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From the President Today we celebrate the completion of degrees, the achievement of long awaited goals and the culmination of years of hard work and sacrifice. It is a joyous occasion, not only for our graduates, but also for their families and friends who have supported them throughout their educational journey. It is also a celebration for the excellent faculty, staff, and administration of the college who have worked to provide the highest quality education, support services, and encouragement that has enabled our graduates to succeed and to reach their full potential. Student success is central to the mission and goals of Yakima Valley College. Watching our graduates walk across the platform to receive their degrees revitalizes and inspires us all to continue in our efforts to provide quality education to the citizens of the Yakima Valley. Our 2018 graduating class, like thousands of previous YVC graduates, will go on to be lifelong achievers and leaders in our community and throughout the world. We are confident that this President Linda Kaminski, Ed.D. Board of Trustees Rosalinda Mendoza, Chair Patrick Baldoz Sara Cate, M.D. Neil McClure Robert Ozuna
graduating class has the self-determination, skills, and abilities to continue to succeed in their future education endeavors and in their chosen careers. Learning is a lifelong process and most education takes place outside the classroom. I encourage each graduate to embrace each new experience and every challenge as an opportunity to further their education and to succeed. Believe in yourself and, whatever path you choose to follow, make a difference. Congratulations, YVC graduates!
Linda Kaminski, Ed.D. Yakima Valley College
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Commencement Program Processional (Please Stand) Arrangement: Jeff Norwood
YVC Jazz Ensemble Directed by Mr. Jeff Norwood
The Star-Spangled Banner Arrangement: S. S. Slusher
YVC Concert Choir Directed by Mr. Steven Slusher
YVC Alma Mater Music: Nancy Mayo
YVC Concert Choir Directed by Mr. Steven Slusher
Welcome and Introduction of Commencement Speaker
Linda Kaminski, Ed.D., YVC President Ms. Rosalinda Mendoza, YVC Board Chair
Commencement Address
Ms. Jan Yoshiwara Executive Director SBCTC Ms. Alisha McNeil, Student Body President Associated Students of YVC
Introduction of Student Commencement Speaker Student Address
Ms. Erica Lua-Alonzo YVC Class of 2018
Presentation of Awards Distinguished Service
BORArchitecture Presented by Teresa Holland Rich, Ph.D., VP Administrative Services
Distinguished Alumnus
Mr. Terry Abeyta Presented by Teresa Holland Rich, Ph.D.
Faculty Emeritus
Mr. Duane Reed Presented by Mr. Tomรกs Ybarra, VP Instruction & Student Services
Robert M. Leadon Excellence in Teaching
Mr. Rajkumar Raj Presented by Mr. Pat Gilmore, YVC Foundation
Sherrie & Daryl Parker Faculty
Dr. Kelley Denome Presented by Mr. Pat Gilmore
Darlene Koch Classified Employee of the Year
Ms. Rebecca Cikauskas Presented by Mr. Pat Gilmore
Presentation of Class of 2018 Conferring Degrees
Mr. Tomรกs Ybarra, VP Instruction & Student Services Ms. Rosalinda Mendoza YVC Board Chair
Closing Remarks
Linda Kaminski, Ed.D., President
Recessional (Please Stand)
YVC Jazz Ensemble
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Welcome
Founded in 1928, Yakima Valley College is one of the largest providers of postsecondary education in the south central region of Washington State and has a long tradition of quality teaching and a strong commitment to student success. YVC offers a comprehensive curriculum for bachelor of applied science degrees, transfer degrees, professional and technical degrees, and basic skills instruction. As one of the 34 community and technical colleges in the state of Washington, YVC serves Kittitas, Yakima, and Klickitat counties with campuses in Yakima and Grandview and learning centers in Ellensburg, Sunnyside, and Toppenish. Today’s ceremony will include graduates from YVC’s bachelor and associate degree programs as well as high school students who are earning both their associates degree and high school diploma at the same time. YVC’s ceremony also includes students who have completed their certificate of achievement in one of our many areas of study. Thank you for joining us to celebrate our graduates.
Academic Procession
The commencement ceremony begins with the academic procession, a tradition dating back to the twelfth century. The processional order begins with the platform party (board, president, vice presidents and speakers), followed by the deans, faculty, the bachelor degree graduates and the associate degree graduates, and certificate students. The graduates will be primarily in two colors of gowns. The bachelor degree graduates wear black, and the associate degree and certificate of achievement graduates wear maroon. Running Start students who are graduating with their associate degree and high school diploma can choose to wear YVC’s maroon or their high school gown. The college’s administration and faculty wear gowns indicative of their academic degrees embellished with various colors depending on their discipline or area of study. In addition to the cap and gowns, you will also see some students wearing cords, medallions, and stoles which recognize outstanding academic achievement. The cords recognize honors (GPA of 3.40 to 3.84) and high honors (GPA of 3.85 or higher). Honor cords are either white (certificates) or maroon and gold (associate or bachelor’s degrees). High honor cords are either double white (certificates) or double gold (associate or bachelor’s degrees). Phi Theta Kappa members are wearing gold stoles and student government officers are wearing white stoles. Finally, two students selected for the All-Washington Academic Team are wearing their medallions.
Announcements
We ask that our guests silence cell phones. For safety reasons, keep all walkways clear. When the graduates enter the stadium, please stand during the processional. Photographs may be taken, but audience members are not allowed on the stage. There will be opportunities for photographs following the ceremony. Please stand for the recessional, then remain in your seat until all graduates have exited. If you have questions, please speak with an usher.
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Commencement Speaker
Ms. Jan Yoshiwara
Yakima Valley College is honored to have Ms. Jan Yoshiwara speak at the 89th Commencement Ceremony. Yoshiwara is executive director of the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC), an agency that administers Washington’s system of 34 public community and technical colleges. The SBCTC sets policy, allocates state operating and capital funds to the colleges, strategically plans the two-year college mission, and approves educational programs. Yoshiwara earned a bachelor of science degree in zoology from the University of California, Davis. She later earned a master’s in education degree in student personnel administration for higher education from Western Washington University. Yoshiwara assumed the role of executive director in July 2017 after serving as deputy executive director for the State Board’s Education Division since 1994. The division consists of instruction, student services, eLearning, policy research, and performance accountability. In that role, Jan secured and oversaw multi-million-dollar grants and supervised state-level research on community and technical college students, staff and resources. She built partnerships with high schools, universities, business and labor leaders, state agencies, national associations, and philanthropic organizations. Yoshiwara worked with senior staff at colleges, universities, higher education and K-12 agencies, the Office of the Governor, federal and state lawmakers, and state business and labor partners to advance education goals and policies. She continues to advance these relationships as executive director. Under Yoshiwara’s leadership, the State Board and the college system embarked on several initiatives to help more students succeed at the community and technical colleges. These efforts include establishing a Student Success Center that coaches colleges as they develop ways to help students earn degrees and certificates. She promoted Guided Pathways, a way of grouping classes and services to help students quickly and efficiently complete degrees and certificates. She helped complete the Math Strategic Plan, an initiative designed to help all students succeed in math courses, and also helped incoming high school students place into college-level math and English using innovative Bridge to College courses. In addition, her work helped expand Achieving the Dream, an initiative to improve student success measures at 16 colleges. To ensure the success of many of these initiatives, Yoshiwara obtained grant funding from sources like Jobs for the Future, College Spark Washington, and the University of Texas Austin’s Dana Center. Yoshiwara has been instrumental in developing budget requests to the Governor’s office and the Washington state Legislature related to student success programs like Guided Pathways, I-BEST, Opportunity Grants, Math, Engineering Science Achievement (MESA), Job Skills Program, eLearning, basic skills, workforce development, aerospace training and applied bachelor’s degrees. She created the Open Course Library, a collection of 81 high-enrollment courses redesigned to use high-quality, free-to-use materials to lower students’ costs. Yoshiwara developed the System Direction and Strategic Technology plans, multi-year strategies for the college system to think about long-term goals. Yoshiwara also has placed an emphasis on developing partnerships with the Association of Washington Business, and the Washington State Labor Council, while reestablishing the system’s statewide student leadership organization (WACTCSA). Yoshiwara’s career at the State Board began in 1984, and her commitment to the students, faculty and staff of Washington community and technical colleges has been extraordinary. In addition to serving as executive director, she has worked as associate director of planning and information services and for student services and minority affairs. 4
Student Commencement Speaker
Ms. Erica Lua-Alonzo
Yakima Valley College is pleased to have graduate Erica Lua-Alonzo deliver the student commencement speech for the class of 2018. Lua-Alonzo has completed her associate of applied science degree in bilingual administrative office assistant. Lua-Alonzo was born in the Yakima Valley and graduated from Davis High School in 2004. Following high school, she worked a series of jobs in banking, fast food, and as a legal assistant at a law firm. After the birth of her children, Erica made the decision to be a stay-at-home mom. “I loved my time as at stay-at-home mom, but I missed working. I knew that for my and my family’s future I wanted more,” stated Lua-Alonzo. In the spring of 2016, she took the leap and enrolled at Yakima Valley College pursing a degree from the Business Technology program. “There has been so much that I’ve liked about YVC and the Business Technology program. There is so much diversity on campus, which has helped me grow. When I first returned to school, I did not think I would be able to do it. Here at YVC I have been pushed to my limits to do better in class and instructors have expected more of me that I expected of myself. I’ve had the opportunity to meet new people and have new adventures. As someone who wasn’t able to travel or relocate for school, YVC has been an ideal fit for me and my family,” she stated. Pushed to succeed, she credits some of her success on the support and leadership of her instructors. “Susan Klaus was a big influence for me. She never let me settle for the minimum, it was never enough. If I turned in an assignment that wasn’t my best work, she would ask me if this was really me, which always pushed me to do better,” she continued. Her hard work has paid off with several appearances on the president’s and dean’s list. On campus, she worked as a work-study student in YVC’s Athletic program, helping out in the fitness center and during athletic contests. Off-campus she was recently hired to work at the East Valley School District. She also volunteers as treasurer for her son’s soccer team and assists the coach during fundraising events. Following YVC she plans to continue her career as a Special Programs Administrative Assistant and District Translator with the East Valley School District. One day she hopes to return to school to pursue a degree in teacher education. In her commencement address, Lua-Alonzo extends her hope for the future to YVC’s graduating class of 2018. “To my fellow graduates, now you know every late night, every tear, every assignment, every exam, every moment of this journey was worth it,” she writes. “You now have something so many dream of. My wish for you is to find even the simple things in life rewarding. In moments of your struggles remember that if you can accomplish college, you can accomplish anything.” In her free time Erica enjoys the company of her husband Jose, and three children Azelynn, Annaliah, and Jose. The close family enjoys cooking, gardening, watching movies, and are avid soccer fans.
