Ouachita Baptist University's spring 2023 graduating class.

By Felley Lawson

May 25, 2023

ARKADELPHIA, Ark. — Ouachita Baptist University honored more than 400 students during its 136th Spring Commencement on Saturday, May 13, on the front lawn of Cone-Bottoms Hall. Graduates earned Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Music Education and Bachelor of Fine Arts degrees, as well as Master of Science degrees, post-baccalaureate certificates for Dietetic Internship and the university’s first Master of Education degrees in curriculum & instruction and Master of Science degrees in nutrition.

In keeping with Ouachita tradition, the Commencement address was delivered by Dr. Ben Sells, Ouachita president, who also led Commencement exercises. He encouraged graduates to know the importance of humility, foster character and nourish hope in pursuit of the goal of being lifelong learners.

“I believe you are more likely to flourish and excel in every area of life if you commit to be a learner no matter how much you come to know,” said Sells. “Knowers, assuming they have arrived, draw only on what they have learned. Learners, on the other hand, never stop learning. They continue to adjust, adapt and add to their advantages.

“Based on what your predecessors report, your Ouachita education and experience have prepared you exceedingly well,” he added. “The investment in you by faculty and staff, the support of your family and classmates, the time and effort you have put forward and the grace of God help you go from this place with an advantage. The better you steward it, the more opportunity it will provide.”

Students recognized during the ceremony included those who completed their degree requirements in August 2022, December 2022 and May 2023. Collectively, they earned the highest number of degrees conferred by Ouachita in more than 40 years. Of 187 honor graduates, 30 achieved a 4.0 GPA.

Candidates for graduation were presented by Dr. Justin Hardin, vice president for academic affairs. Dr. Jim Files, associate professor of accounting and chair of the university committee, served as Commencement marshal. Honorary marshals were retiring faculty members Janice Ford, professor emerita of library services; Dr. Ray Franklin, professor emeritus of Christian missions; Dr. Timothy E. Hayes, professor emeritus of chemistry; and Dr. Michael E. Reynolds, professor emeritus of kinesiology.

Senior Class President Kallen Smith, a biomedical sciences major from Jonesboro, Ark., delivered the invocation. Scripture was read by Mason Campbell, a Christian studies/biblical studies & theology major from Hinton, W.V.; Ashton Hurst, a psychology and Christian studies/biblical studies & theology double major from Van Buren, Ark.; Alex Moore, a philosophy & English double major from Gulfport, Miss.; Angela Staats, a Christian studies/Christian missions major from Oklahoma City, Okla.; Hannah Tullos, a Christian studies/biblical studies & theology major from Paris, Texas; and Wade Wilson, a Christian studies/biblical studies & theology major from Springdale, Ark. All were students in the Pruet School of Christian Studies.

Sells conferred degrees upon the graduates, including an honorary degree conferred posthumously upon Clark Yarbrough, a senior from Rowlett, Texas, who died unexpectedly in the fall. He also recognized four graduates who were commissioned as second lieutenants in the U.S. Army: Chase Howerton, a nutrition & dietetics and military science double major from Rockwall, Texas; Trey Lamb, a biology major from Austin, Ark.; Joe Ragsdell, a kinesiology/recreation & sports administration major from Columbia, Mo.; and Alex Thyes, a business administration/entrepreneurship major from Conroe, Texas.

Ouachita Baptist University, a private liberal arts university in Arkadelphia, Ark., is in its 137th year as a Christ-centered learning community and is ranked nationally by U.S. News & World Report. Learn more about the university’s highly personal approach, reflected in a student/faculty ratio of 13:1, at obu.edu.

Ouachita’s Arkansas candidates for graduation, in order of hometown, are:

Alexander, Ark. – Madison Draper graduated magna cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in accounting and finance; Kailee Morehart graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in music and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree.

Alma, Ark. – Taylor Blair graduated August 2022 with a Master of Science degree in applied behavior analysis; Mack Polk graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in environmental studies.

