COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY
PROCESSIONAL
Faculty & Graduates
NATIONAL ANTHEM
OPENING REMARKS
Tiffany Williams, DNP, MSN, RN Dean of Nursing
FACULTY MESSAGE
Abigail Fernandez, EdD, MHA Dean of General Education
WELCOME
Courtnye Holbrook, MS Assistant Dean of General Education
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Kanene V. Ubesie, MD, FACS, MBA Owner, CEO and Founder, Live Wellness Surgical, PLLC
STUDENT SPEAKER
Sandra Morcos
HISTORY OF PINNING
Lily Polsky, DNP, MSN, RNC-OB, RN Assistant Professor
CONFERRAL OF DEGREES
The tradition of receiving a nursing pin dates back to the 1860s. This ritual symbolizes the completion of nursing education as established nurses welcome new graduates into the profession. Inspired by Florence Nightingale’s recognition of excellence among her nurses, the pin represents a nurse’s school, values, and commitment to compassionate care. This custom is deeply personal and meaningful, honoring the hard work, dedication, and calling to serve others. Each school’s pin design is unique, reflecting its heritage and mission, and receiving it marks a rite of passage into the trusted and respected nursing community.
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES
Shania Dawson, BS Academic Records Coordinator
Tiffany Williams, DNP, MSN, RN Dean of Nursing RECITATION OF THE INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL OF NURSES’
PLEDGE
Crystal Owens, MSN, BSN, RNC-MNN, HACP Assistant Professor
CLOSING REMARKS
Mike Billar, MEd Campus President RECESSIONAL
Faculty & Graduates
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