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Spring graduates announced

2017-07-27
A male graduate gets a hug from a lady following the commencement ceremony in Sylva
 

More than 385 graduates earned their associate degrees, diplomas and/or certificates from Southwestern Community College in the spring 2017 semester.

Among the graduates, 58 earned Cum Laude honors (3.50-3.69 GPA), while 60 were named Magna Cum Laude (3.70-3.89 GPA) and 48 were Summa Cum Laude (3.90-4.00 GPA).

Fourty-two graduates are New Century Scholars, who were identified as “high-potential” students when they were in the seventh grade. After meeting expectations in academics, behavior and service learning, these students were guaranteed the opportunity of an education at Southwestern without the worry of tuition and fees, thanks to the generosity of their respective communities.

The following list includes all graduates, field of study, type of academic credential earned and – when applicable – academic honors.

ALEXANDER COUNTY

Taylorsville: Ashley Nicole Sweet, Associate in Applied Science, Medical Laboratory Technology.

ASHE COUNTY

Jefferson: Lindsey Brooke Hogg, Certificate, Cosmetology (1500 Hours).

BLAIRESVILLE, GEORGIA

Blairesville, Ga: Amber Capps, Associate in Arts, College Transfer.

BROOKLYN, NY

Brooklyn NY: Abdus Salam Azad, Certificate, Information Technology-CISCO.

BUFFALO, NY

Buffalo, New York: Eric Scott Northup, Associate in Science, Summa Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society.

Graduates move their tassels on their graduation caps at the end of the commencement ceremony in Sylva.
 

BUNCOMBE COUNTY

Arden: Chloe Collins, Associate in Applied Science, Advertising and Graphic Design; Emilie Ann McGuire, Associate in Applied Science, Physical Therapist Assistant, Magna Cum Laude.

Asheville: Beckett Isaiah Arnold, Associate in Applied Science, Physical Therapist Assistant, Summa Cum Laude; Meredith A. Edes, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Magna Cum Laude; Jason Gregory Larson, Associate in Applied Science, Physical Therapist Assistant, Summa Cum Laude; Jonquil M. Murphey-Kral, Associate in Arts, College Transfer.

Black Mountain: Sarah Olivia Yontz, Certificate, Wilderness Therapy.

Candler: Kelsey Daneen Buckner, Associate in Applied Science, Medical Sonography, Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society, National Society for Leadership and Success; Timothy Lewis Burdine Jr., Associate in Applied Science, Business Administration, Cum Laude, Alpha Beta Gamma.

Leicester: Christine Vivian Golkowski, Associate in Applied Science, Occupational Therapy Assistant.

Weaverville: Jeffrey Wayne Bailey, Associate in Applied Science, Physical Therapist Assistant; Lori M. Monigold, Associate in Applied Science, Physical Therapist Assistant, Summa Cum Laude.

CHEROKEE COUNTY

Andrews: Marlana D. Baker, Associate in Applied Science, Physical Therapist Assistant, Summa Cum Laude; Melissa Jean McCubbin, Associate in Applied Science, Respiratory Therapy.

Murphy: Lori R. Beaver, Associate in Applied Science, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Summa Cum Laude; Erin Diane Kephart, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society; Keaton Tylor Killian, Associate in Applied Science, Civil Engineering Technology, Associate in Applied Science, Geomatics Technology; Heather Lydia Little, Associate in Applied Science, Respiratory Therapy, Cum Laude.

CLAY COUNTY

Hayesville: Lindsay Michelle Alwine, Associate in Applied Science, Business Administration; Joseph Mark Barnes, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Amanda Nicole Jenkins, Associate in Applied Science, Early Childhood Education; Kalyn Marie Martin, Associate in Applied Science, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Magna Cum Laude; Ashley N. Moyer, Associate in Applied Science, Respiratory Therapy; Erica Maria Roach, Associate in Applied Science, Medical Sonography, Cum Laude; Heather Marie Whitaker, Associate in Applied Science, Physical Therapist Assistant, Summa Cum Laude, National Society for Leadership and Success.

CLAYTON, GA

Clayton, Ga: Audrey Marlene Mize, Associate in Applied Science, Medical Office Administration, Cum Laude, New Century Scholars.

CLEVELAND COUNTY

Lawndale: Dana Marie Mode, Associate in Applied Science, Medical Laboratory Technology, Cum Laude.

DAVIDSON COUNTY

Thomasville: Holly Elizabeth Brock, Certificate, Nurside Aide, Diploma, Pre-Major Nurse Aide, Summa Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society.

