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Each year, on the Thursday before Spring Commencement, Kentucky State University holds its Nursing Pinning Ceremony. A time-honored tradition, the pinning formalizes the transition from student to professional nurse. This year, 15 students were pinned. 

The modern pinning ceremony dates back to the 19th century when Florence Nightingale was honored with the Red Cross of St. George for her care of wounded soldiers during the Crimean War. As a nurse academic, Nurse Nightingale, in turn, presented medals of excellence to selected nursing students. Currently, the pin is a symbol of the practice of nursing and the educational preparation of the wearer.  

Students also receive a rose to symbolize their official entry and welcome into the nursing profession.  

Congratulations to the nursing Class of 2022!  

BSN Graduate:  

Jessica Turner  

AAS Graduates:  

Krista Nicole Badgett 
Ashley Marie Buchanan 
Bethany Rayelle Carroll 
Kenneth Clifton Coleman 
Brandy Michelle Hammond 
Virginia Leigh Hubbard 
Ganesh Kafle 
April Nichole Perkins 
James Poullard III 
Laquita Jean Smith 
Brittany Stidham 
Isabella Maryann Stringer 
Kenadii Rochelle Williams  

RN-BSN Graduate:  

Tygrillia Williams