Redlands Community College recently celebrated the class of 2025 with the graduation of nearly 200 students during its Spring commencement ceremony that included a keynote address from Chancellor Sean Burrage, the chief executive officer for the Oklahoma State System of Higher Education.
"This graduating class exemplifies resilience and academic excellence, setting a strong foundation for their future endeavors," said Redlands President Jena Marr. "At Redlands, we're committed to creating pathways to success, whether our students are entering the workforce immediately or continuing their educational journey at four-year institutions. The accomplishments we celebrate during commencement reflect not only individual determination but also the supportive community that makes Redlands such a transformative place to learn and grow."
Redlands’ commencement ceremony recognized the graduates who have earned degrees that have prepared them to continue their education at a four-year university or begin making an impact in the workforce. Over 50 of the students graduated with more than one degree or certificate. Graduates received associate degrees in Arts, Applied Science and Science, as well as Certificates in areas such as Artificial Insemination in Livestock, Child Development, Criminal Justice-Law Enforcement, Enterprise Development, Human/Social Services Assistant, Personal Trainer, Sustainable Food Systems Technology.
Kassidy Brinlee, Choctaw, is pinned by her mother during the nursing pinning ceremony preceding the Redlands Community College graduation.
Kassidy Brinlee, a nursing graduate from Choctaw, is prepared for her next step.
“After graduation, my next goal is to take the NCLEX and officially become a registered nurse. I’m excited to share that I already have a position lined up in the operating room at INTEGRIS Baptist,” Brinlee said.
With plans to pursue a career in sustainable agriculture, Baylee Wilbourn, from Tuttle, is looking forward to continuing her education and gaining hands-on experience in the field. She believes her experience at Redlands has prepared her well for the next phase.
“One of the most impactful parts of my time here was learning from dedicated faculty like Macey Scotten and Scotti Charmasson, who fueled my passion for agriculture and encouraged me to keep pushing forward,” Wilbourn said.
Maysen Garrett, an agriculture major from Crescent who will be continuing her education at Oklahoma State University, had a similar experience.
“My time at Redlands has been an amazing experience," Garrett added. "As a member of the livestock judging team, I spent a lot of time traveling and representing the college, but my professors were always incredibly understanding and supportive. I'd especially like to thank Spencer and Macey Scotten, as well as Scotti Charmasson, for being outstanding role models who constantly pushed me to work hard and become the best version of myself. The faculty and staff at Redlands are truly unmatched."
A college degree is a significant investment of time and money, and although Redlands hasn’t increased tuition in several years, many students work hard to save money and apply for scholarships to be able to earn their degree with very little to no debt.
Redlands Community College President Jena Marr presents Trevor Cunningham, Edmond, with the President’s Award to recognize his academic achievement of earning the highest cumulative grade point average. Six graduates were recipients of the President’s Award.
Trevor Cunningham, Edmond, worked full-time while taking classes, but he also benefited from financial aid opportunities such as scholarships. He encourages others to make that effort to apply for scholarships and other financial assistance.
“Even though I had to work hard to keep my scholarship, it all paid off in the end,” Cunningham said. “Not all of this is just by luck though. I had to put in the effort of just filling out the information and submitting it to be eligible. So if you ever think, ‘I might not get anything out of it.’ Don’t. You will never know unless you fill it out and submit it. It takes some of the stress and anxiety off of you so you can focus on staying afloat in your classes.”
Recipient of the President’s Award, Cunningham graduated with an Applied Technology degree in Digital Media Technology and plans to pursue a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering. He was also able to combine credit hours from Francis Tuttle Technology Center with courses from Redlands to earn his degree.
Alexis VanWinkle, receives her diploma during the Redlands Community College commencement ceremony.
Alexis VanWinkle, Glenpool, was active on campus, competing on the national-qualifying Academic Team and completing the necessary rigorous coursework to graduate with honors. She has been inspired by the state’s growing entertainment industry and will be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Entertainment Media at Oklahoma State University. She believes her experience at Redlands, specifically on the Academic Team, has set her up for success.
