Wytheville Community College 2025 Commencement Program

The Annual Commencement of Wytheville Community College

Saturday, May 10, 2025

Wytheville Community College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, educational opportunities and activities to all students, and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Malinda Eversole, Director of Human Resources, 105 Carroll Hall, 1000 East Main Street, Wytheville VA 24382, 276-223-4869. For further information, see the list of OCR enforcement offices for the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call 1-800-421-3481.

History of Wytheville Community College The doors of Wytheville Community College opened in September 1963 as a two-year branch of Virginia Polytechnic Institute. Classes for the 107 students, who were taught by five faculty members, were held in the Simmerman Building in Wytheville. Construction of the present campus complex began in 1966 on 103 acres that had been purchased the previous year. The first building, Fincastle Hall, was occupied in 1968. WCC became a part of the twenty-three-member Virginia Community College System on July 1, 1967, with a service region of Bland, Carroll, Grayson, and Wythe counties; the city of Galax; and the eastern portion of Smyth County. The college serves more than 2,700 students annually through credit courses. Over 100 full- and part-time faculty teach at the college. With this year’s total included, over 13,000 students have graduated since the first commencement in 1968, and thousands of area citizens have been served through non-credit courses, seminars, and workshops. In 1981, a significant milestone was reached with the establishment of the Wytheville Community College Educational Foundation, Inc., and in 1998 the WCC Scholarship Foundation was also established. In 2024, the WCC Real Estate Foundation was formed. Contributions to these non-profit organizations provide for scholarships and enhance educational programs and facilities at the college. The Tradition of Caps and Gowns American academic costumes originated during the Middle Ages in European universities. Students and teachers were set apart from other citizens by the gowns and hoods which were practical attire in cold, damp buildings. The basic parts of the costume vary by academic level. The ornamental fold of cloth worn around the neck, the hood, is the most distinctive feature of the costume. The colors of its velvet band and lining are representative of the wearer’s field of learning.

Color Code for Academic Hoods

Arts, Letters, Humanities Business, Accountancy

White

Music

Pink

Light Brown

Nursing

Apricot

Economics Education Engineering

Copper

Philosophy

Dark Blue Sage Green

Light Blue

Physical Education

Orange Brown Maroon Crimson

Public Administration Peacock Blue

Fine Arts

Public Health

Salmon Pink Golden Yellow

Home Economics

Science

Journalism

Social Work Theology Veterinary

Citron Scarlet

Law

Purple Lemon

Library Science

Science Gray

HONORS Students whose academic performances warrant special recognition graduate with Honors. The three levels of academic honors are as follows:

CUM LAUDE (3.2 to 3.49 Grade Point Average) MAGNA CUM LAUDE (3.5 to 3.79 Grade Point Average) SUMMA CUM LAUDE (3.8 to 4.0 Grade Point Average)

Students wearing the following honor cord colors will be signified for the appropriate honor: Cum Laude - White Magna Cum Laude - Burgundy Summa Cum Laude - Gold Graduates wearing gold stoles are members of Phi Theta Kappa, the national scholastic honor society for students enrolled at two-year colleges. Apricot cords denote Nursing Honors. Graduates who are veterans or active military. * These graduates have completed their college degree and/or certificate concurrently with the high school diploma. All persons listed herein completed their curriculum requirements during fall semester 2024 or are candidates for spring semester 2025 or summer term 2025. The order of degree presentation and the listing in the program may not coincide because students receiving more than one award select the curriculum for which they are recognized. The Ceremonial Mace The ceremonial mace, with its medieval origin, symbolizes the academic authority of the faculty. It is used for ceremonial occasions such as commencement exercises and presidential inaugurations. The Professor Emeritus will lead the faculty procession and carry the ceremonial mace. The mace was designed and machined by Don Alexander, retired Associate Professor of Machine Technology, in the college's Machine Technology Laboratory.

Wytheville Community College Annual Commencement Health Professions and Medical Services Programs May 10, 2025 12:30 p.m.

Processional ........................................................................“Pomp and Circumstance” (Elgar) (Please rise and remain standing through the playing of the National Anthem)

Moment of Reflection ....................................................................................Dr. Dean Sprinkle President, Wytheville Community College

Presentation of Colors........................................................ Wythe County Military Science

Pledge of Allegiance/National Anthem ..................................................Dr. Dean Sprinkle President, Wytheville Community College

Welcome and Introduction of Platform Dignitaries ..............Mr. Malcolm Brown, IV Chair, Wytheville Community College Board

Student Commentary....................................................................................... Meriden Roberts Student Representative, WCC Class of 2025, Associate of Applied Science Degree in Nursing

Recognition of Professor Emeritus ......................................................................Dr. Sprinkle

Presentation of Candidates ..........................................................................Dr. Sherry Phelan Vice President of Instruction and Student Development Presentation of Diplomas and Recognition of Student Honors .................................................... Dr. Sprinkle and Mrs. Renee Thomas Dean of Student Success and Academic Development

