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Local Students Shine as James Madison University Announces Spring 2024 Graduates and Honors Graduates
James Madison University (JMU) proudly announces the local students who graduated during the May 2024 commencement exercises, including those who achieved honors.
Honors Graduates
Kara Athey of Front Royal graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Statistics.
Ewen Hives of Lake Frederick graduated Cum Laude with a BS in Computer Science.
Kamryn Upson of Lake Frederick graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in English.
Courtney Farzan of Bentonville graduated Summa Cum Laude with a BS in General Psychology.
Graduates
Joseph Armstrong of Linden received a BS in General Psychology.
Cheyenne Broadbent of Bentonville received a BS in Justice Studies.
Emma Taylor of Front Royal received a BS in Health Sciences.
Lena Grimsley of Front Royal received a BA in Communication Studies.
Krystal Hall of Front Royal received a Master of Education (MEd).
Nayely Rivera of Front Royal received a BS in Health Sciences.
About James Madison University
Founded in 1908, James Madison University is a public university in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley. JMU is a leading institution in higher education, known for fostering close relationships between students and world-class faculty. The university emphasizes educational innovation and supports advanced research. With state-of-the-art amenities and facilities, students enjoy access to NCAA Division 1 athletics and have the highest post-graduation job levels among Virginia colleges.
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