APUS to Celebrate Over 14,000 Graduates at Commencement on June 9-10

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[{"type":"text","content":"Class of 2023 Graduates and Award Winners will be Honored at Two-Day Ceremony in National Harbor, Md. \nCHARLES TOWN, W.Va., June 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- American Public University System (APUS)—which offers online degree and certificate programs through American Military University (AMU) and American Public University (APU)—will celebrate over 14,000 graduates at its 27th annual commencement, taking place June 9 –10 at the Gaylord Hotel in National Harbor, Md. The Class of 2023's conferrals include nearly 3,300 master's degrees, over 7,200 bachelor's degrees, and over 3,500 associate degrees.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\"Today marks a major milestone in your lives – the culmination of years of hard work, dedication, and sacrifice. As you go out into the new world, strive to make a positive impact on those around you. Stay humble and achieve great things,\" APUS President Nuno Fernandes states in prepared remarks slated for his keynote address. \"You've made it through the highs and lows of your academic journey, and now you stand here, ready to embark on the next exciting chapter of your lives. Go out there, make an impact, and embrace your vision.\"\nKevin Pordon, the Class of 2023 undergraduate student speaker, urges fellow classmates to stay the course, in prepared remarks. \"Everyone in this room has challenges and shortcomings. But we've learned to overcome them. The fact we're here proves it. We've developed discipline, commitment, and perseverance in pursuit of our goals. No matter how long it takes.\"\nMatthew Warren, the Class of 2023 graduate student speaker, expresses gratitude to his professors for their expertise and support. He also reflects on the support community that makes graduation possible. \"Today, each one of us can look in the mirror and see tenacity, grit, and perseverance,\" he states. \"And we can also see a graduate.\"\nAPUS will also recognize 30 students, faculty, and alumni who have excelled and positively impacted their community during their time as students. Among the most prestigious awards, The Mary Kim Ward Resilience and Service Award recognizes resilience, patience, and determination, and a student's impact and influence on public service, social justice, and inclusion. This year's winner is Jakia Lindley.\nTracey Lanham will be recognized with the 2023 Dr. Wallace E. Boston Leadership Awar...

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