DUBUQUE, IOWA (July 26, 2021) — The University of Dubuque celebrated its 169th commencement with three in-person commencement ceremonies Saturday, May 1, 2021, in the Chlapaty Recreation and Wellness Center.

HOMETOWN, STATE; NAME, DEGREE(S), HONORS (if listed)

Aledo, IL

David Schultz, Doctor of Ministry

Bettendorf, IA

Ben Berger, Bachelor of Science

Mia Bruty, Bachelor of Science

Andrew Dresselhaus, Bachelor of Business Administration

Camanche, IA

Dylan Hundley, Bachelor of Science

Clinton, IA

Shauna McAleer, Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Brenna Seeser, Bachelor of Arts, Cum Laude

Davenport, IA

Lyndy Holdt, Bachelor of Science, Cum Laude

Nathan Pauli, Bachelor of Science

De Witt, IA

Jared Haack, Bachelor of Arts, Magna Cum Laude

Fulton, IL

MiKayla Medendorp, Bachelor of Science, Magna Cum Laude

Rapids City, IL

Caroline Ferguson, Bachelor of Arts

Silvis, IL

Alexia Garza, Bachelor of Arts

Walcott, IA

Garvin Paper, Bachelor of Arts

Nearly 400 students were eligible to participate in the in-person ceremonies. Gail Hayes PhD, dean for academic affairs, graduate and adult studies, delivered the commencement address, titled "Lessons in the Rearview Mirror."

The University of Dubuque Theological Seminary held a virtual commencement ceremony Saturday, May 1, 2021. Thirty-nine students received degrees and five students earned certificates. Rev Eric Hoey, pastor of Presbyterian Church of Henderson, Kentucky, delivered the commencement address titled, "Navigating the Ups and Downs of Ministry."

About University of Dubuque

University of Dubuque is a private university offering undergraduate, graduate, and theological seminary degrees as well as other educational opportunities with the intention of educating and forming the whole person. Founded in 1852, UD is home to over 2,200 students. Visit www.dbq.edu

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