Area students recognized by colleges
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By Carlton Fletcher
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SRTC-Tifton Surgical Technology graduates honored
THOMASVILLE — Southern Regional Technical College recently recognized three graduating Surgical Technology students at a pinning ceremony at SRTC-Tifton honoring their achievements.
The graduating Surgical Technology Tifton cohort includes Rachel Bryan of Poulan, Amia Davis of Ty Ty and Madison Scott of Sylvester.
Each of the graduating students completed multiple semesters of rigorous prerequisite and occupational coursework, including a series of clinical rotations at local medical offices. Graduates of the program receive a Surgical Technology Associate of Applied Science degree. The students sat for the Certified Surgical Technologist examination through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting. Each graduate passed their board exam on the first attempt. This 100% first-attempt pass rate is a major accomplishment for this program and its students.
University of Maryland Global Campus announces graduates
ADELPHI, Md. — University of Maryland Global Campus graduated nearly 14,000 students worldwide during the 2023-24 academic year. Students from all 50 states, three U.S. territories, and 24 countries earned UMGC degrees, and more than 3,200 graduates attended ceremonies around the world, including in Germany, Japan, Korea and Guam, as well as “Grad Walk” in Adelphi.
Among the graduates were:
— Javier Lagunas of Albany: Associate of Arts, General Studies
— Emily Bowman of Albany: Bachelor of Science, Business Administration.
Troy recognizes students for completing IMPACT
TROY, Ala. — Troy University recently recognized new students who have completed IMPACT orientation and enrolled in classes.
Local students who are attending Troy include:
Adeline Barden of Leesburg
Caroline Huey of Camilla
Tyler Laidman of Pelham
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