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Summer Commencement 2020Summer Commencement 2020Saturday, August 8
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
MISSION STATEMENT
As a Christian university which embraces its Baptist heritage and namesake, William Carey University provides quality educational programs,
within a caring Christian academic community, which challenge the individual student to excel in
scholarship, leadership, and service in a diverse global society.
VISION
William Carey University is a community of learners which seeks to blend faith and learning with living.
Within this unique nurturing and challenging environment, students prepare to fulfill their diverse callings
in the larger global community.
THE CAREY CREED
“Expect great things from God; attempt great things for God.”
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Commencement Ceremonies ~ August, 2020Ceremony 1 ~ 10:00 a.m. .................................................................... Page 6College of Health Sciences ~ Graduate and UndergraduateJoseph and Nancy Fail School of Nursing ~ Doctoral, Graduate, and Undergraduate
Ceremony 2 ~ 11:00 a.m. .................................................................. Page 12School of Education ~ Doctoral and Education Specialist
Ceremony 3 ~ 1:00 p.m. .................................................................... Page 19School of Education ~ Graduate and Undergraduate
Ceremony 4 ~ 2:00 p.m. .................................................................... Page 23Ralph and Naomi Noonkester School of Arts & Letters ~ Graduate and UndergraduateSchool of Business ~ Graduate and UndergraduateCooper School of Missions and Ministry Studies ~ UndergraduateDonald and Frances Winters School of Music ~ Graduate and UndergraduateSchool of Natural & Behavioral Sciences ~ Graduate and Undergraduate
Tradition Graduates ........................................................................ Page 29
Baton Rouge Graduates. ................................................................ Page 33
The above ceremonies are presented on the WCU website due to inability to assemble during COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.
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Graduate and Undergraduate Commencement August 8, 2020*
INVOCATION ....................................................................................................Dr. Teresa Poole Associate Dean of Education
WELCOME .........................................................................................................Dr. Tommy King President
The honorary degree will be awarded on August 27.
AWARDING OF HONORARY DEGREE .................................................................... Dr. King Doctor of Public Service—Senator Roger Wicker
ADDRESS .......................................................................United States Senator Roger F. Wicker
THE CONFERRING OF DEGREES ............................................................................. Dr. King
RECOMMENDATION FOR DEGREES ANDPRESENTATION OF THE CANDIDATES .................................................Dr. Garry Breland Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost
WELCOME TO THE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION ....................................... Mrs. Pam Shearer Director of Alumni Relations
CLOSING REMARKS ..................................................................................................... Dr. King
BENEDICTION .................The Lord Bless You and Keep You .............William Carey Chorale
All four ceremonies follow the program listed above.
*The official graduation date is August 8, 2020; however, due to restrictions caused by the COVID-9 pandemic,
the virtual ceremonies are being released on Saturday, August 15.
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U. S. Senator Roger Wicker United States Senator Roger F. Wicker has represented the state of Mississippi in the U.S. Senate since 2007. Wicker is the chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation for the 116th Congress. He is the second-highest ranking member of the Senate Armed Services Committee. His other committee assignments include the Environment and Public Works Committee and the Rules and Administration Committee. Wicker is co-chairman of the U.S. Helsinki Commission and serves as vice president of the OSCE's Parliamentary Assembly. Wicker also serves as a member of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Congressional Board of Visitors.
From 1995 to 2007, Wicker served in the U.S. House of Representatives. He started his career in public service in the Mississippi Senate representing Lee and Pontotoc counties. He also served on active duty in the U.S. Air Force, retiring from the reserve in 2004 with the rank of lieutenant colonel. He received his bachelor and law degrees from the University of Mississippi. Wicker and his wife, Gayle, live in Tupelo and have three children and seven grandchildren.
