NORFOLK — Northeast Community College recognized the achievements of 992 graduates during its 53rd Annual Commencement Ceremony, on Friday, May 8, at the Cox Activities Center on the Norfolk campus.
Three ceremonies took place. Graduates received degrees, diplomas, and certificates representing programs across the College.
The ceremony featured remarks from Northeast President Leah Barrett, who highlighted the college’s recent recognition as one of the top 25 community colleges in the nation, an achievement that underscores the strength of its mission and the impact it has on students and the region.
Serving as faculty speaker was Bonnie JohnsonBartee, English instructor at Northeast Community College.
The student address was delivered by Chrissy Clark, who was awarded an associate of applied science degree in agriculture with a concentration in urban agriculture.
In addition to commencement, Northeast Community College hosted its nursing pinning and commencement ceremony at 3 p.m. Friday, honoring graduates of the associate degree in nursing (ADN) and practical nursing (PN) programs. The pinning ceremony recognized the transition of nursing students into the profession and the completion of rigorous academic and clinical training.
The nursing ceremony featured a student address by Phoebe Matson of Norfolk, who was awarded an associate degree in nursing.
Local spring 2026 graduates are listed below by degree and program followed by name and hometown.
Associate Degree in Nursing — Grace Veik of McLean Associate of Science Degree — Anabelle Vinson of Foster; Keely Gubbels and Grant True of Osmond Associate of Applied Science Degree in Graphic Design — Brooklyn Wattier of Osmond Associate of Applied Science Degree in Information Technology, Certificate in Cisco Networking Acad - emy and Certificate in Information Security — James Doyle of Osmond Diploma in Plumbing Technology — Jeffrey Thelen of Osmond Diploma in Practical Nursing — Anabelle Vinson of Foster Certificate in Automotive Light Service Technician — Jaxon Vinson of Osmond