FORSYTH COUNTY

Kernersville: Lisa Rudd, Associate in Applied Science, Computer Information Technology- Networking, Certificate, Information Technology - Network Management CISCO, Magna Cum Laude.

Monroe: Oran Mosteller, Certificate, Information Technology – Mobile Applications Developer.

Pfafftown: Tyler Scott Collie, Associate in Applied Science, Physical Therapist Assistant, Cum Laude.

GASTON COUNTY

Gastonia: Shelby Gilliam, Associate in Science.

GRAHAM COUNTY

Robbinsville: Jesse Howard Aldridge, Associate in Applied Science, Civil Engineering Technology, Associate in Applied Science, Geomatics Technology; Katherine McCall Anderson, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing; Hamilton T. Boxberger, Certificate, Wilderness Emergnecy Medicine; Savannah LaShae Cable, Associate in Applied Science, Occupational Therapy Assitant; Eric Cody Davis, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Katlyn Baggarley Eddings, Diploma, Therapeutic Massage, Summa Cum Laude; Sydney Grace Moody, Associate in Applied Science, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Summa Cum Laude; Alexandria Cheyenne Orr, Associate in Applied Science, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Cum Laude.

GUILFORD COUNTY

High Point: Mercedez Marie Melendez, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing.

HARTWELL, Ga.

Hartwell, Ga: Bessie Mirinda Shaw, Associate in Applied Science, Early Childhood Education.

HAYOOD COUNTY

Canton: Kiana Lane Arnette, Associate in Applied Science, Medical Sonography, Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society; Seth Joseph Blanton, Associate in Applied Science, Outdoor Leadership, Certificate, Wilderness Therapy, Summa Cum Laude; Hanna Marie Brookshire, Associate in Applied Science, Medical Sonogrpahy, National Society for Leadership and Success; William Isaac Capers, Associate in Applied Science, Computer Engineering Technology; Lydia Pearl Collette, Associate in Applied Science, Health Information Technology, Certificate, Health Information Technology- Health Informatics; Jessica Taylor Lokerson, Associate in Applied Science, Medical Assisting; Renee McCotter McCoy, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Magna Cum Laude.

Clyde: Destini Jessica Blalock, Associate in Applied Science, Accounting, Certificate, Accounting, Bookkeeping, Certificate, Business Administration, Alpha Beta Gamma, National Technical Honor Society; Hannah Kristen Fletcher, Associate in Applied Science, Radiography; Michaela Ann Hensley, Associate in Applied Science, Respiratory Therapy, Cum Laude; Michael B. Johnson, Diploma, Therapeutic Massage, Summa Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society; Donna Marie Morgan, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, National Technical Honor Society; Melanie Sue Rider, Associate in Applied Science, Business Administration-Office Administration, Associate in Applied Science, Business Administration, Associate in Applied Science, Medical Office Administration; Hannah Louise Strum, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Summa Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society; Megan Paige Trantham, Associate in Applied Science, Emergency Medical Science.

Lake Junaluska: Tracy Lynn Jones, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing, Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society.

Maggie Valley: Ronald Joseph Peters, Associate in Applied Science, Cyber Crime Technology, Cum Laude.

Waynesville: Robin Dale Bradley, Associate in Applied Science, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Cum Laude; Sylvia Ashley Espinosa, Associate in Applied Science, Radiography, Magna Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society, National Society for Leadership and Success; Sierra Paige Franklin, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing-RIBN; Halie Elizabeth Gillett, Associate in Applied Science, Human Services Technology, National Technical Honor Society; Krystan Julie Inman, Associate in Applied Science, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Magna Cum Laude; Bethany Danielle James, Associate in General Education, Certificate, Nurse Aide, Summa Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society; Joseph David Johnson, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Callie J. Nichols, Associate in Applied Science, Respiratory Therapy; Kira Lace Potoski, Associate in Applied Science, Health Information Technology, Certificate, Health Information Technology-Health Informatics, Cum Laude, Alpha Beta Gamma, National Technical Honor Society, National Society for Leadership and Success; Summer Carri Ramsey, Associate in Applied Science, Cosmetology; Amber Capps, Associate in Arts, College Transfer.

HENDERSON COUNTY

Dana: Melinda Tapia Clark, Associate in Applied Science, Occupational Therapy Assistant.  

Hendersonville: Marco Joshua Deleom Asuncion, Associate in Science.

