COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY
PROCESSIONAL
Faculty & Graduates
OPENING REMARKS
Teri Clawson, MPA Campus President
NATIONAL ANTHEM
WELCOME
Nicolette Watkins, PsyD, MAED Dean of General Education
FACULTY MESSAGE
Curtis Anderson, MSN-Ed, RN Nursing Faculty
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Roger Keddington, MSN, RN Education Manager at Intermountain Medical Center
STUDENT SPEAKER
Gonzalo Sevilla
HISTORY OF PINNING
Karla Huntsman, MSN-Ed, RN
Dean of Nursing
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
Joell
Goeff, BS
Academic Records Manager
CONFERRAL OF DEGREES
Teri Clawson, MPA Campus President RECITATION OF THE INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL OF NURSES’ PLEDGE
Heather Green, MSN, RN Nursing Faculty
CLOSING REMARKS
Teri Clawson, MPA Campus President RECESSIONAL Faculty & Graduates
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