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Nearly 120 student-athletes graduated from Newberry College, marking significant academic and athletic achievements. The ceremony featured award winners and highlighted the college’s commitment to excellence. Additionally, a new Master of Science in Sport Management and Leadership program was announced, set to launch in 2023.
Newberry, South Carolina – Nearly 120 student-athletes graduated from Newberry College on May 17 during a ceremony held at Setzler Field. This event marked a significant milestone for the college community, celebrating both their academic achievements and athletic contributions.
During the commencement, Newberry College presented three of the four major senior awards to outstanding student-athletes. The George B. Cromer Award for academic excellence, leadership, and personal integrity was awarded to Rebecca Hartrick, a graduate of the women’s triathlon team. Stembile Chikoree, a graduate of the women’s field hockey team, received the Mary Mildred Sullivan Award for exemplifying faith, hope, and charity. The Dr. L Grady Cooper Award was presented to Alexa Anderson, a graduate of the women’s golf team, in recognition of her loyalty and devotion to Newberry College.
The list of graduating student-athletes reflects a diverse range of disciplines across various sports. Notable graduates include:
- Ryan B. Barnett | Sport Management | Baseball
- Bradford W. Brooks | Forensic Psychology | Baseball
- Harlan K. Faircloth | Business Administration | Baseball
- Parker J. Fenton | Exercise Science & Human Performance | Baseball
- Jesse Free | Sport Management | Baseball
- Hunter B. French | Exercise Science & Human Performance | Baseball
- Cooper Lee Gentry | Sport Management & Leadership | Baseball
- Aubrey K. Georgiana-Richardson | Exercise Science & Human Performance | Baseball
- Ethan M. LeBron | Business Administration | Baseball
- Jomar A. Lugo | Business Administration | Baseball
- Jonathan J. Velez | Communications – Journalism | Baseball
Additionally, graduates came from various other sports, including cheer, dance, football, men’s and women’s basketball, men’s and women’s golf, as well as men’s and women’s track teams.
In related news, Newberry College’s Board of Trustees has approved a new Master of Science in Sport Management and Leadership program, anticipated to launch in the summer of 2023. This program will be entirely online and can be completed within a year, offering flexibility for working professionals. The tuition is set at $575 per credit hour, with potential discounts available for full-time college employees.
This new graduate program adds to the existing Master of Science in Organizational Development and Leadership, marking Newberry College’s first graduate-level offerings. Furthermore, the college has plans to introduce additional graduate programs in criminal justice, public administration, and education in the coming years, expanding educational opportunities for current and future students.
The celebration of this year’s graduating student-athletes underscores Newberry College’s commitment to fostering both academic and athletic excellence among its students, while the introduction of new graduate programs reflects the institution’s growth and adaptability in serving the learning needs of a diverse student population.
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