Freed-Hardeman University Announces May Graduates

Freed-Hardeman University held its spring commencement exercises in mid-May where approximately 286 students received degrees. Graduates received baccalaureate, graduate and certificates, licensures and associate’s degrees.

A student from the area is among the graduating class:

Jonah Johnson, of Morristown, TN, graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Youth and Family Ministry and in Photography.

FHU alumna Sheerah Davis was the commencement speaker. Davis, who has 25 years of human resources experience, is the Global HR Lead and Chief People Officer for Dentsu Sports International, Incorporated, a global sports business network.

Following Davis’ remarks, FHU President David R. Shannon shared words of encouragement on social media. “Congratulations to our graduates! Just as with physical families, you leave home but don’t stop being family. So until the next time we see you, live for His glory! Second, I want to express deep appreciation to our faculty and staff for their selfless service and their genuine love for students and each other. Being among these students, faculty, staff, administration, board, alums, and friends is truly a blessing.”

The mission of Freed-Hardeman University is to help students develop their God-given talents for His glory by empowering them with an education that integrates Christian faith, scholarship and service.

Vick named to Iowa State Dean’s List

AMES, Iowa – More than 9,800 Iowa State University students have been recognized for outstanding academic achievement by being named to the spring semester Dean’s List. Students named to the Dean’s List must have earned a grade point average of at least 3.50 on a 4.00 scale while carrying a minimum of 12 credit hours of graded course work.

Margaret Emma Vick, 3, Political Science, from Morristown, Tennessee, was named to Iowa State University’s Spring 2023 Dean’s List.

Rowland & Gray recognized by Union University

Three hundred thirty-five students have been named to the Union University’s Dean’s List for the spring 2023 semester. The Dean’s List includes full-time students who achieve a 3.5 grade point average on a four-point scale.

Emily Rowland, from Morristown, Tennessee, was named to Union University’s Spring 2023 Dean’s List.

Emily Gray, from Morristown, Tennessee, was named to Union University’s Spring 2023 President’s List.

Founded in 1823 and affiliated with the Tennessee Baptist Convention, Union University is characterized by quality Christ-centered teaching and learning. Union offers liberal arts training in more than 100 majors and programs of study along with professional programs in business, education, and nursing.