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ALAMOSA, Colo. (December 18, 2025) – The Adams State University, located in Alamosa, Colo., School of Education faculty recognizes Gianna Vezzani as an outstanding graduate from the fall 2025 class.
Vezzani, from Trinidad, Colo., received a Bachelor of Arts in mathematics with secondary teacher licensure. As a legacy student, Vezzani connected with the small town and tight knit community. “I built great relationships with my professors and appreciated the smaller class size.” Vezzani’s mother received her Master of Arts in school counseling and is earning a second master’s.
Currently employed at Trinidad High School as a mathematics teacher, Vezzani plans on staying at her high school alma mater and giving back to her community. “It is nice to come back to my hometown and create future generations of successful and hardworking young adults.”
The School of Education professors ensured her success as a student. “They created a great support system. I am grateful to have created so many professional relationships during my time at Adams State.”
As a work-study assistant in the Records Office for four years, and as a teacher’s assistant for a semester, Vezzani received support and professional experience. “My supervisors in the Records Office were very supportive and caring. I created many friendships in this office that will last a lifetime. I was grateful to receive teaching experience at a higher level as a TA. I was excited to work closely with my professor and advisor, Peter Anderson.”
She graduates without student debt in four years. Vezzani received the NSF Robert Noyce Teacher’s Scholarships and many other institutional scholarships. “It is an amazing feeling to graduate with a four-year degree and not have student loans to pay back.”
Vezzani was on the Cheer Squad for two years. “I have matured and grown from my first to final year. I learned how to balance challenging classes, extracurricular activities, and being on my own for the first time. I was able to create so many friendships here in Alamosa. It also taught me to get back up and work harder every time you get knocked down.”
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