HIAWASEE, GA

Hiawasee, Ga: Jordan Danielle Bender, Associate in Applied Science, Respiratory Therapy, Cum Laude.

IREDELL COUNTY

Mooresville: Katherine Diane Howard, Certificate, Cosmetology (1500 Hours).

JACKSON COUNTY

Cashiers: Karla Paola Magana Almanza, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Magna Cum Laude; April Lynn Arnst, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Sarah Noelle Ballentine, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Tristan Williams Jamison, Certificate, Automotive Systems Technology; Jerry Dalton Kinsey, Associate in Applied Science, Automotive Systems Technology, Certificate, Automotive Systems Technology; Israel Morales, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Cum Laude, New Century Scholars; Jesse Lee Nelson, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Magna Cum Laude; Ashlee Nikole O’Dwyer, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Summa Cum Laude; Bethany Ann-Marie Quinn, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Magna Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society, National Society for Leadership and Success; Erin D. Watson, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing.

Cherokee: Alyssa Plummer Cline, Certificate, Medical Assisting; Emma Hope Cotes, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing, Associate in General Education; Nicholas Charles Jones, Certificate, Automotive Systems Technology; Iris Diana Long, Associate in Applied Science, Office Administration; Jill Cherie Lossiah, Associate in Applied Science, Medical Office Administration, Cum Laude, Alpha Beta Gamma; Mary Leanne Maney, Certificate, Business Administration, Alpha Beta Gamma, National Technical Honor Society; Donna K. Radford, Certificate, Nurse Aide.

Cullowhee: Nicholas Cody Braden, Associate in Applied Science, Outdoor Leadership, Certificate, Emergency Medical Science, Certificate, Wilderness Therapy, Alpha Beta Gamma; Aubrey Marie Callicott, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Freda L. Childers, Diploma, Business Administration, New Century Scholars; Jacob Kenneth Coburn, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Magna Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society; Brittney Lee Collins, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Cum Laude; Rory Eljon Davis, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Hannah Leigh Drye, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing, National Technical Honor Society; Jennifer Leigh Grindel, Associate in Applied Science, Respiratory Therapy, Magna Cum Laude; Christopher Steven Henson, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Summa Cum Laude; David Edward Hopkins, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; James Earl Howe, Associate in Applied Science, Computer Engineering Technology, Associate in Applied Science, Electronics Engineering Technology, Summa Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society; Eliza Raine Huff, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, New Century Scholars; Jonathan Dwight Mashburn, Associate in Applied Science, Computer Engineering Technology, Magna Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society; Sarah Elizabeth Matthews, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society; Marie Louise McCollum, Associate in Applied Science, Early Childhood Education; Miguel Angel Oroz III, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, National Society for Leadership and Success; Jacob V. Parris, Certificate, Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration Technology; Hunter James Pate, Associate in Applied Science, Automotive Systems Technology; Dakota Lynn Perez, Associate in Science, Summa Cum Laude, New Century Scholars; Rebecca Suzanne Prichard, Associate in Applied Science, Emergency Medical Science, Magna Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society; William Taylor Ramsey, Associate in Applied Science, Computer Information Technology, Magna Cum Laude; Maegan Merikay Rathbone, Associate in Applied Science, Respiratory Therapy, Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society; Rex A. Scanlan, Certificate, Automotive Systems Technology; Desiree Lee Selby, Associate in Applied Science, Human Services Technology, Summa Cum Laude; Luke Sipler, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Sarah Beth Stallings, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing - RIBN, National Society for Leadership and Success; Caleb Michael Sullivan, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, New Century Scholars; William James Tanaka, Associate in Science, Summa Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society; Ally Caroline Vickery, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Summa Cum Laude, National Society for Leadership and Success; Barrett Michael Wall, Associate in Applied Science, Outdoor Leadership. 

Dillsboro: Dereka Marie Taylor, Certificate, Nurse Aide, National Technical Honor Society. 

Glenville: Leann Rose Kern, Certificate, Cosmetology (1500 Hours), National Technical Honor Society, New Century Scholars; Estefano Isaac Ramirez, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Summa Cum Laude; Venus Quetzal Ramirez, Associate in Arts, College Transfer.