Arkadelphia, Ark. – Khennedy Brunson graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in sociology; Sam Coventry graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science degree in computer science and applied mathematics; Caroline Derby graduated summa cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science and communications & media/multimedia journalism, strategic communications and sports media; Henry Hunley graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science and Christian foundations; Ashlee Sharp graduated August 2022 with a Master of Science degree in applied behavior analysis; Diana Summerville graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in church media/production arts; Kelly Thevenot graduated August 2022 with a Master of Science degree in applied behavior analysis; Lizann Tollett graduated May 2023 with a Master of Education degree in curriculum & instruction; Josh Wallace graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering physics; Drew Webb graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration/management.

Ash Flat, Ark. – Natalie Moore graduated summa cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in public history and communications & media/integrated communications.

Austin, Ark. – Peyton Floyd graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Christian studies/missions; Lindsay Fulton graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in graphic design.

Batesville, Ark. – Katelyn Langston graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in kinesiology & leisure studies/pre-professional studies.

Benton, Ark. – Natalie Atkins graduated May 2023 with a post-baccalaureate certificate in dietetic internship; Jade Dorman graduated summa cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Spanish and a Bachelor of Science degree in biology; Maggie George graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology and sociology; Wes Guerra graduated summa cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in accounting and finance; Allison Hughes graduated May 2023 with a Master of Education degree in curriculum & instruction; Karlee Kindy graduated magna cum laude December 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in community & family services and Spanish; Bryce Krisell graduated magna cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in worship arts; Dawson Ramsey graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in finance; Kinley Ritter graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in mathematics; Sarah Spakes graduated summa cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science and public history; Gary Storment graduated magna cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Christian studies/biblical studies & theology; Allison Strickland graduated December 2022 with a Master of Science degree in nutrition; Kennedy Stringfellow graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology and psychology; Abbi Sullins graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology.

Bentonville, Ark. – Elizabeth Brandecker graduated August 2022 with a Master of Science degree in applied behavior analysis; Kelsi Coleman graduated magna cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education; Ben George graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology; Natalie Helms graduated magna cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology and biology; Cody Kehmeier graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Music Education degree in choral education; Shelby Roberts graduated May 2023 with a post-baccalaureate certificate in dietetic internship; Hunter Swoboda graduated cum laude December 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science and finance.

Bismarck, Ark. – Karigan Beckwith graduated summa cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication sciences & disorders; Victoria Bourgeois graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration/marketing; Ashlee Stewart graduated December 2022 with a Master of Science degree in nutrition; Sidney Sundberg graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science and sociology.

Bryant, Ark. – Broc Ingold graduated December 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications & media/visual media & film and sports media; Allyson Melton graduated May 2023 with a post-baccalaureate certificate in dietetic internship; Henry Terry graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in finance.

Cabot, Ark. – Nicole Calhoon graduated August 2022 with a Master of Science degree in applied behavior analysis; Haley Cason graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Christian studies; Samantha Crawford graduated August 2022 with a Master of Science degree in applied behavior analysis; Abigail Gaddis graduated magna cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications & media/visual media & film and strategic communications; Dena Hallum graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications & media/multimedia journalism; Mason Martin graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology; Chris Rudy graduated December 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology; Gracen Turner graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology.

Camden, Ark. – Lou Bryant graduated magna cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in education and kinesiology & leisure studies/teaching; Piper Fain graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology; Karrington Gordon graduated May 2023 with a post-baccalaureate certificate in dietetic internship; Luke Jeffus graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology; Grace Tidwell graduated cum laude December 2022 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biomedical sciences; Kathryn Totty graduated summa cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications & media/strategic communications and political science.

Carlisle, Ark. – Jamie Means graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in interdisciplinary studies.

Casscoe, Ark. – Camryn Shelton graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education.

Centerton, Ark. – Madeline McKay graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in graphic design.

Cherokee Village, Ark. – Joy Covington graduated summa cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Christian studies/biblical studies & theology and Christian ministry.

Clarksville, Ark. – Britni Magdaleno graduated August 2022 with a Master of Science degree in applied behavior analysis.

College Station, Ark. – Tommy Crumpton III graduated December 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in kinesiology & leisure studies/recreation & sports administration.

