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Mary Vail, ’13 Executive MBA, was the executive producer of a public service announcement, “Float Like a Duck,” which won an Award of Distinction in the 2015 International Videographer Awards competition. The PSA was a collaboration between Paragon Pools and Clark County. She represented Paragon Pools on the project. Among her contributions were developing the concept, writing the script, coordinating the production, and scouting locations. Starring the family-friendly mascot, Duckie, the PSA promotes the importance of water safety, especially for people with children. It may be viewed on YouTube.

Ann Sheahan, ’13 JD, is the domestic violence court coordinator of the Ada County Domestic Violence Court in Boise, Idaho.

Pete Reyes, ’13 BA Psychology, recently was promoted to compensation and recruitment coordinator for ���ӽ紫ý’s human resources department. He previously was a personnel technician 3. He is pursuing a master of public administration degree at ���ӽ紫ý. Before beginning his undergraduate studies, he spent a few years playing guitar in an indie rock band, In Aviate. The group released two albums through Rise Records and toured the nation numerous times. His hobbies include writing, recording, and playing music; attending music festivals; hiking; and camping. He lives in North Las Vegas.

Josh Millan, ’13 MS Hotel Administration, recently was promoted to project manager for retail, dining, and entertainment for Pinnacle Entertainment. In his new role, he assists with developing and supporting implementation of the company’s strategic engagement plan. Previously, he was manager of labor planning for the company.

Kelsey Fraga, ’13 BA Journalism and Media Studies, began work right after graduation as an assistant account executive at HeBS Digital, a company that provides digital marketing for hotels. She since has received two Above and Beyond awards and was promoted this year to account executive. She is training for the Disneyland marathon. Other hobbies include taking workout classes and hiking. She lives in Henderson with her husband, three cats, and two dogs.

Tamara Prouty Day, ’13 BA Psychology, has worked for the court system for more than 16 years. Her hobbies include hiking, camping, reading, and traveling. The mother of two has seven grandchildren and one more on the way. She lives in St. George, Utah. 

Zachary Conine, ’13 JD, founded Joseph Beare & Company, a management consulting firm that specializes in start-ups and large-scale feasibility work.

Christopher Blinzinger, ’13 MS Public Administration, has been the emergency manager for the city of Provo, Utah, since 2010. He served as chairman of the Utah County Local Emergency Planning Committee in 2014. This year he was elected president of the Utah Emergency Management Association. His hobbies include bicycle touring of the West, backpacking in the Rocky Mountains, fishing, and reading history. He and his wife have a blended family of eight children. They live in Pleasant Grove.

Frank Beninato, ’13 JD, received a Master of Laws degree in taxation at the University of Miami School of Law this year.

Richard Andrews, ’13 JD, was commissioned as an officer in the U.S. Navy Judge Advocate General Corps in 2013. He is stationed at Washington Navy Yard in Washington, D.C. Earlier this year, he spent 10 weeks attending the Naval Justice School.

Roxanne Angelie San Jose, ’12 BA Political Science, is the author of Annagram, a fantasy fiction book for both young adults and adults. Her hobbies include reading and biking.

Ashly Ryan, ’12 BS Business Administration, started working for NV Energy in January as the business coordinator for the renewable energy and origination department and was promoted to associate renewable energy analyst in July. She now is pursuing a graduate certificate in solar and renewable energy at ���ӽ紫ý. In the last year, she has traveled to the United Kingdom, France, Spain, and Mexico. She also enjoys playing tennis, sewing, reading, and playing with her golden retriever, Mickey.