SPRINGFIELD — Missouri State University awarded 2,953 degrees to students in spring 2023.
The commencement ceremonies took place May 19, 2023, at Great Southern Bank Arena. The following local students earned degrees:
Abiodun Ayetimiyi of Poplar Bluff graduated with a Bachelor of Science, Exercise and Movement Science.
Bailey Burdin of Fisk graduated with a Master of Social Work.
Makala McCauley of Poplar Bluff graduated with a Master of Social Work.
Austin McIntosh of Poplar Bluff graduated with a Bachelor of Science, Finance and Information Tech/Cybersecurity.
Jaden Sharp of Poplar Bluff graduated with a Bachelor of Science, Criminology.
Alyssa Sisson of Poplar Bluff graduated with a Bachelor of Science, Psychology.
Meagan Webb of Poplar Bluff graduated with a Bachelor of Science, Entertainment Management.
Lauren Smith of Malden graduated with a Master of Social Work.
Caden Cannon of Doniphan graduated with a Bachelor of Science, Criminology.
Kali Dawes of Naylor graduated with a Master of Social Work.
Tina Lutes of Naylor graduated with a Master of Social Work.
Tyler Battles of Dexter graduated with a Doctor of Physical Therapy.
Audrey Lutmer of Dexter graduated with a Bachelor of Science, Sociology and Psychology, Summa Cum Laude in the Honors College.
Tanner Rickman of Dexter graduated with a Bachelor of Science, Finance.
Missouri State University is a public, comprehensive university system with a mission in public affairs.