Sixty-five SKYCTC nursing students honored at Pining Ceremony

Cave City, Ky. – Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College (SKYCTC) honored 65 Registered Nursing (RN) students from its Bowling Green and Glasgow campuses during its annual Nursing Pinning Ceremony held Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at the Cave Area Conference Center.

The ceremony marked the completion of the Associate in Applied Science degree in Nursing for the RN graduates, symbolizing their transition from students to professional nurses.

“Nursing school is incredibly demanding, and only those who have experienced it can truly understand the level of commitment required,” said Dr. Angie Harlan, dean of Allied Health and Nursing at SKYCTC. “These graduates have shown they possess the qualities, dedication, and passion necessary to excel in one of the most highly regarded ethical professions in the United States.”

RN Students Honored

Adair County
Rosaleigh Maulden

Allen County
Camryn Carter, Natalie Crabtree, Brianna Harp, Juliya Villarreal, Jesse Williams

Barren County
Natalie Bailey, Justin Beaty, Sierra Blair, Crystal Codner, Gracey Deckard, Kira Garrett, Jason Gibson, Meagan Hall, Makayla Hishmeh, Payden Houchens, Kelsey London, Sally Lyons, Jessica Orlando, Carey Spears, Emma Stewart, Lily Sturgeon, Madison Woodcock

Butler County
Holly Phelps, Hope Phelps

Daviess County
McKensie Clark

Edmonson County
Brianna Ashley, Jessica Lindsey

Hart County
Jennifer Darr, Kellie Meredith, Hollie Sims

Logan County
Keylin Mendez, Chloe Whitescarver

Metcalfe County
Shaunda Ballard, Konnor Gallagher

Monroe County
Makayla Irvin, Gracie Page, Baylee Ray, Jocelyn Stinson, Aubrey Woods, Olivia Yokley

Simpson County
Brenda Bennett, Catlin Key, Alaina Neely, Sheena Phillips, Angela Witt

Taylor County
Kayleigh Burch

Warren County
Hannah Anthony, Lensey Bell, Veronica Calix, Tayler Choate, Isabella Cisneros, Karsen Cox, Sarah Eddings, Julia Fox, Amber Griffith, Whitney Hunt, Walago Jokem, Kalab Mulat, Ashley Navarrete, Lauren Shehan, Jackeline Tallent, Aaron Villanueva, Hannah Wilson, Clara Nesbitt

Awards and Scholarships

Representatives from regional health care facilities presented awards and scholarships to the following students:

• Golden Bandage Scissors Award (highest GPA), presented by TJ Regional Health: Hannah Anthony
• T.J. Pledge 6 C’s Award, presented by TJ Regional Health: Jocelyn Stinson, Aubrey Woods, Baylee Ray, Kellie Meredith, Jessica Lindsey
• Med Center Health Excellence in Nursing Award: Veronica Calix
• Med Center Health Mission, Vision, and Values Award: Lily Sturgeon
• Dr. Frist Commitment to Patient Excellence Award, presented by TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital: Lauren Shehan
• Monroe County Medical Center Accountability and Leadership Award: Gracie Page
• Ann K. Rogers Nursing Award, presented by the Glasgow Business and Professional Women’s Club: Hollie Sims
• Dr. Jimmy T. Isenberg Nursing Award: Jocelyn Stinson
• Courtney Poynter Memorial Award: Jessica Orlando
• Stephanie Shirley Better Way Award, presented by NHC Healthcare: Hannah Wilson
• Clearview Compassionate Clinical Nurse Award, presented by Glenview and Barren County Nursing and Rehabilitation: Julia Fox
• Heroic “Hart” Award, presented by Signature HealthCARE of Hart County: Madison Woodcock
• Signature of Glasgow Sacred Seven Award, presented by Signature HealthCARE of Hart County: Jennifer Darr
• Mollie Carmon Obstetrical Award: Jackeline Tallent
• Mental Health Award: Jessica Orlando
• Perfect Attendance Award: Justin Beaty, Crystal Codner, Jennifer Darr, Julia Fox, Kira Garrett, Meagan Hall, Makayla Irvin, Sally Lyons, Baylee Ray, Hollie Sims, Emma Stewart, Olivia Yokley

SKYCTC’s Registered Nursing program continues to receive national recognition for excellence. Both the Glasgow and Bowling Green campuses have been recognized by RegisteredNursing.org for their outstanding performance.

Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College has been educating highly trained nurses for the region since 1957.

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