Conferring of Degrees.................................................................................................Dr. Sprinkle

Closing Remarks ...........................................................................................................Dr. Sprinkle

Recessional ....................................................................................................................................Elgar

Associate of Applied Science Degree in Dental Hygiene

Maggie Ann Asbury Landrey Jordan Bledsoe

Savannah Elizabeth Herndon Kaley S. Hilliard Abigail Grace Johnson Madison Riley Powers Madison Alexis Sizemore Lauren Michelle Totino Kiale Elizabeth Ward Angela Nicole Jones Hannah Rain Justus Elisabeth Carico Matthews Matthew Edward Miller Courtney Danielle Morgan Teagan Mersadies Morgan Chloe Elyse Newby Karson Nicole Norman Summer Brook Price Paiten McKeznie Pysell Meriden Elizabeth Roberts

Jacquelynn Virginia Boulden Kaylee Madison Carpenter Isaiah Matthew Crigger-Nash Hannah Brooke Godwin Sara Elizabeth Hayes Kayla Jordan Bartlett Amber Sue Blake Brandi Lee Brook Abigail Grace Burnette Alexis Paige Butterworth Valirie A. Campbell Jenna Marie Consley Monica Cornett Lexie Ann-Owens Crawford Miriam Elizabeth Culler Laci Faith Dixon Taylor Elizabeth Dollyhigh Casey Lynn Estes Matthew Daniel Gillespie Emily Summer Gravley Katy Caroline Gullett Raydan MacKenzie Hawks Braydon Cherokee Holdaway Jennifer Foster Jessee

Associate of Applied Science Degree in Nursing

Adrianna Faith Salyer Brian Keith Schlabach Kellie Morgan Sexton Erin Claire Shaw Stacy Nichole Shumate Mackenzie Ann Sparks Evan Damian Trent Laura Beth Wingate

Associate of Applied Science Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant Roger L. Haynes Titus Homenick Andrew Hampton Newman William Leslie Robertson

Practical Nursing Certificate

Shonda Starr Bradley Katelynn Shae Cecil Mckenzie Brooke Edwards Autumn Jade Farmer Donna L. Kiefer Manuel Gonzalez Vera Heather D. Haga Hayley Nichole Howell Amber Rachelle King

Kayla Lynne Kirby Carlin Gabrielle McCutcheon Leigh Anna Nicole Melton Gabriela Munoz Katie Diane Queen

Ashley Wright Stoots Hailey Jade Warden Makenzie Grace Wolfe

Career Studies Certificate in Dental Assisting

Brandie Marie Arnold *Hannah Renee Blankenship Savannah Nicole Coleman Samantha Irene Gallimore Kaylene Frances Hall Kameron Barry Holston

Chevelle Mae Martin Emily Marie McInturff Jenna Grace Musser Annabelle Jane Poling Ashlyn Leanne Quesinberry Manuela E. Romero Liza Yaneth Soto Gracie Victoria Thompson Hannah F. Yarber Allison Marie Kell Meena Cheyenne Kukeattinun Rachel M. Moser Emily Nicole Musick Samantha Jane Trimble

Olivia Marie Horton Lauren Olivia Manis Chloe Reece Marcum

Career Studies Certificate in Pharmacy Technician

Abigail Joy Arnold Tena Barker Bott Lydia Rose Collins Samantha Jade Crute Journee Skylar Cruz

Career Studies Certificate in Phlebotomy

Haley Marie Combs Emma Paige Dolin Jada Cyenna Faith Edwards

Brittany Renea Johnson Dinah Sue Minnick Hallie Shea Newman Madalyn Paige Parks Chloe Cheyenne Ruiz Hailey Grace Wilson

Annie Michelle Hall Alyssa Grace Holston Mallaury Hughes

Wytheville Community College Annual Commencement Occupational & Technical Programs May 10, 2025 3:30 p.m.

Processional ........................................................................“Pomp and Circumstance” (Elgar) (Please rise and remain standing through the playing of the National Anthem)

Moment of Reflection .....................................................................................Dr. Dean Sprinkle President, Wytheville Community College

Presentation of Colors........ Grayson County High School Navy JROTC Color Guard

Pledge of Allegiance/National Anthem ..................................................Dr. Dean Sprinkle President, Wytheville Community College

Welcome and Introduction of Platform Dignitaries ..............Mr. Malcolm Brown, IV Chair, Wytheville Community College Board

Student Commentary...........................................................................................Shizuko Hatten Student Representative, WCC Class of 2025, Associate of Applied Science Degree in Technical Studies with a Specialization in Electrical

Recognition of Professor Emeritus ......................................................................Dr. Sprinkle

Conferring of Honorary Degree .............................................................................Dr. Sprinkle

