May 15, 2006
Commencement Photos Spring 2006
by Sun Min, Pete Rosenbery
Proud of mom – Jamie Lynn Follis, center, of Carterville (314 W. Idaho Ave.) stands outside the SIU Arena Saturday, May 13, with her daughters, 18-month-old Dara, left, and 4-year-old Sidney at Southern Illinois University Carbondale commencement ceremonies for the College of Education and Human Services. Follis earned a bachelor’s degree in special education. Follis’ husband is Steve Follis, and she is the daughter of Pam and Tim Kulik.
Photo by Steve Buhman
Getting it just right — Patsy Camp, left, takes a moment to adjust stepdaughter Danielle J. Wheeler’s gown prior to Southern Illinois University Carbondale commencement ceremonies for the College of Education and Human Services, Saturday, May 13, at the SIU Arena. Wheeler, of Mount Vernon, (18276 N. Dirt Rider Lane) earned a bachelor’s degree in elementary education and currently plans to work as a substitute teacher. Looking on are Danielle’s father, Jack Camp, and her son, Nicholas.
Photo by Steve Buhman
A few moments away — Akira C. Wright, of Calumet City (298 Beasley) waits a few moments while her cousin, Brittany Nash, adjusts her necklace prior to Southern Illinois University Carbondale commencement exercises for the College of Education and Human Services on Saturday, May 13 at the SIU Arena. Wright earned a bachelor’s degree in community health and plans to pursue graduate school at the University of Illinois-Chicago. She is the daughter of Helen Wright.
Photo by Steve Buhman
Remembering her husband – Hillery Ann Martin, right, of Carbondale ((2301 S. Illinois Ave.) proudly shows her mortarboard in support of her husband and U.S. troops in Iraq during Southern Illinois University Carbondale commencement exercises for the College of Applied Sciences and Arts, Saturday, May 13, at the SIU Arena. Hillery, the daughter-in-law of Linda S. Martin, the assistant dean in the College of Science at SIUC, earned a bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene. She will be moving to Fort Campbell, Ky., to await her husband’s return from Iraq. Her husband, Andrew Martin, graduated from SIUC in 2005 with a degree in administration of justice.
Photo by Steve Buhman
A shining moment —Tamara Orr, right, of Carterville (818 Crain St.) gets a congratulatory hug from her mother, Devena Horton, of the Quad Cities, during Southern Illinois University Carbondale commencement exercises for the College of Applied Sciences and Arts, Saturday, May 13, at the SIU Arena. Orr earned a bachelor’s degree in fashion design merchandising.
Photo by Steve Buhman
On to the future – Joseph H. Bockhold of Camp Point graduated from Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s College of Agricultural Sciences at commencement ceremonies Saturday, May 13, at Shryock Auditorium. Bockhold is the son of Henry and Joyce Bockhold of Camp Point (1961 N. 1550th Ave.). He earned a bachelor’s degree in agricultural systems production.
Photo by Russell Bailey
Building for the future — Brooks M. Davey, center, is flanked by proud parents, Jon and Libby Davey of Carbondale (254 Spring Arbor Drive) prior to Southern Illinois University Carbondale College of Agricultural Sciences commencement exercises Saturday, May 13, at Shryock Auditorium. Davey earned a bachelor’s degree in forestry and plans to attend graduate school.
Photo by Russell Bailey
A crowning achievement -- Nicholas Alan Martin of Bushnell graduated from Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s College of Agricultural Sciences at commencement ceremonies Saturday, May 13, at Shryock Auditorium. Nicholas is the son of Terry and Elaine Martin of Bushnell (16650 Illinois Highway 9). He earned a bachelor’s degree in plant and soil science.
Photo by Russell Bailey
A proud Saluki alumnus – Heidi Lynn Badgley can now claim that title after graduating from Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s College of Science during commencement exercises Saturday, May 13, at Shryock Auditorium. Badgley earned a bachelor’s degree in biological sciences. She is the daughter of Kevin and Collette Badgley of Grand Chain (500 W. Second).
Photo by Russell Bailey
Central Illinois connection — Elizabeth M. Hillard of Monticello, left, and Gerri R. Bernard of Arcola graduated from Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s College of Science during commencement exercises Saturday, May 13, at Shryock Auditorium. Hillard earned a bachelor’s degree in zoology and plans to work as a researcher for the SIUC Cooperative Wildlife Research Laboratory. She is the daughter of Edward and Michelle Hillard of Monticello (310 N. Chaucer Blvd.) Bernard earned a bachelor’s degree in physics and plans to pursue a graduate degree in materials science at the University of Michigan. She is the daughter of Tina and Steve Joergens of Arcola (235 Circle Dr.).
Photo by Russell Bailey
It’s finally here — Destiny M. Stewart of Vergennes smiles as she holds her diploma holder after commencement exercises for Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s College of Science on Saturday, May 13 at Shryock Auditorium. Stewart earned a bachelor’s degree in chemistry. She is the daughter of Tim and Melinda Stewart of Vergennes (1611 Blacklock Road).
