Congratulations, graduates!
Welcome
Ana Hinkle, Director of Student and Academic Affairs
"I want to welcome graduates, parents, family members, staff, faculty, students, and community members to the Prince William Sound College 2021 graduate recognition webpage. While we are not able to celebrate our graduates’ crowning achievements in person for a second year in a row due to the pandemic, it is important we recognize their hard work and dedication. I encourage you to take a few moments to scroll through this webpage to learn more about our 2021 graduates, listen to messages of encouragement and congratulations from staff and faculty, and see the incredible things our students have done throughout the year." Thank you for visiting and congratulations, Class of 2021!"
Dr. J. Daniel O'Connor
A message from the director of Prince William Sound College:
"This certainly has been a very challenging and very interesting year for all of you, so congratulations to all of you, and for all of the work that you had to put in to make this happen."
Certified Nurse Aides
Students who completed the Certified Nurse Aide course in partnership with the Providence Valdez Medical Center:
- Melina Caletz
- Ann Grein
- Hannah Metroka
- Ashley James
- Andrew Jonda
- Caleb MacPherson
- Cherubim Palomar
- Jessica Watson
We thank you for entering the world of healthcare and are excited for the people's lives you will touch. - Providence Valdez Medical Center
Adult Education
A message from Dr. Teresa Barton, Regional Director of Adult Education
Candidates receiving an Associate of Arts
- Darla Cook
- Jillian Fleming
- Shannon Groundwater
- Aidan Hinkle*
- Taylor Huston
- Rylie King ***
- Cheribum Palomar
- Seinna Schaeffer ***
HONORS: *CUM LAUDE (3.5 - 3.79) **MAGNA CUM LAUDE (3.8-3.99) ***SUMMA CUM LAUDE (4.0)
Candidates receiving an Associate of Applied Science in Outdoor Leadership
- Daniel Barbero
- Kallen Fitzpatrick *
- Rodrigo Flores *
- Joseph Kay ***
- Matthew Schiffner **
- Zechariah Wenzinger **
HONORS: *CUM LAUDE (3.5 - 3.74) **MAGNA CUM LAUDE (3.75-3.99) ***SUMMA CUM LAUDE (4.0)
"Anyone that loves the outdoors and is considering an education in this field, I think Prince William Sound College is a great choice. They will help make your dreams come true and provide you with opportunities that will make you a better leader and a better person."
- Matthew Schiffner, graduating class of 2021
Candidates receiving a Millwright Occupational Endorsement Certificate
- Logan Anderson
- Jamie Berg
- Megan Chase
- Dustin Cook
- Isaac Deaton
- Hayden Howard
- Jared Humphrey
- Wyatt Mehlberg
A message to students graduating from the millwright program:
Alumni Recognition
Morgan Mitchell
Morgan Mitchell graduated this spring from the University of Alaska Fairbanks with a Master of Online Innovation and Design degree. Morgan began her journey with higher education at Prince William Sound College where she earned an Associate of Arts in 2016. Afterward, she went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in education from the University of Alaska Anchorage. Morgan's next education and career goals include completing a doctorate in instructional design or educational technology and one day teaching at a college level.
Morgan shared, “Prince William Sound helped me tremendously on my journey. It helped me to become comfortable in a college setting and recognize how to obtain my goals for the future. There was a required guidance class and through that I learned how to set goals, see my strengths, and apply that to my education and career. PWSC is unique in the close-knit atmosphere they create for students. When I attended from 2014-2016, there were so many opportunities to hang out with fellow students such as movie nights in the lounge or a trip to the waterfalls. I also felt comfortable staying after class to talk with professors to get extra help. The rest of my education was completely online, so I often miss those times where I felt part of a community like PWSC provided.”
Congratulations, Morgan! PWSC is proud to have been a part of your educational journey and is excited to see all that you have accomplished.
