Helms College salutes graduates at ceremony in Augusta
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Helms College held its August graduation ceremony Saturday at the Snelling Conference Center on Washington Road.
Graduates from various programs, including culinary arts and health services, were celebrated for their perseverance and achievements.
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“For me, it’s the end-all to all, the light at the end of the tunnel to signify accomplishing another goal that I set for myself and the beginning of a great career,” said graduate Jennifer Collins.
Fellow grad Jonathan O’Donnell agreed.
“I came out of 20 years in the military and decided to completely change the course and direction of my life, and I came here to Helms and over the last two years, everything’s changed for me,” he said.
He added: “It’s just been the most rewarding experience.”
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Helms College President James K. Stiff addressed the graduates, commending their hard work and dedication.
“We are proud of our graduates and excited to see the positive impact they will make in their careers and communities,” Stiff said.
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