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Bachelor of ScienceEndia BadonBethany BankstonRaven BozemanAshton CourtneyJoanna DenardShawna Ann HerronJoseph Preston LadnerJessica Bryant MartinLindsey NichelsonKelsey Aleigh PaytonCandace Tiffany TaylorCorinia Chelsea Warren
Ceremony 1 – 10:00 a.m.Graduating Class of August 2020
College of Health Sciences
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Doctor of Physical Therapy
Shelby AdkinsBS, University of South Alabama, 2017
Conner Adger AlfordBS, Georgia College and State University, 2016
Amanda Jane BertoldiBS, Auburn University, 2017
Aaron BinghamBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2015
Gabriella Elizabeth BroussardBS, Mississippi State University, 2017
Jana Braddy BurgeBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2017
Brittany Ware CarterBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2014 April Elizabeth ClarkBSEd, University of Alabama, 2015MS, University of South Alabama, 2016
Robert J. Crochet IIIBS, University of New Orleans, 2015
Michael George HarveyBS, University of Mississippi, 2013MBS, William Carey University, 2016
Kristen LittleBS, Mississippi College, 2016
Benjamin James LockhartBS, University of Mobile, 2017
Chelsea S. NelsonBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2017
Joseph NguyenBS, University of New Orleans, 2017
Charles Huston OakesBS, Louisiana State University & A/M College, 2015
Jacob PetersonBA, College of Saint Benedict, 2017
Lindsay PilgrimBS, Mississippi State University, 2016
Michael Johnathon PlattBS, Belhaven University, 2017
Kalyn Michelle PreissBS, Mississippi State University, 2016
Kaylee Elizabeth RamboBS, Auburn University, 2017
Nathan ReynoldsBS, Mississippi State University, 2015
Megan Boyles RobertsBBA, University of Mississippi, 2010
Collin SandersBS, Mississippi State University, 2016
Jason Coy SimpsonBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2012MS, Florida State University, 2014
Joyce SmithBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2016
Makenzie SnipesBS, Mississippi State University, 2017
Daniel Glen Speed, Jr.BS, William Carey University, 2017
William Jared StricklinBS, Mississippi State University, 2017
Katherine Brewer TyreeBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2016
Haley VeithBA, Luther College, 2014
Nicholas WyrosdickBS, University of Mississippi, 2017
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College of Health Sciences Joseph and Nancy Fail School of Nursing
Doctor of PhilosophyMarianne Biangone
BSN, Slippery Rock University, 2001MS, California State University-Dominguez, 2009
“Fostering the Non-Academic Trait of Grit to Increase Nursing Student Success”
Katania W. BrelandBSN, William Carey College, 2002MSN, William Carey College, 2006
"Nurse Educators' Perceptions of Utilization of Holistic Admissions Review Processes on Diversity of Nursing Student Selection"
Deondra Monique Carr
BSN, Mississippi University for Women, 2012MSN, Alcorn State University, 2018
"Transition Challenges of Novice Nurse Educators with Formal or Informal Mentoring"
Sheree Conley‑DonaldsonBS, William Carey University, 2009
MEd, William Carey University, 2010BSN, William Carey University, 2013
MSN, University of Southern Mississippi, 2014DNP, University of Southern Mississippi, 2017
"Healthcare Professionals' Perceptions of Implementing Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) In Primary Care Settings"
Lynda Gayle Hathcox
BSN, Alcorn State University, 1987MSN, Alcorn State University, 2005
“Exploring Emotional Intelligence and Aggression in Nursing Students”
Deundra HearneBSN, Mississippi University for Women, 2012
MSN, William Carey University, 2017"Factors That Influence Early-Career Nurses' Consideration or Pursuit of Doctoral Education:
Exploring the Motivators and Barriers"
Kingdao KaraketBNS, Burapha University, 2000MNS, Burapha University, 2006
"A Comparison of Perceptions of Computer Competency in Nursing Faculty nd Nursing Students"
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Tavell Lamar KindallBSN, Grambling State University, 1998
MSN, University of Phoenix, 2009DNP, University of South Alabama, 2015
"Nurse Practitioners' Knowledge and Attitudes Regarding the Prevention and Treatment of Human Immunodeficiency Virus"
Glenda Killingsworth LeeBSN, University of Mississippi Medical Center, 2003MSN, University of Mississippi Medical Center, 2012
“Examining the Perception of Newly Licensed Registered Nurses’ Preparedness for Clinical Practice from an ADN and BSN Educational Level”
Sherri Lynn McDonaldBSN, University of Southern Mississippi, 2007
MSN, William Carey University, 2010“New Nurse Faculty’s Perceptions of How Mentoring Influences
Retention, Role Transition, and Job Satisfaction”
Shanda A. Bourne PriceBSN, Howard University, 1998
MSN, University of Alabama-Birmingham, 2011 "Examining the Perceptions of African Americans Diagnosed with Type II Diabetes in Relation to Social
Support, Diabetes Self-Management and Self-Care Activities"
Nicole RuleBSN, Florida Gulf Coast University, 2003
MSN, University of Tampa, 2007“A Phenomenological Evaluation of Nurse Practitioners’ Perception of
Essential Competencies for Telehealth”