Presentation of Candidates ..........................................................................Dr. Sherry Phelan Vice President of Instruction and Student Development

Presentation of Diplomas and Recognition of Student Honors ............................................. Dr. Sprinkle and Mrs. Renee Thomas Dean of Student Success and Academic Development

Conferring of Degrees.................................................................................................Dr. Sprinkle

Closing Remarks ...........................................................................................................Dr. Sprinkle

Recessional ....................................................................................................................................Elgar

Associate of Applied Science Degree in Administrative Support Technology with a Specialization in Health Information Management

Ruth Napoleon Burris Shannon Marie Cyntje Amy Marie Hampton

Candice Loraine Miller Megan Lynn Parks April Rochelle Phipps Melissa Robbins Stamper Crystal Lee Gertz

Jane King Hawks Jennifer E. Kinzie

Associate of Applied Science Degree in Administrative Support Technology with a Specialization in Legal Assistant Rebecca LeAnn Goad E. Keith Jones Contessa R. Newman Sandra Kay Wright

Certificate in Clerical Studies

Crystal Lee Gertz

Jasmine Nicole Mitchell

Certificate in Medical Office Clerk

Shannon Marie Cyntje

April Rochelle Phipps

Career Studies Certificate in Electronic Medical Records Specialist Jennifer E. Kinzie Megan Lynn Parks Candice Loraine Miller

Career Studies Certificate in Medical Coding

Jessica L. Bartlett Megan Brooke Bond Ruth Napoleon Burris Alicen Linn Crosswhite Jeremy W. Evans Rachel Renee Fleeman Courtney Danielle Fredrick Amber L. Haga Amy Marie Hampton Morgan Grace Hollandsworth

Angela M. Holmes Jennifer E. Kinzie April Rochelle Phipps

Dawn M. Rabara Jessica Ramirez

Brandi Jessica Slaughter Melissa Robbins Stamper Baylee Nicole Toothman Sheena R. Wyatt

Career Studies Certificate in Medical Transcriptionist

Ruth Napoleon Burris Jeremy W. Evans Crystal Lee Gertz

Amy Marie Hampton Sabrina G. Worsham

Career Studies Certificate in Legal Assistant

Katlin Blevins Kaycee Logan Durrell Rebecca LeAnn Goad

E. Keith Jones Contessa R. Newman Sandra Kay Wright

Career Studies Certificate in Clerical Assistant

Ruth Napoleon Burris Kaycee Logan Durrell

Crystal Lee Gertz Contessa R. Newman

Career Studies Certificate in File Clerk

Ruth Napoleon Burris Crystal Lee Gertz Amy Marie Hampton Jennifer E. Kinzie

Contessa R. Newman Megan Lynn Parks April Rochelle Phipps

Associate of Applied Science Degree in Criminal Justice

Westley Phillip Aker Wyatt Ethan Branscome Cody Lee Davis Tiha D. Helms Lori Justus Thomas Parker Meredith John Elliott Oglesby

Jonah Scott Sharp Christopher Robinson Shaw Landon Smith Destini Cheyenne Taylor Isaac Nolan Thompson Brandi Nicol Vernamonti

Associate of Applied Science in Corrections Science

Tiha D. Helms Lori Justus Thomas Parker Meredith

Jonah Scott Sharp Destini Cheyenne Taylor Brandi Nicol Vernamont

Career Studies Certificate in Criminal Justice I

Bryton James Atkins Preston Alexander Blevins Wyatt Ethan Branscome

John Elliott Oglesby Trenton Phillip Schaeffer Christopher Robinson Shaw Aidan Aaron Thomas Brandi Nicol Vernamonti Jonah Scott Sharp Christopher Robinson Shaw Landon Smith Kimberlyn Spencer Karen S. Taylor Isaac Nolan Thompson

Cody Lee Davis Blake Lee Love

Career Studies Certificate in Criminal Justice II

Bryton James Atkins Wyatt Ethan Branscome Cody Lee Davis Hannah Abagail Gates Thomas Parker Meredith John Elliott Oglesby

Career Studies Certificate in Corrections Science I

Robert Paul Lineberry Trenton Phillip Schaeffer

Blake Lee Love

Brandi Nicol Vernamonti

Career Studies Certificate in Corrections Science II

Wyatt Ethan Branscome Paige Liliana Kohles Robert Paul Lineberry Thomas Parker Meredith

Jonah Scott Sharp Landon Smith Kimberlyn Spencer Karen S. Taylor

Associate of Applied Science Degree in Machine Technology

Justin Tyler Gilman Aydin Wesley Grubb Blake Reed Hedrick Edward Earle Hickerson

Noah Riley Huffman James Michael Mitchell Roman Aaron Wright

Certificate in Machine Tool Operations

Justin Tyler Gilman Aydin Wesley Grubb Blake Reed Hedrick Edward Earle Hickerson

Noah Riley Huffman James Michael Mitchell Roman Aaron Wright

Career Studies Certificate in Machine Technology I

Rodney Blaine Ayers Logan Michael Blair Bobby Logan Boyer Justin Tyler Gilman Aydin Wesley Grubb Blake Reed Hedrick

