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We're so proud of our #BlueRidgeGrads! Learn more about their big day in this story from our local Times-News. Special thanks to reporter George Russell for joining us on this important day!

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Blue Ridge Community College class of 2025 commencement breaks audience attendance record
Commencement speaker, education advocate Mike Krause, praised their resiliency in the face of Tropical Storm Helene.
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May 11, 2025 at 12:53 PM
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As the new academic year begins, we congratulate recent graduate Victoria Dmytryszyn, recipient of the 2026 Academic Excellence Award.

More: https://www.blueridge.edu/2026/08/14/blue-ridge-graduate-victoria-dmytryszyn-academic-excellence/

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August 15, 2026 at 11:35 AM
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When Kailey Hodges needed a career change, she turned to Blue Ridge Community College to find her next steps. Now a #BlueRidgeGrad of the horticulture program, she finds purpose in rebuilding the environment after the impacts of Hurricane Helene.

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Alumni Spotlight: Kailey Hodges, Horticulture
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July 21, 2026 at 2:21 PM
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Congratulations to our spring 2026 Fire Academy graduates! Today's ceremony celebrated their commitment in completing the challenging program- one of Blue Ridge's most rigorous.

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June 18, 2026 at 7:21 PM
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Congratulations to #BlueRidgeGrad, Emma Evans!

Read more: https://www.blueridge.edu/2026/05/07/emma-evans-graduate/

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May 24, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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Meet #BlueRidgeGrad Pam Fish! In 2024, Pamela Fish reached a turning point in her life and decided to go back to school after several years in the workforce.

More: https://www.blueridge.edu/2026/05/05/pamela-fish-graduate/

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May 22, 2026 at 2:02 PM
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We're not done saying it: CONGRATULATIONS, class of 2026!

Full story (now with event video!) at: www.blueridge.edu/2026/05/09/s...

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May 12, 2026 at 3:59 PM
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Announcing the Class of 2026! Congratulations to all Blue Ridge graduates on their achievements.

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May 9, 2026 at 5:05 PM
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Keynote speaker and Blue Ridge alumni Shannon Allison: “Your path does not have to be linear to be meaningful. And when you’re not sure what to do next, just take the next right step.”

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May 9, 2026 at 4:25 PM
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“You are the strength and future of our community,” said Dr. Laura B. Leatherwood, president of Blue Ridge Community College. “We are proud of your perseverance, your dedication, and all you have accomplished to reach this moment.”

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May 9, 2026 at 1:24 PM
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Welcome to the Blue Ridge Community College Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremony! Let’s celebrate! 

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May 9, 2026 at 1:14 PM
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This spring, seven East Henderson High School students will graduate with both a high school diploma and a tuition-free associate degree from Blue Ridge Community College.

Read more: https://www.blueridge.edu/2026/05/04/east-henderson-ccp/

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Seven East Henderson High Grads Earning College Degree from Blue Ridge Community College - Blue Ridge Community College east henderson ccp
Featured Photo: Seven East Henderson High School students will graduate from Blue Ridge Community College two weeks before their high school graduation. Pictured from left to right: Donovan Buddo, Tristan Rutterford, Davis Harvey, Julia Trollinger, ...
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May 4, 2026 at 10:00 PM
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"Watching films with my family opened my eyes in a really interesting way. I became more passionate about it... and I realized I wanted to study film.” - Xavier Johnson, Class of 2026, #BlueRidgeGrad

https://www.blueridge.edu/2026/04/28/xavier-film-video/

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#BlueRidgeGrad: Xavier Johnson - Blue Ridge Community College xavier film video
Featured photo: Xavier Johnson in the Film & Video studio on the Henderson County Campus. Photo by Emily Gill. Emily Gill, Marketing & Communications Dept. A few years ago, Xavier ...
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April 28, 2026 at 4:02 PM
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#BlueRidgeGrad: As a child, Rosa Mata Betancourt loved to do her hair/makeup, so much so that her mother encouraged her to pursue a career in cosmetology. Decades later, that's exactly what she's doing.

