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The spring terms run from January to May.
Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.700 and above for the reporting term are named to the President's List.
Full-time status is achieved by earning 12 credits over each 16-week term or paired 8-week terms grouped in fall, winter/spring, and summer.
Among the students named to the list are several from Lake County:
• Kyle Henning of Hidden Valley Lake;
• Magdalena Rodriguez of Hidden Valley Lake;
• Sophie Smith of Hidden Valley Lake;
• Marissa Shaffer of Lucerne;
• Jessica Anglen of Lower Lake.
Southern New Hampshire University is a private, nonprofit, accredited institution with a 92-year history of educating traditional-aged students and working adults.
Now serving more than 200,000 learners worldwide, SNHU offers approximately 200 undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs, available online and on its 300-acre campus in Manchester, NH.
Recognized as one of the "Most Innovative" regional universities by U.S. News & World Report and one of the fastest-growing universities in the country, SNHU is committed to expanding access to high quality, affordable pathways that meet the needs of each learner.
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Tingle, who studies at the Clarion Campus, was among nearly 3,000 PennWest students recognized for outstanding academic excellence during the spring semester.
In order to attain this highly regarded academic honor, degree-seeking students must earn a semester grade point average of 3.4 or higher and complete a minimum of 12 graded credit hours.
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TJ Marcks of Upper Lake, California, was included in the 2025 graduating class.
To accommodate friends and family of the growing collective body of UT graduates, four commencement ceremonies were held on May 1 and 2 in the M. Burns Arena on Utah Tech's campus.
With 3,088 individual graduates and 3,547 total degrees and certificates awarded, the 2025 class stands as a testament to the university's commitment to hands-on learning, innovation and student success.
"Today, we celebrate not just a milestone in our graduates' academic journeys, but the pioneering spirit of resilience, innovation and purpose that defines Utah Tech University," University President Shane B. Smeed said. "I am confident these graduates are well prepared to enter the workforce and make a difference in their industries and communities."
Degree distribution for this year's class includes 38% bachelor's degrees, 30% associate degrees, 30% certificates and 2% master's degrees.
The 2025 class is marked by its diversity, with graduates ranging in age from 16 to 70 and representing 27 countries and 42 U.S. states and territories. Of the graduates, 72% were from Utah, 26% from other states and 2% were international.
Women made up 62% of the graduating class, while 38% were men. Additionally, 28% of all graduates were first-generation college students.
Degrees were awarded across Utah Tech's seven academic colleges, with the highest percentage coming from the University College (45%). The rest were distributed among Health Sciences (18%), Science, Engineering & Technology (12%), Business (10%), Humanities & Social Sciences (9%), Arts (3%) and Education (3%).
This year, each college named one student as its Valedictorian, who each spoke at their specific commencement ceremony, including:
College of Arts - Kensington Owens
College of Business - Teancom Denevan
College of Education - Jordan Boyce
College of Health Sciences - Evan D. Thomas
College of Humanities & Social Sciences - Emma Mancuso
College of Science, Engineering, & Technology - Rachel L. Krupnek
University College - Victoria Wallentine
Utah Tech University continues to fulfill its mission as an open, comprehensive, polytechnic university, offering active learning and career preparation through industry collaboration and hands-on education.
Utah Tech University offers nearly 300 academic programs at one of the lowest tuition costs in the Western United States. The University was built upon a rich tradition of determination and generosity that is still embraced by the campus community today. With the motto "active learning. active life." Utah Tech provides personalized and engaged learning experiences that prepare students for rewarding careers and enriched lives. Outside of the classroom, students have the opportunity to enjoy the unparalleled opportunities for an active life that accompany UT's location in beautiful Southern Utah.
For more information about Utah Tech University, visit utahtech.edu.
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The event will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. at the center, located at 2565 Parallel Drive in Lakeport.
Prospective students can meet college staff and faculty, and register for summer and fall classes.
There also will be games, food and prizes.
For more information about the center, visit https://www.mendocino.edu/locations/lake-center.