Barton Community College Celebrates 54th Commencement on May 10 with Local Graduates Honored

Barton Community College is preparing for its 54th commencement ceremony, which will take place at 7 p.m. on May 10 in the Barton Gymnasium. The event will be live-streamed on the college's Facebook and YouTube pages, allowing those who cannot attend in person to watch online.

During the ceremony, Barton President Dr. Carl Heilman will give opening remarks. Vice President of Student Services Angie Maddy will then present the 2024 Outstanding Graduate awards to two students, Evelin Valadez from Stafford and Hayley Wise from Silver Lake, for their notable contributions to the college.

The ceremony will also recognize faculty members for their academic excellence. Vice President of Instruction Elaine Simmons will award the Distinguished Instructor Awards to Danika Bielek and Nolan Esfeld from the Barton County Campus, Christopher Vanderlinde from the Fort Riley Campus, and Jessica Fullen and Ericka Peoples-Howard from the Fort Leavenworth Campus.

The event will conclude with the conferral of degrees. Chairman of the Board of Trustees Mike Johnson and Elaine Simmons will present the degrees, and Developmental Education Instructor Abby Howe will introduce the graduates. Dr. Heilman will offer final congratulations on behalf of the Board of Trustees.

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