Redlands Community College recently celebrated the graduation of over 250 students during its Spring commencement ceremony that included a keynote address from college alumni Christian Wassana, actor and founder of the I am, I can, I will movement.
“We are proud of these graduates who have demonstrated the dedication and drive that will serve them well in the future,” said Redlands President Jena Marr. “Redlands is a special college because of the students who have chosen to get their start on promising careers on our campus. Christian Wassana is one of those students who earned a degree here and then pursued a bachelor’s degree at OU before embarking on an incredible career.”
Wassana, a proud member of the Cheyenne Arapaho Tribes of Oklahoma and a graduate of El Reno High School, has spent the past few years working in television and film as an actor and director’s assistant. His current project is the hit Paramount Networks series “Yellowstone.” He is also the founder and owner of the I am, I can, I will movement where he uses his motivational talents as a tool to reach and impact the lives of youth and communities around the country.
“I take so much pride in my community, my people and my town,” Wassana said. “Five years ago I sat in these seats and to see all of you graduating and to be in this atmosphere of success brings me such joy and so much happiness.”
Redlands’ commencement ceremony recognized the graduates who have earned degrees that have prepared them to continue their education at a four-year university or begin making an impact in the workforce. Over 50 of the students graduated with more than one degree or certificate. Graduates received associate degrees in Arts, Applied Science and Science, as well as Certificates of Mastery in areas such as Artificial Insemination in Livestock, Child Development, Criminal Justice-Law Enforcement, Enterprise Development, Human/Social Services Assistant, Personal Trainer, Sustainable Food Systems Technology.
Carlie Golden, Calumet, graduated summa cum laude with an Associate of Arts degree in Criminal Justice and a Certificate of Mastery in Criminal Justice-Law Enforcement. With plans to double major in Forensic Science Investigation and Criminal Justice at the University of Central Oklahoma, Golden believes Redlands has prepared her well for the next phase of her education.
“I have had a wonderful time at Redlands connecting with other students and the teachers,” Golden said. “I especially loved getting to become friends with Dr. Julie and having great mentors like Julie Lamb and Debbie Newberry.”
A college degree is a significant investment of time and money, and although Redlands hasn’t increased tuition in several years, many students work hard to save money and apply for scholarships to be able to earn their degree with very little to no debt.
“The financial aid I received has helped me tremendously,” said Kayelyn Chalepah, El Reno. “A variety of financial assistance, including a grant from the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes, made it possible for me to focus on my classes, and now I’m prepared to transfer to a university to complete my education in radiology.”
Bailey Denwalt, El Reno, also benefited from financial assistance during her time at Redlands and is ready to continue her education at the University of Oklahoma, pursuing bachelor’s and master’s degrees in accounting.
“The scholarships that Redlands provided to me were a huge financial relief and have set me up to continue my education goals,” Denwalt said.
While the graduates are ready to take the next step in their education or careers, many of them leave Redlands with fond memories of faculty, staff and courses.
“My experience was the best. Everyone treated people with kindness and respect,” said Virginia Hartfield, Watonga, who completed a Certificate of Mastery in Criminal Justice-Law Enforcement.
Nursing graduates were honored during a pinning ceremony prior to commencement exercises. For a complete list of graduates and their honors, please visit www.redlandscc.edu/graduation.
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Graduates are listed by hometown. This is a complete list of candidates who applied and were cleared for graduation and honors by May 1. Degrees and honors conferred are pending a final check by the Registrar.