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Distinguished Alumnus Award
Mr. Terry Abeyta
The Yakima Valley College Alumni Association is pleased to announce Mr. Terry Abeyta as this year’s recipient of the Distinguished Alumnus Award. Abeyta has been a personal injury lawyer in the Yakima Valley since 1978. Born and raised in Yakima, Abeyta attended Yakima Valley College from 1969-1971 where he says he received some of the best instruction of his educational career. He benefitted from outstanding teachers like Delma Thayer, Inga Wiehl, and Mary Lou Schmidt, Gordon Howard, Jim Newbill, Bill Scofield, Paul Anderson, Robert McCutcheon, Millie Stenehjem, and the late Herb Blisard. He graduated at the top of his class with a 3.98 GPA and was a member of Phi Theta Kappa honor society. Terry says the great start he received from YVC prepared him well for transferring to Whitman College. At Whitman, he graduated at the top of his class with a 4.0 GPA, summa cum laude, was a member of Phi Beta Kappa, and received honors in political science. He later attended the University of Washington Law School, winning the moot court competition and graduating in 1976 in the top 15% of his class. Terry worked his way through college and law school as a reporter with the Yakima Herald-Republic, Walla Wall Union-Bulletin, and the
Seattle Post-Intelligencer. After law school, he worked for two years for a law firm in the Seattle area, where he was drawn to litigation. Terry moved back to his hometown in 1978 to practice law and raise a family. He practiced two years with a firm before going into solo practice in 1981. He hired Rod Nelson a year later. They recently celebrated 36 years of practice together. Terry has limited his practice to personal injury cases since 1985. Terry has earned a reputation as one of best personal injury lawyers in Washington. He has been honored as a Super Lawyer every year since 1999, and has been named to The Best Lawyers in America every year since 2009. In addition, he is the only lawyer in Central Washington chosen for the Damage Attorney Round Table. He has been selected for the American Board of Trial Advocates, Million Dollar Advocates, and Law Dragon’s Leading Plaintiff Lawyers in America. He has also served in many leadership positions for the Washington State Association for Justice, and is a past president of the Yakima County Bar Association. Terry has the highest personal injury settlement, arbitration award, and jury verdict for a neck injury case in the history of Yakima County. Abeyta Nelson Injury Law was recently designated by readers of the Yakima Herald-Republic as Best Law Firm and Best Personal Injury Law Firm and by readers of the Yakima Valley Business Times as Best Attorney. US News & World Report has named it a Best Law Firm. He is active in the community, serving on the board of trustees for La Salle High School and Catholic Charities of Central Washington, and is active in St. Paul Cathedral Parish. He has served in leadership for United Way, the Yakima Valley Community Foundation, YVC Foundation, and Whitman College. Terry’s son, David, is a lawyer and daughter, Julie, is a legal assistant at his firm. His daughter, Meagan, is a teacher at Apple Valley School. His life partner, Denielle Beaulaurier, manages his law firm.
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Distinguished Service Award
BORArchitecture
Yakima Valley College is honored to present BORArchitecture (BORA) with the 2018 Distinguished Service Award. BORA is being recognized for its significant contributions to help reshape and expand campus through the years. As one of the leading architecture firms in Central Washington, BORA has a wide range of experience providing both new construction and major renovations. BORA is deeply rooted in the Yakima Valley and is committed to providing architectural services that enhance the local area. Their work at YVC is evidence of this commitment to community. Several members of the BORA team attended YVC before advancing to architecture school and have found extra satisfaction returning to enhance campus as accomplished professionals. Architects have the unique opportunity to integrate themselves into their client’s work environment and through this relationship come to understand what makes an organization tick. At YVC, BORA has made it their business to get to know the faculty from each program and From top, left to right: Dave Carson, Scott Kunnanz, department involved in their projects. They take to heart the needs and Allen Opfer, Matt Reed, Wes Edwards, Jim Castino, concerns of those who will use these spaces as instructors and view Jennifer Maher, Russell Thomas, Jacquie Pembroke, Molly Breymeyer, and Sheri Brockway. each project as an opportunity to give local students a state-of-the-art learning environment. BORA’s most valued praise comes in the form of positive feedback from students and faculty. BORA has helped YVC develop campus building standards that include a palette of economical and energy efficient building materials and systems. Budget management plays a key role in their work. They are committed to providing the most value possible within the funds available, taking care to honor the spending priorities established by YVC for every project. “I cannot imagine a better client with which to work,” stated Principal Architect Sheri Brockway. “We truly have a collaborative relationship with YVC. The administration, faculty and staff are committed to working with us to design great buildings which makes the whole process a ton of fun!” YVC follows a competitive selection process for the design of all major buildings. Over the years, BORA has repeatedly been selected as the most well rounded consultant for projects on campus. Some recent YVC projects that have received architectural services from BORA include: Weston D. Brown Dental Hygiene Clinic (2008), Glenn Anthon Hall (2007), City of Grandview/YVC Library (2011), North Campus Commons Plaza (2017), Palmer Martin Hall (2015), and Toppenish Learning Center (2016). “YVC has been very fortunate to have the opportunity to work with an architecture firm that values student success and access and is committed to the community college mission,” stated Vice President of Administrative Services Dr. Teresa Rich. “YVC students reap the benefit of state of the art instructional spaces designed around beauty and functionality”. 7
Faculty Emeritus Award
Mr. Duane Reed
Yakima Valley College is pleased to honor Mr. Duane Reed as the 2018 Emeritus Faculty. A long-standing instructor in the arts and sciences division, Duane taught English courses for 15 years before his retirement in 2015. He has continued to teach part-time. Reed was born and raised in the Yakima Valley. After graduating from Selah High School, he attended YVC for two years before enlisting in United States Army. He served as a Technician in the Army Security Agency for four years in Vietnam and West Germany. When his service ended, he spent a short time working in retail before beginning work as a professional photographer. He soon had the opportunity to teach photography part-time at YVC with the late Herb Blisard. It was during this period that Reed realized he wanted a career teaching at the community college level. In 1989, he decided to return to school and majored in English literature with an emphasis on American literature. While working on his graduate degree, he was hired to teach full-time for two years at Grays Harbor College in Aberdeen, Washington. After earning his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Central Washington University, he taught four years full-time at Columbia Basin College, in Pasco, Washington. In 2000, he returned to Yakima and began teaching
full-time at YVC. “What I really like about teaching is interacting with students,” stated Reed. “I also liked the idea of fighting ignorance. This has been the most rewarding aspect of teaching,” he continued. In addition to instructing his students, Reed has been a valuable resource to his colleagues. “Duane is extremely generous with his concern for students and for fellow faculty,” stated English Instructor Mary Dahlin. “I remember when I was first hired and was working as an adjunct instructor, and Duane immediately volunteered to let me share his office. He was teaching on a different schedule than I was, and it was so helpful to have a desk, a computer, and simply a place to be able to work and meet with students. He didn’t seem to mind at all that an interloper was invading his office space,” she continued. A lifelong learner, Reed continues to seek out opportunities to connect on campus. “Although Duane’s service with YVC has been a recent vintage, compared to other retired faculty, he actually has one of the longest connects to YVC,” stated History Instructor Monty Walker. “F. Scott Fitzgerald’s oft-quoted line that ‘there are no second acts in American lives’ has little application to Duane. After fifteen years of teaching English composition and literature courses, Duane retired, only to return for another ‘second act.’ Now retired, Duane has become a student again, attending history and anthropology courses as well as resuming teaching as a part-time English instructor. Duane may seem to have a curmudgeonly presence, but I think he has the softest of soft spots for YVC,” he continued. Reed is both honored and humbled to receive this award, stating, “I am very pleased to have been selected for this award. Having the respect and admiration of my colleagues validates for me what I have been trying to do over the years.” Reed and his wife Sandra live in Yakima. They have two grown children. The couple, enjoying their retirement, love traveling throughout the US and abroad. In addition, Reed continues to be active in the local arts scene. His fine art photography is shown in local galleries and he will participate in Yakima’s upcoming Art Fest event. 8
Sherrie & Daryl Parker Faculty Award
Dr. Kelley Denome
Yakima Valley College is pleased to honor Dr. Kelley Denome with the 2018 Sherrie & Daryl Parker Faculty Award. Denome is an instructor in the Workforce Education Division, teaching courses in Veterinary Technology. Growing up near Spokane, Kelley always dreamed of being a veterinarian. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in veterinary science in 1993 and with a doctor of veterinary medicine in 1996 from Washington State University. “I’ve always loved animals,” stated Denome. “Going into veterinary medicine I loved the combination of the animals and science. After spending years in the field I now realize that the people side is just as important,” she continued. Originally not considering a career in education, Denome worked as a mixed and small animal veterinarian before moving to Yakima with her husband. She was encouraged to consider teaching by technicians with whom she worked at clinics, who felt that her caring and helpful nature, as well as her broad knowledge, would make her an ideal teacher. With support of these co-workers she decided to give it a try. She began teaching at YVC in 1999. A dedicated instructor, Kelley spends countless hours with both students and animals, making sure that both are nurtured. “I love teaching,” Denome explained. “The interactions with students is my favorite aspect of teaching. Encouraging and pushing them to do better, seeing them doubt their abilities, before realizing that they can do it, it is a wonderful transformation to watch and be a part of.” Student Violeta Aguilar Pantaleon has benefitted greatly from Kelley’s helpful nature. She states, “She is a compassionate, respectful and wonderful instructor. I am a very sensitive person and I tend to show my feelings without wanting to. Recently I was having a difficult family issue and I was not paying attention during our lecture courses. Dr. Denome noticed something was wrong and asked me if I was doing okay. I really needed someone to talk to. I spent the rest of the evening in her office talking and crying about my family problem. She had many things to do that evening but she never once told me that I was wasting her time. I remember apologizing but she just told me she could work on her stuff later. She told me she enjoyed my company and was grateful she had the opportunity of getting to know me better. I admire her dedication to the program and how much she enjoys what she does at YVC.” Denome is also involved on campus in many areas. She has been a pathway lead for the healthcare pathway for the last three years. Throughout her time at YVC, she has also been involved in various committees including parking, curriculum, exceptional faculty awards, and chair of a faculty tenure review. She was a recipient of the Robert M. Leadon Excellence in Teaching Award in 2011. Kelley and her husband, Andy, live in East Valley with a charismatic barn cat and exuberant English setter. They actively serve with Christian Veterinary Mission and Sun Valley Church. She also works as a clinical veterinarian during the summer. The Sherrie & Daryl Parker Faculty Award provides recognition to a full-time faculty member who, through extraordinary interactions and personal influence, motivates students toward greater academic and personal achievement. The selection is made by committee from nominations submitted by students.
