Located in Rhode Island, the University has more than 3,650 full- and part-time undergraduate and graduate students. Bryant is accredited by NEASC - New England Association of Schools and Colleges, and the College of Business is accredited by AACSB International – The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. The University's business outreach centers offer a wealth of resources to professionals and businesses in this region.