ARIZONA COLLEGE OF NURSING
SUMMER 2026
PINNING &
COMMENCEMENT AUGUST 21, 2026
COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY
PROCESSIONAL
OPENING REMARKS
Faculty & Graduates
Cam Felismino, PhD, RN Dean of Nursing
NATIONAL ANTHEM
FACULTY MESSAGE Michelle Evans, MSN, RN, CPHQ Nursing Lab Manager
WELCOME
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Lisa Cantlebary, MEd Campus President
Kimberly Kelly, MSN, RN, CPN, NPD-BC Nursing Professional Development Specialist II, Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital
STUDENT SPEAKER Erika Hernandez
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CONFERRAL OF DEGREES
HISTORY OF PINNING Jeffery S. Tabor, DNP, MSN-Ed, RN Nursing Faculty
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.
Lisa Cantlebary, MEd Campus President
RECITATION OF THE INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL OF NURSES’ PLEDGE Lauren Mingari, MSN, RN Nursing Faculty
CLOSING REMARKS Lisa Cantlebary, MEd Campus President
RECESSIONAL PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES
Faculty & Graduates
Frances Carreras, MEd Dean of General Education
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INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL OF NURSES’ PLEDGE
In full knowledge of the obligations I am undertaking, I promise to care for the sick, with all the skills and understanding I possess, without regard to race, creed, color, politics or social status, sparing no effort to conserve life, to alleviate suffering and to promote health. I will respect at all times, the dignity and religious beliefs of the patients under my care, holding in confidence all personal information entrusted to me and refraining from any action that might endanger life or health. I will endeavor to keep my professional knowledge and skill at the highest level and to give loyal support and cooperation, to all members of the health team. I will do my utmost to honor the international code of nursing ethics and to uphold the integrity of the professional nurse.
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ACADEMIC REGALIA
Cords are awarded to students to signify a level of academic achievement and extra-curricular activities. CORDS WORN BY GRADUATES Navy Blue, Light Blue & Gold
Summa Cum Laude 3.9-4.0 GPA
Navy Blue & Gold
Magna Cum Laude 3.7-3.89 GPA
Gold
Cum Laude 3.5-3.69 GPA
Silver, Light Blue & Purple Red, White & Blue
Student Leadership Award SNA AZC Military Service
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GRADUATE CANDIDATES
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING Marianny Alvarado Alvarado
Erika Hernandez
Amara Ryder
Lauryn Carino
Lexi Holmstrom
Maliny Sarivannara
Peyton Colhouer
Wilber Lopez
Marina Tornabene
Samantha Davis
Caroline McCall
Connor Young
Aletheia De Wet
Mia Phelps
Shelby Griffith
Keilah Rexach
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CONGRATULATIONS ARIZONA COLLEGE OF NURSING
CLASS OF
2026
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