Columbia Southern University Graduation
The document details the proceedings of the Columbia Southern University 2014 Morning Ceremony graduation. Key segments included welcome remarks by the Provost and Chief Academic Officer, introduction of the platform party which featured the Faculty of the Year, various academic directors, the Board of Trustees Chairman, the President, the keynote speaker Lieutenant Colonel Oliver North, and others. The Mayor of Orange Beach offered welcome remarks, acknowledging the graduates' perseverance and the contributions of the university to the community. A state senator also provided congratulations. The ceremony included the presentation of the colors and the national anthem, an invocation, and recognition of various groups including CSU Vietnam campus graduates, military members/veterans, and public safety personnel/First Responders. Awards were presented, including the Robert G May Senior Distinguished Faculty of the Year award to Dr. Shaney Wilford. The conferring of Doctoral degrees and Master's degrees was conducted by the Chairman of the Board of Trustees and the President, respectively, followed by the presentation of diplomas.