Sheronda S. WhiteBSN, Samford University, 2008MSN, Samford University, 2016
“Attitudes, Beliefs and Experiences of Nursing Faculty Regarding Maintaining Clinical Competency”
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Master of Science in NursingBeverly Renee BoydBSN, University of Southern Mississippi, 2000
Angelia Sue DearmanBBA, Millsaps College, 1993BSN, Mississippi University for Women, 2013
Kacie JacksonBS, University of Phoenix, 2011
Renee Christine JenkinsBSN, Delta State University, 1993
Denice Renee PearsonBSN, Mississippi University for Women, 2017
Wanda WilliamsBSN, Alcorn State University, 2011
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Christen M. AndersRosalind M. Arceneaux-WilsonBrittany A. BarbayKaitlyn D. BartonHeather R. BetzNancy N. BloodworthClaire L. BoundreauxErica S. BowmanMadison B. BraudMegan BrelandTiera A. BridgesPrecious Brandie BrownSamuel CadeLatonya ChambersKristopher Adam ChamblissTimothy Justin ClarkDeneshia Shanta ClaytonBailey ClemensIshanda C. ColemanBrooke L. CopesEmaleigh L. CorkernMary L. Miller CrainKathryne A. CrawfordAshley Loren CrumMary DeShell DavisMegan DavisQiana R. DavisArryon DeloachTatiana DillonMelba E. DowneyDanisha EcholsCamille FulmerSamantha GillilandTera E. GivensRebecca GriffinLonna Charlee GriffithAkeya Williams HallKatlyn M. HartBenjamin Rawson HawthorneAaron B. HendersonClayton HessionSarah Madeleine Hughes
Brandi Bianca JeffersonShaunise Renee' JonesLacey A. LandryKarley Jo LetortHannah LollisBenjamin J. MaddoxStephanie B. Page McClureBrittany Nicole MerrillJamie Leigh MorganFarrah Dawn NicholasMacAlister Van Buren ParkerJerry ParksRaven E. PayneViolet A. PerryApril PhillipsMelissa M. PietriDemetreuna Alexandria RankinJennifer Eubanks RobbinsKatrina Whitman SeaversonNichelle S. ScottArianna SelgAbby SmithErika Robinson SmithJustin Allen SmithKerri SteeleBritney N. StewartMelkelia N. StewartAllison Marie ThurmanAngeline TrahanAbbey Caroline WalkerMadyson May WilliamsChanel L. Wyatt
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
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Ceremony 2 – 11:00 a.m.Graduating Class of August 2020
School of EducationDoctor of Education
Gary Brent ColemanBS, Georgia Southern University, 2008
MA, Nova Southeastern University, 2012EdS, Valdosta State University, 2015
"A Study of Computer-Based Interventions and Student Achievement"
Tracy Maurice CookBS, Alcorn State University, 1994MS, Alcorn State University, 1996
MEd, Alcorn State University, 1998EdS, William Carey University, 2017
“A Quantitative Study of Elementary Teachers’ Job Satisfaction in Rural Southwest Mississippi”
Connie J. EubanksBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 1999
MEd, William Carey University, 2011EdS, William Carey University, 2017
"The Contributions of Inclusion to Non-Inclusion Students in Middle School English Language Arts Classrooms"
Brianna J. FranklinBA, University of Mississippi, 2003
MA, Walden University, 2005EdS, Arkansas State University, 2014
"Mississippi's New Educational Frontier: A Qualitative Study of the New Special Education Mentoring Program and the Efficiency of Special Education
Administration and Director Retention"
Paul J. GrahamBS, William Carey University, 2011
MEd, William Carey University, 2014EdS, William Carey University, 2017
"An Analysis of the Relationships Between Teaching Styles and United States History State Test Scores in Mississippi Public High Schools"
Shannon LaVon GreenBA, University of Mississippi, 2014
MEd, University of Mississippi, 2015EdS, William Carey University, 2018
"The Impact the Learning Strategies Class Has on the English Language Arts Assessment of the Mississippi Academic Assessment Program Scores"
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Rymsky Graves LabatBS, William Carey College, 1989MS, William Carey College, 1990
EdS, William Carey University, 2018"Parent Engagement: Investigating the Impact on School Achievement Outcomes"
Marti McKay LadnerBA, Ohio State University, 1998
MEd, William Carey College, 2003EdS, William Carey University, 2017
"Effects of a Postive Behavior Interventions and Supports Supply Store on the Attitude, Behavior, and Attendance of Fifth Grade Students"
Laura Amanda Mathews
BA, University of Southern Mississippi, 2009MS, University of South Alabama, 2011
EdS, William Carey University, 2018"Barriers of Opportunity for High School Students Obtaining Work Based Learning Experiences"
Felicia H. McCardleBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 1997
MEd, William Carey University, 2010EdS, William Carey University, 2014
"A Case Study Focused on Reducing Attention-Seeking Behaviors of Male Students in a Rural Elementary Setting"
Charlotte C. McNeeseBS, Mississippi College, 1994
MEd, Mississippi College, 1997EdS, William Carey University, 2018
"Teacher Perception of Preparedness to Teach English Learners in an Inclusive Classroom"
Charles Christopher RoppeBS, Georgia Southern University, 1998
MS, Nova Southeastern University, 2001EdS, Nova Southeastern University, 2002EdS, Nova Southeastern University, 2009
"Do Incentive Programs Aimed to Increase Staff Attendance Impact Teacher Absenteeism and Student Achievement in a Rural School District?"
