December grad took 21 years to earn degree. She’s not stopping now
In 2004, Kelly Rowan Burrell was one class away from earning her degree in sociology. She actually walked across the commencement stage in spring...
‘It’s been a wild ride:’ UofL students reflect on graduating in the middle of a global pandemic
On Dec. 12, UofL will host commencement featuring traditional elements like “Pomp and Circumstance” and messages from the president, deans and provost.
Unsurprisingly, however, the...
Double the determination: Spouses achieve long-sought degrees
Parental caregiving. Family health concerns. Death. Individual health issues. Child-rearing. Full-time jobs. Decades between degrees. Semesters on pause. Steady, slow progression. Then COVID-19.
There have...
Speed School banner bearer hailed as ‘one of the best engineering students in 30 years’
Michael Gaunt was selected as the December 2020 Speed School of Engineering Banner Bearer because of his exceptionally high GPA in both his BS...
‘UofL is in my DNA:’ Graduate earns his degree while serving as a Los Angeles police officer
Before he had the chance to finish his degree at UofL, Louisville native William Dorsey Jones Jr. moved to Los Angeles in the spring...
‘It’s been a wild ride:’ UofL students reflect on graduating in the middle of a global pandemic
On Dec. 12, UofL will host commencement featuring traditional elements like “Pomp and Circumstance” and messages from the president, deans and provost.
Unsurprisingly, however, the...
Nursing school grad focused on caring for women and children in Tanzania
The coronavirus pandemic has presented obstacles for students, but it hasn’t stopped senior and nursing major Cierra Battle from making post-graduation plans.
With the help...
Army vet set to graduate after finding acceptance, support at UofL
U.S. Army veteran Nicholas Kridos wasn’t proud of his grade point average. The 1.6 from his first attempt at college got him turned down...
UofL grad, named Student Nurse of the Year, strives for greatness in every task
During her academic career at the University of Louisville, Tiffany Mills has made her mark as a leader.
"When you read Tiffany's accomplishments on paper,...
Historic commencement set for Dec. 12
When UofL’s first virtual commencement launches at 4 p.m. Dec. 12, it will be a history-in-the-making event.
Participants will see — via video — many...