“The biggest part of my journey here at Redlands, and the reason I chose to attend in the first place, was to compete on the Academic Team. During these past two years, we have competed in tournaments against schools and universities from all across the country, including in three different national championships,” VanWinkle said. “None of this would have been possible without our incredible coaches, Cherry Rain and Melissa Hillard. They have worked tirelessly with us to help us be as successful as possible, both inside and outside of tournaments. The connections and resources that quiz bowl has given me is something that I don't think could ever be replicated or replaced.”
Commencement speaker Chancellor Sean Burrage, a member of the Choctaw Nation, is an accomplished educator, attorney, and civic leader with a distinguished background in academic leadership and state politics. He assumed the position of Oklahoma’s 10th chancellor of public higher education in December. Prior to his current position, Burrage served as vice president for Executive Affairs and chief of staff at the University of Oklahoma and was president of Southeastern Oklahoma State University. He is a former two-term Oklahoma State Senator who made significant legislative contributions, authoring over 50 bills that became law and earning recognition as the "2013 Legislator of the Year" by the Oklahoma Association for Justice.
Nursing graduates were honored during a pinning ceremony prior to commencement exercises. For a complete list of graduates and their honors, please visit www.redlandscc.edu/graduation or view them by hometown below.
Graduates are listed by hometown. This is a complete list of candidates who applied and were cleared for graduation and honors by May 1. Degrees and honors conferred are pending a final check by the Registrar.
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Brodie Jay Andrews, Associate in Arts/Certificate
Alex, OK
Heather Marie McCoy, Associate in Arts
Allen, TX
Elijah N. Obaseki, Associate in Arts
Anadarko, OK
Crystal M. Crouch, Associate in Arts
Brittney R. Foster, Certificate
Ashley Green, Associate in Arts
Tammy L. McGowen, Certificate
Adryk Z. Ware, Associate in Applied Science
Francisco D. Casas, Associate in Arts
Apache, OK
Rapunzel D. Peteet, Associate in Applied Science
Arapaho, OK
Jasmine I. Ruiz, Certificate
Atoka, OK
Aidan Blaine Shaw, Associate in Arts/Associate in Science/Certificate
Azle, TX
Cayden J. Fowler, Associate in Arts/Certificate
Bayfield, CO
Kori M. Jenkins, Associate in Science/Certificate
Binger, OK
Brody Steven DeVaughan, Associate in Arts/Certificate
Tina M. Soto, Associate in Arts
Kelsey Nicole Walsh, Associate in Arts
Kenadie D. Walsh, Associate in Applied Science
Blanchard, OK
Kari K. Price, Associate in Applied Science
Chloe Avalon Byte, Associate in Arts
Broadway, VA
Branson T. Custer, Associate in Science
Broken Arrow, OK
Sara Marie Marlow, Associate in Science
Brownwood, TX
Ashtyn Sybil Adams, Associate in Science/Certificate
Calumet, OK
Jace A. Chambless, Associate in Arts
James Finley Daughety, Associate in Arts/Associate in Science/Certificate
Allie R. Harris, Associate in Arts
Canadian, TX
Teagan A. Ash, Associate in Science/Certificate
Canute, OK
Owen B. Elliott, Associate in Science
Tiger Donavin Gillespie, Associate in Arts
Carnegie, OK
Kayci Gale Luper, Associate in Arts
Josie Morris, Associate in Arts
Ashli R. Salazar, Associate in Applied Science
Tyan Alyssa Toppah, Associate in Arts/Certificate
