Slideshow: School of Allied Health Pinning Ceremony
by Jordana Newman |
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UAA Chancellor Sean Parnell congratulates the Summer 2023 graduates at the School of Allied Health pinning ceremony. "To the students receiving their pins today, you are becoming part of the special legacy. You get to write the next chapter in Alaska's health care and the lives of individuals," said Parnell. (Photo by Jordana Newman/University of Alaska Anchorage) -
Surgical technology graduate Kristan Plucker receives pin from program director Nicole Clementi. "I never imagined the impact that I could have on my students as their professor but the true gift was what they gave me," said Clementi. (Photo by Jordana Newman/University of Alaska Anchorage) -
Medical Laboratory Science graduate Jonathon Dail receives pin from program faculty. "Congratulations to all the students today," said program director Grace Leu-Burke in a recorded message to the students. (Photo by Jordana Newman/University of Alaska Anchorage) -
Medical Assisting graduate Shawn Sanders receives certificate and congratulations from program director Lisa Nash. "I am thankful to meet challenges as a student medical assistant because it has prepared me for this field," said a medical assisting student. "Throughout this journey, I would like to say I am proud of myself in learning, developing, and completing the courses." (Photo by Jordana Newman/University of Alaska Anchorage) -
Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Denise Runge congratulates the Summer 2023 graduates at the School of Allied Health pinning ceremony. (Photo by Jordana Newman/University of Alaska Anchorage) -
Diagnostic Medical Sonography graduate Sydney Brown receives pin from program director Bridgett Mayorga. (Photo by Jordana Newman/University of Alaska Anchorage) -
Dental Assisting graduate Catherine Adams hugs program director Stephanie Olson as the final student to be recognized at the School of Allied Health pinning ceremony for Summer 2023. (Photo by Jordana Newman/University of Alaska Anchorage) -
The medical laboratory science graduates and phlebotomy graduates gather for a group photo with associate professor Karen Kurtz. (Photo by Jordana Newman/University of Alaska Anchorage) -
The School of Allied Health graduates gather with their friends and family to celebrate after the pinning ceremony. (Photo by Jordana Newman/University of Alaska Anchorage) -
Diagnostic Medical Sonography graduate Logan Wohrle is congratulated by his parents. (Photo by Jordana Newman/University of Alaska Anchorage) -
Dental Assisting graduate Catherine Adams and program director Stephanie Olson. (Photo by Jordana Newman/University of Alaska Anchorage) -
Surgical Technology graduate Amber Sluss celebrates with her husband and family. (Photo by Jordana Newman/University of Alaska Anchorage)
“Thank you for answering this call to make a positive difference in the lives of Alaskans. Having traveled this state so much and seeing the impacts of health professionals around the state, you're not just impacting the lives of individuals, but you're positively impacting the lives of communities.”
— Sean Parnell, UAA Chancellor
“I want to let you know how proud UAA is of everything you have accomplished and everything you are about to accomplish. We've been so thrilled to be a part of your journey and we celebrate you.”
— Denise Runge, Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
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