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Robert M. Leadon Excellence in Teaching Award
Mr. Rajkumar Raj
The Yakima Valley College Foundation is pleased to present the Robert M. Leadon Excellence in Teaching Award to Mr. Rajkumar Raj. An instructor in the Workforce Education Division, Raj teaches courses for the college’s engineering program and the operations management course for the bachelor of applied science in business management program. Raj was born in Madurai, India. As a child, he always dreamed of becoming a design engineer. Following high school he earned his bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from India’s National Institute of Technology. After earning this degree, he accepted an offer to work for a design company. In 1995 he moved to the United States to attend graduate school. He graduated in 1997 with a master’s in industrial engineering from State University of New York, Binghamton. He spent the next several years working for Flextronics in the San Francisco area first as a process engineer and later as an technical program manager. In 2005, Raj moved from California to Yakima with his family. When an opportunity arose to tutor YVC engineering students, Raj accepted the position. He enjoyed being able to help students earn higher grades and for the first time considered education as a career. “I saw that what I was doing was useful to these students and that it might be useful to others,” he stated. When a faculty position in the engineering department opened in 2007, he applied and was hired. He later earned a master’s degree in business from the University of Washington’s Foster School of Business. In addition to teaching, Raj also works as the office manager for his wife’s medical practice. “During his tenure at YVC, he has committed his time and dedication in providing students with the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities in various content areas of engineering,” stated Dean of Workforce Education Paulette Lopez. “Raj demonstrates a natural ability to connect with students and his peers. I have found Raj to be student-centered and engaged with all students in and outside of the classroom setting,” she continued. A dedicated instructor, Raj regularly seeks out connections that will be beneficial to students even after their time at YVC ends. “His contacts in the Yakima engineering community have enabled students in the AA programs to secure immediate employment upon completion of their degrees,” stated Physics and Engineering Instructor Dr. Stephen Rodrigue. “Engineering programs around the state regularly update Raj with their degree requirements, which allows Raj to provide excellent advising to transfer students. YVC engineering students, due to the excellent training they have received from Raj, have earned a very positive reputation upon their transfer to four-year institutions,” he continued. Raj is also a valuable resource for his peers. “Raj has spearheaded projects that have allowed students to compete at state-level engineering events and mentored students in our undergraduate research program as they worked on building aerial and marine drones,” stated Biology Instructor and S2TEMS Director Dr. Matthew Loeser. “My first collaboration with Raj began in the planning of the Science Olympiad tournament. Raj volunteered to organize five different engineering events, many that involved students racing homemade cars or launching improvised bottle rockets. Not only did Raj take on responsibility far in excess of any other faculty, but he handled it with fantastic planning and professionalism,” he continued. Raj and his wife, Jacintha, live in West Valley. They have three children, Freida, Joshua, and Nathan. The Robert M. Leadon Excellence In Teaching Award is an unrestricted monetary award. The selection is made by the YVC Foundation Board of Directors from nominations provided by students, faculty, staff, administrators, and alumni.
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Darlene Koch Classified Employee of the Year Award
Ms. Rebecca Cikauskas
The Yakima Valley College Foundation is proud to honor Ms. Rebecca Cikauskas with the Darlene Koch Classified Employee of the Year Award. Cikauskas is a Program Assistant for the Workforce Education Division’s Nursing program. Rebecca was born in Ephrata, Washington and lived in Ellensburg for a brief time before her family settled in Selah. She graduated from Selah High School in 1986 and enlisted in the United States Navy after graduation. In 1988, when she became pregnant with her first daughter, Cikauskas requested, and was granted, an honorable discharge. The next several years brought three more daughters and Rebecca decided to stay at home and care for her family. In 2002, she decided to return to school and began taking courses at Yakima Valley College. She earned an associate of applied science degree in general information technology and an associate of applied science degree in network administration. In 2004, she was hired to work in YVC’s Nursing program. Her various duties include class scheduling, technical support for the lab classes, equipment support, advising pre- and current nursing students, community outreach, club advising, and instructor support. She also serves as a liaison between instructors, students and community organizations that host YVC students for externships. “I love the environment at the college,” stated Cikauskas. “I felt like it was a place that I would be challenged at, and where I would be able to provide support to. I love how my position is always changing. It is never stagnant. There is always growth, whether it be within the program, the college or with students. The most rewarding aspect of working here is when you see the results for the students. When they’ve completed the program, and passed their boards, knowing that you’ve been there through it all with the students, to see their progress and finish is pretty special,” she continued. Cikauskas is also a valuable resource for her colleagues. “Earlier this year, I was offered a position of Program Assistant at Yakima Valley College,” stated Cody Thompson. “As with any new position came trials and tribulations of learning the ins and outs of that role. The wonderful thing about being a Program Assistant in Workforce Education is that the position comes with a team of outstanding employees that are equipped to handle any challenge, and always willing to aid me along the way. Rebecca Cikauskas, with her vast knowledge of scheduling (my most difficult challenge to date by far), has been there for me through the learning process and continues to support me as questions arise even today,” he continued. “Rebecca is the heart and soul of our program,” stated Nursing Program Coordinator Rhonda Taylor. “Her dedication and attention to detail has served faculty and students in more ways than can be listed. Her contributions to the success of the nursing program far outweigh her job description. She goes above and beyond for each student and faculty member,” she continued. “Rebecca helps students and faculty navigate YVC systems,” stated Nursing Instructor Wendy Baker. “Her problem solving ability is legend. She keeps all of the systems running that support student success, from on boarding requirements for clinical sites, collecting data for faculty to track student progress, to making sure students know how to plan a pinning ceremony. Rebecca is an integral member of our team,” she continued. Rebecca lives in Selah with her fiancé Greg Sugden. She has four grown daughters, and a stepson. She also has two grandsons.
The Darlene Koch Classified Employee of the Year Award is an unrestricted monetary award. It provides recognition to a classified employee who exemplifies dedication to the mission and goals of YVC. The selection is made by the YVC Foundation Board of Directors from nominations provided by students, faculty, staff, administrators, and alumni.
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Bachelor of Applied Science Degrees Jesus Alvarez*
Connelly DeHaven*
Lauren Marie Ledesma
Sonica Anserello*
Diana Dolquist
Patricia Ray Lee*
Aida K. Bazan
Gilbert Felix, Jr.
Tammera LeRoue*
Julie Michelle-Leilani Bates
Aaron Fowler*F
Britany Lie
James Benfiet
Larry Frazier*
Rebecca M. Maciel
Ryan Bonnin**
Rebecca Fuchs
Anna Marie Mahony*
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management, Yakima
Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene, Ellensburg
Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene, University Place
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management, Yakima
Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene, Yakima
Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene, Moxee
Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene, Puyallup
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management, Yakima
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management, Yakima
Bachelor of Applied Science in IT Networking – System Administration, Yakima
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Pamela L. Gabbard*F
Sara J. Borneman
Bachelor of Applied Science in IT Networking – System Administration, Selah
Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene, Anacortes
Karina Garcia
Brianna Kristine Byrne
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management, Tieton
Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene, Yakima
Carly Dee Goltiani
Andrea Cardenas*
Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene, Olympia
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management, Toppenish
Taylor Herrick
Matthew Carpenter*
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management, Yakima
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management, Grandview
Kiley Hillman*
Kristian Ariel Carrasco
Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene, Yakima
Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene, Mabton
Kelsey Dawn Holmes
Jesse Cerrillo III
Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene, Selah
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management, Mabton
Stephanie Hutson-Wade*F
Laura Chavez
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management, Yakima
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management, Yakima
Greg Collins**F
Brian Ireton
Bachelor of Applied Science in IT Networking – System Administration, Yakima
Paige Curtsinger
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management, Selah
Donald Darnell
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management, Yakima
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management, Moxee
Emily Anne James
Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene, Bellingham
Gloria Knoeb
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management, Yakima
Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene, Prosser Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene, Yakima Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management, Yakima Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene, Bonney Lake Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene, Yakima Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene, Yakima
Karissa Martinez Cuevas*
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management; Associate in Arts, Yakima
Katrina Lynn Myrland
Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene, Kennewick
Denise A. Nelson*
Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene, Selah
Kayla Marie Nelson
Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene, Moxee
Tonia Patnode
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management, Yakima
Marlena Ramirez
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management, Yakima
Jessenia Evelia Rodriguez
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management, Yakima
Katherine Rodriguez
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management, Toppenish
Samantha Rodriguez*
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management, Yakima
Daisy Rojas
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management, Union Gap
*Honors (GPA 3.4 to 3.84) **High Honors (GPA 3.85 to 4.00) 12
Φ Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Bachelor of Applied Science Degrees Robyn M. Rossmeisl*
Mikal Wilkerson
Elpidia B. Saavedra
Julie Wilson*
Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene, Yakima
Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene, Olympia
Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene, Toppenish
Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene, Union Gap
Andrew A. Salvagno*
Bachelor of Applied Science in IT NetworkingSystem Administration, Selah
Artemio Sanchez**
Bachelor of Applied Science in IT NetworkingSystem Administration, Toppenish
Hector Sanchez
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management, Yakima
Jannet Sanchez
Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene, Quincy
Victoria Sanchez
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management, Yakima
Stanley Sellers**
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management, Yakima
Elizabeth Stavros*F
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management, Yakima
Steven Stine**
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management, Yakima
Adam Javier Suarez
Bachelor of Applied Science in IT NetworkingSystem Administration, Yakima
Sydney Thompson
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management, Yakima
Bradley Tice
Bachelor of Applied Science in IT NetworkingSystem Administration, Selah
Debbie Vasquez
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management, Grandview
Denise Vera
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management, Yakima
Kristina Weaver
Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management, Yakima
*Honors (GPA 3.4 to 3.84) **High Honors (GPA 3.85 to 4.00) ÎŚ Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
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Associate Degrees Daisy Abonza*
Tyler Douglas Allen
Ana Aburto
Ashley Altomare
Samantha Achziger
Azayla Atares M. Alvarado
Daniel Tristen Acob
Lisa M. Alvarado
Cristina Acosta
Mariana Alvarez
Alyssa Moriah Aguilera
Maria Guadalupe Alvarez Garibay
Jennifer Aguilar
Ericlee R. Amaro
Daniel Aguilar
Alondra Ambris
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Business, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Selah
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Moxee
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Toppenish
Associate in Arts, Toppenish
Associate in Arts, Toppenish
Associate in Arts, Toppenish
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Associate in Arts, Zillah
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Associate of Applied Science for Para Educator, Yakima
Desiree Rae Aguilar
Associate in Business, White Swan
Violet Aguilar-PantaleĂłn
Lidia Lizbeth Anaya Rodriguez
Alissa Akland*
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Chad Robert Anderson*F
Maria Gisel Armenta
Associate in Arts, Mabton
Vanesa M. Arostegui*F Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Business, Grandview
Mohsen Asadalla* Ramon Ascencio
Associate in Arts, Toppenish
Jennifer Lynn Ault
Associate in Business, Yakima
Vanessa Aviles
Guadalupe Ayala
