Graduation List
NOTE TO MEDIA: Lists of the graduates are linked below, categorized by state. Graduation information is certified by the Baylor University registrar's office.
December 2012 Out of State Graduates
Baylor University Held Winter Commencement Ceremonies Dec. 15
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WACO, Texas (Jan. 9, 2012) - At the majestic sound of Pomp and Circumstance, another class of Baylor students walked forward to mark the completion of their studies during the university's winter commencement exercises on Saturday, Dec. 15. The two ceremonies were presided over by Baylor President Ken Starr and take place at the Ferrell Center, 1900 S. University Parks Drive.
The first ceremony began at 9:30 a.m. for graduates of the College of Arts and Sciences, Honors College and Graduate School. The second ceremony began at 2:30 p.m. for graduates of the Hankamer School of Business, School of Education, School of Engineering and Computer Science, School of Music, Louise Herrington School of Nursing, School of Social Work and Graduate School.
Graduates were led by the Bearer of the Mace, an honor bestowed upon emeritus professors Judith R. Lusk, Professor Emeritus of Family and Consumer Sciences (1986-2011), and A. Dale Allen, Professor Emeritus of Management (1978-2002). The Mace - a symbol of authority used in all commencement exercises - is comprised of a golden sword linked with two walking canes once belonging to former Baylor President Rufus C. Burleson and Gen. Sam Houston. The sword was presented to Cyrus Baylor by President Andrew Jackson for his bravery in the War of 1812.
As members of the university's administration, invocations were given by Lisa Hoxworth, assistant to the associate vice president for operations planning and budget director, and Elida Garza, transfer evaluation coordinator in the Office of the Registrar. Closing benedictions were given by Jerry H. Webb and Lewis E. Lee, both honored guests of graduating students.
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