The University of the Ozarks celebrated its Fall Commencement on Saturday, awarding degrees to 25 graduates. It was a proud moment for students, families, and faculty alike.
Dr. David Daily, a respected professor of religion, delivered the keynote address. His insights inspired graduates as they prepared to embark on their next adventures. Kao Lenkopane, a business administration major from Botswana, also shared his journey during the senior speech, reflecting on the growth and challenges faced during their time at the university.
Here’s a look at the graduates:
- William Jefferson Cartwright: Theatre Major, Dardanelle, AR
- Karla Cecilia Castañeda Ramírez: Psychology Major, Cozumel, Mexico
- Louisaac Anthony Leon Delices: Biology and Business Administration Major, Port-au-Prince, Haiti
- AntErica Delicia Dena Green: Biology Major, Clarksville, AR
- Lauryn Simone Hamilton: Finance Major, Nassau, The Bahamas
- Rudolph Adler Jean: Finance and Marketing Major, Cap-Haitien, Haiti (Magna Cum Laude)
- Kao Kevin Lenkopane: Business Administration Major, Kanye, Botswana (Magna Cum Laude)
- Jack Vail Lewis: Finance Major, Virginia Beach, VA
- Lentz Emshley Louis: Biology and Business Administration Major, Port-au-Prince, Haiti (Magna Cum Laude)
- Christian David Martinez Barrientos: Business Administration Major, Santiago, Dominican Republic (Magna Cum Laude)
- Asa Mawoko: Accounting Major, Harare, Zimbabwe (Summa Cum Laude)
- Kenneth Douglas McKenzie, IV: Environmental Studies Major, Dallas, TX (Cum Laude)
- Mackenzie Noelle Meier: Biology Major, Knoxville, AR (Summa Cum Laude)
- Loren Mercado Guillen: Biology Major, Santiago, Dominican Republic (Summa Cum Laude)
- Jonathan Benedict Montilus: Finance and Marketing Major, Port-au-Prince, Haiti (Summa Cum Laude)
- Terry Montez Moss, III: Marketing Major, Aubrey, TX
- Jesus Eduardo Munguia Reyes: Political Science Major, Monterrey, Mexico (Magna Cum Laude)
- Shemarie Rodane Munroe: Management Major, Southfield, Jamaica (Cum Laude)
- Katharina Marie Petersen: General Studies, Beebe, AR
- John Darex Laude Raymundo: Accounting Major, Katy, TX
- Ronald J. Reyes: Management Major, Lamar, AR
- Hunter Griffin Robert: Finance and Marketing Major, Montgomery, TX (Cum Laude)
- Isiah Leonard Rolle: Biology Major, Nassau, The Bahamas
- DeLaney Page Argo: Finance Major, Valliant, OK (Summa Cum Laude)
- Jakob Andrew Zawosky: Biology Major, Ocala, FL (Cum Laude)
Graduation marks a significant milestone. A study from the National Center for Education Statistics shows that earning a degree can increase a person’s lifetime earnings by an average of $1 million. For many students, this ceremony symbolizes not just an end, but a new beginning filled with opportunities.
As these graduates step into the next chapter, they join a growing community of alumni making an impact globally, from business leaders to educators. Each story adds to a rich tapestry of experiences that shape our world.
