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Congratulations, Class of 2008!
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Two hundred and seventy five seniors received degrees on Sunday.
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Nayef Samhat, associate dean and professor of government and international studies
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Virginia Leigh Ivey received the Gavin Easton Wiseman Valedictorian Prize as the top female graduate.
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Ben Elliot Stewart received the George Winston Welsh Valedictorian Prize as the top male graduate.
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The Class of 2008 had a four-year graduation rate of 85 percent, the highest ever at Centre and the highest in Kentucky. | |
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Members of the Class of 2008 cheer on their fellow graduates. | |
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Susie Roush and Leland Melvin
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President John Roush presents Leland Melvin with
an Honorary Degree from Centre College
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"Second chances are very important," Leland said. "It's not about the failing, it's about what you do after that makes the difference."
—Guest speaker Leland Melvin, NASA astronaut
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Within 10 months of graduation, 96 percent of Centre students (on average) are employed or engaged in advanced study. | |
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Graduates line up outside of Old Centre before walking to Newlin Hall. | |
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Centre's 185th Commencement marks the largest graduating class at the College. | |
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Students line up in front of Old Centre before the ceremony begins. | |
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The future is bright for Centre grads! | |
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Daniel Stein, visiting guest artist of dramatic arts
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Phyllis Passariello, professor of anthropology, greets a graduate on stage. | |
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The campus buzzed with excitement all weekend during commencement festivities. | |
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Members of the Class of 2008 are excited to begin graduate school studies, careers and travel abroad opportunities. | |