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#BlueRidgeGrad: Rosa Mata Betancourt - Blue Ridge Community College graduate feature rosa
Featured photo: Rosa Mata Betancourt in the cosmetology salon on the Henderson County Campus. (Photo by Emily Gill.) As a child, Rosa Mata Betancourt loved to do her hair and ...
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April 8, 2026 at 8:01 PM
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Congratulations to our adult high school and high school equivalency graduates!

https://www.transylvaniatimes.com/education/college-honors-graduates-of-high-school-related-programs/article_6c38e739-643e-45b2-b205-1955a6fa3c76.html

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College honors graduates of high school-related programs
This month Blue Ridge Community College honored its adult high school and high school equivalency graduates. The celebration took place in the Bo Thomas Auditorium on the Henderson County Campus,
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January 4, 2026 at 12:00 PM
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Last night’s #graduation celebration at Blue Ridge Community College was unforgettable! We’re so proud of the #ClassOf2025.

Read the full story at www.blueridge.edu/news.

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December 13, 2025 at 1:37 PM
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Check out this #BlueRidgeGrad highlight, featuring Heidi Anugrah!

Read more: https://www.blueridge.edu/2025/12/01/graduate-highlight-transfer/

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#BlueRidgeGrad: Heidi Anugrah - Blue Ridge Community College graduate highlight transfer
Featured photo: Heidi Anugrah in the Patton Building on the Henderson County Campus. (Photo by Emily Gill.) Emily Gill, Marketing & Communications Dept. In August 2023, then-16-year-old Heidi Anugrah faced ...
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December 1, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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Check out our first #BlueRidgeGrad highlight for this Fall 2025 graduation season: Savannah Vail!

Read more: www.blueridge.edu/2025/11/17/c...

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#BlueRidgeGrad: Savannah Vail - Blue Ridge Community College cosmetology esthetics graduate
Savannah Vail is as cool as her dyed checkerboard pattern buzzcut. “I’ve had every hair color ever,” she laughed. “I am the rainbow.” Fitting then that Vail is due to ...
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November 18, 2025 at 7:37 PM
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Here are a few of our many special moments at Blue Ridge's spring commencement ceremony!

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May 10, 2025 at 6:55 PM
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Congratulations, #ClassOf2025! 🎓 Blue Ridge CC celebrated spring graduates with two commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 10. Our Conference Hall in Flat Rock was filled to capacity for both ceremonies.

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Blue Ridge Class of 2025 Honored During Dual Spring Commencement Ceremonies  - Blue Ridge Community College
Featured photo: Blue Ridge Community College graduates celebrate on May 10, 2025 at the graduation ceremony. Photo by Benjamin Rickert. Photo gallery and event video links will be added to ...
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May 10, 2025 at 6:52 PM
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Congratulations Class of 2025!
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May 10, 2025 at 4:19 PM
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“This Graduation Day is a powerful reminder that adversity doesn’t define you - it shapes you. It prepares you for what’s ahead. And sometimes, it reveals strengths you didn’t know you had.” Dr. Laura Leatherwood

Congratulations to the Class of 2025!

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May 10, 2025 at 1:34 PM
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For many years, Covington wanted to earn a degree in American Sign Language, but there were many hurdles to overcome. Pressed for time, Covington found a way to achieve her dream through online classes at Blue Ridge.

Read more: www.blueridge.edu/2025/05/07/b...

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#BlueRidgeGrad: Delores Covington - Blue Ridge Community College
Featured photo: Blue Ridge Community College student Delores Covington smiles for the camera. Photo courtesy of Delores Covington. By Emily Gill, Marketing & Communications Dept. From a young age, Del...
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May 7, 2025 at 6:25 PM
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This Saturday, May 10, Blue Ridge Community College will honor the graduating Class of 2025 with two commencement ceremonies on the Henderson County Campus!

More info on this ticketed event: www.blueridge.edu/2025/05/07/b...

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Blue Ridge Community College to Host Two Graduation Ceremonies on May 10, 2025 - Blue Ridge Community College
Feature Photo: Blue Ridge Community Colleges graduates attend their commencement ceremony in December of 2024 (Photo by: Jacob Bradley.) Marketing & Communications Dept. Blue Ridge Community College w...
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May 7, 2025 at 1:05 PM