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Assemblies of God Theological Seminary Graduation 2009 36 th Commencement Celebration Saturday, May 2, 2009, 10 a.m. Central Assembly of God Shaping servant leaders with knowledge, skill and passion to revitalize the Church and evangelize the world in the power of the Spirit. 1435 N. Glenstone Avenue Springfield, MO 65802 417-268-1000 agts@agts.edu www.agts.edu

Commencement Program Commencement at the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary (AGTS) acknowledges several streams of influence. The medieval academic tradition is part of the seminary culture so there are measures of formality: robes that reflect various academic disciplines and certain ceremonial dimensions that are integral to this event. AGTS is firmly rooted in the Pentecostal faith tradition. We affirm worship that is celebratory and vibrant, and we welcome the dynamics of the Holy Spirit in our congregational life. We are committed to the redemptive ministry of Jesus Christ that is empowered by the Holy Spirit. These elements of the Pentecostal tradition are also integral to commencement. AGTS is committed to thoroughness in graduate theological education. The ceremonial dimensions of this event acknowledge our graduates significant achievements in study. The celebratory dimensions demonstrate our belief that today s graduates are people of destiny in God s eternal plan of redemption. These elements find root in the biblical theme of zeal with knowledge found in Isaiah 11:2. Please turn off all cell phones and pagers PRELUDE Thomas R. Matrone and Music Ministry Team Music Pastor, Central Assembly of God, Director, Assemblies of God National Music Department Come Thou Fount/Come Thou King Robert Robinson/Thomas Miller *CELEBRATORY WORSHIP AND PROCESSIONAL Thomas R. Matrone and Music Ministry Team Great God Medley Travis Cottrell How Great Thou Art (Stuart Hine) How Great is Our God (Chris Tomlin/Jesse Reeves/Ed Cash) Bible Bearer and Color Guard Faculty Marshal President Ceremony Participants Board of Directors Board of Administration Seminary Faculty Assemblies of God Educators The Graduating Class of 2009 *SCRIPTURE READING AND INVOCATION Revelation 3:1-6 (NIV) George W. Westlake Jr. Pastor Emeritus, Sheffield Family Life Center, Kansas City, Missouri Member of the AGTS Board of Directors *Audience is requested to stand.

WELCOME James T. Bradford General Secretary, The General Council of the Assemblies of God Member of the AGTS Board of Directors PRESIDENT S REMARKS and Awards Byron D. Klaus President Stephen Lim Academic Dean Pillars of the Faith Alumnus and Alumna of the Year 2009 Floyd Butch Frey, Class of 1999 Pamela L. Frey, Class of 2004 Butch and Pam Frey began their ministry in 1980 in West Virginia, where they served as senior pastors. They have been missionaries to Latin America since 1989 working with youth and Bible school ministries and planting churches. Butch has served as the Assemblies of God World Missions (AGWM) area director for Mexico since 1998. Another aspect of their ministry focuses on individual and family counseling. Butch and Pam are involved in training lay counselors and working with future missionaries in the area of crosscultural adjustment through the AGWM Personnel and Family Life Department. In 2009, they will begin full-time work to provide member care for missionaries and their families. They completed Master of Arts degrees in Licensed Professional Counseling at AGTS. INTRODUCTION OF COMMENCEMENT SPEAKER Byron D. Klaus THE COMMENCEMENT ADDRESS George O. Wood General Superintendent, The General Council of the Assemblies of God Chairperson of the AGTS Board of Directors THE CHURCH IS IN YOUR HANDS Revelation 3:1-6 (NIV) Dr. George O. Wood is the general superintendent of the Assemblies of God (AG), USA, a church with over 12,300 congregations in the U.S. and some 2.8 million members and adherents. The U.S. AG is part of a larger World AG fellowship with a membership of over 60 million the largest Pentecostal denomination in the world. He has served as chair of the AGTS Board of Directors since 1993. Before accepting his current position in 2007, Dr. Wood served the AG as its general secretary for 14 years. He was assistant superintendent of the Southern California District from 1988 to 1993. Wood pastored Newport-Mesa Christian Center Commencement Program Parents with small children, please see usher for designated cry room.

