The University of Tampa virtually hosted its 150th commencement on May 9 to honor 1,752 degree-seeking candidates.
The following local students graduated from The University of Tampa.
Danielle Minella, of Brewster, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Public Health.
Madison Nylander, of Patterson, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Allied Health.
For the first time ever, due to the unprecedented circumstances that the COVID-19 pandemic has brought upon campus life, The University of Tampa hosted a virtual commencement to honor the 1,752 degree-seeking candidates. The event was viewed online by the students, their family members and friends, UT faculty and staff members, and the general public. The ceremony included remarks by President Ronald Vaughn, special messages from the academic deans and student challenge speakers. Additionally, each graduate received a personalized video commemorating their achievement.