Oskaloosa, Iowa - William Penn University is pleased to announce that Nicki Lee Thomas and Carmen Cristina Wetzel both of Bettendorf, Iowa, and Nannette L. Sims of Davenport, Iowa, have been named to the Dean's List for the spring 2013 semester. To be included on the Dean's List, a student must complete at least 12 hours of credit with a grade point average of 3.5 - 3.89 on a 4.0 scale.

Lisa Ann Lacy of Davenport, Iowa, has been named to the President's List for the spring 2013 semester. To be included on the President's List, a student must complete at least 12 hours of credit with a minimum grade point average of 3.9 on a 4.0 scale.

William Penn University in Oskaloosa, Iowa offers both post-secondary and adult education programs. Founded by Quakers in 1873, we strive to provide a vibrant learning community where all students grow intellectually, socially, and spiritually through academic, creative and athletic pursuits. For more information, visit the university's website at www.wmpenn.edu or call 1-800-779-7366.

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SUPERIOR, WIS. - Theresa Bryant of Davenport, Iowa has earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Communicating Arts from the University of Wisconsin-Superior.

Students completing their degrees were invited to participate in the university's Commencement held May 18, 2013, in Wessman Arena on the UW-Superior campus.

UW-Superior engages students for lifelong learning and rewarding careers through more than 27 undergraduate and graduate programs offered on campus along with degrees offered through distance learning. The university is a member of the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges and plays a central role in the University of Wisconsin System's Growth Agenda for Wisconsin.

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SAINT PAUL, MN (07/16/2013)(readMedia)-- Sydney Quandt of East Moline graduated from Bethel University, St. Paul, following the spring 2013 semester. Quandt earned a BA in Youth Ministry. She is the daughter of Jim and Julie Quandt from East Moline, IL.

Bethel University is a leader in Christ-centered higher education with approximately 6,600 students from 48 states and 25 countries enrolled in undergraduate, graduate, seminary, and adult education programs. Based in St. Paul, Minn., with additional seminary locations on both coasts, Bethel offers rigorous bachelor's and advanced degrees in nearly 100 relevant fields. For further information on Bethel University, go to www.bethel.edu.

FAYETTE, IA (07/15/2013)(readMedia)-- Upper Iowa University is pleased to announce the names of its 2013 graduates, degree earned and respective honors.

Summa cum laude is awarded to those with a 3.8 to 4.0 GPA; magna cum laude (3.6-3.79 GPA), and cum laude (3.3-3.59 GPA).

Upper Iowa University has 19 U.S. off-campus education centers, a traditional residential campus in Fayette, international centers in Hong Kong and Malaysia, as well as an extensive online program and an independent study program. About 2,000 students who completed their associate, bachelor or master degrees through these UIU offerings graduated in the UIU ceremonies. Of those, 700 graduated from the Fayette location, more than 1,000 completed their degree at a U.S. center, 500 graduated through online or independent study programs, and 250 were from the international centers. UIU is one of the most diverse universities in Iowa. In all, the graduates represented 36 states and 14 nations.

About Upper Iowa University

Founded in 1857, Upper Iowa University is a private, not-for-profit university providing undergraduate and graduate degree programs and leadership development opportunities to some 6,200 students-nationally and internationally-at its Fayette campus and learning centers worldwide. Upper Iowa University is a recognized innovator in offering accredited, quality programs through flexible, multiple delivery systems, including online and self-paced degree program. For more information, visit www.uiu.edu.

La Crosse, Wis. - The following students completed degree requirements at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse in May. The 103rd annual Spring Commencement was held at the La Crosse Center Sunday, May 19.

UW-La Crosse, founded in 1909, is one of the 13 four-year institutions in the University of Wisconsin System.

UW-L has nearly 10,200 full and part-time students enrolled in 91 undergraduate programs, 17 master's degree offerings and three certificate degrees.

UW-La Crosse - www.uwlax.edu - is the state's top-ranked public or private higher education institution by the US News & World Reports for master's degree institutions and has been ranked among the top four Midwestern public institutions during the past decade. UW-L is listed annually among Kiplinger's Top 100 Best Values and "Military Friendly Schools" by G.I. Jobs.