in Costa Mesa, California, for 17 years. He was elected to serve as chairman of the World AG Fellowship at its meeting in Lisbon, Portugal, in 2008. The son of missionary parents to China and Tibet, Wood holds a doctoral degree in pastoral theology from Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, California, and a juris doctorate from Western State University College of Law in Fullerton, California. He earned his undergraduate degree at Evangel University (College) in. He is the author of a number of books including: A Psalm In Your Heart, Living Fully, The Successful Life, and a college text on the Book of Acts. Dr. Wood and his wife, Jewel, have a daughter and son. PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR DEGREES Stephen Lim CONFERRING OF DEGREES Byron D. Klaus GRADUATE RESPONSE E. Wayne Murray Master of Arts Candidate **DEGREE AND HOODING CEREMONY Byron D. Klaus Stephen Lim Geneva M. Heiskell Registrar Cheryl A. Taylor Director of Doctor of Ministry Program George O. Wood Doug Oss Director of the Cordas C. Burnett Preaching Center Professor of Bible Exposition James H. Railey Chairperson, Bible and Theology Department Professor of Theology Jay P. Taylor Chairperson, Practical Theology Department Director of Spiritual Formation Wayne H. Lee Visiting Professor of Leadership and Ministry DeLonn L. Rance Chairperson, Global Missions Department Associate Professor of Intercultural Studies Melody D. Palm Director of Counseling Programs Associate Professor of Counseling Psychology Johan H. Mostert Professor of Community Psychology Warren B. Newberry Associate Professor of Missions Randy C. Walls Associate Professor of Leadership and Spiritual Formation **Please hold applause until all candidates have received degrees.

PRESIDENT S REMARKS Byron D. Klaus *Prayer of Commissioning AND CELEBRATORY BENEDICTION Thomas R. Matrone and Music Ministry Team Be Th o u My Vision Ancient Irish hymn Mary E. Byrne/E.H. Hull/Bruce Greer Floyd Butch Frey Pamela L. Frey PRESIDENT S CLOSING REMARKS Byron D. Klaus *RECESSIONAL A Thousand Tongues Charles Wesley/Carl Glaser/Steve Merkel Candidates for Degrees DOCTOR OF MINISTRY Elizabeth B. Ashby Winston Salem, North Carolina B.Mus., Appalachian State University M.Ed., University of North Carolina-Greensboro D.Min. Project: Helping Parents Maximize the Spiritual Growth of Children at First Assembly of God in Winston Salem, North Carolina Mark T. Boucher Augusta, Maine B.S., Valley Forge Christian College M.Div., AG Theological Seminary D.Min. Project: The Dynamic Role of a Doctor of Ministry Education in Facilitating the Personal Transformation of Pentecostal Leaders George Cantu B.A., Southwestern AG University M.A., M.Div. Equiv., AG Theological Seminary D.Min. Project: A Pilot Model for Coaching Secondand Third-Generation Mexican-Americans as Youth Leaders in Virginia Ann Christel Chester Springs, Pennsylvania B.A., College of Mount Saint Vincent M.A., University of Pennsylvania M.T.S., Palmer Theological Seminary AG Theological Seminary, M.Div. Equiv. D.Min. Project: Developing Young Women for Church Leadership Candidates for Degrees *Audience is requested to stand.