Brandon Andrews
Jessica Alcaide Espinoza*
Associate of Applied Science for Para Educator; Certificate in State Initial Early Childhood Education, Yakima
Diana Andino
Associate in Arts, Wapato
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Adriana Arias*
Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting, Mabton
Yesica Andrade*
Fernando Alaniz*
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Business, Selah
Associate of Applied Science in Bilingual Administrative Office Assistant, Moxee
Associate of Applied Science in Surgical Technology, Prosser
Adilene Isabella Arias
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Ellensburg
Associate in Science, Track 1, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Pasco
Lizette Ambriz**
Edgar G. Amezcua-Rios
Jeremy Aguirre**
Araceli Arevalo Lucas
Omar G. Arroyo*
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Grandview Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Medical Office Assistant; Certificate in Business Technology Medical Receptionist, Prosser Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Marissa Aguilar
Monica Arellano Gutierrez
Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting, Sunnyside
Ricardo Ayala Valencia**
Associate of Applied Science in IT Network Administrator, Toppenish
Associate in Business, Sunnyside
Associate of Applied Science in IT Network Administrator, Yakima
Marisela Baca
Alejandra Alcala*
Mecedes Andrews
Nicholas Adam Bachmeier
Associate of Applied Science in Business Management, Business Management with Entrepreneurship Specialty, and in Business Management with Marketing Specialty; Certificate in Business Marketing, Yakima
Guadalupe Alcala*
Associate in Arts, Union Gap
Yulisa Araceli Apodaca Associate in Arts, Yakima
Emily May Aragon
Associate in Business, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting, Yakima
Lauren Alderman*
Joaquin Manuel Arambul
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Prosser
Ellie Alexander
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Newcastle Associate in Arts, Wapato
Nelvy Badillo Arellano Associate in Arts, Mattawa
Hugo Baeza Arenas
Associate of Applied Science in Civil Engineering Technology, Yakima
Valeria Baeza Gonzalez
Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice; Certificate in Communications/Call Taker, Yakima
*Honors (GPA 3.4 to 3.84) **High Honors (GPA 3.85 to 4.00) 14
ÎŚ Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Associate Degrees Jessica Jazmine Benavides
Dora Bravo
Alondra Elizabeth Bender Rubio
Krystal Marie Bravo
Ashlee Berg*
Sandra Bravo
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Yakima
Andrea B. Barcenas*
Gerardo Berumen
Maranda Bredwell
Emily Bardwell
Maricela Bess-Madrigal
Sara Brewer**
Nicole Barnes
Amanda Nikole Bestebreur
Skylar Brewer
Gavin Allan Bakker
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Yakima
Shane M. Balcom
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Lorena Barajas
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Grandview
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Brenda L. Barragan
McKenzie Biddick**
Associate in Business, Grandview Associate in Arts, Grandview Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Granger Associate in Arts, Yakima Associate in Arts, Yakima Associate in Business, Selah
Kain Bridges
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Accounting, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in ECE-Children’s Studies, Yakima
Brenna Black
Modesta Melvin Thomas Britten
Mercedes A. Barrans
Chelsea C. Blodgett*
Savannah Nicole Brommer*
Associate in Arts, Toppenish
Tomi L. Barragan*
Associate in Arts, Wapato
Associate of Science in Veterinary Technology, Yakima
Joseph Blodgett
Warren Martin Barreiro
Associate in Arts, Wapato
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Elizabeth L. Bohon
Domingo Barrera
Associate in Arts, Wapato
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Prosser
Jennifer Bon
Jasmine N. Barrera
Associate of Applied Science in Chemical Dependency Studies, Othello
Katherine Barrera*
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Sarah M. Boyle*
Associate of Applied Science in Chemical Dependency Studies, Yakima
Laura Beehler
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Kalyssa M. Belzer
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Selah
Jaylynn Bossert
Sophia Barttels
Associate in Computer Science, Yakima
Carissa A. Bond*
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Selah
Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting, Ellensburg
Stephanie Brianna Beagle
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Ellensburg
Brittney Lorene Borchardt
Darlene L. Bartlett
Olga Bautista Gutierrez
Associate in Arts, Fort Jones, CA
Associate in Arts, Wapato
Jeremy C. Brachtenbach**
Associate of Applied Science-Transfer in Business Administration, Naches
Alyssa Marie Brandt Associate in Arts, Yakima
Micca J. Brandt
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Sacramento, CA
Associate of Applied Science Veterinary Technology, Spokane
Alec Brown**
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Jered Joseph Brown*
Associate of Applied Science in Business Management, Tieton
Mikaela Breanne Brown Associate in Arts, Yakima
Silas John Brugman
Associate of Applied Science in Instrumentation and Industrial Automation Technology, Silverlake
Kolbie Marie Brunson* Associate in Arts, Prosser
Tina M. Bueno
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Barbara J. Bunker
Associate of Applied Science in Chemical Dependency Studies, Ellensburg
Erik Michael Burton Associate in Arts, Moxee
Mechelle A. Busey
Associate in Arts, Selah
Autumn S. Cadengo
Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting, Grandview
*Honors (GPA 3.4 to 3.84) **High Honors (GPA 3.85 to 4.00) ÎŚ Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
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Associate Degrees Eric Camacho
Erik Alejandro Castillo*
Associate in Arts, Granger
Associate in Arts; Associate in Science, Track 2, Grandview
Jenna Campbell
Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology, Yakima
Miriam Castro
Sasha Campbell
Rommel E. Castro**
Associate in Business, Yakima
Associate in Business, Yakima Associate of Applied Science in Civil Engineering Technology, Wapato
John Campos
Stephanie Castro Figueroa
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Wapato
Maria D. Campos
Maria D. Cervantes
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Gina Cardenas
Sarah Champoux
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Susana Cardenas
Pedro N. Chavarria
Associate in Business, Zillah
Christina Elizabeth Carefoot
Associate of Applied Science in Business Technology Administrative Assistant, and in Business Technology Legal Office Assistant, Yakima
Shania Dale Carlisle*
Associate in Science, Track 1, Preston ID
Jesse J. Chavez
Associate in Arts, Wapato
Denise Carreon
Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting, Mabton
Johnny Chavez
Oscar Emmanuel Carrillo*
Laura Maricela Chavez Cervantes**
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Science, Track 2, Grandview
Linda Noemi Carrillo-Espinosa Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Annette M. Casey
Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice; Certificate in Crime Scene Investigation and in Correctional, Grandview
Associate of Applied Science in Agribusiness, Certificate in Tree Fruit Production, Prosser
Alberto Castañeda Robledo
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Yakima
Iridiana Clemente Garibay Associate in Arts, Yakima
Mikayla Combs
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Genie A. Connel
Associate in General Studies, Yakima
Juan C. Contreras*
Associate in Arts, Tieton
Riley Benjamin Corbin Associate in Arts, Yakima
Juan Manuel Cordova*
Associate of Applied Science in Medical Billing and Coding, Moxee
Jacqueline Lené Cornwell Associate in Arts, Outlook
Jasmin Corona
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Diane C. Coronado
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Minji Choi
Jazmine Nicole Correa
Jocelyn Cholico
Kassandra M. Correa
Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting, Yakima
Associate in Arts; Associate in Science, Track 2, Yakima
Ethan Ken Christensen
Saúl Castañeda Robledo
David J. Church*F
Associate of Applied Science in Aerospace Machining Technology; Certificate in CNC Operator, Yakima
Marshall W. Clement
Brittney B. Corral
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Kevin Richard Cassidy
Associate in Arts, Ellensburg
Drew Stanley Childers Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Medical Billing and Coding, Yakima
Kaitlyn Clark
Jesse W. Conner*
Associate of Applied Science in Business Technology Bilingual Administrative Office Assistant, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Associate in Science, Track 2, Yakima
Alisia Chavez
Erick J. Chavez*
Josh Carrasco
Jacob Patrick Clark
Associate of Applied Science in Business Management and in Accounting; Certificate in Business Accounting, Accounting Clerk and in Business Management, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting, Toppenish
Associate in Arts, Yorktown, VA
Associate of Applied Science in Business Technology Bilingual Administrative Office Assistant, Yakima
Dalia Chavez
Janette L. Carmona
Aundrea Selene Clark
Associate in Arts, Yakima Associate in Arts, Moxee
Associate in Arts, Yakima Associate in Arts, Sunnyside Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Julissa A. Correa
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Kaylin Cortez**
Associate in Arts, Grandview
*Honors (GPA 3.4 to 3.84) **High Honors (GPA 3.85 to 4.00) 16
Φ Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Associate Degrees John W. Costello
Associate of Applied Science in IT Network Administrator, Wapato
Kathy Cousins*F
Associate in Science, Track 1, Selah
Daniela Covarrubias*
Emma Katherine DeBlasio Associate in Arts, Yakima
Marlin Davidson
Associate in Arts, Cle Elum
Krystal Jean Decaney
Madison R. Door
Associate of Applied Science in Agribusiness, Selah
Molly C. Dowdy
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Selah
Associate of Applied Science in Automotive Service Technology, Sedro Woolley
Brianne Drake
Jared K. Covington
Vanessa Yesenia De La Cruz
Kelsey Rose Drewniany
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Andrea L. Cox**
Associate in Arts, Selah
Magdalynn M. Cox* Associate in Arts, Selah
Nathaniel J. Crites
Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice; Certificate in Correctional and Crime Scene Investigation, Sunnyside
Maria M. Delgado
Associate in Arts, Moxee
Juliet Marie Dennis
Associate in Arts, Grandview Associate in Arts, Yakima
Colin DuBuc
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Justin D. Dunfee
Associate in Arts, Selah
Associate in Arts, Selah
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Prosser
Edwin E. Durán
Caleb Cruz
Cole James Derrey
Raymie Dyches
Associate in Business, Yakima
Evelyn Cruz
Associate in Arts, Toppenish
Joshua Cruz
Associate in Arts, Toppenish
Otto R. Cruz
Associate in Arts, Tieton
Sulema Cruz-Sanchez*
Associate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education-Children’s Studies; Certificate in State Early Childhood Education, Yakima
Leslye Noemi Cuevas
Associate in Business, Wapato
Associate in Arts, Zillah
Associate of Applied Science in Business Technology Administrative Assistant; Certificate in Business Technology General Office Assistant and in Accounting Clerk, Union Gap
Madison Joy Detloff
Alisha M. Eaton
Alexis DeVore**
Lara Ruth Eastman
Associate of Applied Science in Agribusiness; Certificate in Tree Fruit Production, Zillah
Jaymin Michael DeRuyter Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Kennewick Associate in Arts, Naches
Andrea Diaz
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Jesus A. Diaz
Associate of Applied Science in Surgical Technology, Yakima Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Yakima
Allyson Eglin**F
Associate in Business, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Granger
Associate of Applied Science in IT Network Administrator, Toppenish
Samantha Ehlis
Caila Dahl
Keila Y. Diaz**
Lainie E. Elder
Valerie Marie Diaz
Kaitlin Elmo
Madison Diener
Kari L. Erwin*
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Taylor N. Daniel
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Tyler-Ann Mai Darling Associate in Arts, Selah
Allison M. Davis**
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Carly Davis
Associate in Arts, Selah
Millea DeAngelo
Associate in Arts, Prosser
Dylan DeBlasio*
Associate in Arts, Granger Associate in Arts, Mabton Associate in Arts, Grandview
Hailey Airren Jenay Distler Associate in Arts, Toppenish
Inez Zuleima Dominguez Associate in Arts, Grandview
Antonio Dominovic*
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Sciences, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Selah Associate in Arts, Yakima Associate in Arts, Yakima Associate of Applied Science in Surgical Technology
Sergio Escalera-Lopez
Associate of Applied Science in Automotive Service Technology, Yakima
Maria Espinoza
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Grandview
Yasmine Espinoza*
Associate in Arts, Yakima
*Honors (GPA 3.4 to 3.84) **High Honors (GPA 3.85 to 4.00) Φ Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
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Associate Degrees Narsedalia Estevez Manzano
Taylor Foley
Alexandra Garcia**
Deborah Jean Etheridge*
Mason Foutz*F
Amaury Garcia-Cumming
Miguel Angel Farias
Kimberly A. Fowler
Anakaren Garcia
Tirzah Fassett**
Rachel Louise Frahm
Danielle D. GarciaF
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Elk
Associate in Arts, Zillah
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Selah
Associate of Applied Science in Instrumentation & Industrial Automation Technology, Scappoose, OR
Allison Annika Fay*F Associate in Arts, Yakima
Faith A. Francis
Katina Nicole Ferguson
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Pendleton, OR
Brenda Yunuen Frias Perez
Edgar Fernandez
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Bryona Jo Hazel Frick
Leslie Alexa Fernandez* Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology, Three Forks, MT
Norma J. Fernandez*
Kira Frieske*
Associate of Applied Science in Business Technology Administrative Assistant and in Legal Office Assistant; Certificates in Business Technology General Office Assistant, and in Business Technology Medical Receptionist, Yakima
Shaye Fetzer
Associate in Arts, Yakima Associate in Arts, Naches
Associate in Business, Granger Associate in Arts, Yakima Associate in Arts, Yakima
Timothy J. Fletcher
Associate in Science, Track 2, Yakima
Brayley Fleetwood*
Associate in Science, Track 1, Yakima
Bianca Flores
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Rosa I. Flores*
Associate in Arts; Associate of Applied Science in Medical Billing and Coding, Yakima
Lizbeth Flores Carlos*
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Yakima
Evan Garcia
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Grandview
Magda Jocelyn Garcia* Associate in Arts, Yakima
Maria M. Garcia
Associate of Applied Science in Accounting, Moxee
Yesenia Garcia*
Morgan R. Gardner*
Steven Fullerton*
Diego Garza
Bruce Gaitor Jr.
