COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY
PROCESSIONAL
Faculty & Graduates
NATIONAL ANTHEM
OPENING REMARKS
Catherine Chege, PhD, MBA, MHRM Campus President
FACULTY MESSAGE
Krystal Rivera, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC Nursing Faculty
WELCOME
Trisha Butler, MBA, RN, CNOR, COI Nursing Faculty
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Sandra M. Olguin, DNP, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC Owner of Provider Advanced Wellness Solutions, President and CEO of Nevada Nurses Foundation
STUDENT SPEAKER
Joemar Buyao
HISTORY OF PINNING
Lakeesha Lee DNP, MSN, RN, CRRN Dean of Nursing
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
Kelli Ross, MS Student Achievement Coach
Lakeesha Lee DNP, MSN, RN, CRRN Dean of Nursing RECITATION OF THE
INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL OF NURSES’ PLEDGE
Trisha Butler, MBA, RN, CNOR, COI Nursing Faculty
CLOSING REMARKS
Catherine Chege, PhD, MBA, MHRM Campus President RECESSIONAL
Faculty & Graduates
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