Beth Jeanine Davis B.A., North Central University M.A., M.Div. Equiv., AG Theological Seminary D.Min. Project: Building Interpersonal Skills Among Missionaries in Assemblies of God World Missions Northern Asia Region Tommy Joe Davis Eagle River, Alaska B.A., Southeastern University M.A., Southwestern AG University AG Theological Seminary, M.Div. Equiv. D.Min. Project: Alaska Theological Extension Education Model Seminar Presentation Peter Owen Dissmore Columbia, Missouri B.A., University of Maryland M.Div., AG Theological Seminary Th.M., Princeton Theological Seminary D.Min. Project: Ethics for the Military Officer: Teaching Ethics at the Maneuver Support Center for Engineer Officers Timothy D. Moyers Huntington Beach, California B.A., M.A., Vanguard University M.A., Azusa Pacific University AG Theological Seminary, M.Div. Equiv. D.Min. Project: Emotional Intelligence: A Biblically Integrated Course for a Masters of Science in Clinical Psychology Michael L. Reighard Willard, Missouri M.A., M.Div., AG Theological Seminary D.Min. Project: Jericho Commission: A Christ-Based Reentry Program Answering the Transitional Difficulties of Christian Ex-Offenders Alvaro Max Rivera San Salvador, El Salvador B.A., West Coast Christian College M.A., M.Div., Fuller Theological Seminary D.Min. Project: Revitalization and Its Application to the Context of Hispanic Ministers in Los Angeles, California Steven Mark Rose Muskogee, Oklahoma M.A., M.Div. Equiv., AG Theological Seminary D.Min. Project: Breaking the Growth Barrier at Muskogee First Assembly: Facilitating Assimilation and Developing Community Through Small Group Ministry George M. Thomas B.S., Houston Baptist University M.B.A., University of Houston AG Theological Seminary, M.Div. Equiv. D.Min. Project: Teen Challenge Best Practices Manual Kevin Tyler Kiev, Ukraine M.A., M.Div. Equiv., AG Theological Seminary D.Min. Project: Training the Leadership Team of Teen Challenge Russia Ralynn G. Willis Everett, Washington B.A., Bethany University M.A., Fuller Theological Seminary AG Theological Seminary, M.Div. Equiv. D.Min. Project: From Philosophy to Praxis: The Assimilation of Female Credentialed Ministers into the Northwest and Northern California/Nevada Assemblies of God Ecclesiastical Profession

Cordas C. Burnett Preaching Fellows MASTER OF DIVINITY Michael Fuentes Long Island, New York David Edward Garcia Laredo, Texas B.A., Global University Daniel James Kitinoja North Ridgeville, Ohio B.A., Baldwin-Wallace College Joy Krajicek Sunnyvale, California B.A., M.A., Bethany University Shawn Moir* Long Island, New York B.S., Farmingdale State University of New York Stephanie Lynn Nance** Juneau, Alaska Brian E. Nelmes Hazleton, Pennsylvania B.S., Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences Justys Garay Renegado Stockton, California B.A., Bethany University Michael David Spalla** Jonathan David Srock Smithmill, Pennsylvania Sarah M. Atkinson Kansas City, Missouri B.A., Evangel University John Mark Bean B.S., Ozark Bible Institute & College Matthew Jon Bell Leominster, Massachusetts Bach., Zion Bible College Gary Black Grants Pass, Oregon B.A., California State University-Sacramento Milton Blanco Hempstead, New York B.A., Hofstra University Casey L. Brandsma Coventry, Rhode Island B.A., University of Rhode Island Kristian Lael Carlson* Plato, Missouri B.A., Trinity International University Allison Choate Kansas City, Missouri B.A., William Jewell College Armin Joe Colón Bayamón, Puerto Rico B.B.A., Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Bayamón Dale Patrick Donadio Fredericksburg, Virginia B.S., Evangel University Kenneth Ernest Elder** Outstanding Student, Global Missions Department Fairbury, Nebraska Lynn Douglas Evans** Philo, Illinois B.S., M.S., University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Master s Honors: * Cum Laude, 3.700-3.799 ** Magna Cum Laude, 3.800-3.899 *** Summa Cum Laude, 3.900-4.0

Jason Forte El Dorado, Arkansas B.S., M.S., Southwestern AG University Benjamin Christopher Eccles Franklin*** Sulphur, Louisiana B.S., McNeese State University J.D., Baylor University Brandon Gardner M.A., AG Theological Seminary David Paul Godbout Saint Louis, Missouri Jordan Paul Hansen*** Outstanding Student, Practical Theology Department Kappa Delta Chi Honor Society Spokane, Washington B.A., Northwest University Nathaniel Herrick Perrysburg, Ohio B.A., Evangel University Timothy Hotchkiss Freeport, Illinois B.A., National-Louis University John Johnson*** American Flag Bearer Kappa Delta Chi Honor Society Fort Wayne, Indiana B.S., Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne Brad Wesley Kesler*** Kappa Delta Chi Honor Society Eagle River, Alaska B.S., Oregon State University Benjamin Lackey Winter Haven, Florida B.S., Southeastern University Alasia Lynn Ledford** Hayesville, North Carolina B.A., Lee University Christy Dawn McDougall*** Kappa Delta Chi Honor Society Bigfork, Montana B.A., Trinity Bible College Gary Mundt Burlington, Iowa B.S., Wayland Baptist University Alicia Diane Po Ching Kansas City, Missouri B.S., Evangel University Nicole Pruitt* Kaysville, Utah B.A., Converse College Jacob Douglas Rebert B.S., Wright State University Luke Travis Storer B.A., Trinity Bible College Scott Strickland Memphis, Tennessee B.S., The University of Memphis Jose Miguel Talavera Gilroy, California B.A., Bethany University Ronald Lee VanTilburg Celina, Ohio B.A., Evangel University Aaron Reuben Wesson Modesto, California B.A., Vanguard University Master s Honors: * Cum Laude, 3.700-3.799 ** Magna Cum Laude, 3.800-3.899 *** Summa Cum Laude, 3.900-4.0