Sylva: Faisal Maqbool Adam, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Magna Cum Laude; Robert Jordan Allen, Associate in General Education, Cum Laude; Leeann Vickie Allison, Associate in Applied Science, Business Administration; Colton Lee Bailey, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Magna Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society; Barbara Gail Barnes, Certificate, Payroll Accounting; Amber Nicole Bennett, Associate in Applied Science, Medical Office Administration; Laura Yvette Bennett, Associate in Applied Science, Office Administration, New Century Scholars; Sean Michael Botzenhart, Associate in Applied Science, Outdoor Leadership, Magna Cum Laude; Cristen Nicole Brantley, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Tracy Christina Brooks, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing, New Century Scholars; Jessica Fish Brown, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing; Madison Lane Buchanan, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing, New Century Scholars; Cameron Glen Canle, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Summa Cum Laude; Matthew Ryan Cagle, Diploma, Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration Technology; Nancy R. Crawford, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Summa Cum Laude; Ty Gavin Crawford, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Magna Cum Laude; Dalton Chadwick Crowe, Certificate, Cosmetology (1500 Hours); Austin Barrett Derico, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Ethan Thomas Eyler, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Kelcei P. Fisher, Associate in Applied Science, Medical Laboratory Technology, Cum Laude; Philip Douglas Fisher, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Summa Cum Laude; Jacob Daniel Fiskeaux, Associate in Science, Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society, New Century Scholars; Madeleine Eugenia Franzen, Associate in Applied Science, Culinary Arts, Magna Cum Laude, Alpha Beta Gamma, National Technical Honor Society; Sydney Caroline Fulmer, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Cum Laude, New Century Scholars; Clayton Parker Gunter, Associate in Applied Science, Radiography, Magna Cum Laude; Tammy L. Haskett, Diploma, Therapeutic Massage;  Sylva: Phillip R. Henson, Associate in Applied Science, Automotive Systems Technology, Certificate,  Automotive Systems Technology; Kayla F. Jackson, Certificate, Business Administration; Johnathan Lewis Kilby, Associate in Applied Science, Criminal Justice Technology, Magna Cum Laude; Whitney Renee Mathis, Associate in Applied Science, Culinary Arts; Laura Ashley McCoy, Associate in Applied Science, Early Childhood Education, New Century Scholars; Alex Joseph Monsrud, Associate in Applied Science, Outdoor Leadership, Certificate, Wilderness Therapy, Cum Laude; Chace Hunter Morgan, Certificate, Basic Mechatronics; Ricardo Navarro, Diploma, Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration Technology, Summa Cum Laude; Mackenna Leigh Omer, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Cum Laude; Mackenzie Grace Puckett, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Shawn Ray Rasnic, Certificate, Business Administration; Dina Daniela Rigal, Associate in Applied Science, Medical Sonography, Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society; Ashley Jeanea Rogers, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing; Jacob Scifers, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Heather Danielle Shepherd, Associate in Applied Science, Medical Office Administration, Cum Laude; Wioletta Agnieszka Koniecko Sikorska, Associate in Applied Science, Business Administration, Magna Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society; Deborah Michelle Smith, Associate in Applied Science, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Cum Laude, New Century Scholars; Sam Alexander Stillwell, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Jessica Dellinger Swanger, Associate in Applied Science, Medical Assisting, Summa Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society; Jessica L. Thompson, Associate in Applied Science, Medical Laboratory Technology, Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society; Tammy L. Thomson, Diploma, Therapeutic Massage; Ashley Marie Winters, Associate in Applied Science, Medical Sonography, Magna Cum Laude; Bradleigh Skyler Wykle, Associate in Arts, College Transfer.

Tuckasegee: Angela Marie Beck, Diploma, Business Administration, Magna Cum Laude, National Society for Leadership and Success; Lula Madalyn Chastain, Associate in Applied Science, Business Administration, Alpha Beta Gamma, New Century Scholars; Makayla Jane Chastain, Associate in Applied Science, Medical Assisting; Isis E. Colex, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Michala Chelsea Luker, Associate in Applied Science, Business Administration, New Century Scholars; Ashley Ann Queen, Diploma, Therapeutic Massage, Cum Laude; James Phillip Stafford, Associate in Applied Science, Outdoor Leadership.

Webster: Rebekah Elizabeth Rhodes, Associate in Science.