Conway, Ark. – Baker Kendrick graduated magna cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology; Nathan Turner graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in secondary education and kinesiology & leisure studies/teaching.

Crossett, Ark. – Olivia Hibbard graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in church media/production arts; Clayton Nelson graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in finance; Karis Staley graduated summa cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Christian studies/biblical studies & theology.

Danville, Ark. – Drew Papasan graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Christian studies.

Dardanelle, Ark. – Hannah George graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in graphic design.

Diaz, Ark. – Latina Robinson graduated December 2022 with a Master of Science degree in nutrition.

Donaldson, Ark. – Dylan Clayton graduated magna cum laude December 2022 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology.

Dover, Ark. – Savannah Pierce graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Christian studies/Christian ministry and biblical studies & theology.

El Dorado, Ark. – Leslie McElroy graduated December 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration/marketing; Jonathan Sandy graduated December 2022 with a Bachelor of Music Education degree in instrumental education; Daisy Bright graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in graphic design; Olivia Wylie graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree.

England, Ark. – Beth Formby-Bruce graduated December 2022 with a Master of Science degree in nutrition.

Fayetteville, Ark. – Carsten Johnson graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology; Karla Montiel graduated December 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Spanish; Sophia Ward graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology.

Fort Smith, Ark. – Emily Bass graduated magna cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education; Sara Kate Cole graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in musical theatre; Riley Collins graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in secondary education and English; Kelley Hayes graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in kinesiology & leisure studies/pre-professional studies; Eryn Riley graduated magna cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Music Education degree in choral education; Mackenzie Hamilton graduated August 2022 with a Master of Science degree in applied behavior analysis.

Greenwood, Ark. – Isaiah Belue graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in finance; Lexie Castillow graduated December 2022 with a Master of Education degree in curriculum & instruction; Nikki Kennon graduated August 2022 with a Master of Science degree in applied behavior analysis; Taylor Koeth graduated magna cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and secondary education; Abby Rundell graduated August 2022 with a Master of Science degree in applied behavior analysis.

Gurdon, Ark. – Kelsey Clark graduated August 2022 with a Master of Science degree in applied behavior analysis.

Harrisburg, Ark. – Bec Caughron graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications & media/visual media & film and strategic communications; Kaylee Martin graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree.

Harrison, Ark. – Kylie Jo Kilgore graduated December 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in kinesiology & leisure studies/teaching.

Hartman, Ark. – Jacquelyn Fowler graduated August 2022 with a Master of Science degree in applied behavior analysis.

Heber Springs, Ark. – Jojo Riggs graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in interdisciplinary studies.

Helena, Ark. – LaCameria Clark graduated December 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications & media/strategic communications and visual media & film.

Hope, Ark. – Hannah Lloyd graduated magna cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education; Nick Yates graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Christian studies/biblical studies & theology.

Hot Springs, Ark. – Cory Brannan graduated August 2022 with a Master of Science degree in applied behavior analysis; Jolie Crane graduated magna cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education; Madison Easley graduated magna cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biomedical sciences; Colby Heaton graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science and history; Nick Hinson graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration/entrepreneurship and management; Hayley Johnson graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in theatre arts; Larenz Nero graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in computer science; Chloe Spraggins graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in music; Kyleigh Stevens graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Music degree in vocal performance; Zane Swayze graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication sciences & disorders; Carson Tillery graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in finance and business administration/management, marketing and entrepreneurship.

Humphrey, Ark. – Hailey Houghton graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration/entrepreneurship.

Jonesboro, Ark. – Randal Ballew, Jr. graduated December 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Christian studies; Izzy Baughn graduated summa cum laude December 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications & media/strategic communications and political science; Chris Couch graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in education and kinesiology & leisure studies/teaching; Braden Crawley graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science degree in computer science and a Bachelor of Arts degree in music; Ashlyn Ham graduated summa cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering physics; Dani Imrie graduated December 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in middle school education; Bella Owen graduated summa cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Music degree in musical theatre; Michelle Phillips graduated December 2022 with a Master of Education degree in curriculum & instruction; Samantha Saldivar graduated August 2022 with a Master of Science degree in applied behavior analysis; Kallen Smith graduated magna cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biomedical sciences.

