Virginia Western Community College will hold its Commencement ceremony Friday, May 9, at the Berglund Center. 

The ceremony, which will honor graduates from the fall 2024 and spring and summer 2025 semesters, starts at 6:30 p.m. There are 423 students expected to attend, with 549 degrees and certificates being awarded. 

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Dr. Robert Sandel, retiring this summer after 24 years as Virginia Western president, will serve as keynote speaker for May 9 Commencement  – News from Virginia Western