Edward Earle Hickerson Noah Riley Huffman Jack Meredith James Michael Mitchell Isaac Cole Shumate Roman Aaron Wright

Career Studies Certificate in Machine Technology II

Joseph Neal Gibbs Justin Tyler Gilman Aydin Wesley Grubb Blake Reed Hedrick

Edward Earle Hickerson Noah Riley Huffman James Michael Mitchell Roman Aaron Wright

Associate of Applied Science Degree in Technical Studies

Samuel Henry Campo

Patrick Brent Hawks

Associate of Applied Science Degree in Technical Studies with a Specialization in Electrical

Kristofer David Charles Mason Daniel Coalson Mason Thomas Courtney Jacob Levi Hagy Joshua Lee Hardison Shizuko Lynn Hatten Ben Jollay Logan Michael Miller

Elijah William Osborne David Isaiah Ousley Caleb Riggins Bradley Tyler Riggins Pueblito Rufino Saldivar Mathew Creed Thomas Bryce Logan Tibbs

Diploma in Electrical

Samuel Henry Campo Patrick Brent Hawks

Pueblito Rufino Saldivar Mathew Creed Thomas

Career Studies Certificate in Carpentry I

Francisco Javier Carranza Alderete Bobby Garrett Hastings Thalia Soulle Hernandez Mason Holder Ladd

Caden Mosley Devin Ray Watson Parker Braden Wolfe

Career Studies Certificate in Carpentry II

Bobby Garrett Hastings Thalia Soulle Hernandez Caden Mosley

Earl Andrew Mullins Jayden Ross Pugh

Career Studies Certificate in Electrical I

Lillie Rose Barrett David Allen Bowen Catarino Florindo Carrillo Carrillo Mason Daniel Coalson Mason Thomas Courtney Isaac Cowan Franklin Vinson DeBoe Damian Nathaniel Difranco

James Lyell Lewis Cole Thomas Lorenz Samuel Lee Martin Michael Ray Melton Zachariah Neal

Nickilas Ryan Quesenberry Matthew Jude Reigelsperger David B. Rhea Jr. Caleb Riggins Bradley Tyler Riggins Cristian Jacabo Rodriguez Martinez Alejandro Rosales Pueblito Rufino Saldivar Austin Lee Sayers Alyssa Sullivan Reece Andrew Vaught Riley Jo Vaught

Matthew Conner Goad Darryl Dimarco Glover Grace Grim Charles Buford Grubb Jr. Jacob Levi Hagy Shizuko Lynn Hatten Patrick Brent Hawks Curtis Daniel Hill Bradley Christopher Hill Luke Bryan Jollay Ben Jollay Draylon Zander Lambert

Bryce Alexander Waller Christopher Noah Wilson

Career Studies Certificate in Electrical II

Lillie Rose Barrett David Allen Bowen Samuel Henry Campo Catarino Florindo Carrillo Carrillo

James Lyell Lewis Cole Thomas Lorenz Michel Ray Melton Logan Miichael Miller Bryant Johnathan Moretz Elijah William Osborne David Isaiah Ousley

Kristofer David Charles Mason Daniel Coalson Mason Thomas Courtney Isaac Cowan Franklin Vinson DeBoe Damian Nathaniel Difranco Darryl Dimarco Glover Matthew Conner Goad Grace Grim Charles Buford Grubb Jr Jacob Levi Hagy Joshua Lee Hardison Shizuko Lynn Hatten Patrick Brent Hawks Curtis Daniel Hill Bradley Christopher Hill Luke Bryan Jollay Ben Jollay

Nickilas Ryan Quesenberry Matthew Jude Reigelsperger David B. Rhea Jr. Caleb Riggins Bradley Tyler Riggins Cristian Jacabo Rodriguez Martinez Pueblito Rufino Saldivar Austin Lee Sayers Mathew Creed Thomas Bryce Logan Tibbs Reece Andrew Vaught Riley Jo Vaught Bryce Waller Christopher Noah Wilson

Career Studies Certificate in HVAC I: Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Colby Levi Akers Marshall Armstrong

Austin Lee Dowell William Colby Hash Luke Eli Hillenberg

Benjamin Hardy Brown Caleb Sebastian Campbell David H. Cox Travis Allen Cox Josh Dewilde

Jacob Tyler Lineberry Zachary Devin Morris Austin Repass Alexander Michael Vargas

Associate of Applied Science Degree in Technical Studies with a Specialization in HVAC Jacob Tyler Lineberry

Career Studies Certificate in HVAC II: Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Colby Levi Akers Marshall Armstrong