Whittier: Jared Cole Buchanan, Certificate, Welding Technology, New Century Scholars; Jennifer Sierra Byrum, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing, National Society for Leadership and Success; Thomas James David Clark, Associate in Applied Science, Electronics Engineering Technology, Cum Laude; Raven Michael Cole, Certificate, Carpentry; Samuel Edward Estes, Associate in Applied Science, Computer Engineering Technology; Tyler E. Hance, Associate in Applied Science, Criminal Justice Technology, Magna Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society, National Society for Leadership and Success; Brian T. Huff, Certificate, Health Information Technology - Health Informatics; William H. Johnson, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Magna Cum Laude; Noah Bryan Leamon, Certificate, Basic Mechatronics; Ricky Donavan Marr, Associate in Applied Science, Emergency Medical Science; Bodie John Parker, Certificate, Welding Technology; Rachel Nicole Reisinger, Certificate, Cosmetology (1500 Hours); Riana E. Rich, Certificate, Nurse Aide; Alma Gail Russ, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Magna Cum Laude; Glenna Rose Sessoms, Associate in Science, Summa Cum Laude; Kimberly M. Smith, Certificate, Cosmetology (1500 Hours), National Technical Honor Society; Kayla Lynette Wright, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Magna Cum Laude, National Society for Leadership and Success, New Century Scholars.

JONES COUNTY

Pollocksville: Christina Danielle Rudd, Diploma, Therapeutic Massage, Cum Laude.

