LWC 2018 Winter Commencement Photo Blog


Elisha Klaiber

Elisha Klaiber of Lexington, Ky., celebrates with her children Saylor, left, and Silas immediately following LWC’s 108th commencement ceremony on Saturday, December 15. Klaiber earned a master of education degree in counseling and human development.


Grad Selfie

Edmonton, Ky., natives Leah Hammer, left, and Kaytlyn Sharp grab a quick selfie moments before LWC’s winter commencement on Saturday, December 15. Hammer graduated with a bachelor's degree in human services and counseling and Sharp earned a degree in biology.


Leon Ellison

Ph.D. recipient Leon Ellison of Cincinnati moves the tassel of his mortar board right to left, to symbolically signifying his graduation from LWC. Ellison became the first graduate of the Doctorate of Philosophy in Counselor Education & Supervision Program. Ellison was among 411 individuals who were awarded undergraduate and graduate degrees as the first half of LWC’s Class of 2019 on Saturday, Dec. 15.


Students decorating the Doris and Bob Holloway Welness Center

Leon Ellison of Cincinnati received a well-deserved standing ovation from graduates and onlookers as he crossed the stage in Biggers Sports Center on Saturday to become the first graduate of the Doctorate of Philosophy in Counselor Education & Supervision Program. It was the first Ph.D. awarded in Lindsey Wilson’s 115-year history.


Santa!! I want a

Leon Ellison is congratulated by Lindsey Wilson President William T. Luckey Jr., after receiving his degree on Saturday at LWC’s 108th commencement ceremony. Ellison became the first graduate of the Doctorate of Philosophy in Counselor Education & Supervision Program. Also pictured, back-left, LWC Vice President for Academic Affairs Trish Parrish, Associate Professor of Counseling Edwin Gunberg, and, far right, Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs Michael Seale.


Bouncy Houses and Slides

Anna Murrell of Columbia poses with her diploma at the 108th commencement ceremony at Lindsey Wilson College on Saturday, Dec. 15. Murrell earned a bachelor’s degree in communication from the liberal arts college.