Heather Buckley SingleyBSBA, University of Southern Mississippi, 2000
BS, William Carey College, 2006MEd, University of Southern Mississippi, 2009
EdS, Delta State University, 2014"Barriers of Identifying 2 E Students"
Meagon Nicole TouchstoneBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2008
MEd, William Carey University, 2013EdS, William Carey University, 2018
"Efficient Methods of School-Level Support for New Middle School Teachers to Encourage Teacher Satisfaction as It Impacts Teacher Retention"
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Desshondra C. WalkerBS, Alcorn State University, 2001
MPT, University of South Alabama, 2003EdS, William Carey University, 2016
“Teacher Perceptions of a Successful One-to-One Technology Environment”
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Doctor of Philosophy
Lisa Michelle BellBSBA, University of Southern Mississippi, 2009
MBA, William Carey University, 2013EdS, William Carey University, 2017
"Perceptions to Identify: How Motivation Influences First-Generation College Students' Academic Success"
James David CollumBS, William Carey University, 2012
MEd, William Carey University, 2013EdS, William Carey University, 2019
"Learning By Doing: A Study of Experiential Learning at the Community College"
Geneva Vicole LeeBS, Jackson State University, 2008
MAT, Jackson State University, 2012EdS, William Carey University, 2017
"Bridge Courses and Transition Programs: Adult Learners' Perceptions on Transitions to Higher Education"
Courtney Rena' Fortune ShoemakerBS, William Carey University, 2010MS, William Carey University, 2012 EdS, William Carey University, 2018
"The Impact of Osteopathic Medical Students' Empthy, Grades, and OSCE Performance on their Passing the National Board Exams"
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Stephanie D'Ann AbelBFA, William Carey College, 2004MEd, William Carey College, 2006
Abigail Dutton ArnoldBS, Lee University, 2001MEd, William Carey University, 2018
Ginger Ashly AllenBGS, William Carey University, 2013MA, University of Mobile, 2017
Bryan Joseph BlackledgeBBA, University of Southern Mississippi, 2006MEd, William Carey University, 2019
Dana M. BrownBS, William Carey University, 2014MEd, William Carey University, 2017
Hannah Long CarpenterBS, Mississippi State University, 2015MEd, William Carey University, 2018
Christopher S. ColemanBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2007MEd, William Carey University, 2017
Antonio Demetric CooleyBME, University of Southern Mississippi, 1999MM, William Carey University, 2011
Regina CovingtonBS, University of Alabama, 2011MEd, William Carey University, 2018
Lakisha CowartBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2009MEd, William Carey University, 2012
Jessica DaltonBA, University of Southern Mississippi, 2010MEd, University of Mississippi, 2013
James M. Drennan, IVBS, Delta State University, 1997MEd, Delta State University, 2003
Andrea Mae EdgecombeBA, University of Mississippi, 2015MEd, Belhaven University, 2018
Suellen W. EppsBS, Samford University, 1997MA, University of Alabama-Birmingham, 1999
Tanya LeTrece EvansBSBA, University of Southern Mississippi, 1991MS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2000
Elcia L. FirleBS, William Carey College, 2004MEd, William Carey College, 2006EdS, William Carey University, 2012PhD, William Carey University, 2019 Lauren Ashley FortenberryBS, Delta State University, 2016MEd, Delta State University, 2017 Richard Glenn FosnachtBA, University of South Carolina, 1999MSS, The United States Sports Academy, 2010
Meagan GarnerBA, University of Southern Mississippi, 2014MEd, William Carey University, 2017
Shelly GatesBA, Louisiana Tech University, 1997MAT, Belhaven University, 2015
Sarah GatewoodBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2007MEd, Grand Ganyon University, 2015
Heather GordonBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 1997MEd, William Carey University, 2019
Marissa Marianne HallBS, William Carey University, 2012MS, William Carey University, 2014
Vincent Frank HandyBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2016MEd, William Carey University, 2018
Shelby Lena Lea HannaBA, University of Southern Mississippi, 2014MA, University of Mississippi, 2018
Specialist in Education
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Dustin Everett HazlettBME, Mississippi State University, 2013MM, William Carey University, 2019
Nancy Wells HocuttBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 1998MS, University of Mississippi, 2001
Allyson Marie HolifieldBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2013MEd, William Carey University, 2016