MACON COUNTY

Franklin: Jason Keith Arvey, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Myah Glory Baird, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Samantha Brooke Barrett, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Magna Cum Laude; Benjamin Stuart Beach, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Alpha Beta Gamma, National Technical Honor Society, New Century Scholars; Haley Nikole Blackburn, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Cum Laude; Billy Calvin Blackwell, Associate in Applied Science, Computer Information Technology; Logan Roger Blanton, Associate in Applied Science, Electronics Engineering Technology; Leela Joy Boatright, Associate in Applied Science, Radiography; Johnathan Tyler Bowman, Associate in Applied Science, Civil Engineering Technology, Geomatics Technology; Melissa Grace Bowman, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing  - RIBN; Horace Arnold Braswell, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, National Society for Leadership and Success; Michelle Moody Bryson, Associate in Applied Science, Medical Office Administration, Magna Cum Laude; Samantha Megan Bryson, Associate in Applied Science, Automotive Systems Technology, New Century Scholars; Forest Greene Byrd, Certificate, Automotive Systems Technology; Samantha Brooke Cagle, Certificate, Phlebotomy, New Century Scholars; Carliann Desirae Caliendo, Associate in Applied Science, Certificate, Early Childhood Education, Infant/Toddler Care, Summa Cum Laude; Lauren Nicole Capoccia, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, New Century Scholars; Sarah Patricia Carpenter, Associate in Applied Science, Radiography, Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society; Savannah Jeanette Conley, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Magna Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society; Kristen Nicole Cope, Associate in Applied Science, Radiography, New Century Scholars; Lawrence E. Crawford, Associate in Applied Science, Business Administration, Summa Cum Laude; Megan Lynn Crisp, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, New Century Scholars; Taylor Marie Croston, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Jason A. Crowe, Certificate, Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration Technology; Jennifer Irene Cunningham, Associate in Applied Science, Occupational Therapy Assistant, New Century Scholars; Megan Nicole Davis, Associate in Applied Science, Computer Information Technology, Magna Cum Laude, New Century Scholars; Erika Michel Deleon, Associate in Applied Science, Cosmetology; Lucas Andrew Dodge, Certificate, Automotive Systems Technology; Tracey Marie Driver, Associate in Applied Science, Business Administration, Cum Laude, Alpha Beta Gamma; Alison Renee Evans, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Kendall Amber Farrell, Associate in Science, Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society, New Century Scholars; Angela Neona Fetrat, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Cum Laude; Kimberly Joy Foss, Diploma, Therapeutic Massage; Mariah Lynn Francescutti, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing, New Century Scholars; Chala Irene Gaither, Associate in Applied Science, Human Services Technology, Human Services Technology Substance Abuse; Jennifer Fabiola Garcia, Certificate, Diploma, Nurse Aide, Nurse Aide; Alecia M. Gerra, Associate in Applied Science, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Summa Cum Laude; Ruth M. Gibson, Associate in Applied Science, Accounting, Business Administration, Certificate, Tax Accounting, Certificate, Magna Cum Laude; Elijah Patrick Godwin, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Associate in Science, Cum Laude; Avery Lauren Graham, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Sergei Nikolaevich Gubarev, Certificate, Advanced Mechatronics, National Technical Honor Society; Ryan Christian Haven, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Rebecca E. Hodor, Associate in Applied Science, Physical Therapist Assistant, Magna Cum Laude; Ian M. Houston, Diploma, Automotive Systems Technology, Alex V. Hurst, Associate in Applied Science, Business Administration, Magna Cum Laude, National Society for Leadership and Success; Cristina Guadalupe Hurtado, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Magna Cum Laude; Matthew W. Ivey, Certificate, Culinary Arts , Alpha Beta Gamma, National Technical Honor Society; Isaac Richard Jay, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, New Century Scholars; Amanda Lynn Jenkins, Associate in Applied Science, Human Services Technology, Magna Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society; Christopher Lestat Jenkins, Associate in Applied Science, Respiratory Therapy; Luz Alejandra Jimenez, Diploma, Cosmetology, Cum Laude; Brendan Patrick Karcher, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, New Century Scholars; Melissa Ann Keener, Associate in Applied Science, Business Administration, Summa Cum Laude, Alpha Beta Gamma, National Technical Honor Society; Emily Tisha Kimsey, Associate in Applied Science, Advertising and Graphic Design, Summa Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society, National Society for Leadership and Success; Paul Judson Kinsland, Associate in Applied Science, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Magna Cum Laude; Shelby Ann Klein, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing; Sandra Lapp, Associate in Applied Science, Medical Office Administration, Magna Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society; Zachary John Lona, Diploma, Therapeutic Massage, Magna Cum Laude; Nina Gail Lovell, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, National Society for Leadership and Success; Marquel Dejuan Manning, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Cum Laude; Megan Kari Marsten, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing, Magna Cum Laude; Ana Citlalic Martinez, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, National Society for Leadership and Success; Brenda Daniela Martinez, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Karena Victoria Mason, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Cum Laude; Shannon LeeAnn McCall, Associate in Applied Science, Accounting, Accounting, Bookkeeping, Certificate, Business Administration, Certificate, Payroll Accounting, Certificate, Tax Accouting, Certificate, Summa Cum Laude; Ashley Turpin McCoy, Associate in Applied Science, Paralegal Technology, Magna Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society; Tara A. Montgomery, Certificate, Business Administration; Kevin Hunter Moore, Associate in Applied Science, Radiography; Jesse Alan Moore, Associate in Applied Science, Electronics Engineering Technology, Summa Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society; Sean P. Moore, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Associate in Science; Grace Nolan, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Jessica Shae Oliver, Associate in Applied Science, Medical Laboratory Technology; Francy  Pachon, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Associate in Science, Summa Cum Laude; Luis Angel Perez, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, National Society for Leadership and Success; Sandra Rangel Perez, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Cum Laude; George Phuong, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Magna Cum Laude; Rich Phuong, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Magna Cum Laude; Paiton Alexus Ray, Associate in Science, New Century Scholars; Edward Chandler Rich, Certificate, Accounting, Certificate, Accounting, Accounting Bookkeeping; George Camron Roper, Associate in Applied Science, Civil Engineering Technology, Associate in Applied Science, Geomatics Technology; Christopher David Rowland, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Micaiah Elaine Rowland, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Kimberly Vazquez Ruelas, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Lisa Faye Sanford, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing; Sarah Elizabeth Sapp, Associate in Applied Science, Paralegal Technology, Magna Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society; James Derek Scruggs, Associate in Applied Science, Civil Engineering Technology, Associate in Applied Science, Geomatics Technology; Serena Murcray Shampine, Associate in Applied Science, Health Information Technology; David Matthew Sherwood, Associate in Applied Science, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Phi Theta Kappa, National Technical Honor Society; Madison Drae Shuler, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Cum Laude; Danny Ross Simmons, Associate in Applied Science, Medical Sonography; John M. Slinkard, Associate in Science, Summa Cum Laude; Elizabeth Shaye Steele, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Amalie Klingenberg Stenersen, Associate in Applied Science, Cosmetology, Summa Cum Laude; Stephanie  Ann Sutton, Associate in Applied Science, Early Childhood Education; MacKenzie Sky Taylor, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, New Century Scholars; Zoe Belle Templeton, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, National Society for Leadership and Success; Crystal Lynn Thomas, Associate in Applied Science, Medical Laboratory Technology, Magna Cum Laude; Kellie Nicole Trammel, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; James William H. Tyson, Associate in Applied Science, Civil Engineering Technology, Geomatics Technology; Caroline Elizabeth Vargas, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Angel David Velazquez-Garcia, Associate in Applied Science, Electronics Engineering Technology; Ashley Nicole Ward, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing; Jessa Raylan Waters, Certificate, Cosmetology (1500 Hours); Jonathan Mark Watson, Associate in Applied Science, Certificate, Automotive Systems Technology, Automotive Systems Technology; Faith Nicole Williamson, Associate in Applied Science, Respiratory Therapy, New Century Scholars; Matthew Daniel Wright, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Magna Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society, National Society for Leadership and Success.

