Kent residents earn degrees from WGU

Kent residents earn degrees from WGU

  • Friday, March 3, 2017 4:20pm
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The following Kent residents have received their degree from Western Governors University (WGU).

The university held its 32nd semi-annual commencement ceremony at the Disney Coronado Springs Resort in Orlando on Feb. 11 and celebrated the graduation of more than 11,000 graduates.

Susan Hammons, master of arts, teaching in elementary education (K-8)

Kari Tillman, bachlor of science, marketing management

Darlene Chatman, master of science, nursing – leadership and management

Jennifer Johnson, bachelor of arts, educational studies

James Mccalester, master of business administration

Ramona Bofu, B.A., special education

Oliver Taylor, master of arts, teaching in elementary education (K-8)

Michelle Castillo, master of arts, science education (5-12 in bio)

Kristin Larson, B.S., accounting

Princess Dana Catacutan, B.S., nursing

Teshager Assefa, master of science, accounting

Christopher Bourn, B.S., information technology

Tammy McBurney, B.S., business management

Lisa Neighbours, master of science, educational leadership

Haley Moser, master of arts, English language learning (PreK-12)

Joshua Fitch, B.S., nursing


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