Freed-Hardeman University announces Summer graduates

Freed-Hardeman University announced approximately 40 summer graduates this month. Ten students received baccalaureate degrees while 14 students received graduate degrees. The remaining graduates completed their certificates, licensures and associate’s degrees.
Local graduates include:
Melissa Allen, graduated with a Certificate in Reading Specialist; Leah Beaver, graduated with a Certificate in Reading Specialist; Leanne Black, graduated with a Certificate in Reading Specialist; Rebecca Clayton, graduated with a Certificate in Reading Specialist; Hayley Cloud, graduated with a Certificate in Reading Specialist; Ashley Fletcher, graduated with a Certificate in Reading Specialist; Nathan Greer, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry; Diane Johnson, graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Certificate in Reading Specialist; Josh Maccarino, graduated with a Certificate in Reading Specialist; Bishop McLaughlin, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English; Julie Miller, graduated with a Certificate in Reading Specialist; and Beth Naylor, graduated with a Certificate in Reading Specialist, all of Henderson; and Nicole Trask, of Luray, graduated with a Certificate in Reading Specialist.
Many of the students who completed their degrees in August participated in the May graduation ceremony held in Loyd Auditorium. During the commencement program, FHU President David R. Shannon reiterated the significant events of the 2021-22 school year and issued a challenge to graduates. He urged them to pray, serve, love and work like Jesus. “Live a life for His glory,” he said, “and remember God loves you more than anyone.” Quoting Isaiah 49:16, Shannon reminded them God said, “See, I have inscribed you on the palms of My hands; your walls are continually before Me.”