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Kansas State University

Virtual Commencement

Spring 2008

Reception

To: Diane Aldrich
From: Mindi
Message: Congratulations, Diane. All that work paid off.

To: Michael Lynn
From: Danita Deters
Message: Congratulations, Michael. I'm glad you completed our program, and I wish you all the best in your career.

To: Michael Terry
From: Danita Deters
Message: Congratulations, Michael. I'm glad you stayed with our program and finished. Best wishes with your career.

To: Michael
From: Dad
Message: Congratulations on your degree. I am very proud of you and your accomplishment.

To: All College of Education Graduates
From: Rosemary Boggs
Message: Best wishes to all of you as you finish your degree at Kansas State University and move forward in life.

To: Sarah Carroll
From: Deanna Retzlaff
Message: Congratulations, Sarah! Your persistence has paid off! Good luck!

To: Matt Demma
From: Deanna Retzlaff
Message: Matt, congratulations on completing the degree. It has been great having you as one of our students. Best wishes.

To: Karen Seyrlehner
From: Deanna Retzlaff
Message: Karen, great job sticking to it and completing the degree! I know it has not been easy! Celebrate your achievement!

To: Kara Nicholls
From: Deanna Retzlaff
Message: Kara, congratulations on completing the degree! Best wishes for your future plans!

To: Destinee Anderson
From: Heather
Message: Way to go! Congrats to my favorite cousin. I'm really proud of you :) Even if you beat me to it...haha. I love you!

To: Diane Aldrich
From: Mark
Message: Congratulations. I knew you could do it. Success in your future will be reflected by your persistence to do excellent work.

To: Diane Aldrich
From: Gayle Doll
Message: Congratulations, Diane. We'll be interested in hearing what you do with your degree. We will miss you in online discussions! Gayle Doll, KSU Center on Aging

To: Kimberlee Shattuck
From: Gayle Doll
Message: Kimberlee, I hope you are enjoying the moment. Doesn't it feel great to have this completed? Good luck with your endeavors in the world of aging and let us know how we can help. Gayle Doll, KSU Center on Aging

To: Spring 2008 Graduates
From: DCE Facilitation Center
Message: Congratulations from the DCE Facilitation Center! You have worked hard to get your degree and should be proud of your accomplishment. Best of luck in everything you do with your degree!

To: Jesse Douglas Cash
From: Troy Cash
Message: Jesse, Mom and I are both extremely proud of you in yet another significant accomplishment -- you have fulfilled and surpassed all of the hopes and dreams that we held for you as you were growing up. Good things always happen to good people who are willing to put forth the dedicated efforts that are required to be the best -- and that is a goal you've always set for yourself. You're on track to continue to rise to the top levels of the Air Force! Congrats and we send our love always. Love, Mom and Pops

To: MIOP Graduates
From: Maura Mills
Message: Congratulations! I'll miss you all during the summer but look forward to seeing many of you at our reception in December!

To: Nicolette Hope Yelverton
From: Young
Message: Nicolette, I'm so psyched about your accomplishment. With so many challenges and responsibilities, you did it! I wish you the best of luck for your future endeavors! Congratulations! Don't be a stranger to us! Check us out whenever you are in the neighborhood!

To: Tammy Gamino
From: Rosanna Vail
Message: Tammy, thanks so much for sharing your story about your K-State distance education experience with us. Congratulations on all of your accomplishments!

To: Patrick Competelli
From: Trina McCarty
Message: Congratulations on finishing the program. I will miss your videos this summer :) Let me know if you need anything.

To: Mark Neeley
From: Trina McCarty
Message: My sincere congratulations! You've probably had more challenges come your way than any other student, and I am so proud of you for completing the program.

To: Jonathan Palmer
From: Trina McCarty
Message: I know it's been a challenge completing your degree while working full-time defending your country. We're proud to have you as a graduate of the program. Congratulations and stay safe!

To: James Perry
From: Trina McCarty
Message: I think you set a record by finishing so quickly. Glad to hear you are planning to return in December to celebrate with the rest of the class. Congrats!

To: Terri Howard
From: Trina McCarty
Message: Wow - so many life-changing things have happened to you. Congratulations on all your accomplishments.