Erin Holifield HowayeckBS, William Carey University, 2014MEd, William Carey University, 2015MEd, William Carey University, 2019
Heather Amanda JacksonBS, William Carey University, 2011MEd, William Carey University, 2013
Tayler JamesBA, University of Southern Mississippi, 2012MEd, William Carey University, 2014
Linelle E. JohnsonBA, Washington Adventist University, 2006MS, William Carey University, 2017 Timothy JohnsonBA, University of Southern Mississippi, 2015MEd, William Carey University, 2019
Cody KillenBS, Mississippi State University, 2007MAT, University of West Alabama, 2012 Jessica Boone KillenBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2006MEd, William Carey University, 2009
Vincent Collins KirklandBS, William Carey University, 2010MS, William Carey University, 2012
Lindsey Leigh LangleyBM, University of Mississippi, 2011MM, University of Mississippi, 2014
Zachary Nathaniel LangleyBM, University of Mississippi, 2010MM, William Carey University, 2013
Theresa K. MayoBSBA, University of Southern Mississippi, 2003MEd, William Carey University, 2013
Cynthia Herrington MercierBA, College of Idaho, 2003MA, University of Phoenix, 2011
Stephanie Louise MorrisBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2001MEd, William Carey University, 2007
Preston NecaiseBGS, William Carey University, 2012MEd, William Carey University, 2015
Janet Aubrie NicovichBS, William Carey College, 2005MEd, William Carey University, 2017
Keila Trenay PatrickBA, University of Southern Mississippi, 2009MEd, William Carey University, 2013
Kaitlyn Leigh PerryBS, William Carey University, 2012MEd, William Carey University, 2014
Ann-Marie PorterBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2003MEd, William Carey University, 2014
Rebekah Marie ReganBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2009MEd, William Carey University, 2017
Katrina RenoBS, Mississippi State University, 2005MS, Capella University, 2014
Demetrius LeVan RobinsonBME, University of Southern Mississippi, 2013MM, University of Southern Mississippi, 2015
Savannah SaucierBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2015MEd, William Carey University, 2018
Holly Bedwell SlayBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2014MEd, William Carey University, 2019
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Deidra C. ThompsonBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2003MEd, Belhaven University, 2018
Kelly Comans WalkerBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 1999MEd, University of Southern Mississippi, 2005
Brittany H. WestBS, Mississippi University for Women, 2012MEd, Delta State University, 2015 Patrice Williams-RazorBS, Belhaven University, 2005MEd, Belhaven University, 2008
Katherine WindhamBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2010MEd, William Carey University, 2013
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Ceremony 3 – 1:00 p.m.Graduating Class of May 2020
School of Education
Master of Education
JaeAngelena Rachellea AdamsBS, Alcorn State University, 2008MS, Kaplan University, 2011EdS, William Carey University, 2017
Chasatie Coulter AmackerBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2017
Jennifer Simmons AntiBBA, Millsaps College, 1997MAT, Southeastern Louisiana University, 2011
Mandy Lynn BarrettBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2013 Christopher Allen BinghamBSB, Missouri Southern State University, 2014
Samuel BlackburnBS, Point University, 2019
Misty Vermell BoggsBA, University of South Alabama, 1999
Melissa BonnerBS, William Carey University, 2007MEd, William Carey University, 2009
Yolanda BonninBS, University of the Balearic Islands, 2019
Madison BourneBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2016
Andrea Lynn BrownBS, William Carey College, 2001
Shannon BrownBA, Maryville College, 2007
Laurinda Diane Brown-JohnsonBA, Howard University, 1992MFA, Savannah College of Art & Design, 2018
Hawtin Russell BuchananBA, University of Mississippi, 2015
LaWanda CampbellBS, Mississippi College, 2007
Rycki Nicole ChatmanBS, William Carey University, 2018
Megan Michelle ClarkBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2017
Amber ClayBIS, University of New Orleans, 2014
Haley Lavonne Cook-KelleyBS, William Carey University, 2015
Stephanie Chambliss CorleyBA, University of Southern Mississippi, 2003
Kevin DanielsBS, Alcorn State University, 2001MEd, William Carey University, 2011
Breanna Nichole DesporteBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2015
Abby Helms DobbsBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2000