Accra, Ghana
Aaron Ocloo-Lee, Associate in Arts
Amber, OK
Hailey Hove, Associate in Science
Blake Janssen, Associate in Science/Certificate of Mastery
Kace Prather, Associate in Arts
Anadarko, OK
Jennifer Adams, Certificate of Mastery
Quinlynn Antonio, Certificate of Mastery
Amy Clift, Associate in Applied Science
Brittney Foster, Certificate of Mastery
Traci Parton, Certificate of Mastery
Ashton Pewenofkit, Associate in Applied Science/ Certificate of Mastery
Metra Wann, Certificate of Mastery
Apache, OK
Leanda Marvin, Associate in Applied Science
Ardmore, OK
Claude Henry, Associate in Arts
Atwood, OK
Hannah Harris, Associate in Arts
Bartlesville, OK
Hunter Perrier, Associate in Science/Certificate of Mastery
Bayamon, Puerto Rico
Alejandro Vega, Associate in Arts
Binger, OK
Eli Bilyeu, Associate in Arts
Christy Harris, Certificate of Mastery
Brenda Lisenbery, Associate in Arts
Vicki Metz, Certificate of Mastery
Taylor Westervelt, Associate in Arts/Certificate of Mastery
Kolton White, Associate in Arts
Broken Bow, OK
Dawson Robbins, Associate in Arts
Buffalo, OK
Makynna Wood, Associate in Applied Science
Cache, OK
Kaitlynn Runnels, Associate in Science
Calumet, OK
Austin Arnold, Associate in Arts
Allie Harris, Associate in Arts
McKinley Stilley, Associate in Arts
Canton, OK
Hailie Ibarra, Associate in Arts
Samantha McEachern, Associate in Arts
Canute, OK
Dru Steffes, Associate in Science
Canyon, TX
Camron White, Associate in Science
Carlisle, KY
Lyndsey Garrett, Associate in Science/Certificate of Mastery
Carnegie, OK
Diane Hadley, Certificate of Mastery
Ashli Salazar, Certificate of Mastery
Racey Satepeahtaw, Certificate of Mastery
Carter, OK
Jack Wootton, Associate in Arts
Cashion, OK
Tiffany Manley, Associate in Arts
Checotah, OK
Justin Wittmer, Associate in Applied Science/Certificate of Mastery
Chickasha, OK
Marissa Green, Associate in Arts
Andrew Scifres, Associate in Arts
Kyle Williams, Associate in Arts
Miranda Post, Associate in Applied Science
Jamie Quillin, Certificate of Mastery
Angel Scott, Certificate of Mastery
Malinda Wolfe, Certificate of Mastery
Clinton, OK
Luis De la Torre, Associate in Applied Science/Certificate of Mastery
Jacqueline Hayes, Certificate of Mastery
Adela Lonebear, Associate in Arts
Laci Snider, Associate in Arts
Meagan Moore, Associate in Applied Science
Colbert, OK
Griffin Behrens, Associate in Science/Certificate of Mastery
Comanche, OK
Meghan Henderson, Certificate of Mastery
Gracelynn Nickell, Associate in Arts
Conroe, TX
Isabella Stafford, Associate in Arts
Coweta, OK
Bobby Jackson, Associate in Arts
Edmond, OK
Bennett Beecher, Associate in Arts
Emily Neuenschwander, Associate in Science
El Paso, TX
William Bost, Associate in Arts
Ruby Sifuentes, Associate in Arts/Certificate of Mastery
El Reno, OK
Mindy Allen, Associate in Arts
Rilee Ashley, Associate in Arts/Certificate of Mastery
Bree Brewster, Associate in Arts
Lakesha Brown, Certificate of Mastery
Aaron Broyles, Associate in Science/Certificate of Mastery
Kayelyn Chalepah, Associate in Arts
Kristina Conner, Associate in Arts
Rebecca Craig, Associate in Science/Certificate of Mastery
Gavin Crawford, Associate in Arts
Bailey Denwalt, Associate in Arts
Boston Ellison, Associate in Arts
Ashlyn Evans-Thompson, Associate in Arts
Katherine Ferrell, Associate in Science
Carlie Golden, Associate in Arts/Certificate of Mastery
Jasmine Harp, Associate in Applied Science/Certificate of Mastery
Hayley Hodge, Associate in Arts
Madison Jones, Associate in Arts
Jessica Kanehl, Certificate of Mastery
Matthew Kasbohm, Associate in Arts
Joey Lierle, Associate in Arts
Lesly Lopez, Associate in Arts
Landon Moore, Associate in Arts
Measia Moore, Associate in Arts
Michael Moore, Associate in Applied Science/Certificate of Mastery
Avery Peffer, Associate in Arts
Deeanna Phillips, Certificate of Mastery
Nicholas Polasky, Associate in Arts
Yolanda Robb, Associate in Arts