To: Tracy Robinson
From: Trina McCarty
Message: I can't believe you finished the program so quickly. I'm glad to hear that you are planning to attend the campus ceremonies. I plan to be in the audience cheering you on!

To: All Spring 2008 Graduates
From: Sarah Jones
Message: Congratulations on completing your degree.

To: Social Science Graduates
From: Donna Menke
Message: Congratulations on completing your bachelor's degree. I know it has been a long hard road, but all that effort is paying off. I have enjoyed working with each of you! Best of luck in your future endeavors.

To: Dietetics Graduates
From: Janice Nikkel
Message: Congratulations on completing your degree. The K-State family is proud of your success!

To: Early Childhood Education Graduates
From: Janice Nikkel
Message: Congratulations on completing your degree. The K-State family is proud of your success!

To: Youth Development Graduates
From: Janice Nikkel
Message: Congratulations on completing your degree. The K-State family is proud of your success!

To: Gerontology Graduates
From: Janice Nikkel
Message: Congratulations on completing your degree. The K-State family is proud of your success!

To: Merchandising Graduates
From: Janice Nikkel
Message: Congratulations on completing your degree. The K-State family is proud of your success!

To: Financial Planning Graduates
From: Janice Nikkel
Message: Congratulations on completing your degree. The K-State family is proud of your success!

To: Tammy Gamino
From: Jennifer Pfortmiller
Message: Congratulations, Tammy! You did it!! It's been fun following along with you on this journey! Well done, lady!

To: All Spring 2008 Graduates
From: Emily Rowden, Exam Administrator
Message: Congrats to you all! I know I have spoken with many of you throughout the course of your career here at K-State, and I wish you the best of luck in your future! Take care!

To: Michael Lynn
From: Ellen Stauffer
Message: Michael, congratulations on your graduation! I wish you a very successful future! Ellen

To: Paul Works
From: Ellen Stauffer
Message: Paul, congratulations on completing your degree. I know it took a lot of hard work. Great job! Ellen

To: Michael Terry
From: Ellen Stauffer
Message: Michael, congratulations! You should be very proud of completing your degree. I wish you all the best! Ellen

To: Rick Stephenson
From: Ellen Stauffer
Message: Rick, it has been a pleasure to have you as a K-State distance student. Congratulations! Ellen

To: Jeremie Smith
From: Ellen Stauffer
Message: Jeremie, congratulations on your graduation! Please look me up if you make it to campus for commencement. Ellen

To: Steve Stampbach
From: Ellen Stauffer
Message: Steve, congratulations on completing your degree! I wish you all the best in your future.

To: Armando Salazar
From: Ellen Stauffer
Message: Armando, congratulations on completing your degree! It was hard work, I know, so do take time to celebrate your success!

To: Russ McDonald
From: Ellen Stauffer
Message: It's been a pleasure to have you as a distance student. Congratulations! Ellen

To: Sean MacKinnon
From: Ellen Stauffer
Message: Sean, congratulations on completing your degree. I wish you all the best! Ellen

To: Matt Kubicina
From: Ellen Stauffer
Message: Congratulations on your graduation, Matt! Best of luck! Ellen

To: Brett Rollow
From: Ellen Stauffer
Message: Brett, congratulations on your graduation! I know it is a great relief to see the light at the end of the tunnel! Great job! Ellen

To: Chris DeWaal
From: Ellen Stauffer
Message: Chris, congratulations on completing your degree. I wish you all the best for your future. Ellen

To: Eric Davis
From: Ellen Stauffer
Message: Congratulations on your graduation, Eric! Great job! I know you're happy to be just about done! Ellen

To: Mark Cleveland
From: Ellen Stauffer
Message: Congratulations on your graduation, Mark! I hope to see you here in May! Ellen

To: General Business Graduates
From: Ron Jackson
Message: Congratulations on a job well done. You have accomplished one of your life's goals, and we are extremely proud of you!

To: GPIDEA Grads
From: Katie Curtis
Message: Congratulations on completing your degree! It has been great working with you through your program. Best of luck in the future!

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