Junction City, Ark. – Terrell Gibson graduated May 2023 with a Master of Education degree in curriculum & instruction.

Little Rock, Ark. – Madeline Babb graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Christian studies/missions and Christian ministry; Anna Black graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration/entrepreneurship; Jordan Blaydes graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication sciences & disorders; Katie Bonge graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in community & family services; Grace Bornemeier graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology; Liz Byrd graduated December 2022 with a Bachelor of Science degree in psychology; Rebekah Chandler graduated summa cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in accounting and finance; Bill Criswell, Jr. graduated December 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in music; Austin Crook graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English; Jessica Daniell graduated August 2022 with a Master of Science degree in applied behavior analysis; Emily Doyne graduated August 2022 with a Master of Science degree in applied behavior analysis; Michal Felan graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology and sociology; Cookie Giles graduated August 2022 with a Master of Science degree in applied behavior analysis; Seth Hernandez graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in kinesiology & leisure studies/exercise science; Garner Hodge graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science; Jessica Johnson graduated summa cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in finance; Matt Jones graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in kinesiology & leisure studies/recreation & sports administration; Seth Lybrand graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science; Jordan Meacham graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration/sport management; Makayla Miller graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology; Garrett Nipps graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Christian studies/philosophy and biblical studies & theology; John Peyton graduated summa cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biomedical sciences; Logan Robertson graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology; Noah Sanders graduated magna cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science and Christian studies/biblical studies & theology; Todd Schmidt graduated December 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration/marketing; Tanner Shipman graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration/marketing and communications & media/sports media; Rebekah Van Namen graduated magna cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education; Gracie Vaughn graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in kinesiology & leisure studies/pre-professional studies.

Lockesburg, Ark. – Kat Clay graduated August 2022 with a Master of Science degree in applied behavior analysis.

Lonoke, Ark. – Katie Bayer graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications & media/integrated communications; Brad Richardson graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Christian studies/Christian ministry.

Louann, Ark. – Alex Savage graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology.

Magnet Cove, Ark. – Josh Spiva graduated magna cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biomedical sciences and chemistry.

Magnolia, Ark. – Elise McWilliams graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in middle school education.

Malvern, Ark. – Brenna Kesterson graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education.

Mansfield, Ark. – Bre Grady graduated August 2022 with a Master of Science degree in applied behavior analysis; Brenda Grady graduated August 2022 with a Master of Science degree in applied behavior analysis.

Marion, Ark. – Christy Dunavan graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in graphic design.

Maumelle, Ark. – Drew Harrod graduated December 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in interdisciplinary studies; Abby Moore graduated cum laude December 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology and sociology; Miranda Pettit graduated summa cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree; Caden Pulliam graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology; Chloe Schnaitman graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in community & family services.

McGehee, Ark. – Dayja James graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication sciences & disorders; Caroline Massey graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Christian studies/Christian ministry and communications & media/strategic communications.

Mena, Ark. – Justin Dean graduated December 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration/management and marketing; Cate Reynolds graduated August 2022 with a Master of Science degree in applied behavior analysis.

Mineral Springs, Ark. – Katie Mayo graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in worship studies; Tia Stewart graduated August 2022 with a Master of Science degree in applied behavior analysis.

Mount Ida, Ark. – Bailey Martin graduated magna cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication sciences & disorders; Katie Minton graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in sociology.

Mountain View, Ark. – Kadyn Johnson graduated magna cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Christian studies/biblical studies & theology and Christian ministry.

Murfreesboro, Ark. – Hannah Cox graduated August 2022 with a Master of Science degree in applied behavior analysis.

Nashville, Ark. – Mea Heard graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science degree in psychology.

North Little Rock, Ark. – Taylor Barnhart graduated magna cum laude December 2022 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology; Hannah Johnson graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in community & family services; Trey Lamb III graduated summa cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology; Luke Lancaster graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology; Chloe Lay graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education; Grace Rew graduated magna cum laude December 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in community & family services; Keelan Stanley graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in kinesiology & leisure studies/recreation & sports administration; Mary Charles West graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration/management and political science.