Ezequiel Garza Jr.
Cecilia Alejandra Galindo
Evan Matias Garza*
Eric Galland
Joshua Ray Gasseling
Esteban Guadalupe Gallardo Moran
Emily M. Geer**F
Associate in Arts, Yakima Associate in Arts, Union Gap
Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice; Certificate in Crime Scene Investigation and in Police Clerk/Support Specialist, Moxee
Makena Raney Fischer
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Travis Frymier
Associate in Arts, Selah
Lori E. Fischer*F
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Sciences, Grandview
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Chrystin Rhiannon Firestone*
Associate in Arts, Ellensburg
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, N. Las Vegas, NV
Henry Wesley Feusner
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside Associate in Arts, Mabton Associate in Arts, Selah Associate in Arts, Selah
Associate in Arts, Yakima Associate in Arts, Yakima
Tiffaney Caitlin Gilliland Associate in Arts, Yakima
Mayra Galvan*
Bryn Alexandra Glassgow
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Jessica Nicole Desirae Galaviz
Emily R. Glover*
Associate in Arts, Gandview
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Celeste Galvan
Diana Godinez*
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Chayenne Lee Ganuelas
David Eliseo Godinez-Cruz
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Wapato
Associate in Science, Track 1, Toppenish
Albino Garcia
Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology, Aberdeen
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Alexis Breann Golphenee
*Honors (GPA 3.4 to 3.84) **High Honors (GPA 3.85 to 4.00) 18
ÎŚ Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Associate Degrees Meaalofa Pauni Gomez*
Soledad Gonzalez*
Blaine F. Gutheridge
Yessica M. Gonzalez*F
Alissa W. Gutierrez*
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Wapato
Anadelia Gonzales
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Prosser
Carmen Maria Gonzales*
Associate in Business, Toppenish
Esmeralda G. Gonzalez-Armenta
Jesus Gonzales
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Janet Alexis Gonzalez Sanchez
Nicole Gonzales
Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology General; Certificate in IT Office Suite and in IT General, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Adriana Gonzalez*
December J. Gordon
Associate in Business, Selah
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Amy Marie Gonzalez
Ana L. Graciano
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Daisy Gonzalez
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Daisy Gonzalez
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Ivan A. Gonzalez
Associate of Applied Science in Agribusiness, Wapato
Jocelyn D. Gonzalez
Associate in Arts, Union Gap
Kenny Gutierrez*
Associate in Arts, Yakima Associate in Arts, Mabton Associate of Applied Science in Administrative Assistant, Yakima
Sarah C. Foglesong-Granger
Jasmine Guzman
Associate in Arts, Moxee
Associate of Applied Science in Chemical Dependency Studies, Naches
Associate in Arts, Toppenish
Lauren Elizabeth Grant
Associate of Applied Science in Business Technology Administrative Assistant, Yakima
Brenda Guzman-Marin Jordan Kae Haberman
Associate in Arts, Selah
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Ellensburg
Aspen Greenwalt
Lenard Halderman
Associate in Arts, Naches
Logan Gress
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Warren H. Griffin
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Agribusiness, Yakima
Rosa Gonzalez*
Nickol Grimm*
Associate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education with a Preschool Special Education Option; Certificate in State Initial Early Childhood Education, State Early Childhood Education, ECE Preschool Special Education Instructional, State Short ECE Specialization-Administration, State Short ECE Specialization-General, and in State Short ECE Specialization-Infant & Toddler Care, Sunnyside
Erika Gutierrez
Carrie Gutierrez-Simpson
Rebecca Anne Grealy*
Rebeca Gonzalez
Associate of Applied Science in IT Network Administrator, Wapato
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Selah
Jose A. Gonzalez
Associate in Arts, Wapato
Edgar Gutierrez
Stephanie Gutierrez
Associate in Arts, Wapato
Rafael Gonzalez
Associate in Arts, Buena
Case Graf*
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice; Certificates in Communications/Call taker, Correctional, Crime Scene Investigation and in Police Clerk/Support Specialist, Grandview
Blandy Gutierrez
Selene Gutierrez
Whitney Graf
Estephany J. Gonzalez**
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Business Management, Sunnyside Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting, Yakima
Associate in Arts; Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Valeria Isabel Gudino-Rodriguez
Associate of Applied Science in Civil Engineering Technology, Yakima
Jessica P. Hamer
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Kittitas
Erin E. Hancock*
Associate of Applied Science in Medical Billing and Coding, Yakima
Joelle Lyn Hand
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology, Yakima
Britnee Marie Guerrero
Havilah Rosamond Hansen*
Associate in Arts, Mabton
Erikah Maria de Jesus GuillĂŠn Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology, Chattaroy
Leif J. Harfst*
Associate in Science, Track 2, Yakima
*Honors (GPA 3.4 to 3.84) **High Honors (GPA 3.85 to 4.00) ÎŚ Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
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Associate Degrees Colton R. Harris
Kameron Shane Hoff-Williams Associate in Arts, Yakima
Victoria Isabella Ibarra
Associate in Arts, Murray, UT
Grace Louise Harris*
Erin Sue Holloway
Associate of Applied Science-Transfer in Early Childhood Education, Moxee
Jamie Isaacson*
Associate in Arts; Associate in Science, Track 1, Selah
Emily Harrison
Luke T. Homes
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Charlotte Hartwig
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Olivia Holmes
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Chris Hoptowit
Ashley Hatfield
Associate in Arts, Wapato
Associate in Arts, Ellensburg
Chris Hotowit
Jonathon W. Heese*
Associate in Arts, Wapato
Associate in Arts, Tieton
Alyssa Hovenkotter**F
Samantha G. Hein
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Selah
Everette A. Howe Sr.
Abraham Hernandez
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Associate of Applied Science in Civil Engineering Technology, Wapato
Alexandra Hernandez
Amanda Sue Hoy
Associate in Arts, Mabton
Associate in General Studies, Selah
Fernando R. Hernandez
Miranda Hudgens*
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Mabton
LeiLani E. Hernandez
James Samuel Huffman*
Associate of Applied Science in Business Technology Administrative Assistant, Wapato
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Natalie Quinn Hernandez*
Associate in Business, Selah
Associate in Science, Track 1, Yakima
Nike Hulskamp
Raymond M. Hernandez
Associate of Applied Science in Chemical Dependency Studies, Yakima
Elias A. Herrera
Associate of Applied Science in Business Technology Administrative Assistant, Yakima
Rogelio Herrera Jr.*
Associate in Arts, Toppenish
Viviana Herrera Salas Associate in Arts, Yakima
Trystan D. Herzog
Associate in Arts, Moxee
Heather A. Hinze**F Associate in Arts, Yakima
Stephen Paul Hoff
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Yakima
Leanna A. Huitron
Associate in Arts, Moxee
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Kevin Ishimwe*
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Emalie Roz Islas-Wallin Associate in Arts, Naches
Diana Judith Jacinto
Associate in Arts, Mabton
Sarah Jean Jackson
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Esmeralda Jacobo
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Jose Jaime*
Associate in Science, Track 2, Grandview
Hongyoon “James” JangF Associate in Arts, Hoodsport
Anju Jason
Associate in Business, Yakima
Elijah R. Jasso III
Associate in Arts, Benton City
Tia D. Jensen**
Associate in Arts, Selah
Alondra Jimenez*
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Benton City
Yomara Jimenez*
Tyler Thales Hunsaker
Yovana Jimenez**
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Associate in Arts, Zillah
Damon Jaeger Hurst
Lucas G. Jochen
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Michelle R. Hurst*
Moriah Jochen*
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Dane Randall Hyatt
Cora Marie Johnson
Associate in Arts, Naches
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Kashara Hyder
Nicholas Johnson*
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Science, Track 1, Ellensburg
Syrina Maria San Juana Ibarra*
Craig R. Johnston*
Associate in Arts, Granger
Guadalupe Ibarra Zuniga
Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology, Bridgeport
Associate in Arts, Zillah
Associate of Applied Science in Civil Engineering Technology; Certificate in Engineering Technology and in CAD, Yakima
Aimee Marie Joiner* Associate in Arts, Yakima
*Honors (GPA 3.4 to 3.84) **High Honors (GPA 3.85 to 4.00) 20
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Associate Degrees Erica Jones
Agnes Komorowski
Cotton Long
Savanna Kresse**
Daisy Lopez
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Yakima
McKenna Jean Kupp
Jalisa A. Lopez*
Sydney M. Jordan
Jordan LaMay**F
Kayla Lopez*
Jesus Antonio Juarez
Chelsea Marie Lamm
Lisania Lopez
Maguen Landa-Samano Diaz
Mitzi Lopez
Associate in General Studies, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Ellensburg
Cora Grace Jongeward Associate in Arts, Moxee
Associate in Arts, Pasco
Kaylee Jordan
Associate in Arts, Selah
Associate in Arts, Selah
Associate in Arts, Naches
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology, Ellensburg
Itzel Y. Justo Garcia*
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Benjamin G. Kamau
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Sciences, Yakima
Harleen Kaur*
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Chemical Dependency, Toppenish
Maria del Carmen Lang
Associate in Arts, Zillah
Associate in Arts, Tieton
Associate in Arts, Ellensburg
Laura J. Lawrence
Estasia Marie Kerrigan*F Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting, Yakima
Kellie Ketchum
Anthony Ledesma*
Associate in Arts, Cowiche
Brenna Keys*F
Associate in Arts, Selah
Associate of Applied Science in IT Network Administrator and in Information Technology General, Tieton
Angelica Kiser
Madeline Aleece Klein** Misty Knox
Associate of Applied Science in Business Management, Grandview
Erica Michelle Libenow**F Associate in Arts, Ellensburg
Tyler Lindsay
Associate in Arts, Selah Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in TV/Video Production, Yakima
Vanessa Leandra Lopez Associate in Arts, Toppenish
Joshua L. Lowe**F
Associate in Applied Science in Criminal Justice; Certificates in Communications/Call taker, Correctional, Crime Scene Investigation and in Police Clerk/Support Specialist, Cowiche
Kara Ann Lowe Patricia Lowrie
Monika R. Linstad
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Business, Yakima
Daisy Leon*
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Manson
Blake A. Kitt**
Tony O. Lopez*F
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Yakima
Marbella Leyva Morales
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Grandview Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Amanda L. Kilseimer*
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Prosser
Rosana E. Lopez
Lissette Larios
Pasha R. Kerch
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Alexandria Langlow
Associate in Business, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Sciences, Moxee
Cameron Larimer
Hunter Kellogg
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Bremerton
Joshua Joseph Kehoe*
Associate in Arts; Associate in Business, Cowiche