Michelle Benton DomingueBA, Louisiana State University, 1998
Courtney DuncanBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2015
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Michelle LaGarde DurdenBGS, William Carey University, 2014
Jackson Patrick DyerBA, University of Southern Mississippi, 2018
David Allan EcholsBS, Alabama State University, 1996
DeAnna Lynne EllisBS, William Carey University, 2018
Inelda N. FitteBS, World Evangelism Bible College and Seminary,
1988
Kassie Katrina FordBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2016
Melissa M. GartmanBAEd, University of Mississippi, 2011
Heather Sasser GaultBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2004
Jennifer GriffinBA, Delta State University, 2002MEd, Harding University, 2002MA, University of Southern Mississippi, 2006PhD, University of Southern Mississippi, 2007
Elizabeth D. GriggsBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2007
Terry Michael Grissom, Jr.BS, Mississippi State University, 2008
Ainsley Verdun HarveyBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2016
Laura HavardBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2008
Timothy Nathaniel HerringBM, William Carey University, 2017
Stephanie Elise HillBS, Mississippi State University, 2012
Dana Anne HladkyBS, Louisiana State University & A/M College, 1990
Denandra HobbsBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2012
Jeremy HollimonBS, Troy University, 2016
Samantha HoltBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2011
Lindsey Weston HuffBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2002
Alivia HughesBSBA, University of Southern Mississippi, 2019
Ashley HughesBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2015
Patrick Kellon JarmanBSB, William Carey University, 2011
Bridges JohnsonBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2019
Shelley McKinley JohnsonBSN, University of Southern Mississippi, 2001
Brittany JonesBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2007
Rebecca Suzanne JordanBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2002
Jeremiah L. KeyesBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2001
James W. KitchensBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 1996
Ashton MaddaloniBA, University of Louisiana-Monroe, 2019
Carl Dewayne Mallett, Jr.BS, William Carey University, 2018
Brittany Leigh MatthewsBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2018
Jenika N. MayBA, Stillman College, 2003
Christine MillerBS, William Carey College, 2005
Hannah MoakBS, William Carey University, 2018
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Stephen Lamar MooreBS, Excelsior College, 2006MEd, William Carey University, 2011
Leslie E. MullinixBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2005
Benjamin Chad NoflinBS, Jackson State University, 2015
Jaclyn Ladner ParkerBA, University of Southern Mississippi, 2013
Melissa A. ParkerBS, William Carey College, 2004
Rachel Danyele PatrickBS, William Carey University, 2014
Amanda Joyce PeekBS, Athens State University, 1999
Katherine Suzanne PettyBS, Louisiana Tech University, 1988
Kayla PuderBSBA, University of Southern Mississippi, 2018
Gabrielle RamsayBS, University of Montevallo, 2017
Lindsay Hitt RaynorBS, William Carey University, 2013
Melissa Lynn RouseBSEd, Mississippi College, 2001
Mary Claire SabbatiniBGS, William Carey University, 2017
Kimberly Michele ShowersBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2002
Adam Douglas SmithBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2007
Tilur C. SmithBS, Jackson State University, 2015
Kelly SoberoskiBS, William Carey University, 2007
Justin SonesBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2012
Hayden Michael SowersBGS, University of Mississippi, 2016
Jada SpeedBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2019
Rachel Ferrara de St. GermainBA, University of New Orleans, 2001
Anthony Scott StalnakerBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2012
Brett Allen StewartBSB, William Carey University, 2014
Kelly StubbingtonBS, William Carey University, 2019
Stephanie SullivanBS, University of Mississippi Medical Center, 2014
Jordan A. SutherlinBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2015
Nicole TaylorBSW, University of Southern Mississippi, 2012
Paige Smith TaylorBS, William Carey University, 2016
Anne Marie ThomasBA, University of Texas-El Paso, 2004
Eric ThurmanBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2003
Alison Nelson TiceBSBA, University of Southern Mississippi, 1995
Tiffany Ann TurnageBS, Mississippi College, 2002