Ashlie Schwab, Associate in Arts
Breagan Schweitzer, Associate in Arts
Elijah Shafer, Associate in Arts
Alixzandria Snyder, Associate in Arts/Certificate of Mastery
Grace Starks, Associate in Applied Science
Emily Walker, Associate in Arts
Hannah Dustin, Certificate of Mastery
Elk City, OK
Brittany Hamman, Certificate of Mastery
McKenzie Simon, Associate in Applied Science
Enid, OK
Emily Fleetwood, Associate in Arts
Enola, AR
Riley Pearce, Associate in Applied Science/Certificate of Mastery
Erick, OK
Katlyn Miller, Associate in Science
Fort Cobb, OK
Sira Tselee, Associate in Arts
Fort Gibson, OK
Cayden Cooper, Associate in Science
Fredonia, PA
Ryan Deschand, Associate in Science/Certificate of Mastery
Gardner, KS
Taylor Myers, Certificate of Mastery
Glenpool, OK
Grayden Baker, Associate in Arts
Guymon, OK
Heidi Hague, Certificate of Mastery
Hammon, OK
Patricia Stomps, Certificate of Mastery
Harrah, OK
Lauren Beat, Associate in Arts
Haley Inglehart, Associate in Arts
Hinton, OK
Natalie Calzada, Certificate of Mastery
Hollie Skinner, Associate in Arts/Certificate of Mastery
Hydro, OK
Cynthia De Leon, Certificate of Mastery
Macey Kimble, Associate in Applied Science
Iowa Park, TX
Max Fischer, Associate in Science/Certificate of Mastery
Jenks, OK
Alison Foley, Associate in Arts/Certificate of Mastery
Justin, TX
Kenedy Devoe, Associate in Science/Certificate of Mastery
Kingfisher, OK
Johna Alig, Certificate of Mastery
Konner Baartman, Associate in Arts
Erin Hart, Associate in Applied Science
Isabella Meza, Associate in Arts
Jacee Mueggenborg, Associate in Arts
Jess Sheehan, Associate in Arts
Rhylee Toepfer, Associate in Arts
Taylor Watkins, Associate in Arts
Lamar, MO
Stetson Wiss, Associate in Arts
Las Vegas, NV
Darling Mapes, Certificate of Mastery
Kevin Zafiris, Associate in Applied Science
Lawton, OK
Journey Ballard, Associate in Science/Certificate of Mastery
Alyssa Harrison, Certificate of Mastery
Jacqueline Moon, Certificate of Mastery
Linwood, KS
Jack Habjan, Associate in Science/Certificate of Mastery
Lone Grove, OK
Riley Garrison, Associate in Science/Certificate of Mastery
Lookeba, OK
Brian Schimmel, Associate in Arts
Lost River, WV
Justin Teets, Associate in Science
Loyal, OK
Shelby Clanton, Associate in Arts
Luther, OK
Athena Campbell, Associate in Arts
Mabel, MN
Colby Williams, Associate in Science
Mangum, OK
Destiny Allmon, Associate in Arts
Manitoba, Canada
Clara Peake, Associate in Arts
Markleville, IN
Nash Hensley, Associate in Science
Marlow, OK
Whitney Brown, Certificate of Mastery
Maumelle, AR
Kaleb Thurman, Associate in Arts
Riley Wade, Associate in Arts
Maysville, OK
Sarah Sanders, Associate in Arts/Certificate of Mastery
Amber Zamora, Certificate of Mastery
Mesa, AZ
Casey Stuart, Associate in Arts
Midland, TX
McKy Lambert, Associate in Science/Certificate of Mastery
Minco, OK
Garrison Bass, Associate in Science
Nathan Dacus, Associate in Arts
Karis Fielder, Associate in Arts
Madison Griffitts, Associate in Arts
Tanner Voss, Associate in Arts
Ryan Wilburn, Associate in Arts
Moore, OK
Rachel Jones, Associate in Arts
Amya Lindsay, Associate in Arts
Jarvis Long, Associate in Arts/Associate in Applied Science
Rebekah Seals, Certificate of Mastery
Mount Pleasant, TX
Ladi Guereca, Associate in Arts
Mustang, OK
Trent Bryan, Associate in Arts/Associate in Arts
Lillie Chastain, Associate in Arts
Hanna Hale, Associate in Applied Science
Kate Niehues, Associate in Arts
Morgan Stewart, Associate in Arts/Certificate of Mastery
Ariel White, Associate in Arts
Lillie Chastain, Certificate of Mastery
Newalla, OK
Melany Amador, Associate in Science/Certificate of Mastery
Newcastle, OK
Hunter Tygart, Associate in Applied Science/Certificate of Mastery
Noble, OK
Brayllen Freeman, Associate in Arts
Nocona, TX
Mason Allan, Associate in Science/Certificate of Mastery
Norman, OK
Benjamin Huntley, Associate in Arts
Okarche, OK
Payton Kerby, Associate in Arts