Carney, OK
Amber L. Coleman, Associate in Arts/Certificate
Cashion, OK
Benjamin P. Arledge, Associate in Applied ScienceTiffany Manley, Associate in Arts
Chicago, IL
Robert N. Brazelton, Associate in Arts
Chickasha, OK
Kiesha Baggett, Certificate
Tomayia L. Cole, Associate in Arts
Amanda L. Grose, Associate in Arts/Certificate
Elizabeth Ann Ward, Associate in Science
Emma B. Young, Associate in Arts
Sean R. Tallent, Associate in Arts/Certificate
Tinlee A. Schoolfield, Associate in Arts
Choctaw, OK
Kassidy Faye Brinlee, Associate in Applied Science
Kamryn R. Sutton, Associate in Arts
Clarendon, TX
Easton S. Frausto, Associate in Arts
Clinton, OK
Keniece L. Brooks, Associate in Applied Science
Angela F. Jacobsen, Associate in Arts
Stephanie Villanueva, Certificate
Keniece L. Williams, Certificate
Clinton, TN
Tristan Andrew Meier, Associate in Science
Conroe, TX
Alana B. Harris, Associate in Arts
Copperas Cove, TX
Henry J. Sanchez, Associate in Arts
Cordell, OK
Cheyann Marie Edison, Associate in Science/Certificate
Corpus Christi, TX
Miguel Oran Everett, Associate in Arts
Crescent, OK
Maysen J. Garrett, Associate in Science
Culiacan, Sinaloa, Mexico
Dulce Daniela Espinoza Ramos, Associate in Arts
Cyril, OK
Ryan Hart, Associate in Arts
Dayton, TX
Carson D. Dunham, Associate in Arts
Denver, CO
Deante M. Montgomery, Certificate
Desoto, TX
Devin Lewis, Associate in Arts/Certificate
Dover, OK
Gabrielle Sheree Cervantes, Certificate
Duncan, OK
Kaleigh M. Bowers, Certificate
Mekena D. Teague, Certificate
Chelynne M. Boucher, Certificate
Durant, OK
Easton Daniel Ford, Associate in Arts
Edmond, OK
Trevor R. Cunningham, Associate in Applied Science
Jennifer A. Hayward, Associate in Arts
Denae Lynn Junker, Associate in Science
Syed I. Mohammad, Associate in Arts/Certificate
Erin Rigsby, Associate in Applied Science
Kristina M. Snell, Certificate
Emma Ruth Knapp-Greanya, Associate in Arts
El Reno, OK
Aspen Donna Bare, Associate in Arts
Mayela Barron, Certificate
Cheyenne Brothers, Associate in Arts
Lillian Brickey, Associate in Arts
Payton Elizabeth Brickey, Associate in Arts
Clayton W. Cannon, Associate in Science/Certificate
Shelly Lee Colson, Associate in Arts
Mackenzie A. Correia, Certificate
Sabrinah L. Dunn, Associate in Applied Science
Jovanna Espinoza, Associate in Arts
Tyndal Morgan Fields, Associate in Science
Matthew R. Ford, Associate in Applied Science
Mollie K. Grogan, Associate in Arts
Cecilia M. Guerrero-Medders, Associate in Arts
Cora Yvonne Gurley, Associate in Applied Science
Desiree Dena Delores Hamilton, Associate in Arts/Certificate
Eagle S. Hamilton-Dorsett, Associate in Arts
Kiera L. Hardeman, Associate in Arts
Breanna Lynn Hollenbeck, Associate in Applied Science
Rory E. Johnson, Associate in Science/ Certificate
Charlia R. Killingsworth, Associate in Arts
Kamerin L. King, Associate in Arts
Katie Lozano Alvarez, Associate in Arts
Miklyn C. Lumpmouth, Associate in Science/Certificate
Miguel A. Moreno Salazar, Associate in Arts
Consuelo Abby Ochoa, Associate in Arts
Ashley Phillips, Certificate
India S. Powell, Associate in Arts
Aubrey J. Rakestraw, Associate in Arts
Jennifer Riggles, Associate in Applied Science
Jacqueline Michelle Rosas, Certificate
Tracie E. Sankey , Associate in Arts/Certificate
Tayler Shoopman, Associate in Arts
Brionna Spann, Associate in Arts
Charlie T. Sutherland, IV, Associate in Science/Certificate
Nina Elizabeth Vidic, Associate in Arts
Brian E. Vite, Associate in Arts
Emily R. Walker, Associate in Applied Science
