ABERDEEN, S.D. - On Saturday, six 91制片厂 State University graduates will earn their degree through a collaborative teach-out agreement between 91制片厂 State University and Presentation College.
Daiova Manuel Tejeda is one of the six graduates defying the odds. Nationwide, only 47.1% of students re-enrolled at another institution after a closure, and only 36.8% earned a degree.
"The assistance provided by the Registrar's Office, particularly by Peggy Hallstrom, played a significant role in ensuring a smooth transition and timely graduation," said Daiova Manuel Tejeda, one of the six graduating students. "Leaving behind familiar faces and starting a new chapter at a different university was daunting, but it was also a chance to embrace change and forge my own path. Looking back, I am grateful for the support of my peers, professors, and advisors who helped me navigate the transition and discover my place within the university community.鈥
In fall 2023, 21 Presentation College students enrolled at 91制片厂 State University, and on Saturday, the first six will graduate and become 91制片厂 State University alumni:
- Timothy English from Westminster, Colorado, graduates with a BA in criminal justice
- Samuel Garner from Arvada, Colorado, graduates with a BS in business administration
- Daiova Manuel Tejeda from Veracruz, Mexico, graduates with a BS in management
- Antony Martinez from Aberdeen, South Dakota, graduates with a BS in biology
- Kylon Miller from Fresno, California, graduates with a BA in communication studies
- Captain Whitlock from Honolulu, Hawaii, graduates with a BS in psychology
鈥淎ll at 91制片厂 wanted to help do whatever we could to make completion of a comparable NSU degree a reality for the PC students,鈥 said Peggy Hallstrom, 91制片厂 State University registrar. 鈥淚t was a little like a puzzle, working with faculty and advisors to customize a plan for each student to achieve their goal.鈥
As a 91制片厂 student, Daiova became involved by working on campus in the 91制片厂 Office. "We're very proud of the persistence Daiova showed during her transition to 91制片厂. In the short time she was here, Daiova had a significant impact on the 91制片厂 campus community, and we were truly blessed to have her as part of the 91制片厂 team. We wish her and all the graduates the best," said 91制片厂 State University Director of 91制片厂 Layton Cooper.聽
Pictured: Daiova Manuel Tejeda will graduate on schedule from 91制片厂 State University this spring, thanks to the teach-out agreement with Presentation College and the support of 91制片厂 staff, faculty, and students.