Allan Locia
Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice; Certificates in Communications/Call taker, Crime Scene Investigation and in Police Clerk/Support Specialist, Selah
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Erica Lua-Alonzo*
Associate of Applied Science in Business Technology Bilingual Administrative Office Assistant, Yakima
Itzel Lujan
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Brandon M. Lugo*
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Sciences, Yakima
Reina M. Luna
Associate in Arts, Wapato
Xitlali Luna Herrera* Associate in Arts, Granger
*Honors (GPA 3.4 to 3.84) **High Honors (GPA 3.85 to 4.00) ÎŚ Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
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Associate Degrees Elvira Lustre*
Associate of Applied Science in Business Technology Legal Office Assistant, Toppenish
Araceli Macias
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Crystal N. Martinez
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Associate in Arts, Selah
Crystal Stephanie Martinez
Erica Macias
Associate in Business, Sunnyside
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Yakima
Christopher M. Ramirez Associate in Arts, Yakima
Sandra Maciel*
Domingo Martinez
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Agribusiness, Grandview
Sara Kassandra Maciel Associate in Arts, Yakima
Garret Martinez
Alexander MacKinnon*
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Gerardo Andres Martinez
Alma Rosa Madrigal
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Maria R. Martinez
Nandy Madrigal
Associate in Business, Toppenish
Associate in Arts, Wapato
Raymond S. Martinez
Vanessa Karina Madrigal*F
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
David Eliud Maldonado
Ashley Martinez
Ruben Martinez*
Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice; Certificate in Communications/ Call Taker, Correctional, Crime Scene Investigation, and in Police Clerk/Support Specialist, Yakima
Rick McLoud
Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology General, Selah
Krista S. McManus*
Associate in Arts, Richland
Alisha L. McNeil **F Associate in Arts, Moxee
April Lorene McNeil*F Associate in Arts, Moxee
Natalie Kay McVey**
Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology, Oak Harbor
Jasmine Medrano
Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice; Certificate in Communication/Call Taker, Crime Scene Investigation, and Police Clerk/Support Specialist, Yakima
Cindy V. Mejia
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Nicolas A. Mejia
Associate of Arts, Mabton
Associate of Applied Science in TV/Video Production, Yakima
Kailyn Mendez
JosĂŠ Martinez Barcenas
Yoselin Mendez-Rodriguez*
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima Associate in Arts, Mabton
Ruth Marina Maldonado
Jaqueline Guadalupe Martinez Guerrero*
Kelsy Anne Maloney*
Samuel K. Masters
Kevin L. Mannin
Taylor Mathews
Emanuel Manzo-Casio*
Jennifer Matthews
Adrian I. Maravilla
Jessica Rose Marie McAlpine* Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Toppenish
Brenda Marin-Perez
Brittany Lace McCardle**F
Guadalupe Mendoza
Tomas Eduardo Mariscal
Maxwell McGuire
Hidalia E. Mendoza**F
Isabel K. Martian
Jessie William McIntosh
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Cle Elum Associate in Science, Track 1, Yakima Associate in Arts, Sunnyside Associate in Arts, Granger Associate in Arts, Cowiche Associate in Arts, Granger Associate in Arts, Yakima
Annelisa A. Martinez
Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting, Zillah
Associate in Arts, Prosser Associate in Arts, Yakima Associate in Arts, Selah Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Business, Outlook Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in IT General Support Specialist, Moxee
Rachelle McPherson
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Ellensburg
Alejandra Mendoza
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Brixaida Mendoza*
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Elizabeth Alejandra Mendoza Associate in Arts, Yakima
Ernesto Mendoza
Associate in Business, Yakima
Esmeralda Mendoza*
Associate in Arts, Union Gap Associate of Applied Science in ECE with a Preschool Special Education Option, Granger
Jazmin Mendoza
Associate of Applied Science in Surgical Technology, Yakima
Julianne Mendoza** Associate in Arts, Yakima
*Honors (GPA 3.4 to 3.84) **High Honors (GPA 3.85 to 4.00) 22
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Associate Degrees Saida Mendoza
Lionel Moran Padilla
Elizabeth Mendoza-Guillen
Amy L. Morfin*
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Business, Toppenish
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting, Selah
Cipriano Meraz
Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology General Degree, Sunnyside
Juan Carlos Morfin Rocha*
Angelica Mercado
Chancellor Morgan
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Diane Nelson
Associate of Applied Science in ECE with a Preschool Special Education Option, Yakima
Tyler J. Nelson
Associate of Applied Science in Medical Billing and Coding, Zillah
Sophia Solvay Newgard Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in IT Network Administrator, Ellensburg
Casey O’Brien*
Associate of Applied Science in Civil Engineering Technology; Certificate in Engineering Technology, Sunnyside
Breanna May Morton
Alejandra Vanessa Ochoa*
Lesly Mercado Sanchez
Associate in Arts, Wapato
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Juan M. Mercado Jr.
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Matthew James Mulvaney
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Jessica Munguia*
Melanie L. Merrill*
Associate in Arts, Toppenish
Associate in Arts; Certificate in Dental Assisting, Selah
Magali Mungia Peña*
Shane Merrill*
Associate of Applied Science in Automotive Service Technology, Yakima
Samantha Grace Mesman
Associate of Applied Science for Para Educator, Sunnyside
Angela Elvira Muñoz*
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Mount Vernon
Amanda Murphy**
Grace Meza*
Aziz Abedalazez Musabeh
Associate in Science, Track 1, Yakima Associate of Applied Science in Business Management, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Megan Michael
Associate of Applied Science in Administrative Assistant, Yakima
Guadalupe Myers
Ana Yanci Michel*
Abrag N. Nassar**
Associate in Arts, Prosser
Associate in Arts, Yakima Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice; Certificate in Correctional and in Crime Scene Investigation, Yakima
Hilda M. Ochoa**
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Sarai Ochoa
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Sciences, Tieton
Arlene Olea
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Megan Oliva
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Yerenia E. Oliveros
Associate in Arts, Mattawa
Lynn Olson
Associate in General Studies, Naches
Ilse Melanie Ornelas**
Associate of Applied Science in Accounting and in Business Management, Grandview
Associate of Applied Science in Chemical Dependency Studies, Outlook
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Irene Milanez
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Sciences, Toppenish
Edgardo Navarro
Enrique Ortiz Jr.
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Allison Monroe*
Associate in Arts, Tieton
Nancy Monter Cruz
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Mary Carmen Montes Associate in Arts, Yakima
Amanda Moore
Associate of Applied Science for Para Educator, Easton
Oscar Miguel Morales Associate in Arts, Yakima
Joselin Alejandra Navarrete Associate in Arts, Yakima
Tony M. Nedeff
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Adrian Carlos Negrete Associate in Arts, Yakima
Jose Negrete
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Raymond Negrete*
Associate of Applied Science-Transfer Business Administration, Yakima
Brian Orozco Perez*
Associate in Arts, Mabton
Rosa I. Ortiz
Associate in General Studies, Toppenish
Amariah Osborn
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Connor E. Osborne
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Yadira Rodriguez Oseguera* Associate in Arts, Union Gap
Daisy Nelson
Associate in Arts, Yakima
*Honors (GPA 3.4 to 3.84) **High Honors (GPA 3.85 to 4.00) Φ Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
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Associate Degrees Tiffany Lea Owens
Associate of Applied Science in ECE with a Preschool Special Education Option, Grandview
Starrla Kay Pearson*
Jordon Elizabeth Pope
Lukas Paul Pechtel**
Victoria Prather*
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice; Certificate in Criminal Justice Program Correctional and in Crime Scene Investigation, Yakima
Alixsa Ozuna-Sanchez* Associate in Arts, Yakima
Fay Packard*
Associate in Arts, Yakima Associate in Arts, Yakima
Kassandra Prieto*
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Piper C. Peltier
Isaac Rey Pulido
Associate in Business, Selah
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Business Technology Bilingual Legal Office Assistant, Granger
Ubaldo Peña*
Debrianna Quenzer*
Associate in Business, Sunnyside
Associate in Science, Track 1, Yakima
Felicity Padilla
Yeraldin Peralta Enriquez*
Arlae Ramirez**
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Selah
Anette Ochoa Padilla
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Yoselin Peralta Enriquez*
Jessica Padilla
Associate of Applied Science in Chemical Dependency Studies, Yakima
Liliana Padilla Herrera Associate in Arts, Tieton
Juan Pallares
Associate in Arts, Mabton
Jocelyn Palomares
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Herlinda Paredes
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Anthony J. Perez Erick Perez
Jasmine J. Ramirez
Associate in Arts, Mattawa
Associate in General Studies, Wapato
Robert McKay Permann
Jennifer Ramirez
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in General Studies
Brittany Peterson
Lucero Ramirez
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Naches
Scott Petersen*F
Tanner Parker
Associate of Applied Science in Civil Engineering Technology, Associate of Applied Science in Construction Design Technology, Zillah
Associate in Arts, Spokane
Alejandro Pasaye Hernandez* Associate in Arts, Grandview
Brittany Peterson
Delaney Patrick
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Cong Albert Pham
Larissa-Mariah Ann Pauza Associate in Arts, Zillah
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Vancouver
Hannah Emelia Payne*F
Danika L. Pimms
Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology, Stanwood
Artemio Paz**
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Maria Paz**
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Trisha Pearsall
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Toppenish
Herminia Ramirez
Sadee Peterson**
Belle Parker
Cesar Ramirez
Associate of Applied Science in TV/Video Production, White Swan
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Quincy
Venecia Ramirez*
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Briceida N. Ramos*
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Christian A. Ramos
Associate in Business, Yakima
Edith Ramos
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Guadalupe Ramos
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Juan Ramos
Associate of Applied Science in Accounting, White Swan
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Jennifer Karina Pineda
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Associate of Applied Science in Automotive Service Technology, Yakima
Stephanie M. Pinkham
Barbara Ramsey
Spencer W. Ramos
Associate of Applied Science in Surgical Technology, Wapato
Associate in Arts, Ellensburg
Ilianelle D. Plaza Hernandez*
Associate in Arts, Tieton
Trina Reneé Randall
Associate in Arts, Moxee
