Record-Breaking Graduation at James Sprunt Community College Marks a Milestone for Local Education

James Sprunt Community College (JSCC) in Kenansville, NC, recently held its 62nd annual commencement exercises. This year's ceremony, which took place on May 9th, was notable for having the largest graduating class in the college's history, with 398 graduates from curriculum programs and 597 from Workforce Development/Continuing Education programs. Additionally, 25 nursing students were officially pinned during the event.

The ceremony included graduates aged between 16 and 81, celebrating their academic achievements. Cecilia Holden, President/CEO of MyFutureNC, delivered the keynote speech, emphasizing the impact of education on personal success.

JSCC President Dr. Jay Carraway played a key role in the event, awarding degrees, diplomas, and certificates in various fields, including 19 degree categories, 12 diploma categories, and 30 certificate categories.

The college also highlighted the success of its Career and College Promise Program (CCP), which enables high school students to earn college credits. Morgan Smith, the CCP Liaison, praised the accomplishments of these students, who earned recognitions in disciplines such as Arts, Science, Business Administration, Criminal Justice, and Welding.

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