Highlands: Alissa Kathryn Cutshaw, Certificate, Cosmetology (1500 Hours); Sarah E. Henry, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Summa Cum Laude; Hannah Hvazdzeuskaya, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing-RIBN; Brenda Hogan Lopez, Diploma, Therapeutic Massage, Cum Laude.

Otto: Jacoby Demont, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Lindsey M. Ellinger, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Hilary Joy Helmer, Associate in Applied Science, Health Information Technology, Summa Cum Laude, Alpha Beta Gamma, National Technical Honor Society, National Soceity for Leadership and Success; Evan Corey McCourt, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; James Phillip Roberson, Associate in Science; Charles Edward Sanders, Certificate, Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration Technology.

Scaly Mountain: Jocelynn McKinley Moseley, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Cum Laude; Charles Worth Oliver, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Kassie Leigh Ann Vinson, Diploma, Cosmetology, Cum Laude.

MADISON COUNTY

Hot Springs: Kristine Marie Johnson, Associate in Applied Science, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Summa Cum Laude.

MECKLENBURG COUNTY

Archdale: Alexandra Liane Bialek, Associate in Applied Science, Radiography, Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society.

Charlotte: Ryan Entingh Matson, Certificate, Automotive Systems Technology.

NEWBERRY, SC

Newberry, SC: John Bryan Milstead, Associate in Applied Science, Physical Therapist Assistant, Magna Cum Laude.

QUALLA BOUNDARY

Cherokee: Holli Jeanne Bird, Certificate, Nurse Aide; Marcie Leigh Blythe, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing-RIBN, National Technical Honor Society, New Century Scholars; Crystal Lynn Chotalia, Associate in Applied Science, Human Services Technology, Certificate, Human Services Technology Substance Abuse; Alyssa Plummer Cline, Certificate, Medical Assisting; Emma Hope Cotes, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing, Associate in General Education; Chase Crow, Certificate, Automotive Systems Technology; Cody Louis Epps, Certificate, Advanced Mechatronics, Certificate, General Education Mechatronics, New Century Scholars; James Brent Gloyne, Certificate, Automotive Systems Technology; Nicholas Charles Jones, Certificate, Automotive Systems Technology; Iris Diana Long, Associate in Applied Science, Office Administration; Sadie R. Long, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Jill Cherie Lossiah, Associate in Applied Science, Medical Office Administration, Cum Laude, Alpha Beta Gamma; Mary Leanne Maney, Certificate, Business Administration, Alpha Beta Gamma, National Technical Honor Society; Larissa Rae Martinez, Associate in Arts, Emergency Medical Science; Robert Ryan Murray, Associate in Applied Science, Computer Information Technology-Networking, Certificate, Cisco, Summa Cum Laude; Amelia Leigh Owle, Certificate, Accouting, Certificate Tax Accounting, Alpha Beta Gamma, National Technical Honor Society; Donna K. Radford, Certificate, Nurse Aide; Christopher Santoyo, Certificate, Mechatronics Engineering Technology; Shalana Marie Wachacha, Certificate, Business Administration; Corbin J. Wildcatt, Certificate, Mechatronics Engineering Technology; Christian Ray Wilson, Associate in Arts, College Transfer.

SALEM, SC

Salem, SC: Jessie Amanda Higdon, Associate in Applied Science, Physical Therapist Assistant, Magna Cum Laude.

SUMMERVILLE, SC

Summerville, SC: Reid Patterson McCollum, Associate in Applied Science, Outdoor Leadership, Certificate, Wilderness Therapy, Cum Laude, Alpha Beta Gamma, National Technical Honor Society.

SWAIN COUNTY

Almond: Kelsey Alaine Jenkins, Certificate, Early Childhood Education.