Jordyn Tayler Wilson, Associate in Arts
Zoey Angel Wing, Associate in Arts
Julia Ashley Woolworth, Associate in Science/Certificate
Elk City, OK
Dusty Dixon-Arnold, Associate in Arts
Brittany Hamman, Associate in Arts
Reece J. Hightower, Associate in Science
Mayra Martinez, Associate in Arts
Marie Louise Pittser, Associate in Science
Ellsworth, WI
Cora Lynn Capatske, Associate in Science/Certificate
Enid, OK
Janeth A. Thompson, Associate in Science
Erick, OK
Kaden M. Miller, Associate in Science
Fort Worth , TX
Easton M. Andrews, Associate in Arts
Fredericksburg, TX
Allan Cade Lehne, Associate in Science/Certificate
Freeport, Bahamas
Trevon L. Adderley, Associate in Arts
Geary, OK
Emily Cassidy Cox, Associate in Arts
Glenpool, OK
Alexis Shyann VanWinkle, Associate in Arts
Grove, OK
Shaney Kay Perry, Associate in Applied Science
Guthrie, OK
Steven R. Sanders, Associate in Science/Certificate
Guymon, OK
Heidi J. Hague, Associate in Applied Science
Harrah, OK
Anita L. Hudson, Associate in Arts
Hatillo, PR
Daniel Rosado-Toledo, Associate in Arts
Hayden, ID
Allyson C. Taylor, Associate in Science
Henderson, NV
Jesse Brambilla Associate in Applied Science/Certificate
Hennessey, OK
Alvaro Valles, Associate in Arts
Hinton, OK
Angelica K. Akoneto, Certificate
Brandy Cassil, Associate in Applied Science
Kandace L. Ferguson, Associate in Applied Science/Certificate
Howard, KS
Wyatt H. Fechter, Associate in Science/Certificate
Hydro, OK
Ryder C. Klaassen, Associate in Science/Certificate
Idabel, OK
Braydee L. Bussell, Associate in Science
Jefferson, GA
Morgan Lynne McDaniel, Associate in Science
Jones, OK
Courtney L. Roe, Associate in Arts
Kansas City, MO
LeAnn Robinson, Certificate
Kiefer, OK
Parker Riley Cusick, Associate in Arts
Kingfisher, OK
Ximena Agundiz Charqueño, Associate in Arts
Kiley Banther, Associate in Arts
Noah Banther, Associate in Arts/Certificate
Brayden Lynn Hicks, Associate in Applied Science
Aline Jordan Camarena, Associate in Arts
Lucas Smith, Associate in Arts
Nathan Owen Smalley, Associate in Arts
Las Vegas, NV
Darling Vanessa Mapes, Associate in Applied Science
Laveen, AZ
Hunter M. Stevens, Associate in Science/Certificate
Lawton, OK
Mikaela B. Dees Associate in Arts
Samantha Alohalani Wells, Certificate
Joshua E. Dixon, Certificate
Marlow, OK
Shelby B. Shelton, Associate in Science/Certificate
Midwest City, OK
Matthew Minard, Associate in Applied Science
Minco, OK
Leah A. Hensley, Associate in Arts
Hannah B. Herrel, Associate in Science
Zane C. Johnson, Associate in Arts
Arthur Law, Associate in Arts
Kaitlin L. Perkins, Certificate
Kennedy Clark, Certificate
Moore, OK
Taylor N. Fields, Associate in Arts
Mustang, OK
Madison G. Adams, Associate in Arts/Certificate
Braydon M. Armstrong, Associate in Arts
Alexis G. Davis, Associate in Applied Science
John Brayden Featherstone, Associate in Applied Science
Hayden Michael Hutchins, Associate in Arts
Mallory G. Pitt, Associate in Arts/Associate in Applied Science
Newcastle, OK
Graci R. Osborn, Associate in Science
Emma Lorraine Young, Associate in Science
Ninnekah, OK
Delaney Jayne Chambers, Associate in Arts
Noble, OK
Misty R. Smith, Certificate
Norman, OK
Alexandra Rane Davenport, Certificate
Kannaika A. Scott, Associate in Arts
Brett Alezander Trease, Associate in Arts
Amanda Wood, Certificate
Okarche, OK
Kylie M. Bailey, Associate in Arts
Brody W. Sadler, Associate in Arts
Madison Schaefer, Associate in Arts
Noah A. Schaefer, Associate in Arts/Certificate
Oklahoma City, OK