*Honors (GPA 3.4 to 3.84) **High Honors (GPA 3.85 to 4.00) 24
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Associate Degrees Amanda Elizabeth Randles
Katie Richards
Briana Milagros Rodriguez
Irene Cielo Rangel*
Rebecca Marie Richey*
Elizabeth Rodriguez
Ariel L. Rickey
Guadalupe Rodriguez
Adam M. Rieker*
Lilibet Rodriguez*F
Associate of Applied Science Business Management, Pasco
Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting, Naches
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Sciences, Mabton
Jennifer Lynn Rankin Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Ellensburg
Susan Rasband
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Electrical Technology, Naches
Nicole Rasmussen*
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Hannah Riel*
Nikolai Raymond
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Cecilia Rincon Europa
Elaine Marcell Razey
Associate in Arts, Mattawa
Associate in Arts, Granger
Robert Ring**
Ramon Razo
Associate of Applied Science in Chemical Dependency Studies, Grandview
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Manuel Riojas
Associate of Applied Science in Business Management, Yakima Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Toppenish Associate in Arts, Prosser Associate in Arts, Toppenish
Lizbeth Rodriguez
Associate in Arts, Wapato
Marecela Rodriguez*
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Monica Rodriguez*
Associate in Arts, Outlook
Salvador Rodriguez
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Moxee
Associate of Applied Science in Automotive Service Technology, Yakima
Giselle Rios
Talia Valeria Rodriguez
Amelia R. Reed
Leticia Carmen Rivas*
Maria G. Redfield
Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology, Yakima
Tabitha R. Reilly*
Associate of Applied Science in Business Management and in Business Management with Marketing Specialty, Bickleton
Howard E. Rescorla III
Associate of Applied Science in Accounting and in Business Management, Yakima
Jesus A. Reyes
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Kyla Rene Reyes
Associate in Business, Yakima
Mari Reyes
Associate of Applied Science in Business Management, Toppenish
Veronica Reyna
Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting, Mabton
Ian C. Rice
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Debra J. Rich*F
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Moxee
Associate of Applied Science-Transfer Business Administration, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Accounting, Moxee
Yahayra Rodriguez
Maria Rivas*F
Alexander Rodriguez Hernandez
Eva A. Rivera Montes*
Eliana Rodriguez Vergara
Johnatan Rivera Valenzuela*
Joe Rodriguez III
Ainsley P. Roberts*
Geneiva Lyda Mae Rojas
Heather Jean Robinson*
Rachel A. Rojas*
Associate of Applied Science in Surgical Technology, Toppenish Associate of Applied Science in Legal Office Assistant, Yakima Associate in Business, Moxee Associate n Arts, Prosser Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology, Spokane Valley
Rosalia Robledo
Associate of Applied Science in ECE with a Preschool Special Education Option, Yakima
Rachel Renee Rodman
Associate in Arts, Yakima Associate of Applied Science in Business Management, Harrah Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting, Sunnyside Associate in Arts, Sunnyside Associate in Arts, Moxee
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Jamis Rojas Alvarez
Associate in Arts, Union Gap
Liliana Roman
Associate in General Studies, Grandview
Associate of Applied Science in Business Management with Marketing Specialty, Yakima
Nancy Roman Ventura*
Amiah Rodriguez
Blanca Romero
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education, Granger Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting, Toppenish
*Honors (GPA 3.4 to 3.84) **High Honors (GPA 3.85 to 4.00) ÎŚ Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
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Associate Degrees Jessie A. Romero
Ivett Sanchez
Molly Jo Sevigny
Belen Rosales
Misty Dawn Sanchez*
Brookelle E. Shakespear**F
Yisel Sanchez Cruz*
Kelsie Sheehan**F
Maricela Santana Walle*
Jason Shelton
Trevor M. Savage*
Leah Marie Shenyer**
Alexis Marie Schafer
Charles E. Shepherd
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Associate in Arts, Mabton
Associate of Applied Science in ECE with a Preschool Special Education Option, Yakima
Jaylynn Kristin Rowbotham
Associate in Arts, Yakima Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Kittitas
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Chelsea Rowley
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Selah
Elsamar Ruiz
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Legal Office Assistant, Zillah
Faviola Ruiz
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Melissa Mae Schiel**
Mayra A. Ruiz*
Associate in Arts, Union Gap
Associate of Applied Science in Surgical Technology, Yakima
Taylor Russell**F
Ashley Schillinger*
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Justin M. Ryan
Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice, Certificate in Police Clerk/Support Specialist, Crime Science Investigation, and Communications/Call Taker, Yakima
Danessa F. Sadler Ibthaj Said Saed
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Bayan Saied
Nicolas Salamanca**
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Quinn Marie Schrindel Associate in Arts, Selah
Braydon Shields
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Coleman Dee Shogren
Associate in Business, Yakima Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice; Certificate in Correctional, Communications/Call Taker, Police Clerk/ Support Specialist, and in Crime Scene Investigation, Yakima
Roman A. Sifuentes*
Tygh Schuster
Gabriel Sillas Ramos
Racheal L. Schwindt*
Josue Silva
Krystin Scribner
Saul Silva
Emily Sue Seaman
SeĂąorina Silva
Associate of Applied Science in Surgical Technology, Selah
Maria Sulema Sedano
Adriaanna Sanchez*
Madison Sells**
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Betina Sanchez
Elegardo Serrano
Associate in Arts, Union Gap
Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice; Certificate in Communications/ Call Taker, Correctional, Crime Scene Investigation, and in Police Clerk/Support Specialist, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Freddie Sanchez
Associate in Business; Associate of Applied Science in Agribusiness, Grandview
Associate in General Studies, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Early Education, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Zillah
Salee N. Salinas
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Raquel Shook
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Science, Track 1, Yakima
Olivia Salazar
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Robert Drew Schreiber
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Civil Engineering Technology, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Tayler Alexis Shohan
Associate in Arts, Toppenish
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Yakima
Cassandra Lynn Schultz
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Science, Track 2, Zillah
Juan Serrano
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Lupe Serrano Jr.
Associate in Arts, Moxee
Associate in Arts, Grandview Associate in Arts, Tieton Associate in Arts, Tieton Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Moxee
Sky Lucero Silva
Associate in Arts, Toppenish
Curtis D. Simmons
Associate in Arts, Union Gap
Jace D. Simmons
Associate in Business, Yakima
James Wayne Simmons Jr. Associate in Business, Yakima
Jashaun M. Simon
Associate in Arts, Kennewick
*Honors (GPA 3.4 to 3.84) **High Honors (GPA 3.85 to 4.00) 26
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Associate Degrees Krishauna Leigh Simpson
Ashley Marie Storms*F
Ryandeep Singh
Amanda Jeanne Stout
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing; Certificate in Practical Nursing, Grandview
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Selah
Ashley Paloma Singleterry
Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology, Sunnyside
Jared Sluman
Associate of Applied Science in Business Management, Yakima
Matthew Connor Smiley Associate in Arts, Yakima
Cassidy Smith*
Associate of Applied Science in Chemical Dependency Studies, Zillah
Emily Smith*
Associate in Arts, Union Gap
Melissa Rae Streitmatter *
Colithea Fawn Strong
Associate of Applied Science in Winery Technology, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Business Management, Wapato
Michelle Stultz*
Associate of Applied Science in Medical Billing and Coding, Yakima
Nicole Rene Smith*
Kaylee Swan*
Associate in Arts, Yakima Associate of Applied Science in Medical Billing and Coding, Grandview
Monica Swan**
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Jorge A. Solis*
Nicholas R. Sommerville** Associate in Arts, Cowiche
Pablo Sosa
Associate of Applied Science in Administrative Assistant, Yakima
Michael Patrick St. Hilaire*
Associate of Applied Science in Automotive Service Technology, White Swan
Evan St. John**
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Mikayla E. Stone
Associate in Business, Yakima
Amanda Karen Stoothoff* Associate in Arts, Yakima
Amie E. Thornton
Betty A. Thurman
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Ryan Michael Tillett
Associate in Science, Track 2, Yakima
Sydney Lauren Tollackson**
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Sciences, Yakima
David Torres
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Hailey Torres**F
Associate in Science, Track 1, Yakima
Jace Torres*
Associate of Applied Science in IT Network Administrator, Yakima
Nancy Torres
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Grandview
Joshua Swynenburg**
Victoria Torrico*F
Associate in Arts, Mabton
Associate in Arts, Toppenish
Grecia Sybouts
Maria C. Trevino
Associate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education, Union Gap
Associate of Applied Science in Administrative Assistant, Grandview
Cortney Sybouts
Karissa Anne Trinidad
Andrea M. Swanson**
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima Associate in Arts, Grandview
Jessica Sullivan
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Chemical Dependency Studies, Yakima
Larson Smith**F
Matthew Adam Snodgrass
Kassie Danelle Thompson
Vanessa Victoria Thompson
Associate in Arts, Tieton
Associate in Arts, Selah
Associate in Arts, Outlook
Heidi L. Strom**
Ioanna Sugarman**F
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Justin L. Theobald
Madeleine Thompson
Associate in Arts, Zillah
Associate in Arts, Ellensburg Kalikohaliaaloha Chelsea Smith Associate in Arts, Kamuela, HI
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts; Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology, Kodiak, AK
Alison Tarisa Stump
Jennifer A. Smith*
Richard C. Templeton
Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Benita M. Tapia
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Business Technology Administrative Assistant and in Legal Office Assistant; Certificates in Business Technology General Office Assistant, IT Office Suite, Legal Receptionist, and in Business Technology Medical Receptionist, Yakima
Henry David Tetreault Associate in Arts, Yakima
Peter Troianello
Adriana S. Trujillo
Associate in Business, Prosser
Davina I. Trujillo*
Associate in Business, Prosser
Kendall Christine Unser Associate in Arts, Yakima
*Honors (GPA 3.4 to 3.84) **High Honors (GPA 3.85 to 4.00) ÎŚ Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
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Associate Degrees Jane Unzelman**
Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology, Bellevue
Itzel Uribe*
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Sciences, Moxee
Stephanie N. Uribe
Antonio Vargas
Halee Volland
Daniel L. Vargas III
Prestan Ted Walker*F
Jasmin Vargas*
Nathan Jeffrey Wallace
