<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><item href="/news/2026/May-graduation.aspx" dsn="blogs"><featured>true</featured><pubDate>05/08/2026 02:36:00 PM</pubDate><title>Lawson State Community College Celebrates May 2026 Commencement</title><description>Lawson State Community College awarded more than 300 degrees and certificates during its May 8 commencement ceremony, marking one of the largest graduating classes in recent years. Graduates ranged in age from 17 to 71 and represented dozens of academic and workforce programs. The ceremony featured remarks from President Cynthia Anthony and student speakers, highlighting perseverance, opportunity and the power of community support as graduates move on to careers and four year universities.
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