Taryn Crawford, Associate in Arts
Tyler Dudley, Certificate
Tiffany L. Garcia, Associate in Applied Science
Lukus J. Harley, Associate in Applied Science
Michael Maldonado, Certificate
Madison O. Moore, Associate in Arts
Madilynn Sierra Morris, Associate in Applied Science
Jeffrey Jermaine Bell, Associate in Applied Science
Hanna Nicole Carter, Associate in Arts
Tyler Dudley, Associate in Science
Abishai E. Esparza, Associate in Arts
Kendell J. Threatt, Associate in Applied Science
Orland, CA
Will S. Ward, Associate in Science
Perry, OK
Briley G. Harman, Associate in Arts
Piedmont, OK
Parker S. Brewer, Associate in Arts
Grace Garwood, Associate in Arts
Dalton W. Hampton, Associate in Arts
Lauren Elizabeth Stephenson, Associate in Arts/Certificate
Joshua L. Strawn, Associate in Applied Science/Certificate
Ponca City, OK
Merliah V. Davis, Associate in Arts
Queensland, Australia
Billie Jade Orth, Associate in Arts
Rush Springs, OK
Miya Ingram, Certificate
Shenzhen, China
Dongni Zou, Associate in Arts
Silver Spring, MD
Jordan Kwende, Associate in Arts
Stillwater, OK
Ami N. Voss, Associate in Arts
Stratford, OK
Bryant Jase Fulks, Associate in Science
Texhoma, OK
Zoe N. Bonilla, Associate in Science/Certificate
Charley G. Thrasher, Associate in Science
Toms River, NJ
Savon L. Myers, Associate in Arts
Tulsa , OK
Nicoe R. Knighten, Associate in Arts/Certificate
Tuttle, OK
Destyn M. Emerson, Associate in Science/Certificate
John Thomas Matchen, Associate in Applied Science
Jason K. Osborn, Associate in Applied Science
Baylee Dawn Wilbourn, Associate in Science/Certificate
Union City, OK
Kaydon C. Bornemann, Associate in Arts
Walker, MO
Cole William Burch, Associate in Science/Certificate
Watonga, OK
Jera D. Burton, Associate in Arts
Waukomis, OK
Hope E. Failing, Associate in Arts
Waxahachie, TX
Cade Sims, Associate in Arts
Kash W. Thorne, Associate in Arts
Matthew D. Zmolik, Associate in Arts/Certificate
Waynoka, OK
Novaly D'Louly Gaines, Associate in Arts/Certificate
Tayen L. Redgate, Associate in Science
Weatherford OK
Elliott G. Jenkins, Associate in Arts
Grady Chad Chaplin, Associate in Science/Certificate
Devon J. Mitchell, Associate in Arts
Jeremy Wayne Pool, Associate in Applied Science
Weaverille, NC
Shelby Lynne Candler, Associate in Science/Certificate
Wewoka, OK
Eyan Broadrick Norman, Associate in Science/Certificate
Woodward, OK
Opal M. Hasty, Associate in Arts
Ethan M. Matt, Associate in Science
Yale, OK
Payton H. Glasby, Associate in Science
August K. Hoeltzel, Associate in Science
Yukon, OK
Maudie S. Carter, Certificate
Carlie R. Daniel, Associate in Applied Science
Isabella Renee Dillard, Associate in Arts
Hollye M. Edmonds, Associate in Applied Science
Keira Flenniken, Associate in Arts
Brenda M. Solórzano Flores, Associate in Applied Science
Colton Fuston, Associate in Applied Science
Jancie D. Gregory, Associate in Arts
Paige T. Ingram, Associate in Arts
Erin M. Jinkens, Associate in Arts
Desmine S. King , Certificate
Rodney W. Marr, Associate in Applied Science/Certificate
Moriah E. Mason, Associate in Arts/Associate in Applied Science
Tara K. Metcalf, Associate in Arts
Cheyenne L. Powers, Associate in Applied Science
Charles Sershon, Associate in Arts
Megan Alexandria Sorg, Associate in Arts
Seth L. Tate, Associate in Arts
Madelynn Tech, Associate in Arts
Sarah A. Venturi, Associate in Arts
Maryrose Waldren, Certificate
Katelynn M. Watts, Certificate
Zane C. Wyatt, Associate in Arts
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