William Colby Hash Luke Eli Hillenberg Jacob Tyler Lineberry Joseph S. Mina Zachary Devin Morris Austin Repass Alexander Michael Vargas

Benjamin Hardy Brown Caleb Sebastian Campbell David H. Cox Travis Allen Cox Josh Dewilde Austin Lee Dowell

Career Studies Certificate in Plumbing I

Kaiden Michael Atkinson Tyler Michael Horton Joseph S. Mina Austin Perry Nester

Brock Smelser Christopher Ryan Villegas Carmen C. Walton

Career Studies Certificate in Plumbing II

Kaiden Michael Atkinson Tyler Michael Horton Austin Perry Nester

Brock Smelser Christopher Ryan Villegas Carmen C. Walton

Associate of Applied Science Degree in Technical Studies with a Specialization in Welding Deacon Lucas Simone

Career Studies Certificate in Welding I

Brent Charles Amick *Alexis Aranda Quiroz Axel Alejandro Elox Mazariegos

Jace Dillon Love *Brady Eli Lowe Thomas Pulliam *Jason D. Senecal *Joel Solis-Ramos

Miguel Angel Espinoza Jr. *Holden Thomas Haynes *Terry Colson Holt Andrew Franklin King Nicholas Taymond Lisanti

Kaleb James Richardson Christopher Thomas Sapp

Career Studies Certificate in Welding II

Brent Charles Amick Andrew Franklin King Nicholas Taymond Lisanti Jace Dillon Love

Thomas Pulliam Kaleb James Richardson Christopher Thomas Sapp

Career Studies Certificate in Building Trades

*Jared Riley Allison *Jon Grayson Boyd *Nathanael David Dalton *Christian Lee Fuller *Trevor Hall *Braydon Gene Hundley *Riley Douglas Ingram *Corbin Daniel Kastner *Brayden Marshall

*Paul Marshall *Austin Scott Marshall *Jacob Ryan McGrady *William Matthew McMillian *William Roberts *Eli Samuel Shaw *Bryce Arnold Smoot *Cameran Mitchell Snow

Wytheville Community College Annual Commencement Transfer & Educational Partnerships Programs May 10, 2025 6:00 p.m.

Processional ........................................................................“Pomp and Circumstance” (Elgar) (Please rise and remain standing through the playing of the National Anthem)

Moment of Reflection .....................................................................................Dr. Dean Sprinkle President, Wytheville Community College

Presentation of Colors.......................Carroll County High School JROTC Color Guard

Pledge of Allegiance/National Anthem ..................................................Dr. Dean Sprinkle President, Wytheville Community College

Welcome and Introduction of Platform Dignitaries .................... Mrs. Leslie Farthing .....................................................................Vice Chair, Wytheville Community College Board

Student Commentary.................................................................................... Christopher Akers Student Representative, WCC Class of 2025, Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree in General Studies with a Specialization in Human Services

Recognition of Professor Emeritus ......................................................................Dr. Sprinkle

Conferring of Honorary Degree .............................................................................Dr. Sprinkle

Presentation of Candidates ..........................................................................Dr. Sherry Phelan Vice President of Instruction and Student Development

Presentation of Diplomas and Recognition of Student Honors ............................................. Dr. Sprinkle and Mrs. Renee Thomas Dean of Student Success and Academic Development

Conferring of Degrees.................................................................................................Dr. Sprinkle

Closing Remarks ...........................................................................................................Dr. Sprinkle

Recessional ....................................................................................................................................Elgar

Associate of Science Degree in Business Administration

MacKenzie Dayle Baker

Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree in Business Administration Kyle Jason Arnold Samuel Wade Blair Madison Hope Bobbitt Deonarine Gerard Campbell Robert P. Davis Eva Marie Marshall James Alexavier Murrell

Whitney Marie Parks Jada Gretchen Puckett Sophia Evelyn Rozaieski Colton Tyler Short Ernest Donald Sullivan, III Elijah Michael Williams

Jack Warner Formato Aiden Michael Keheley Savana Winter Kincer Colby J. Lockhart

Associate of Applied Science Degree in Business Management and Leadership Madison Nashae Mary Brown Megan Glass Tonya Ann Hernandez Michael Huff Sara B. McVey Karlie Jade Miller Lesley Anahi Rivera Padron Courtney Danielle Seagle Maci Rae Smith Heather R. Sutfin Luis Arnold Turcios Alexander Michael Weatherington

Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree in Education

Kristina Kaylene Barnette Nicole Lee Brooks Aiden Gray Burkentine Paige Kaylee Edwards Anthony Mauro Furstnau Hannah Renea Graffham Bridget C. Hamm Jennifer Elisa Ledezma Lozano Lily Ann Marshall

India Paige May Sophia Parris Puckett Rayna Jade Robbins Tyler Keith Sessoms Aaron Craig Stiltner Azalia Jacqueline Utt Maria Rohanha Consimino Webb

