The following local residents have earned their degree from Western Governors University. The online, nonprofit university held its commencement ceremonies in the spring and summer of this year to celebrate the recent graduation of more than 10,000 students from across the country.

·        Lindsey Blair of Richmond Hill earned a Master of Science, Nursing - Leadership and Management (RN to MSN) degree.

·        Ryan Books of Richmond Hill earned a Bachelor of Arts, Special Education degree.

·        Jolene Kispert of Richmond Hill earned a Master of Education, Learning and Technology degree.

·        Tiara Marshall of Richmond Hill earned a Bachelor of Science, Cybersecurity and Information Assurance degree.