Rachel LaNae Worley Buffalo, Missouri Daisuke Yabuki Yokohama, Japan B.A., Yokohama City University M.A., Kanto Gakuin University Stephen L. Young B.S., Evangel University MASTER OF ARTS IN THEOLOGICAL STUDIES Samantha Ranea Brewer* Christian Flag Bearer Stanley M. Horton Award Gadsden, Alabama B.S., Southeastern University Robert Cunningham* Ellsworth, Kansas B.Mus., Evangel University Rhonda Minor Davis Maple Valley, Washington B.A., Messenger College Sabrina Douglas Detroit, Michigan B.A., Michigan State University Alan Dungan** Outstanding Student, Bible and Theology Department Thousand Oaks, California B.S., Crossroads College Nathan Gilpin London, Kentucky B.A., Ozark Bible Institute & College Mary Beth Godard B.S., Oklahoma State University Chuck Griffith Russiaville, Indiana B.A., Southeastern University Holly Haven Guerreiro* B.A., Ashland University Nathaniel Jeffrey Moore Mont Belvieu, Texas B.A., Evangel University Kristie Anne Stebbins Morris B.S., Evangel University Scott Osattin Louisville, Kentucky William Stanley Parks M.A., Southeastern University Ernest Peacock Ozark, Missouri Kate Sekol Salem, Ohio Frank A. Silverii*** Outstanding Student, MATS Degree Completion Program Kappa Delta Chi Honor Society Chula Vista, California Note: Summer graduates academic honors not available until August.

Ashley Thomas Fort Myers, Florida B.A., Lee University MASTER OF ARTS IN CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES Kristine Kay Beaird Tampa, Florida Troy Boulware Newburgh, Indiana B.A., Evangel University Richard D. Burwick Jeffrey S. Carlson Plainfield, Indiana Kenneth Cramer Gloucester, Virginia B.S., Valley Forge Christian College John L. Delcamp Ocala, Florida Todd Joseph Forrest Wautoma, Wisconsin B.A., Trinity Bible College Kevin D. Foster Fresno, California B.A., North Central University Gregory A. Hackett Lafayette, Indiana B.A., Evangel University Timothy A. Hill Homestead, Florida B.A., Oral Roberts University Stacia Kolbeck Colorado Springs, Colorado B.S., Kansas State University Brad Leach Berkley, Michigan E. Wayne Murray Greenwood, Indiana Steve Nickel Appleton, Wisconsin B.S., North Central University Clark D. Peterson Reedsburg, Wisconsin B.A., North Central University B.S., Northwest Missouri State University Susan Marie Peterson Reedsburg, Wisconsin B.A., Augustana College Randy Harrell Pierce Colerain, North Carolina B.A., Southeastern University Tower Max Tyus Pierson, Florida B.S., North Central University Jay Jerome Anderson* Dallas, Oregon B.A., Northwest University Kevin Deck Orlando, Florida B.A., Southeastern University Jonathan Loring Hardy** Master s Honors: * Cum Laude, 3.700-3.799 ** Magna Cum Laude, 3.800-3.899 *** Summa Cum Laude, 3.900-4.0

