Univ. of Tampa

Local residents graduate

The University of Tampa hosted a virtual commencement on May 8, 2021, to honor 1,781 degree-seeking candidates at the University’s 152nd commencement.

The event was viewed online by the students, their family members and friends, UT faculty and staff members and the general public.

The following students received degrees:

Allentown: Brooke Rogers, graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in graphic design; and

Coplay: Rebecca Lazansky, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in writing.

The ceremony included remarks by UT President Ronald Vaughn, James S. MacLeod, chair of UT’s Board of Trustees, the deans of UT’s four colleges, and student challenge speakers.

Additionally, each graduate received a personalized video commemorating their achievement.