Approximately 1,300 graduates from 国产主播 gathered with their families at the Honda Center in Anaheim to celebrate the 2024 Summer Commencement. Graduates received doctorates, master鈥檚, and bachelor鈥檚 degrees from both on-campus and online programs.
The commencement ceremony marked a significant milestone for the graduates, celebrating their hard work and dedication as they prepare to embark on their professional journeys.
Jasmine S., a bachelor of science in nursing graduate from WCU鈥檚 Orange County campus, expressed her pride and satisfaction.
“We finally made it to the finish line. I feel like I wouldn’t change a moment,” she said. 鈥淢y kids are so proud of me; they tell me every day. My kids have even told me they want to be nurses now, so the sacrifice was worth it.鈥
Maggie A., a BSN graduate from WCU-Ontario, highlighted the supportive community at WCU.
“This goes not only to my friends but to the faculty, the professors, Student Services, and literally everyone there who has just shown kindness, and I’m really, really thankful,” she said.
Tristan P., who earned a master of health administration degree from WCU鈥檚 Online Programs, shared his personal journey.
“I鈥檓 originally from the Philippines, so the majority of my education is from that country. It’s been my dream to get a degree here in the USA,” he said.
Adrian G., a doctor of pharmacy graduate from WCU-CGS, spoke about his passion for healthcare.
鈥淭here’s something unique about healthcare. You always have that value of being able to help the other person out at a deeper level,鈥 he said. 鈥淔or me, it was always that calling.”
Wynne L., the valedictorian and a BSN graduate from WCU-Ontario, encouraged future nurses and healthcare workers that everything will be OK.
“To the future grads, you guys will do amazing. Don’t worry about it; you got it,” she said.
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