Dyersburg State Community College proudly celebrated its Spring Class of 2025 during a heartfelt Nurse Pinning Ceremony held on May 9th at the E.H. Lannom, Jr. Gymnasium. The ceremony was filled with warmth, pride, and a shared commitment to nursing as graduates were honored for their significant achievements.
The event commenced with an invocation delivered by Ms. Macy Ruth Chandler, setting a reflective tone for the evening. Dr. Christy Hamilton, Director of Nursing, welcomed attendees and introduced the program, congratulating the graduates.
Dr. Scott Cook, President of Dyersburg State Community College, shared inspiring remarks, emphasizing the hard work and dedication required to succeed in the nursing field. This was followed by the recognition of class officers by Ms. Michelle Davis, celebrating the leadership shown by these individuals throughout their journey.
Messages from the student body were shared, with Traditional Class President Mr. Michael Graham and LPN-RN Class President Mr. Keanon King addressing the audience. Both articulated the pride and joy of their shared accomplishments while looking forward to their future in nursing.
The ceremony also honored exceptional contributions within the nursing program. Awards were presented, including the Friend of Nursing Awards by Ms. Jackie Watson, Dean of Health Sciences, and the Scholastic Awards by Ms. Kim Chrestman, Assistant Director of Nursing. Mr. W.C. Robinson presented the Clinical Practice Awards. At the same time, the Peggy Pendergrast Faculty Awards were given by Ms. Lisa Hayden, honoring those who made a lasting impact on the students’ educational journeys. The Friendship Awards were presented by Mr. Craig Metcalf, fostering a sense of camaraderie among the graduates.
As the ceremony progressed, Dr. Brittany Gatlin and Dr. Megan Matheson presented the Traditional and LPN-RN Classes graduates, respectively. The highlight of the evening was the symbolic Lighting of Lamps led by Ms. Darian Hudson, Ms. Christie Hamm, Mr. Mike Embrey, and Ms. Tammy Hines. This was followed by Ms. Abby O’Neal reciting the Nightingale Pledge, signifying the graduates’ commitment to their profession.
The ceremony concluded with a benediction by Ms. Kendra Currie, leaving graduates and guests filled with hope and pride in the bright futures awaiting the nursing class.
The Dyersburg State Community College Spring Class of 2025 Nursing Graduates included:
LPN to RN Graduates:
Whitney Cagle of Covington
Maranda Cozart of Brownsville
Farrah Currie of Jackson
Kendra Currie of Brownsville
Meagan Davis of Newbern
Tabby Ferguson of Obion
Erica Ferlitto of Brighton
Maranda Frazier of Henning
Toni Harris of Dyersburg
Keanon King of Ripley
Kendalyn Emily Lewis of Friendship
Whitney Lovelace of Henning
Kaitlyn McDaniel of South Fulton
Sandy McGarrity of Halls
Miranda O’Conner of Union City
Keva Parker of Memphis
Jaclyn Pettigrew of South Fulton
Jaleeah Royster of Jackson
Crystal Tubbs of Lexington
Latesha Vaughn of Jackson
Sheena Vaughn of Newbern
Zowie Walker of Martin
Tabitha Wheeler of Covington
Dominique Williams of Jackson
Traditional Class Graduates:
Asia Armstrong of Bradford
Nikki Bradley of Covington
Landon Carmack of Halls
Macy Ruth Chandler of Kenton
Guide Dowling of Dyersburg
Katie Ellis of Trenton
Delanee Evans of Dyersburg
April Forrest of Trenton
Michael Graham of Union City
Alisha Grooms of Dyersburg
Haley Hamil of Friendship
Josie Harrison of Brighton
Sierra Hughes of Memphis
Makayla Henderson of Ripley
Stacey Jackson of Friendship
Katie Jenkins of Atoka
Chloe Johnson of Atoka
Olivia Kelly of Fulton, KY
Jacob Kolwyck of Dyersburg
Luke Lanier of Newbern
Dayana Leon of Brighton
Rachel McGuirt of Memphis
Brittany Milton of Munford
Lily Morton of Millington
Hannah Patterson of Trenton
Hunter Pounds of Halls
Logan Rashall of Dyersburg
Jeremy Roberts of Bartlett
Lori Sawyer of Newbern
Alexandria Steppe of Atoka
Trey Sullivan of Dyersburg
Dallas Grace Vaughn of Newbern
Hanna Williams of Dyersburg
As the Dyersburg State Community College community celebrates these graduates, they stand ready to make a difference in healthcare, equipped with the knowledge, skills, and compassion necessary for their future nursing roles. For more information on Dyersburg State’s Nursing programs, visit.www.dscc.edu/nursing.