Photo by Russell Bailey
Aww Mom -- Barb Guill shows her motherly delight with her son’s graduation from Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s College of Liberal Arts after commencement exercises Friday, May 12 at the SIU Arena. Her son, Michael Joseph Guill, earned a bachelor’s degree in history. The Guill's are from Des Plaines ( 2111 Chase Ave.)
Photo by Steve Buhman
Last-minute smiles -- Kenya Denise Taylor, left, and Mallory Lynn Schero pose for a photo as they prepare to graduate from Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s College of Liberal Arts at commencement exercises Friday, May 12 at the SIU Arena. Taylor and Schero each graduated with bachelor’s degrees in speech communication. Taylor lives in Edwardsville (1312 Apt. C Troy Road) and Schero lives in Elmwood Park (1824 North 78th Court).
Photo by Steve Buhman
Hang on sis’ – Lindsay Christine Stella, center, just about ends up in the water but is saved by her sister, Natalie, left, and brother, Nicholas, after Southern Illinois University Carbondale College of Liberal Arts commencement exercises Friday, May 12, at the SIU Arena. Stella earned a bachelor’s degree in pre-professional English. Natalie will start at SIUC in the fall and has already made the Saluki cheerleading squad. Nicholas, who is 10, also wants to attend SIUC and major in aviation flight. Archer and Vikki Stella of Naperville (1616 Canyon Run Road) are the proud parents of this crew.
Photo by Steve Buhman
All smiles – Maria Edington Damico of Gray Summit, Mo. (658 Tucker Hill) received her bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance during May 13 graduation ceremonies for the College of Business and Administration at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. Damico was also an SIU softball player. She is the daughter of Lawrence and Cathy Damico.
Photo by Russell Bailey
A big day – Terrell Jones of Chicago (6348 S. Ellis) received his bachelor’s degree in marketing during May 13 commencement ceremonies for the College of Business and Administration at Southern Illinois University Carbondale.
Photo by Russell Bailey
Relief – Graham Sellers of Rantoul (1049 North Drive) received his bachelor's degree in management information systems during May 13 graduation ceremonies for the College of Business and Administration at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. He is the son of Kathy Sellers.
Photo by Russell Bailey
Sharing a special day – Casey Craig of Willisville (417 W. Maple) stands with his girlfriend, Christen McGill, right, after receiving a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering during May 13 graduation ceremonies for the College of Engineering at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. Craig plans to pursue a master’s in business administration at SIUC. He is the son of Loren and Linda Craig
Photo by Russell Bailey
Like a rock – Erin Heaton of Mount Carmel (228 David Ave.) received a bachelor’s degree in engineering during May 13 graduation ceremonies for the College of Engineering at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. She is the daughter of Ed and Kelley Heaton.
Photo by Russell Bailey
Glad it’s over – Matthew P. Ziakis of Shorewood (305 Robin Hill Drive) received a bachelor’s degree in industrial technology during May 13 commencement ceremonies for the College of Engineering at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. He plans to pursue a job as a land surveyor. He is the son of Bonnie and Terry Ziakis.
Photo by Russell Bailey
Proud parents – Joe Crocker of Mount Vernon (17265 N. Tolle Lane) is surrounded by his mother, Rita, left, and father, Don Crocker, after he received a juris doctorate degree during May 13 commencement ceremonies of the Southern Illinois University School of Law in Carbondale. Crocker will work in the Office of the Assistant State’s Attorney in Cook County.
Photo by Steve Buhman
Holding it together – Justin Guler of Frankfort (20614 W. Graceland) holds his niece, Jessie, left, and nephew, Jordan, after receiving a juris doctorate degree during May 13 commencement ceremonies of the Southern Illinois University School of Law in Carbondale. Guler is the son of Robert and Vicki Guler.
Photo by Steve Buhman
Everything’s coming up roses – Emily Scott of Rock Island proudly shows her diploma holder after receiving a juris doctorate degree during May 13 commencement ceremonies of the Southern Illinois University School of Law in Carbondale. Scott is the daughter of Billi and Mary Scott.
Photo by Steve Buhman
Time to celebrate – Michael Deponai of Champaign (1509 Gridge Point Land) holds his son, Caleb, after receiving a bachelor’s degree in cinema and photography during May 13 commencement ceremonies for the College of Mass Communication and Media Arts at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. He is the son of John and Jennifer Deponai.
Photo by Steve Buhman
Capturing the moment – Gretchen Kimmel, left, of Springfield takes a snapshot with fellow graduate, Lauren King, of Crystal Lake after receiving their bachelor’s degrees in cinema and photography during May 13 commencement ceremonies for the College of Mass Communication and Media Arts at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. Kimmel is the daughter of Scott Kimmel and Kate Bucherand. King is the daughter of John Mikaelian and Janine King.
Photo by Steve Buhman
Lights, camera, action – Jared Thorpe of Roscoe received a bachelor’s degree in cinema and photography during May 13 commencement ceremonies for the College of Mass Communication and Media Arts at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. Thorpe is heading to Hollywood to intern at the American Film Institute. He is the son of Greg and Donna Thorpe.
Photo by Steve Buhman
