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Louisiana College President Rick Brewer awarded a diploma to one of 13 students who graduated May 1, 2019, prior to regularly scheduled commencement ceremonies May 4. Brian Blackwell photo

LC adjusts so 13 athletes experience an ‘early commencement’

May 1, 2019

By Message Staff

PINEVILLE – Thirteen Louisiana College athletes won’t have to miss commencement as the school held an early service, Wednesday, May 1 at Martin Performing Arts Center.

The 13 athletes will be participating in the American Southwest Conference baseball and softball tournaments which will be played this weekend and would not have been able to attend the regularly schedule commencement ceremony on Saturday.

School President Rick Brewer told the graduating students that LC strived to help the students earn their credentials, prepare for a career, discover their calling and build character. He emphasized that they make God a priority as they enter the workforce.

“As you go out into life and go into the next place God has called you, live in stature,” Brewer said during the ceremony inside the Martin Performing Arts Center. “But pursue increasing in wisdom. And learn to grown in favor with God and man.”

The 164th annual commencement is scheduled for 10 a.m., May 4 at the Rapides Parish Coliseum in Alexandria, at which time 250 degrees will be conferred. The event will feature keynote speaker Johnny Martin, chairman of Martin Sustainable Resources at Roy O. Martin.

LC will also bestow honorary doctorates upon Martin, David Hankins, who is retiring June 30 as executive director of the Louisiana Baptist Convention; Randy Harper, former chairman of the Board of Trustees, an active trustee and pastor of Bellaire Baptist Church in Bossier City.

The college will also distribute distinguished service awards to Byron McGee, retired vice president for advancement; and Ben Yang, retired music professor.

Attendees should be aware of the coliseum’s clear bag Policy. Any handbags, purses, etc., that are not clear will be inspected by security for policy compliance.

Those unable to attend the event can watch online via www.lacollege.edu.

Louisiana College President Rick Brewer presented diplomas to Sports Information Director Brad Welborn, who graduated during a special ceremony for members of the baseball and softball team.May 1, 2019. Brian Blackwell photo
Louisiana College President Rick Brewer presented diplomas to 13 athletes who graduated during a special ceremony May 1, 2019. Brian Blackwell photo
Louisiana College President Rick Brewer presented diplomas to 13 athletes who graduated during a special ceremony May 1, 2019. Brian Blackwell photo
Louisiana College President Rick Brewer presented diplomas to 13 athletes who graduated during a special ceremony May 1, 2019. Brian Blackwell photo
Louisiana College President Rick Brewer presented diplomas to 13 athletes who graduated during a special ceremony May 1, 2019. Brian Blackwell photo
Louisiana College President Rick Brewer presented diplomas to 13 athletes who graduated during a special ceremony May 1, 2019. Brian Blackwell photo
Louisiana College President Rick Brewer presented diplomas to 13 athletes who graduated during a special ceremony May 1, 2019. Brian Blackwell photo
Louisiana College President Rick Brewer presented diplomas to 13 athletes who graduated during a special ceremony May 1, 2019. Brian Blackwell photo
Louisiana College President Rick Brewer presented diplomas to 13 athletes who graduated during a special ceremony May 1, 2019. Brian Blackwell photo
Louisiana College President Rick Brewer presented diplomas to 13 athletes who graduated during a special ceremony May 1, 2019. Brian Blackwell photo
Louisiana College President Rick Brewer presented diplomas to 13 athletes who graduated during a special ceremony May 1, 2019. Brian Blackwell photo
Louisiana College President Rick Brewer presented diplomas to 13 athletes who graduated during a special ceremony May 1, 2019. Brian Blackwell photo
Louisiana College President Rick Brewer presented diplomas to 13 athletes who graduated during a special ceremony May 1, 2019. Brian Blackwell photo
Louisiana College President Rick Brewer challenged graduates to seek God as they begin their careers. Brian Blackwell photo
Students prayed moments before receiving their diplomas during a special commencement service for 13 athletes unable to attend regularly scheduled commencement ceremonies. Brian Blackwell photo

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