Abigail McIlvain, Associate in Arts
Bryce Reese, Associate in Science/Certificate of Mastery/Associate in Science/Certificate of Mastery
Harlie Smith, Associate in Arts
Okemah, OK
Jameson Ross, Associate in Arts
Oklahoma City, OK
Consulo Godinez, Associate in Arts
Josue Gonzalez, Associate in Arts
Elizabeth Hernandez, Associate in Arts
Karen Holloway-Kalu, Associate in Applied Science
Amunique Holmes, Associate in Arts
Max Hull, Associate in Arts
Keith Jefferson Jr., Associate in Arts
Kendural Jolly, Associate in Arts
Michael Maldonado, Certificate of Mastery
Gunner McBride, Associate in Science
Destiny McCosh, Associate in Arts
Cristian Ortiz, Associate in Arts
Deazhon Perkins, Associate in Arts
John Revel, Associate in Applied Science/Certificate of Mastery
Alexus Roberson, Associate in Arts/Certificate of Mastery
Emily Row, Associate in Arts
Kylie Thompson, Associate in Arts
Shari Thompson, Certificate of Mastery
Jaiana Wiggins, Certificate of Mastery
Brooklyn Sumrall, Certificate of Mastery
Pauls Valley, OK
Christina Cornett, Associate in Arts
Kenneth Manning, Associate in Arts/Certificate of Mastery
Perkins, OK
Rayanne Bowman, Associate in Science/Certificate of Mastery
Kara Miner, Associate in Science
Piedmont, OK
Ethan Adcox, Associate in Arts
Cal Baker, Associate in Science
Caleb Dixon, Associate in Arts
John Hilliard, Associate in Science
Pryor, OK
Connor Pell, Associate in Science/Certificate of Mastery
Puerto Rico
Gregory Limage, Associate in Arts
Red Oak, TX
Ethan Pacheco, Associate in Arts
Richardson, TX
Ryan Sessions, Associate in Arts
Ripley, NY
Samantha Wrisley, Associate in Arts
Sachse, TX
Marshyl Stennett, Associate in Arts/Certificate of Mastery
Santa Fe, TX
Caroline Boysen, Associate in Science/Certificate of Mastery
Sentinel, OK
Jett Cunningham, Associate in Arts
Silo, OK
William Farr, Associate in Arts
Splendora, TX
Brooke Seale, Associate in Science/Certificate of Mastery
Stillwater, OK
Maddylon Burris, Associate in Science
Stilwell, OK
Windrunner Eagle, Associate in Applied Science/Certificate of Mastery
Talihina, OK
Molly Kreutzer, Associate in Science
Thomas, OK
Brian Jones, Associate in Science/Certificate of Mastery
Tonganoxie, KS
Garrett Walden, Associate in Science/Certificate of Mastery
Tuttle, OK
Chyann Emerson, Associate in Science/Certificate of Mastery
Kiley Sowers, Associate in Arts/Certificate of Mastery
Alison Speck, Associate in Science/Certificate of Mastery
Union City, OK
Alexis Archer, Associate in Arts/Certificate of Mastery
Jordan Schmidt, Associate in Arts
Verden, OK
Jessica Nees, Associate in Arts
Walters, OK
Jenifer Sweat, Associate in Applied Science
Watonga, OK
Virginia Hartfield, Certificate of Mastery
Weatherford, OK
Charles Davis, Jr., Associate in Arts
London Horsman, Certificate of Mastery
Elliott Jenkins, Associate in Arts/Certificate of Mastery
Devon Mitchell, Associate in Arts
Trisha Van Fossen, Certificate of Mastery
Wheatland, WY
Jorge Fernandez-Lozoya, Associate in Arts
Yukon, OK
Ariana Albrightson, Associate in Science
Taliah Alonzo, Associate in Science
Benjamin Benson, Associate in Arts
Emily Brakefield, Associate in Science
Cora Craig, Associate in Arts
Avery England, Associate in Arts/Certificate of Mastery
Gabriel Freeman, Associate in Science/Certificate of Mastery
Joanna Graham, Associate in Arts
Nicklas Hammock, Associate in Arts
Elizabeth Hinderer, Associate in Arts
Arianna Kantsperger, Associate in Science
Paige Karmun, Associate in Arts
Chase Kingery, Associate in Arts
Kristy McPeak, Associate in Applied Science
Ashton Parker, Associate in Arts
Laurel Perkins, Associate in Arts
Ginger Peters, Associate in Arts
Kaitlyn Pivniska, Associate in Arts
Lindsay Ragsdale, Certificate of Mastery
Carli Rexroad, Associate in Arts
Laura Silva, Certificate of Mastery
Kaylee Sloat, Associate in Arts
Avery Turner, Associate in Arts/Certificate of Mastery
Benjamin Weeks, Associate in Applied Science