Bryson City: Ashley Lee Barker, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Christopher Scott Barker, Associate in Applied Science, Criminal Justice Technology, Cum Laude; Adie Rose Bjerkness, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Summa Cum Laude; Isaac F. Bjerkness, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Magna Cum Laude; Cody James Cloer, Associate in Applied Science, Advanced Mechatronics, Certificate, General Education Mechatronics, Certificate, Mechatronics Engineering Technology, New Century Scholars; Michelle E. DeHart, Certificate, Phlebotomy; Kimberly Michele Duplak, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Colin Melhado Durie, Certificate, Outdoor Leadership; William Wesley Ensley, Certificate, Carpentry; Cordell David Green, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; James Henry Green, Associate in Applied Science, Computer Information Technology- Networking, Cum Laude; Dillon B. Gross, Associate in Fine Arts, New Century Scholars; Dakoda Jackson Hall, Certificate, Advanced Mechatronics; Austin James Hampton, Certificate, Carpentry; Cameron Lee Hampton, Certificate, Carpentry; Melissa Elaine Humphrey, Associate in Applied Science, Medical Assisting; Colby L. Hyatt, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Laurie Bowers Hyatt, Associate in Applied Science, Business Admininistration-Office Admininistration; Mikel Laws, Certificate, Carpentry, New Century Scholars; Bronson R. Lindsay, Associate in Applied Science, Accounting, Diploma, Business Administration, Summa Cum Laude, Alpha Beta Gamma, National Technical Honor Society, National Society for Leadership and Success; Kimberly M. Mason, Diploma, Emergency Medical Science, New Century Scholars; Jake Marvin McHan, Associate in Applied Science, Radiography, Magna Cum Laude, National Technical Honor Society, National Society for Leadership and Success; Tyler Joseph Morgan, Certificate, Carpentry; David Wayne Parton, Associate in Applied Science, Accounting, Certificate, Payroll Accounting, Certificate, Tax Accounting, Magna Cum Laude, Alpha Beta Gamma, National Technical Honor Society; Jason Lee Pummer, Associate in Applied Science, Accounting, Certificate, Accounting Bookkeeping, Certificate, Payroll Accounting, Certificate, Tax Accounting, Cum Laude, Alpha Beta Gamma, National Technical Honor Society; Casey Robinson, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Summa Cum Laude; Caleb James Rowland, Diploma, Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration Technology; Brittany LeAnne Shuler, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing; Katrina Hope Stanberry, Certificate, Nurse Aide, Diploma, Nurse Aide, Cum Laude; Daniel Franklin Starling, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Stanley Daniel Taylor, Certificate, Carpentry; Angela P. Tourtellott, Associate in General Education, Magna Cum Laude; Caleb McKay Wiggins, Certificate, Mechatronics Engineering Technology; Tyler E. Wike, Certificate, Outdoor Leadership, National Society for Leadership and Success; Matthew Allen Williams, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Tyler Vincent Wolf, Certificate, Carpentry; Tara Workman, Associate in Applied Science, Business Administration - Electronic Commerce, Magna Cum Laude, Alpha Beta Gamma, National Technical Honor Society.

Cherokee: Holli Jeanne Bird, Certificate, Nurse Aide; Marcie Leigh Blythe, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing-RIBN, National Technical Honor Society, New Century Scholars; Crystal Lynn Chotalia, Associate in Applied Science, Human Services Technology, Certificate, Human Services Technology Substance Abuse; Chase Crow, Certificate, Automotive Systems Technology; Cody Louis Epps, Certificate, Advanced Mechatronics, Certificate, General Education Mechatronics, New Century Scholars; James Brent Gloyne, Certificate, Automotive Systems Technology; Sadie R. Long, Associate in Arts, College Transfer; Larissa Rae Martinez, Associate in Arts, Emergency Medical Science; Robert Ryan Murray, Associate in Applied Science, Computer Information Technology-Networking, Certificate, Cisco, Summa Cum Laude; Amelia Leigh Owle, Certificate, Accouting, Certificate Tax Accounting, Alpha Beta Gamma, National Technical Honor Society; Christopher Santoyo, Certificate, Mechatronics Engineering Technology; Shalana Marie Wachacha, Certificate, Business Administration; Corbin J. Wildcatt, Certificate, Mechatronics Engineering Technology; Christian Ray Wilson, Associate in Arts, College Transfer.

TRANSYLVANIA COUNTY

Brevard: Megan Paige Richardson, Certificate, Cosmetology (1500 Hours).

Lake Toxaway: Benjamin Scott Riddle, Associate in Arts, College Transfer, Cum Laude.

WAKE COUNTY

Raleigh: Sadie Jo Maria Sequoya, Associate in Arts, College Transfer.

Wake Forest: Karson Leigh Fleet, Associate in Applied Science, Respiraotry Therapy, Cum Laude.

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