6 locals graduate from UNL

Nearly 3,000 degrees were awarded during commencement exercises May 8 and 9 at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, including six from either Kimball, Potter or Harrisburg.

Shawn Robert Nagel of Kimball graduated from the College of Arts and Science with a bachelor of science degree.

Kirstie Anna Smith of Potter graduated from the College of Fine and Performing Arts with a bachelor of arts degree with distinction. She also received a bachelor of science degree with distinction from the College of Arts and Sciences.

Kaleb James Thomas of Potter graduated from the College of Arts and Sciences with a bachelor of science degree with highest distinction.

Danielle Faith Jones of Potter graduated from the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources with a bachelor of science degree in veterinary science.

Robert James Olsen of Harrisburg graduated from the College of Engineering with a bachelor of science degree in agricultural engineering.

Ashley Marie Harrison of Harrisburg graduated from the College of Education and Human Sciences with a bachelor of science degree in education and human sciences.

Patricia Crews, Willa Cather Professor of Textiles, Merchandising and Fashion Design and founding director of the International Quilt Student Center and Museum, gave the address at the May 8 graduate degree ceremony at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Barbara Hendricks, opera singer and UNL alumna, delivered the address at the undergraduate ceremony May 9 at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., author and environmental attorney, addressed law graduates May 9 in a ceremony at the Lied Center for Performing Arts.

The graduates were from 39 states and 28 countries.