Students earning degrees in May included Alison Boll of Davenport with a Bachelor of Science degree in Archaeological Studies.

GREENVILLE, IL- ??Ansley DeVrieze of Moline graduated from Greenville College on May 31, 2013. Ansley graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology.

Greenville College is a four-year accredited Christian liberal arts school with more than 1,500 undergraduate and graduate students. Founded in 1892 and affiliated with the Free Methodist Church, the college is located in Greenville, Illinois, 45 miles east of St. Louis.

Mankato, MN...The Academic High Honor and Honor lists (Dean's lists) for the past spring semester at Minnesota State University, Mankato have been announced by Interim Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs Dr. Linda Baer.

Among the 3,032 students listed, a total of 735 students qualified for the High Honor List by achieving a 4.0 straight "A" average, while 2,297 students earned a 3.5 to 3.99 average to qualify for the Honor List.
To qualify for academic honors, undergraduate students must be enrolled for at least 12 credit hours for the semester.

Jamie Fleetwood of Davenport was named to the Honor List

Minnesota State Mankato, a comprehensive university with 15,413 students, is part of the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities system, which comprises 31 state institutions.

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (July 11, 2013) - Teri Anson of Davenport graduated Magna Cum Laude from Mount Mercy University with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. Commencement exercises were held at the Cedar Rapids Ice Arena Sunday, May 19.

The following have been named to the spring 2013 Dean's List at Mount Mercy University. Students with a semester grade point average of 3.60 or better, and who are graded (letter grade, not pass/fail) for six or more semester hours, are eligible for inclusion on the Dean's List.

Dana Ewan of Bettendorf, Katelyn Bishop of Davenport, and Taylor Eaker of Moline.

About Mount Mercy University

Located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Mount Mercy enrolls over 1,800 students and offers 35 majors and as many minors in eight academic departments. The university also has four graduate programs. For more information on Mount Mercy University, visit www.mtmercy.edu.

Located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Mount Mercy University is the regional Catholic, Mercy University that promises students of diverse backgrounds, ages and faiths a challenging, practical education that inspires them to discover knowledge, build community and lead courageous lives. Mount Mercy offers baccalaureate and graduate education to more than 1,800 enrolled students and uniquely blends liberal arts education with professional preparation.

ATLANTA (07/12/2013)(readMedia)-- Editor's note: Emory University sent notification on July 11, 2013 that the graduation announcements for the university's commencement sent on June 28, 2013 contained the incorrect degree information for each student. Below is the corrected information for each student.

The following received a degree from Emory University in Atlanta, Ga., at its 168th commencement ceremony.

Sarah Dooley of Bettendorf, Iowa (52722) received a Bachelor of Arts from Emory College of Arts and Sciences of Emory University on May 13, 2013.

Ann Wolber of Sterling, Ill. (61081) received a Bachelor of Science from Emory College of Arts and Sciences of Emory University on May 13, 2013.

Emory University is known for its demanding academics, outstanding undergraduate experience, highly ranked professional schools and state-of-the-art research facilities. Emory encompasses nine academic divisions as well as the Michael C. Carlos Museum, The Carter Center, the Yerkes National Primate Research Center and Emory Healthcare, Georgia's largest and most comprehensive health care system.

OXFORD, OH (07/11/2013)(readMedia)-- Margaret Ellen Benson, of Sterling, IL (61081) was among 3,678 students from Miami University who received degrees during spring commencement exercises Saturday, May 11

at Yager Stadium. Benson received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree .

Miami University is a public university located in southwestern Ohio, offering more than 100 degree programs in humanities, science, engineering, business, education and fine arts.

Students with more than one listing have earned additional degrees or honors.

Additionally, Benson was named to the Miami University president's list.

Miami University students who are ranked in the top three percent of undergraduate students within each division for second semester 2012-13 have been named to the president's list recognizing academic excellence.

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