Education

Hilary Carlisle of Carrollton recently received a clinical white coat from Auburn University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. The coat, presented to students at the end of their junior year, marks the transition from veterinary sciences into senior clinical rotations where students help administer patient care.

Carlisle earned an animal sciences degree in 2007 from the University of Kentucky and is a 2004 graduate of Carroll County High School. She is the daughter of Doug and Susan Carlisle of Carrollton.

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On May 9, 270 graduates crossed the stage before more than 2,000 friends and family members during the annual commencement ceremony for Jefferson Community and Technical College at the Kentucky International Convention Center.

This year, nearly 1,700 students earned about 3,500 certificates, diplomas and/or associates degrees. Among the graduates were students ranging in age from 17 to 70, representing 26 countries on five continents. The ceremony honored graduates from fall 2010 and spring and summer 2011.

The Ruth Adkinson Memorial Scholarship Fund on behalf of the Carrollton High School Class of 1950 awarded a $500 scholarship to Carroll County senior Travis Spenneberg, son of David and Melissa Spenneberg.

The scholarship was presented by Pattie Burgess on May 25 at the seniors honors day program at Carroll County High School. 

The Ruth Adkinson Memorial Scholarship Fund was established in her memory, a junior and senior English teacher at Carrollton High School. She was also the senior sponsor, as well as sponsor of the year book.