Abigail Jewel Wilson Daniel Leon Wilson

Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree in General Studies

Hayley Noelle Aker *Gracelyn Juliana Alderman *Brock Caden Ayers Connor Langley Benson Brandon William Bishop Sarah Elizabeth Buller Jaheim Calfee-Ramey *Zoey Isabella Clemons Brianna Jean Cody *Abagail Lynn Collins Alyssa Leeann Collins *Isaiaha Mehkai Dalton Emily D. Delp *Kaitlyn Michelle Dunford Lyla Rosemary Fallon *Connor Patrick Grady James Douglas Greer *Ethan Levi Grimes *Noah Riley Hall Megan Hope Harmon Cody Lee Harrington Roseanna Gwynne Horton Duncan Keith Blair *Lydia May Brewer Molly Rose Easter *Sara W. England

*Charla Elaine King *Julia Noel Largen Alexis Marie Lawson *Jayden Leagans

Angelina Marie Lombardi *Reagan Grace Mankins Sami Elizabeth Martin *Landon Michael McFarlane Joseph Trae McGuire *Ryan Kenneth Mullins Azure Lin Nasfell Sarah Marie Osburn *Heidi Nichole Pulliam Morgan Deborah Reigelsperger *Kaylyn Nicole Robinson *Madison Jean Robinson *Josie Marie Sawyers *Rhenna Sexton *Grayson Neal Sheets *Taylor Brooke Shrewsbury Jadyn Nicole Smith *Kaitlin Cheyenne Stone *Laurel Leigh Sutphin Makaela Katelyn Umberger *Yazmin Gomez Vega *Parker Grace White Alexander J. Williams *Cherokee Rebecca Denise Williams

*Laken Saige Johnson Daisy Elizabeth Kilby *Ansley Reece King

Associate of Science Degree in Social Science

Raegan Elizabeth Burchett Carli Leann Campbell

Hanna Marie Snider Kayleigh Elizabeth Blevins

Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree in General Studies with a Specialization in Human Services

Christopher Lee Akers Menatalla Elrakaiby Kayla R. Harrington Alexis Renee Hash Ziad Abbas Hassan Janet Riley Horton Cody Chase Hutton Alexis Cheyanne Irvin Rosetta Frances Kaufman Kaylee G. Long Madison Preston Long

Jeffery Garrett Maxwell Jasmine Elizabeth Prater Callie Rebecca Rose Callie Amanda Rost Kaycee RaeAnn Strahm Courtney Meagan Testerman Kayla Brooke Underwood Misty R. Urbina-Bowers Elissa Faith Viars

Artie Cassandra Wynn Sarah Edmonds Yelton

Associate of Science Degree in Social Sciences with a Major in Human Services Sharise Bowers Nevaeh Renee Brown Associate of Arts and Sciences with a Specialization in Substance Abuse Sarah A. Adams Chasity Leanette Hernandez Elizabeth Ann Hurst Abigail Rose Lineberry Christina Gayle Myers

Associate of Arts and Sciences in General Studies with a Specialization in Developmental Disabilities

McKenzie Rose Bass Destiny Sky Lineberry

Keisha Marie Smith

Career Studies Certificate in Human Services Developmental Disabilities Keisha Marie Smith

Career Studies Certificate in Human Services Substance Abuse

Ciara Harris Chasity Leanette Hernandez Kristy J. Largen Jessika Elise Lawson

Kimberly D. Rutherford Misty R. Urbina-Bowers Jessica Paige Vaughn

Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree in General Studies with a Specialization in Health Sciences Vivian A. Bunn Evan Grace Cumbee Ashley Barnes Edmonds Adamariz Flores Kelsie Madison Murphy Bradley Cole Patton Makayla Jean Simpkins Elaina Grace Standifer Savannah MaClay Surratt

Karina Garcia-Noyola Amanda Brooke Hamm Ronald Isaac Horton Kayleigh Jane Kilby Kristin Leighann McCarn

Alexis Madlen Taylor Shanasia Coree Wesley Michael Lane Wright

Associate of Science in Health Science

Miriam Braxton Mayra Xinena Guzman Moreno

Annie Michelle Hall Jenna Musser

Associate of Applied Science in Information Systems Technology Michael Dylan Martin Cassie Paige Martin Ava Anne Robbins Brianna Lynn Tucker James Layne Williams Associate of Applied Science Degree in Information Systems Technology with a Specialization in Ethical Hack and Penetration Testing Joshua Tyler Clontz Career Studies Certificate in Cybersecurity & Networking Foundations Tyler Ray Arnold Robert Jason Felts Sebastian Micheal Lamrouex Kathryn Estelle Parks Ava Anne Robbins

Chase Mellachi Smith Brianna Lynn Tucker Tyler Bruce Weatherman James Layne Williams