Merlyn Klaus*** Outstanding Student, Continuing Education Department Kappa Delta Chi Honor Society Omaha, Nebraska B.A., Columbia College Mark R. Lee Walnut Grove, Missouri B.A., American Christian College & Seminary Jon R. Oletzke* Kirkland, Washington B.A., Trinity Bible College Ben Oost Newport, Kentucky B.S., Northern Kentucky University LaDawn Rance Dominican Republic B.A., Bethany University Chris Smead*** Kappa Delta Chi Honor Society Charlottesville, Virginia B.S., University of Massachusetts-Amherst M.S., University of Virginia MASTER OF ARTS IN COUNSELING Tyler Scott Bowen B.S., Evangel University Sarah Kathleen Cotton* B.S., Evangel University Note: Summer graduates academic honors not available until August. Mayra Garcia Chicago, Illinois B.S.W., Evangel University Mary Glenn Tulsa, Oklahoma JaeLeann Elizabeth Guell West Bend, Wisconsin B.S., Evangel University Joel Lamar Gurulé Jemez Springs, New Mexico B.S., New Mexico Institute of Mining & Technology Lanny Harris Willard, Missouri B.A., Evangel University Timothy Harrison Ruston, Louisiana B.A., M.A., Louisiana Tech University Vonita Kelly B.S., Sterling College M.A., Missouri State University Briana Noelle Leach* Ozark, Missouri B.S., Evangel University Richard B. Leveque Windsor, Ontario Canada B.A., North Central University Emory Mitchell Joplin, Missouri B.S., Missouri Southern State University Melody Pantuso Orlando, Florida

Amber Payne B.S., Texas A&M University Steve Proffitt B.A., MidAmerica Nazarene University Valerie Ann Rance* Outstanding Student, Counseling Program B.S., Bethany University Jamie Lea Redfearn Poplar Bluff, Missouri B.A., Lee University Kristen Rice Lodi, California B.A., Bethany University Lisa Ann Russi* New Chicago, Indiana B.S.W., Evangel University Michael Cody Swearengin* Nixa, Missouri B.A., MidAmerica Nazarene University Jack Wells Colorado Springs, Colorado About AGTS SIGMA CHI PI HONOR SOCIETY The Alliance for AG Higher Education sponsors the. The seminary faculty nominate a limited number of graduates who satisfy scholastic, character and leadership qualifications. Current graduates receiving this honor are noted in the program. A second category honors alumni who graduated at least 10 years ago and meet similar criteria. This year s recipients are: Rev. Donna C. Bustos (M.A. 1997) has served as an Assemblies of God missionary to Mexico for over 20 years and has impacted the lives of thousands of students. She is the dean of the Anna Sanders Bible Institute in Mexico City and is active in the interdenominational revival network. Donna sees her role as a Bible professor as crucial in preparing the Mexican church. She taught Spanish masters-level courses at the Latin American Theological Seminary in Buenos Aires, Argentina, for students from 16 countries, 70% of whom are teachers in Bible Institutes throughout Latin America. Donna earned a B.A. from Bethel College. Donna and her husband, Miqueas, have a son, David. Dr. Paul E. Grabill (M.Div. 1982) is the lead pastor at State College Assembly of God in State College, Pennsylvania. Paul serves as the assistant superintendent of the Master s Honors: * Cum Laude, 3.700-3.799 ** Magna Cum Laude, 3.800-3.899 *** Summa Cum Laude, 3.900-4.0

Pennsylvania-Delaware District Council of the Assemblies of God and a general presbyter of The General Council of the Assemblies of God. Passionate about ministry for over 34 years, Paul earned his D.Min. at Fuller Theological Seminary, a Th.M. at Princeton Theological Seminary and a B.A. at Evangel University. Paul and his wife, Arline, have two sons, Robert and Ryan. Dr. James D. Hernando (M.Div. 1978) is professor of New Testament at the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary where he has served since 1990. His broad teaching experience encompasses public and undergraduate, as well as graduate levels of education. He has been a contributing author for Signs and Wonders in Ministry Today, Greek Word Studies in The Complete Biblical Library, the commentary on 2 Corinthians in the Full Life Bible Commentary to the New Testament, and author of many articles. He earned a Ph.D. and M.Phil. from Drew University, an M.S. and B.A. at State University of New York and a B.S. at Valley Forge Christian College. Dr. Hernando and his wife, Moira, have three sons, Matt, Eric and Danny. Kappa Delta Chi The faculty elect no more than 10% of the graduating class into the Kappa Delta Chi Honor Society each year. Students selected to receive this award must have a minimum cumulative gpa of 3.7, show potential for ministry and be in good standing with AGTS and the community. Current graduates receiving this honor are noted in the program. STANLEY M. HORTON AWARD Each year the Bible and Theology faculty confer the Stanley M. Horton Award to an M.A.T.S. graduate based on excellence in writing of the seminar paper. The graduate receiving this honor is noted in the program. ACADEMIC REGALIA A tradition derived from the oldest European universities, academic dress in American higher education follows the guidelines adopted by the American Council on Education. A bachelor s gown is traditionally black and has pointed sleeves. The master s gown is distinguished by its oblong sleeves, while the doctor s gown has bell-shaped sleeves with velvet panels on the sleeves, around the neck and down the front. In a few instances, the doctoral gown may be another color representing a specific institution. The colorful hood linings represent the colors of the institution conferring the degree. Hood linings for AGTS are royal blue and gold. The velvet border on the hood indicates the field of study in which the degree has been conferred. Those degrees conferred by AGTS are represented as follows: Scarlet, Doctor of Ministry, Master of Divinity; Golden Yellow, Master of Arts in Counseling; White, Master of Arts in Biblical Literature, Christian Ministries, Intercultural Ministries and Theological Studies. About AGTS

