Concord University celebrates graduates and the renaming of the Department of Business
ATHENS, WV (WVNS) — The 150th Spring Commencement ceremony at Concord University celebrated graduates, as well as two special designations for Concord University President Dr. Kendra Boggess.
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According to a press release from Concord University, at the 150th Spring Commencement ceremony at Concord University, two special designations occurred to acknowledge President Boggess' final ceremony as the president of Concord University and her involvement through the years.
The designations included renaming the business department to 'The Dr. Kendra S. Boggess Department of Business' to honor Dr. Boggess, as well as a University Foundation fund in her name.
The press release stated that Dr. Boggess will designate the fund, and that the renaming of the Department of Business was done with the support and approval of the Concord University Administration and the Board of Governors.
Those who want to contribute to the fund can do so here.
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According to the Concord University (CU) press release, the 347 people who met graduation requirements include 126 candidates for a master's degree and 221 candidates for undergraduate degrees.
The press release stated that the graduates represent 22 states, 11 countries, five of the graduates were CU employees, and four were military veterans.
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