Angelia Nicole WallaceBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2002
MaryFrances WarrenBS, Mississippi College, 2013
Jacquelyne WarrickBS, William Carey University, 2012
Ariel Mikel Ringe WilliamsBS, William Carey University, 2015
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James Dylan WilliamsBS, Blue Mountain College, 2015
Reed Nicole WilliamsBS, Auburn University, 2018
Christopher Zorilla YarboroughBS, William Carey University, 2018
Jamie YawnBBA, University of Southern Mississippi, 2014
Bachelor of Science
Robin AdamsKenna Donn BlankenshipSarah Elizabeth BrockRachael Lou-Ann CaseyJames CooperJade Tyrielle Re'gan HayesDerrick Jerome Johnson, Jr.Guilherme Terra
Bachelor of General StudiesTaylor HaralsonZhane Lynette Williams
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Ceremony 4 – 2:00 p.m.Graduating Class of August 2020
Ralph and Naomi Noonkester School of Arts and Letters
Bachelor of Arts
Briana BradleyMatisyn Aymee HarvelJordan Daniel ParkmanJoshua Morgan ParkmanJonathan Leonard Waits
Bachelor of Fine Arts
Ryserrio GeVez ThomasJustice Dwayne Wright
Bachelor of Science
Cory AlbrittonAnna Elizabeth McDanielJohn Dalton Stanford
Bachelor of General Studies
Jolonda C. Clay
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Sebastian Ricardo AcostaElizabeth Truex AndersonJennifer Michelle BreazealeGregory Neilsen CochranRebecca Hope HobbieJasmine Jatara HolderJasmine Gewona PaytonKojmi Naosha SamsonDominic Jake Neil SneeJonathan Elijah SullivanCharneeka LaShaun TaitAlejandro Juvenal VergaraLakesha M. Williams
School of BusinessMaster of Business Administration
Tim S. DohertyBA, Kansas Wesleyan University, 2019 Jonah JakubecBS, University of Mobile, 2018
Houston Clay JonesBSB, William Carey University, 2019
Alexus Kendrell MooreBSB, William Carey University, 2016
Anna Claire OdomBBA, Mississippi State University, 2019
Bart Loren TalleyBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2001 Eduardo ZuritaBS, University of Rio Grande, 2019
Bachelor of Science in Business
Bachelor of General StudiesChristiana Lyn-Maria CalhounChristian E. HartleyCasey Joann JohnseyEvelyn Virginia JohnsonLillian McCormick
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Bachelor of ArtsDavi da Costa FariaAndrew Pace
Bachelor of SciencePatrick Hansen Noblitt
Bachelor of General Studies
Tasha Earl Philip Singleton
Cooper School of Missions and Ministry Studies
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Donald and Frances Winters School of MusicMaster of Music
Bachelor of MusicMalia Zbinden
Jason Logan Daniel ShereckBM, William Carey University, 2018
James Warren Brown, Jr.BME, University of Southern Mississippi, 2008
Ashley Nicole KennedyBME, University of Southern Mississippi, 2017
David Joseph LouviereBME, University of Southern Mississippi, 2013
Sean OwensBME, University of Southern Mississippi, 2015
Rachel RayburnBM, William Carey University, 2017
Michael Jermetkell WatkinsBM, University of Mississippi, 2003
Master of Music Education
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School of Natural and Behavioral Sciences
Master of Science
Heather M. GoffBS, William Carey University, 2010
Kim T. GravesBS, William Carey University, 2015
Lakeata Travis GrayBSBA, University of Southern Mississippi, 2013
Matthew Serio HoggattBUS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2018 Justice Tierra JohnsonBS, William Carey University, 2017
Lakisha JonesBS, William Carey University, 2014
Brandon KittrellBGS, William Carey University, 2016
Adiyah S. LemonBS, William Carey University, 2019
Jessica MickelsonBS, University of Southern Mississippi, 2004
Robert RawlsBS, William Carey University, 2013
D'Angela SmithBS, Jackson State University, 2018
Gabriel Marcellos Trotter TaylorBS, William Carey University, 2018
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Bachelor of Science
Mieka Leketa Brooks-HawkinsThomas BruneLaJonna Ratese BushKenyunia Mornea CooleyCaleb CounselmanSaleana Harrington CraineNatifa ChristianGabrielle Rayne DeaderickDalton DixonDarla Susann EllisKatelyn Jeanette GarnerBerenice Elizabeth Garcia GomezKimberley GuinedHaley Scarlet HintonChristina Nicole HobsonTyler Holder-DavisShaQween HolmanLiddiea McCartyAmber MyersKeishonda Signater Peterman
Sameria J. RatcliffValeria Miranda RodriguezJina Booth ShelbyChariti SimsAleesha SmithKatelyn ThorntonJohn TroutJamie Alexandra WaltersLawrence Keith WhiteShaquitta N. Williams
Bachelor of General StudiesSamuel AustinVictoria CougleLaDonna Denise DavidsonStacy Myers GrimJerra Divine HarrisVincent S. HuttonBrian E. PearseStephen Terrell Reed, Jr.Terence Lamar Stapleton, Sr.
