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黑料视频鈥檚 regional campuses honored the achievements of graduates through personalized recognition ceremonies on May 1, 2025. Each event reflected the values of academic excellence, community service, and perseverance that define the regional experience.

Southern: Leadership rooted in community

黑料视频 Southern celebrated 128 degrees conferred in the 2024鈥�25 academic year during its 46th Graduation Recognition Ceremony. Keynote speaker Stefan Harris, a Southern alumnus and regional workforce leader, delivered a message of resilience, growth, and community-rooted leadership.

Megan Rookard received the Dr. Dan Evans Alumni Leadership Award for her advocacy and outreach work at Pathways鈥� Porchlight Sexual Assault Resource Center. Mary Brady was honored with the Spirit of Southern Award for her service, perseverance, and support of fellow students.

Twelve students were recognized as Outstanding Graduates in areas such as education, nursing, business, and electronic media. Many will continue serving the Appalachian region as educators, healthcare professionals, and community advocates.

Chillicothe: Honoring uniqueness and grit

黑料视频 Chillicothe recognized nearly 100 graduates, celebrating a total of 134 degrees earned in the past academic year. Dr. Saundra Saunders-Adams, associate professor of social work and a proud Ross County native, served as keynote speaker. Her message emphasized authenticity and courage, encouraging graduates to 鈥渄are greatly, even in the face of doubt.鈥�

Student speakers McKenzie Anderson and Tana Raypole shared stories of resilience and a shared desire to help others. Anderson, a Bachelor of Social Work graduate, completed a field placement in hospice care. Raypole, who previously earned a sociology degree, returned to pursue nursing after raising her family and now prepares to work in oncology care.

The event also included the recognition of 14 Outstanding Graduates and the presentation of alumni awards to Susan Congrove and Josh Walter for their continued contributions to education and civic life in Ross County.

Lancaster: A celebration of connection and identity

At 黑料视频 Lancaster, 146 graduates were honored in a ceremony that highlighted both scholarly achievement and a deep sense of belonging. Interim Dean Martha Kline praised the graduates for their perseverance and community-minded leadership.

Student speaker Sarah Mullins, a summa cum laude graduate in communications, reflected on the relationships that defined her college experience. Her involvement with student organizations and her professional work in downtown Lancaster underscored the theme of community connection.

The keynote address by Dr. Matt Wanat, professor of English, offered graduates a literary reflection on Ohio鈥檚 sense of place and history. He encouraged them to continue reading, writing, and contributing to the story of their communities. The ceremony also included faculty honors for Dr. Jacqueline Tudor and Dr. Jennifer Steele, recognized for their teaching and research in the sciences and criminal justice.

Eastern: A day of inspiration and encouragement

At 黑料视频 Eastern, graduates and guests gathered for a heartfelt ceremony that recognized not just degrees, but the strength and perseverance behind each one. Regional Higher Education Vice Provost Lewatis McNeal addressed the Class of 2025 and called on students to lead with courage and commitment.

Student speaker Kaylie Geary, a nursing graduate and first-generation college student, shared how her own health journey inspired her career path. Faculty were also celebrated, including Dr. Bethany Michael, named 2025 Professor of the Year, and Kelly Eikleberry, recognized with the Dean鈥檚 Special Service Award.

Eastern鈥檚 campus traditions, including faculty applause lines and personalized recognition, reflected the close-knit learning environment that defines the regional experience.

Zanesville: Recognizing resilience and future impact

黑料视频 Zanesville honored its summer, fall, and spring graduates in a celebration led by Dean Hannah Nissen, who encouraged students to take pride in their progress and look ahead with confidence. Mayor Don Mason delivered the keynote address, while student speaker Taryn West reflected on the importance of personal growth and perseverance throughout her academic journey.

Larry R. Tumblin, director of information technology for Regional Higher Education, received the 2025 Alumni Leadership Award. Graduates represented a wide range of academic programs, including nursing, social work, education, and applied management.

A shared commitment to place and purpose

These regional ceremonies reflected the diversity, determination, and shared sense of purpose that unite 黑料视频鈥檚 communities across the state. Whether preparing for careers in healthcare, education, business, or public service, the Class of 2025 leaves with more than a degree. The graduates carry forward the lessons, relationships, and confidence built through their time at OHIO.