Historic Graduation at Young Harris: Local College Celebrates Largest Class Ever

Young Harris College in Young Harris, Georgia, celebrated its largest graduating class on May 4, 2024. Over 200 students received their degrees at the Harp Recreation and Commencement Center. Dr. Drew Van Horn, the college president, opened the ceremony by welcoming attendees and acknowledging the graduates, their families, and the faculty for this significant achievement.

The week before graduation included activities such as the annual Senior Reception and a Baccalaureate Service, celebrating the students' accomplishments. During the ceremony, several awards were given for academic and leadership excellence. Jackson Taylor received the Master of Arts in Teaching Representative Award. Six students, Trinity Aycock, Alex Boydstone, Katie D’Ambrosio, Kylie Ferguson, Morgan Johnson, and Mati Teague, earned the Clegg Outstanding Student Award for maintaining a 4.0 GPA. Will Jones received the Zell B. Miller Leadership Award for his campus leadership, and both Alex Boydstone and Janie Jones were given the Young Harris College Spirit Award.

The ceremony also recognized Kristin Trice and Hayden Durrett with the Mary Mildred Sullivan and Algernon Sydney Sullivan Awards, respectively, for their character and service. Dr. Jason Pierce, the college's provost, commented on the class of 2024's hard work and dedication.

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