Ozark, Ark. – Hunter Jackson graduated December 2022 with a Master of Education degree in curriculum & instruction; Caroline Johnson graduated magna cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science and communications & media/communications studies and integrated communications.

Paris, Ark. – Alyssa Huber graduated December 2022 with a Master of Science degree in nutrition.

Paron, Ark. – Matthew Howard graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology.

Pine Bluff, Ark. – Ty Compton, Jr. graduated December 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in kinesiology & leisure studies/recreation & sports administration; Sara Hulse graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in kinesiology & leisure studies/pre-professional studies.

Prairie Grove, Ark. – Elizabeth Hall graduated magna cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and secondary education.

Prattsville, Ark. – Elise Hicks graduated magna cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science; Anna Talley graduated magna cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Christian foundations and music.

Rector, Ark. – Emma Bucy graduated August 2022 with a Master of Science degree in applied behavior analysis.

Rogers, Ark. – Chaney Campbell graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in music industry; Nathan Ginn graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in history; Jentry Lantzsch graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration/management and entrepreneurship; Faith Lymburner graduated summa cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications & media/visual media & film; Juliana Shaw graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication sciences & disorders.

Royal, Ark. – Noel Grisham graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in community & family services.

Russellville, Ark. – Meg Atchison graduated cum laude December 2022 with a Bachelor of Science degree in nutrition & dietetics; Jenna Biggers graduated cum laude December 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology; Seth Curl graduated summa cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biomedical sciences and psychology; Hannah Garner graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science degree in nutrition & dietetics; Emmy Hipps graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology; Caroline Hogan graduated August 2022 with a Master of Science degree in applied behavior analysis.

Searcy, Ark. – Jared Beehn graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Christian studies/missions; Alex Delgado graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology; Julia Shands graduated summa cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications & media/strategic communications.

Sheridan, Ark. – Madison Raney graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology; Ashley Sweeney graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree.

Sherwood, Ark. – Bethany Files graduated August 2022 with a Master of Science degree in applied behavior analysis; Emily Horn graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication sciences & disorders and sociology; Kaydee Price graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology.

Sparkman, Ark. – Katie White graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education.

Springdale, Ark. – Grant Allen graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in accounting and finance; Madi Darr graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications & media/integrated communications and strategic communications; Katelyn Franzke graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in community & family services; Faith Morgan graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education; Claire Sorg graduated summa cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication sciences & disorders; Wade Wilson graduated summa cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Christian studies/biblical studies & theology.

Star City, Ark. – Jax Gasaway graduated December 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration/entrepreneurship.

Texarkana, Ark. – Reese Chesshir graduated magna cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology and psychology; Tiyania James graduated August 2022 with a Master of Science degree in applied behavior analysis; Kendall Jones graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in middle school education; Amanda Thomas graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in community & family services; Emily Waters graduated magna cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Christian studies/Christian ministry and biblical studies & theology.

Tontitown, Ark. – Hattie McDonald graduated cum laude December 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in kinesiology & leisure studies/pre-professional studies.

Tull, Ark. – Matthew Mayfield graduated magna cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Music degree in vocal performance.

Van Buren, Ark. – Aidan Doss graduated magna cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology; Alexandra DuPree graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology; Ashton Hurst graduated summa cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology and Christian studies/biblical studies & theology; Israel Jackson graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in community & family services; Mackenzie Oliver graduated August 2022 with a Master of Science degree in applied behavior analysis.

Vilonia, Ark. – Chase Foiles graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology.

West Memphis, Ark. – Kenta Jones graduated May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in kinesiology & leisure studies/pre-professional studies.

Woodlawn, Ark. – Emily Stover graduated cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology.

Wooster, Ark. – Jacob Bowman graduated magna cum laude May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in accounting and finance.

Wynne, Ark. – Cannon Fisher graduated May 2023 with a post-baccalaureate certificate in dietetic internship.