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Laken Reel
  • psychology
  • Class of 2014
  • Jacksonville, Ill.

Laken Reel conferred with degree at Culver-Stockton College Commencement

2014 May 19

Culver-Stockton College proudly presented diplomas to 165 graduates Saturday, May 17, during the 158th Annual Commencement exercises. Hundreds of family, friends, faculty and staff attended the ceremony, which was held on the campus of Culver-Stockton College in the Charles Field House. Laken Reel, of Jacksonville, Ill., graduated with a Bachelor of Science in psychology. .

President Richard Valentine, the 25th president of Culver-Stockton, was the keynote speaker during the ceremony. Valentine is retiring at the end of the 2013-2014 fiscal year. In his address, "It's About You," Valentine reminisced about the accomplishments of the graduates, and offered advice on how to help them prepare for the future. Valentine was also conferred with an honorary doctorate for his service to the College, the community and the country.

Ciara Mackey of Rosemont, Ill., was the student speaker during the ceremony. Her address included her thoughts about the collective graduating class and how working together will continue to benefit them.