Kutztown
Kutztown University confirmed the awarding of 441 degrees this winter. Commencement exercises were held Dec. 14; however, students had until the end of the winter session in January to complete all graduation requirements.
Local graduates who received bachelor's degrees include: Hirschel Barton, Pottsville, mathematics; Mitchell Bensinger, Orwigsburg, leisure and sport studies; Michael Cardena Kramer, Pine Grove, history; Justin Roberts, Coaldale, criminal justice; Jacob Seibel, Tamaqua, English/professional writing; Stefanee Smith, Williamstown, elementary education/pre K-4; Nicole Stevens, Orwigsburg, special education/elementary education; Kelsey Weachock, Pottsville, special education/elementary education; Sarah Wychunas, Orwigsburg, business administration/management.