THE PULPIT The pulpit used during the commencement ceremony is a gift on loan from Central AG. When not in use during commencement, it is located in the Khoo Kay Peng World Prayer Center at the seminary. Every general superintendent of the AG except the first, E.N. Bell and every president and executive vice president of AGTS has preached behind this pulpit. THE SEMINARY MACE The seminary mace is an artistic rendering of the mandate and mission of AGTS. Approximately 36 inches in length, it is constructed of West African Bubinga wood and gold-plated brass. The head of the mace is a carved wood globe representing all people in God s world. The globe is mounted on a horizontal cross symbolizing humanity s dependence on the atoning death of Christ. Above the globe is a descending dove with wings and tail configured to resemble a flame, a reminder of the power and presence of the Holy Spirit in Christian life and ministry. AGTS is engraved on the face of the globe which is also encircled by an unwound scroll depicting the Word of God and bearing the text, By my Spirit, said the Lord (Zechariah 4:6). Since the sixteenth century, the mace has been a symbol of the institution that it represents. It is carried by the faculty marshal in all academic processions. BRIEF AGTS HISTORY The Assemblies of God Theological Seminary, originally named the Assemblies of God Graduate School and incorporated in 1972, first opened its doors for classes to missionaries in the summer of 1973 and began with a student body of 77. For 36 years, AGTS has nurtured Pentecostal leaders in a context of academic excellence and spiritual passion. For its first 24 years, the seminary occupied facilities at The General Council of the AG. After completion of its For Such a Time capital fund campaign, the seminary broke ground for a long awaited and functional 55,000 square foot facility in March 1996 and in July 1997 moved to its first permanent home. The Michael J. and Frances Cardone Building is an eloquent statement of theological purpose. Powerful symbols of creation and redemption, Pentecost and mission, servant-leadership and Pentecostal heritage are found throughout; particularly in the Great Hall, the William J. Seymour Chapel and the Khoo Kay Peng World Prayer Center. AGTS enrolls an average of 500 students and offers Doctor of Philosophy, Doctor of Ministry, Doctor of Missiology, Master of Divinity and Master of Arts degrees. Alumni currently serve in all 50 states and 125 countries. The seminary s mission is to Shape servant leaders with knowledge, skill and passion to revitalize the church and evangelize the world in the power of the Spirit.

ADJUNCT FACULTY George R. Carson, Bible and Theology Michael Jaffe, D.Min. Project Advisor Sherry B. Lee, Practical Theology Wayne H. Lee, Practical Theology H. Scott McChrystal, Practical Theology Marshall M. Windsor, Practical Theology FACULTY EMERITI Benny C. Aker, Professor Emeritus of New Testament and Exegesis Stanley M. Horton, Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Bible and Theology Anthony D. Palma, Professor Emeritus of New Testament ASSEMBLIES OF GOD EDUCATORS Gary A. Denbow, President Central Bible College ALUMNI AWARD RECIPIENTS Donna C. Bustos, Class of 1997 Floyd Butch Frey, Class of 1999 Pam L. Frey, Class of 2004 James D. Hernando, Class of 1978 GRADUATION COMMITTEE Dorothea Lotter (Chair), Sarah Clark, Elizabeth Danalds, Treasa Edmond, Jennifer Hall, Geneva Heiskell, Byron Klaus, Stephen Lim, Mary Miramonti, Dan Morrison, Ava Oleson, Susan Starkey, Jay Taylor