Campbell Graduates 80 students from the Camp Lejeune Program

     As Pomp and Circumstance was played by the Trexler Middle School band, graduates clad in caps and gowns walked down the aisle in the Base Theatre. On June 1, 2007, Campbell University’s Camp Lejeune program graduated 80 students.
     “I love the professors. They were so knowledgeable and experienced,” said Kendra Gregg, who received her BS in social science/history. “I am finally finished and ready to start my career.”
     Major General Robert C. Dickerson, Commanding General, Marine Corps, Installations East, was the guest speaker.
     “Your sacrifice will not go unnoticed,” said Dickerson.
     He gave credit to the graduates for completing their degrees, especially since some of them had to add extra years of study because of their deployment overseas. He ended his speech with a “hoorah” and the crowd cheered in appreciation.
Tom Harris, associate dean of the extended campuses, said, “I’m proud of these students that are able to accomplish their goal. Completing a bachelor’s degree in an environment where there are so many competing demands- time, war and families. It is amazing they find time and have the commitment.”
     To find out more about Campbell University’s Camp Lejeune program contact Miriam Foster, Academic/SOC Counselor, at 910.451.3097 or email fosterm@campbell.edu.
Photo Caption - Campbell University graduated 80 students from the Camp Lejeune program. Tom Harris, associate dean for the extended campus stands at the front of the group. Photo by Shannon Ryals.