Angelina College graduated 550 students at Commencement ceremonies on May 14.

Board president Trey Henderson shakes hands with graduate Eddie Villagrana of Diboll.

Radiography Technology graduates Mitzi Dyson and Bryan Dill congratulate each other.

Anita Thornhill celebrates receiving her sign language interpreter certificate.

Mary Holt’s 17 foster children help her celebrate receiving her associate degree in human services in the AC Activity Center.

Enjoying the Alumni & Friends reception before graduation are graduates Billy Taylor, Donald and Dishon Rigsby (father & son) and Victoria Doggett.

English instructor Valencia Turner sang the national anthem at graduation ceremonies. The Concert Band provided the music.

Rep. Jim McReynolds told the graduates that knowledge is power and stressed “The key to getting what you want is to make sure others get what they want.”

Nursing graduate Jana Rains delayed earning her college degree, but she completed the Nursing Program with a 4.0 grade point average.