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Tradition CampusGraduating Class of August 2020
Note: These names are also included in the previous ceremony listings.
School of Business Master of Business Administration
Bart Loren Talley
Bachelor of Science in BusinessCharneeka LaShaun TaitLakesha M. Williams
Bachelor of General StudiesChristiana Lyn-Maria CalhounChristian E. HartleyLillian McCormick
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School of EducationSpecialist in Education
Ginger Ashly AllenDana M. BrownRichard Glenn FosnachtMarissa Marianne HallVincent Frank HandyDustin Everett Hazlett
Heather Amanda JacksonPreston NecaiseAnn-Marie PorterKatrina RenoKatherine Windham
Master of EducationChasatie Coulter AmackerJennifer Simmons AntiHawtin Russell BuchananLaWanda CampbellMegan Michelle ClarkBreanna Nichole DesporteAbby Helms DobbsMichelle Benton DomingueMichelle LaGarde DurdenJackson Patrick DyerMelissa M. GartmanJennifer GriffinElizabeth D. GriggsAhmena C. HaynesStephanie Elise HillDana Anne HladkyJeremy HollimonLindsey Weston HuffAshley HughesBrittany Jones
Christine MillerStephen Lamar MooreLeslie E. MullinixBenjamin Chad NoflinJaclyn Ladner ParkerMelissa A. ParkerGabrielle RamsayLindsay Hitt RaynorMary Claire SabbatiniAdam Douglas SmithAnthony Scott StalnakerJordan A. SutherlinPaige Smith TaylorAlison Nelson TiceAngelia Nicole WallaceMaryFrances WarrenJacquelyne WarrickChristopher Zorilla Yarborough
Bachelor of Science
Robin Adams
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School of Natural and Behavioral SciencesMaster of Science
Kim T. GravesMatthew Serio HoggattAdiyah S. LemonJessica MickelsonGabriel Marcellos Trotter Taylor
Mieka Leketa Brooks-HawkinsNatifa ChristianKatelyn Jeanette GarnerShaQween HolmanKeishonda Signater PetermanAleesha Smith
Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of General StudiesBrian E. PearseTerence Lamar Stapleton, Sr.
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College of Health Sciences Joseph and Nancy Fail School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Tiera A. BridgesTimothy Justin ClarkIshanda C. ColemanMary L. Miller CrainMegan DavisQiana R. DavisSamantha GillilandKatlyn M. HartSarah Madeleine HughesShaunise Renee' JonesKarley Jo LetortStephanie B. Page McClureBrittany Nicole MerrillJerry ParksJennifer Eubanks RobbinsNichelle S. ScottArianna SelgJustin Allen SmithAngeline Trahan
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Baton Rouge CampusGraduating Class of August 2020
Note: These names are also included in the listing on page 11.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Christen M. AndersRosalind M. Arceneaux‑WilsonBrittany A. BarbayKaitlyn D. BartonHeather R. BetzNancy N. BloodworthClaire L. BoundreauxErica S. BowmanMadison B. BraudBrooke L. CopesEmaleigh L. CorkernKathryne A. CrawfordMelba E. DowneyAkeya Williams HallLacey A. LandryRaven E. PayneViolet A. PerryMelissa M. PietriKatrina Whitman SeaversonErika Robinson SmithBritney N. Stewart