Michael Dylan Martin Cassie Paige Martin Melissa Jo Meek

Career Studies Certificate in Web Design and Office Applications Justin M. Mason

Melissa Jo Meek Brianna Lynn Tucker James Layne Williams

Michael Dylan Martin Cassie Paige Martin

Associate of Science Degree in Science

*Chloe Madeline Armbrister *Connor D. Beasley *Jay Ryan Burnette *Abbie Nicole Cockerham *Addyson Brooke Courtney *Harli Brook Delp *Ethan Carter Edwards *Gracie Ann Johnson Emily Paige Blankenbeckler *Alexis Brooke Boatman Sydney Lane Fortuner Kelsey Alexandria Grubb Parker Andrew Henson Jessica Dawn Lovern Ayah Mejdi

*Jasmine Lachelle Marion *William Ethan Martin *Ella Lorena Miller *Alyssa Delea Spangler *Jacky Reid Turman *Caleb Whitman *Walter Whitman Kelly Taylor Williams

Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree in Science

Laura Ellen Rose Odham Amy Gisselle Pistory Nathan Michael Redd Evelyn Jocelyn Rodriguez-Flores

Trevor Adam Rogers Mary Carrico Walker Zackary Seth Wingate

Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree in Science with a Specialization in Engineering Andrew Coleman Javier Ibarra Gallardo

Associate of Science Degree in Science with a Major in Mathematics Ian Brody Taylor

Associate of Arts and Sciences in Science with a Specialization in Veterinary Preparation

Biancca Nichole Camp Kristy Leigh-Anne Gates Rylie Heath

Abby Jade Melvin Sidda Rhiannon Shupe Alexis Jordan Mullins-Smith

Uniform Certificate of General Studies

Hayley Noelle Aker *Gracelyn Juliana Alderman *Chloe Madeline Armbrister *Brock Caden Ayers Kristina Kaylene Barnette

*Connor D. Beasley Duncan Keith Blair *Alexis Brooke Boatman *Lydia May Brewer Sarah Elizabeth Buller

Vivian A. Bunn Raegan Elizabeth Burchett *Nevaeh Jaqueline Burks *Jay Ryan Burnette Carli Leann Campbell *Zoey Isabella Clemons *Abbie Nicole Cockerham Brianna Jean Cody *Abagail Lynn Collins *Addyson Brooke Courtney *Isaiaha Mehkai Dalton Robert P. Davis Maddie Dehart Emily D. Delp *Harli Brook Delp *Caley Nicole Duncan *Kaitlyn Michelle Dunford Paige Kaylee Edwards *Ethan Carter Edwards *Sara W. England David Evans Lyla Rosemary Fallon Jack Warner Formato Sydney Lane Fortuner *Laken Cole Foutz *Connor Patrick Grady James Douglas Greer *Ethan Levi Grimes *Noah Riley Hall Megan Hope Harmon Parker Andrew Henson Roseanna Gwynne Horton *Laken Saige Johnson *Gracie Ann Johnson *Casey Michael Jones Aiden Michael Keheley Daisy Elizabeth Kilby Savana Winter Kincer

*Ansley Reece King *Charla Elaine King *Julia Noel Largen Alexis Marie Lawson *Jayden Leagans Cali Reagan Lineberry Colby J. Lockhart *Reagan Grace Mankins *Mazen Latif Mansour *Jasmine Lachelle Marion Sami Elizabeth Martin *William Ethan Martin India Paige May Kristin Leighann McCarn *Landon Michael McFarlane Joseph Trae McGuire

*Madison Melton *Ella Lorena Miller *Ryan Kenneth Mullins Sarah Marie Osburn Whitney Marie Parks *Areli Jazel Perez

Amy Gisselle Pistory Sophia Parris Puckett *Heidi Nichole Pulliam Nathan Michael Redd Morgan Deborah Reigelsperger *Hailey Marie Reynolds Rayna Jade Robbins *Kaylyn Nicole Robinson *Madison Jean Robinson Evelyn Jocelyn Rodriguez-Flores Sophia Evelyn Rozaieski

*Josie Marie Sawyers *Zayne Mitchell Sayers *Rhenna Sexton *Grayson Neal Sheets Colton Tyler Short

*Keeley Nicole Shortt *Taylor Brooke Shrewsbury

Azalia Jacqueline Utt *Yazmin Gomez Vega Mary Carrico Walker Maria Rohanha Consimino Webb *Parker Grace White

Jadyn Nicole Smith Hanna Marie Snider

*Alyssa Delea Spangler *Kaitlin Cheyenne Stone Ernest Donald Sullivan, III *Laurel Leigh Sutphin Ian Brody Taylor *Kolbe Noelle Thomas *Jacky Reid Turman

*Caleb Whitman *Walter Whitman Kelly Taylor Williams *Cherokee Rebecca Denise Williams Abigail Jewel Wilson

Governance of the College

President of the College Dr. Dean E. Sprinkle

Wytheville Community College Board Mr. Malcolm M. Brown, IV, County of Smyth, Chair Mrs. Leslie Farthing, County of Wythe, Vice Chair

