COOS BAY, OR – The Southwestern Oregon Community College (SWOCC) hosted its 53rd annual commencement on Friday, June 13, 2014.

The 2014 Class includes 234 graduates from 18 states and two countries. Graduates will leave Southwestern with a variety of degrees and certificates in science, business, arts and other fields. One-hundred-thirty-nine graduates have earned Associates of Arts Oregon Transfer degrees and will move on to bachelor’s degree programs; 117 will receive Associate of Applied Science degrees; 76 will receive Associate of General Studies degrees; 94 Associate of Science degrees; and 52 students also earned Certificates of Completion.

Nineteen students have obtained bachelor’s degrees and three earned master’s degrees through the college’s University Center in partnership with the Oregon University System. Some students will receive more than one degree.

“Our graduates come from all over Oregon and the USA. We are happy we inspired them to pursue their interests and reach their goals,” said SWOCC President Dr. Patty Scott.

Washington graduates include:

Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer

Hannah Moon – Kennewick, Wash.

Bradley Tripp – Moses Lake, Wash.

Tyler Schreckengost – Okanogan, Wash.

Associate of Applied Science

Francis Trieu – Culinary Arts – Bellingham, Wash.

Yolonda Lawes – Fire Science Technology – Bonney Lake, Wash.

Christian Contreras- Welding and Fabrication – Tacoma, Wash.

Kandyce Nordquist – Medical Assistant – Tacoma, Wash.

Kyle Stephens – Emergency Medical Technology – Paramedic – Seattle, Wash.

Michael White – Emergency Medical Technology – Paramedic – Seattle, Wash.

Associate of General Studies

Hannah Moon – Kennewick, Wash.

Demiree Briones – Sequim, Wash.

Phillip Dunham – Walla Walla, Wash.

Associate of Science

Bradley Tripp – Moses Lake, Wash.

Phillip Dunham – Walla Walla, Wash.

Certificate of Completion

Christian Contreras – Welding and Fabrication – Tacoma, Wash.

Kandyce Nordquist – Medical Clerical – Tacoma, Wash.