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Students graduate from Lehigh Valley Practical Nursing Program

The 2014 graduating class of Penn State Lehigh Valley's Practical Nursing program celebrated their achievements during a ceremony held Sept. 6 at the campus. Credit: Safa AsadAll Rights Reserved.

CENTER VALLEY, Pa. – Twenty-three students graduated from Penn State Lehigh Valley's Practical Nursing Program during a ceremony held at 11 a.m., Sept. 6, at the campus in Center Valley. Paula Robinson, a member of the program’s advisory board, provided the keynote address.

Practical Nursing Class of 2014

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Allentown

Maria Casillas

Danielle Scott

Bethlehem

Gloria Dellanno

Marquise Douglas

Jahaira Melendez

Jocelyn Perkins

Antonio Rebimbas

Coopersburg

Jessica Middleton

East Texas

Bailey Ellenberger

Lansdale

JA Weir

Lehighton

Nicole Zellner

New Tripoli

Malissa Bilous

Northampton

Meghan Litzenberger

Katlyn Rehrig

Ashley Wise

Quakertown

Emily Zelner

Richlandtown

Wendy Sepulveda

Slatington

Whitney Ruth

Casey Slade

Trumbauersville

Lisa Reilly

Wescosville

Astra Souliotis

Whitehall

Alice Okoth

In addition to receiving certificates, pins, and Florence Nightingale lamps, seven students were recognized with awards in the following categories:

Academic Achievement (presented to the student earning the highest overall grade) – Casey Slade

Chancellor's Award for Leadership (recognizes outstanding leadership and professionalism during the nursing education process) – Lisa Reilly and Marquis Douglas

Excellence in Clinical Practice (granted to the nursing student who best displays a high regard for clinical care and clinical aptitude) – Jahaira Melendez

Most Inspiring (recognizes students who overcome tough challenges and excel despite incredible odds) – Sharon Boddie, Maria Casillas, and Astra Souliotis

Last Updated September 17, 2014

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