Edwards graduates from UK

Dr. Lindsey Nicole Edwards, a 2012 graduate of Boyle County High School, graduated on May 3, 2019 magna cum laude from UK College of Pharmacy.

Dr. Edwards will begin her career at Inova Fairfax Hospital in Falls Church, Virginia.

Berry College spring 2019 dean’s list announced

ROME, Georgia — The following area students were named to the spring 2019 dean’s list at Berry College.

Hannah Brunner of Danville and Bethany Jackson of Stanford.

The Dean’s List honors students who posted an academic average of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale while carrying a class load of at least 12 hours during the semester.

Fluty graduates from Gatton Academy

BOWLING GREEN – On Saturday, 86 students representing 43 counties from across the Commonwealth of Kentucky were recognized during The Gatton Academy’s 12th graduation ceremony in Western Kentucky University’s Van Meter Hall.

Elaina Fluty (Boyle County High School) was a member of The Gatton Academy’s Class of 2019.

Gatton Academy executive director and mahurin professor of gifted education Dr. Julia Roberts expressed that the graduation ceremony was a celebration for Kentucky.   “Graduation at The Gatton Academy presents a time to celebrate – graduates, their families, and citizens around the Commonwealth,” Roberts said.  “Gatton graduates are well on their way to being leaders in Kentucky’s future.”

Gatton Academy Director Dr. Lynette Breedlove shared her praise for the graduating seniors and her gratitude for the WKU faculty and staff members in making The Gatton Academy both a rewarding and challenging educational experience for Kentucky.

“Graduating from The Gatton Academy requires perseverance and persistence.  These remarkable students have thrived in rigorous classrooms, explored the world through study abroad, and contributed in numerous areas with their research,” Breedlove said.  “These opportunities were made possible through the support of WKU’s exemplary faculty and staff, for which we are grateful.  We are excited to watch each graduate’s next steps as they pursue their future of infinite possibilities.”

Twenty members of the class were selected as National Merit finalists, six seniors earned National Security Language Initiative for Youth (NSLI-Y) scholarships, and two were Goldwater Scholarship recipients. 84 percent of the class participated in faculty-sponsored research during their time at The Gatton Academy, and 18 graduates completed the school’s STEM + Critical Languages curriculum in either Arabic or Chinese. 88 percent of the senior class studied abroad while at The Gatton Academy.  The graduating class completed a total of 5,465 hours of service during their 2-years at The Gatton Academy, which is an average of 63.6 hours per graduating senior and amounts to an economic value of nearly $135,000.

University of the Cumberlands announces graduates

WILLIAMSBURG — University of the Cumberlands congratulates all students who completed their degrees during the 2018-2019 academic year on their graduation.

The following students recently graduated from Cumberlands:

Danielle Kerekes of Harrodsburg, with a bachelor of science in nursing; Erika Barker of Lancaster, with a master of arts in teaching in early elementary education P-5; Lisa Middleton of Lancaster, with a master of arts in education in school guidance counselor; Kara Crawford of Crab Orchard, with a bachelor of science in early elementary education P-5; Kelli Griffin of Harrodsburg, with a bachelor of science in nursing; Bryan Manuel of Stanford, with a bachelor of science in communication arts; Lauren Sheperson of Perryville, with a bachelor of science in early elementary education P-5; John Woodrum of Liberty, with a bachelor of science in business administration; Yolanda Weathers of Danville, with a doctor of education in educational leadership; Caleb Watkins of Lancaster, with a master of arts in professional counseling in clinical mental health counseling.

Record number of students graduate from Campbellsville in May

CAMPBELLSVILLE — “Be kind and work hard, and I promise you amazing things will happen,” Ashli Schmidt Watts, senior vice president of public affairs for the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, told a record number of 2,279 students who received degrees from Campbellsville University during three commencement ceremonies May 3 and 4.

A total of 2,592 students received degrees upon completion of all requirements for graduation during the 2018-19 academic year.

Graduates include:

Danville: Jessica Allen, bachelor of science in general business single option major; Halee Coleman, bachelor of science in general business single option major; Michaela Jarman, bachelor of science in sport management; Zachary Leigh, bachelor of science in criminal justice administration area; Raegan Miller, bachelor of science in psychology; Joseph Tyler, bachelor of science in sport management; Kalin Bottoms, bachelor of science in business administration area/health-care management; Aidan Stewart-Hoskins, bachelor of science in business administration area/management; Sarah Hunt, master of social work with clinical track; Airrion Nettles, master of social work foundation; Kathryn Doolin Johnson, teacher leader master of arts in education; Nancy Cummins, teacher leader master of arts in education; Savannah Workman, teacher leader master of arts in special education;

Harrodsburg: Amelia Lake, associate of science in general studies; Ruthie Gray, associate of science in general studies; Bebe Baker, bachelor of science in liberal arts and science; Christopher Bartels, bachelor of science in general business single option major; Richard Reilly II, bachelor of science in criminal justice administration area; Corey Shewmaker, bachelor of science in general business single option major; Jesalyn Bradford, bachelor of social work; Brandy Laymon, master of business administration; Anthony Patterson, master of business administration; Amy Gordon, teacher leader master of arts in education;

Junction City: James Harris, bachelor of science in liberal arts and science;

Lancaster: Jacob Johnson, bachelor of science in general business single option major; Sarah Estes, bachelor of science in nursing RN to BSN; Amanda Leopold-Brown, master of social work;

Liberty: Allyson Rainwater, bachelor of science in criminal justice administration area; Amy Elmore, bachelor of social work; Meranda Milroy, master of business administration; Karey Sellers, teacher leader master of arts in education;

Parksville: Gregory Wright, bachelor of science in business administration area/human resource man;

Stanford: Michaela Sebastian, bachelor of science in psychology.