Associate in Arts, Grandview Associate in Arts, Yakima Associate in Arts, Yakima
Maria I. Vargas*
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Victoria Urrutia
Valeria G. Vargas
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Aaron Maldonado Valadez
Brenda Maleny Vasquez
Associate in Arts, Toppenish
Associate in Arts, Yakima Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Sciences, Yakima
Shawn Walruff*
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Sciences, Yakima
Emilee G. Ward*
Associate in Arts, Toppenish
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Sciences, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Medical Office Assistant, Yakima
Vanessa K. Vasquez
Hannah M. Ward**F
Adriana Valencia
Teresita Vega
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Edgar Valencia
James Samuel Vera
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Associate in Business, Yakima
Janet Valencia Vargas
Brenda Verduzco*
Diana H. Valdez
Associate in Arts, Zillah
Associate of Applied Science in Surgical Technology, Grandview
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Mayra S. Valencia
Diana Verduzco
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Eliazar Valero*
Associate of Applied Science in IT Network Administrator and in Information Technology General, Yakima
Sara Van Corbach*
Maria M. Verduzco-Villa*
Associate of Applied Science in Surgical Technology, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Business Technology Administrative Assistant; Certificate in General Office Assistant, IT Office Suite and in Medical Receptionist, Yakima
Eduardo Javier Vicente
Kayla Vance*
Karen Villanueva**
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Jesse Domingo Villanueva Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Sciences, Grandview
Associate in Arts, Sunnyside
Abigail Vasquez Garcia
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in General Studies, Grandview
Melissa A. Vantrease Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology, West Richland
Nathaniel Watrous
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Madison J. Wehunt*
Associate in Arts, Yakima Associate in Arts, Union Gap
David A. Van Dyke*
Jasmin S. Washburn
Elizabeth Verduzco
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Associate in Business, Toppenish
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Yakima
Dalise Elaine Weddle
Hilario Verduzco
Anna Maria Vance*F
Matthew Allen Warner
Associate of Applied Science in Business Management, Tieton
Alicia Belia Valle
Associate in Arts, Zillah
Associate in Arts, Wapato
Erica Villarreal
Ethan T. Villarreal
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Guadalupe Tellez Villegas Associate in Arts, Yakima
Jennifer Villegas
Associate in Arts, Wapato
Associate in Arts, Selah
Associate in Business, Yakima
Lacy Wentz
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Dalton Whelan
Associate in Arts, Selah
Heather Rochel Whiting
Associate of Applied Science in Business Technology Administrative Assistant, Union Gap
Hannah Whitmer
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Andrew Michael Whittaker* Associate in Arts, Prosser
Shernell Lynn Wilkens
Associate of Applied Science in Chemical Dependency Studies, Yakima
Shelby Wilkey
Associate in Arts, Selah
Emily R. Wilkins
Associate in Arts, Prosser
*Honors (GPA 3.4 to 3.84) **High Honors (GPA 3.85 to 4.00) 28
ÎŚ Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Associate Degrees Kyle Wilkinson
Destiny Zavala
Eric Willey**
Shayla Lanae Zerr**
Sharon M. Williams*
Cruz G. Zubieta
Associate in Arts, Grandview
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology, Prosser
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Mosiah A. Wilson
Jose Zuniga**F
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Stanwood
Associate in Science, Track 1, Yakima
Olivia Wilson
Associate in Arts, Selah
Deanne Withrow*
Associate of Applied Science in IT Network Administrator, Fife
Rick Withrow*
Associate of Applied Science in IT Network Administrator, Fife
Janine Wohl*
Associate of Applied Science, in Radiologic Sciences, Yakima
Barbara Diane Wood
Associate in Arts, Union Gap
Jennifer L. Woolsey
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Yakima
Benjamin Paul Wyatt* Associate in Arts, Selah
Kassidy Wycoff
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Burnadette Yates
Associate in Arts, Moxee
Charlene Yearout
Associate in Arts, Naches
Aidan M. Yolo
Associate in Arts, Yakima
Danny B. York
Associate of Applied Science in Chemical Dependency Studies, Yakima
Carson Sidney Young Associate in Arts, Selah
Guadalupe Zaragoza*
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Wapato
David A. Zarate Higuera*
Associate in Computer Science, Yakima
*Honors (GPA 3.4 to 3.84) **High Honors (GPA 3.85 to 4.00) ÎŚ Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
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Certificates of Achievement Cristina Alcala
Justin Christensen
Certificate in State Early Childhood Education, Yakima
Certificate in IT General, Yakima
Jazzmin D. Cruz
Gabriela Amezcua
Certificate in State Initial Early Childhood Education, Yakima
Monica Arellano Gutierrez
Certificate in Phlebotomy, Yakima
Certificate in Phlebotomy, Sunnyside
Ciro D. DeMarco
Certificates in CAD, CNC Operator and in Machining Technology, Moxee
Patrick Deprey
Beatriz Armas
Certificate in Business Technology Medical Receptionist, Sunnyside
Ruby W. Baker
Certificate in Business Accounting, Selah
Jackeline Barba
Certificate in Phlebotomy, Granger
Certificate in Practical Nursing, Yakima
Michael Dohrman
Certificate in Phlebotomy, Ellensburg
Brenda Eck
Certificate in State Initial Early Childhood Education and Administration, Yakima
Jaclyn Michelle Escamilla
Olga Bautista Gutierrez
Certificate in Chemical Dependency Studies, Yakima
Janeth Barragán
Certificate in Phlebotomy, Yakima
Yanerie Flores
Certificate in Dental Assisting, Wapato
Miguel A. Flores B.
Certificate in Dental Assisting, Yakima
Certificate in Dental Assisting, Yakima
Griselda Bejarano Valencia
Certificates in Phlebotomy and in Medical Assisting, Yakima
Brianda Galarza
Laura L. Bendall
Brittani Jenny Glaspey
Jeremy Michael Boose
Erlinda Marie Gonzalez
Certificate in State Short ECE SpecializationSchool Age Care, Yakima
Certificate in Phlebotomy, Mabton Certificate in State ECE Initial and General, Yakima Certificate in State Short ECE SpecializationGeneral, Mabton
Certificate in Practical Nursing, Roslyn
Jasmine J. Borges
Lucia Gonzalez
Certificate in Phlebotomy, Yakima
Certificate in State Short ECE SpecializationGeneral, Toppenish
Lizbeth Bran
Certificate in Phlebotomy, Selah
Soledad Gonzalez
Maria Herlinda Huizar
Certificate in State Initial Early Childhood Education, Yakima
Mariela Herrera-Morales
Certificate in Practical Nursing, Yakima
Alma R. Islas
Certificate in State Short ECE SpecializationInfant & Toddlers, Sunnyside
Bethany Ann Kissler
Certificate in Computed Tomography, Yakima
Aracelie Ledesma*F
Certificate in Business Technology General Office Assistant, Grandview
Kara A. Lowe
Certificate in Practical Nursing, Yakima
Esmeralda Lozano
Certificate in Phlebotomy, Grandview
Alondra Lucatero
Certificate in State Initial Early Childhood Education, Yakima
Yesenia Luna-Rosales
Certificate in Dental Assisting, Yakima
Debra Mains*
Certificate in Chemical Dependency Studies, Kennewick
Alejandra Marquez Moore
Certificate in Medical Interpreter (Spanish/ English), Yakima
Alejandra Martinez
Certificate in Medical Interpreter (Spanish/ English), Yakima
Domingo R. Martinez
Certificate in Practical Nursing, Yakima
Certificate in Tree Fruit Production, Grandview
Brooke Helene Graff
Yaricxa Neibe Mendoza
Sonia Guadarrama
Marizza Mejia Cordova
Certificate in State Short ECE SpecializationInfant & Toddlers, White Swan
Maribel Guizar Magaña
Elena Mesina
Alexandra Causor
Alexandra Hernandez-Leos
Miranda Miller
Tracy Chavez
Jessica Jeannette Huerta
Evertina M. Brito
Certificate in State Short ECE SpecializationInfant & Toddlers, Prosser
Guadalupe Camarena Angeles
Certificate in Phlebotomy, Grandview
Certificate in Computed Tomography, Yakima Certificate in Dental Assisting, Buena
Rosa Crystal Carrillo
Certificate in Phlebotomy, Sunnyside Certificate in Dental Assisting, Ellensburg
Certificate in Phlebotomy, Yakima Certificate in Medical Interpreter (English/ Spanish), Yakima
Certificate in Phlebotomy, Yakima
Certificate in Dental Assisting, Moxee Certificate in Practical Nursing, Yakima Certificate in Phlebotomy, Yakima Certificate in Criminal Justice Program Crime Scene Investigation, Selah
Kristen Faith Moore
Certificate in Phlebotomy, Yakima
*Honors (GPA 3.4 to 3.84) **High Honors (GPA 3.85 to 4.00) 30
Φ Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Manuel Muro
Certificates of Achievement Sierra A. Rush
Ruben G. Tovar
Brenda Natera
Heidi E. Sadler
Noemi Valencia Garibaldo
Raul Nava
Elvira Sanchez
Certificate in State Initial Early Childhood Education, Yakima Certificate in Phlebotomy, Yakima
Certificates in Business Marketing and in Business Management, Prosser Certificate in Practical Nursing, Yakima
Certificate in Medical Interpreter (Spanish/ English), Selah Certificate in State Short ECE SpecializationInfant & Toddlers, Yakima
Certificate in State Short ECE SpecializationSchool Age Care, Sunnyside
Kassandra Vialon
Maria Eugenia Sanchez
Paola Zamudio Guzman
Certificates in State Initial Early Childhood Education and in State Short ECE Specialization-Infant & Toddlers, Prosser
Maricela Sanchez
Amber Zavala
Juan Antonio Palacios
Tony A. Sandoval
Certificate in State Initial Early Childhood Education, Yakima
Wendy Roxette NuĂąez
Certificate in Dental Assisting, Yakima
Certificate in State Initial Early Childhood Education, Grandview
Natividad Z. Olivera
Certificate in Dental Assisting, Toppenish
Darcee Elizabeth Paredes
Certificate in Business Marketing and in Retail Management, Mabton
Samantha Rennee Santos
Tiffany Peralta Carreto
Jessica Diane Schmitt
Enriqueta Rafaela
Brittany Rose Schoch
Certificates in State Initial Early Childhood Education, and in State Short ECE Specialization-Infant & Toddlers, Benton City
Maria L. Reeves
Certificate in Chemical Dependency Studies, Yakima
Madeline M. Reyes
Certificate in Dental Assisting, Wapato Certificate in Chemical Dependency Studies, Yakima
Biviana Rivera
Certificate in Computed Tomography, Sunnyside Certificate in Dental Assisting, Yakima Certificate in Pharmacy Technician, Yakima
Charity L. Shirley
Certificate in Medical Billing and Coding, Yakima
Daisy Silva
Certificate in Medical Interpreter (Spanish/ English), Tieton Certificate in State Short ECE SpecializationInfant & Toddler Care, Yakima
Nancy Ximena Soloya
Certificate in Dental Assisting, Grandview
Certificate in State Initial Early Childhood Education, Yakima
Matthew Roberts
Jesusita M. Stout
Certificate in Chemical Dependency Studies, Yakima Certificate in Phlebotomy, Prosser
Erick Rodriguez
Certificate in Phlebotomy, Selah
Cristina Tapia
Certificate in Dental Assisting, Sunnyside
Kathryn Lorraine Temple
Certificate in Practical Nursing, Yakima
Certificate in State Initial Early Childhood Education, Yakima
Steven Roman
Gabriela R. Tinajero
Certificate in Accounting Clerk, Moxee
Certificate in Phlebotomy, Sunnyside
Cynthia Sneed
Thomas Ridge*
Anahi M. Rodriguez
Certificate in State Short ECE SpecializationInfant & Toddlers, Wapato
Certificate in State Initial Early Childhood Education, Selah
Certificates in State Initial Early Childhood Education and in State Short ECE Specialization-General, Yakima Certificate in Dental Assisting, Toppenish
Certificate in Phlebotomy, Sunnyside
Certificates in State Initial Early Childhood Education, State Short ECE SpecializationGeneral, and Business Technology Medical Receptionist, Yakima
*Honors (GPA 3.4 to 3.84) **High Honors (GPA 3.85 to 4.00) ÎŚ Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
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