Mr. Anthony R. Cline..........................................................................................County of Wythe Mr. Davis Goforth................................................................................................County of Wythe Mr. Jeff Holderfield............................................................................................ County of Carroll Dr. Gary M. Houseman......................................................................................County of Wythe Mr. Franklin Jett ................................................................................................. County of Carroll Mrs. Patsy O. McKnight ................................................................................ County of Grayson Mrs. Haley Painter............................................................................................... County of Bland Mr. Joe Reeves .................................................................................................. County of Grayson Mr. Jack Roberts ...........................................................................................................City of Galax Mr. Joe Robinson................................................................................................. County of Smyth

Virginia Community College System Dr. David Doré, Chancellor

State Board for Community Colleges Ms. Terri Thompson, Chair Mr. Michael Eric Wooten, Vice Chair

Mr. Edward C. Dalrymple, Jr. Mr. David Elmore Dr. Sasha Gong

Mrs. Peggy Layne Mr. Bruce Meyer Mr. Anthony Miller Ms. Alethea Robinson Mr. Jeremy Satterfield Mr. Michel Zaiur

Mr. Jeffrey V. Haley Mr. Mark J. Hourigan Mr. Wiley Johnson Mr. Maurice Jones

Mrs. Donna Fender Professor Emeritus

Mrs. Donna Fender has been selected as Professor Emeritus of Wytheville Community College for 2025. This honor may be bestowed on retired WCC faculty members who held faculty rank, had a minimum of ten years of service, and made meritorious and significant contributions to the college. Mrs. Fender earned an Associate Degree in Business Administration from Wytheville Community College in 1980, a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from Radford University in 1982, and a Master’s Degree in Education from Radford University in 1987. Mrs. Fender devoted 15 years of exemplary service to Wytheville Community College (WCC), which included 12 years as a faculty member and 3 ½ years as an administrator. She taught Administrative Support Technology from 1999 to 2011. As an associate professor and Program Head of Administrative Support Technology, Mrs. Fender worked diligently to provide relevant instruction to prepare students for their career path. She encouraged and mentored students in and out of the classroom and also served as club co-sponsor for WCC’s Phi Beta Lambda chapter where many WCC students earned state and national recognition for their business skills. Mrs. Fender served as the Interim Dean of General Education and Business during 2011-2012, and became the Dean of Transfer, Business, and Social Sciences in 2012, until her retirement in 2015. Her leadership and commitment were instrumental in fostering a positive and collaborative work environment, advancing college initiatives, and delivering exceptional support to administration, faculty, staff, and students. Donna consistently demonstrated professionalism and accuracy in her division, providing academic leadership in program planning, overseeing accreditation requirements, and creating articulation opportunities. Throughout her tenure, Mrs. Fender championed WCC’s culture of excellence and quality service, promoting teamwork, respectful communication, and professional development. WCC proudly honors Mrs. Donna Fender for her dedication, leadership, and invaluable contributions to the college community.

Dr. Oliver McBride Honorary Degree

At this year’s commencement, the college is pleased to present an Honorary Associate Degree in Humane Letters to Dr. Oliver McBride.

Dr. McBride has a long-standing commitment to the success of Wytheville Community College (WCC). He served as Superintendent of Carroll County Public Schools from 1989 to 2007, during which he expanded dual enrollment opportunities, increasing available courses and credentialed faculty. He played a key role in founding the Crossroads Rural Entrepreneurial Institute in Galax, establishing a 501(c)(3) organization to repurpose a former Lowe’s building into a facility for small business incubation and an off-site location for WCC. After retiring from Carroll County Public Schools, he became Executive Director of the Crossroads Institute from 2007–2015. While in that role, Dr. McBride encouraged the community’s use of the Crossroads Institute and their participation in programs WCC offered at that location. Dr. McBride also launched the Twin County Leadership Initiative, providing WCC students opportunities for career exploration and leadership development alongside local professionals. Appointed to the WCC Board in 2015, he served on various committees and was Vice Chair from 2022–2023. Through his work with the Fuller Center for Housing - Greater Carroll County Area, a collaboration was fostered with WCC’s Construction Technology Programs, to provide students with hands-on learning experiences. Additionally, Dr. McBride supported cultural arts as a member of the WCC Choir and a generous advocate of the WCC Educational Foundation. Dr. McBride remains deeply committed to his community and to fostering higher education opportunities. As a steadfast advocate for lifelong learning, he actively promotes the value of attending WCC and pursuing academic and career aspirations. Dr. McBride’s dedication is evident in his ongoing efforts to champion college initiatives and support educational programs that empower individuals to achieve their goals. Through his unwavering support, Dr. McBride continues to inspire students to recognize the transformative impact of education and take steps toward building brighter futures for themselves, their families, and their communities.