Graduates from Penn State University

Laureen E. DiMattia of Lehighton graduated in May from the Pennsylvania State University, University Park.

She is the daughter of Mary Ann DiMattia and Peter DiMattia.

Laureen received a bachelor of arts in psychology and a minor in sociology. She was honored at a separate celebration the morning of graduation for attaining Highest Distinction (top 2 percent) of her class. She received a medal for her achievements. She was also on the dean's list all eight semesters at PSU.

Laureen will continue her education toward a master's of social work at Marywood University.

She is the granddaughter of Peter Kupec and the late Bernadine Kupec of Lansford, and Barbara DiMattia and the late Peter DiMattia of Summit Hill.