“The pin carries the name of AC’s program and represents our college,” said LaVon Barrett, coordinator of the vocational nursing program.
“These students have worked very hard, and this ceremony celebrates their success,” Barrett said.
The biannual nursing pinning ceremony is a celebration for graduating nursing students to honor their accomplishments.
The nursing program began in 1951, and the same pin used then is used today.
The event, which includes a formal ceremony with candles, is a tribute to the students and their families.
Outstanding students, such as the student with the highest grade point average and those with clinical honor awards, are recognized.
According to the AC Web site, the college offers three career pathways to students seeking a profession in nursing.
They include vocational nursing, associate degree nursing and the advanced placement option for associate degree nursing.
The programs for vocational nursing and associate degree nursing will have separate ceremonies.
The vocational pinning ceremony will be at 6 p.m. May 11 in the Amarillo High School auditorium.
About 40 graduating nursing students will be pinned.
They also will receive certificates for their completion of the 44 required hours.
After graduation, they must take an exam with the Board of Nursing to become a licensed vocational nurse.
The associate degree nursing pinning ceremony will be at 6 p.m. May 13 in the nave of Central Church of Christ at 1401 Monroe St.
The ceremony will include 57 graduating students who will receive recognition for completing the 72 course hours required for certification as well as their associate degree.
“The ceremony is a very special experience for these students,” said Carolyn Leslie, administrative assistant for the associate degree program.
“The pins they will receive symbolize their accomplishments and hard work.”
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