Hinesville, Midway, and Ludowici, August 29, 2025
News Summary
Students from Hinesville, Midway, and Ludowici have received recognition for their academic excellence during the Spring semester. Notable achievements include placements on the President’s List and graduation honors from various universities, showcasing their hard work and dedication to their studies. This recognition uplifts the students and reflects pride in their respective communities.
Local Students Recognized for Academic Excellence
Several students from the local areas of Hinesville, Midway, and Ludowici have received notable academic honors during the Spring 2025 semester. Recognitions from various universities highlight the hard work and dedication that these students have exhibited in their educational pursuits.
University of South Carolina Beaufort Honors
Taniyah Bowman, Cheryle Milton, and Jada Young, all from local regions, are among the students named to the President’s List for Spring 2025. This prestigious list acknowledges students who have demonstrated outstanding academic performance.
Goodwin University
Hunter Harrell from Ludowici has also made the President’s List for Spring 2025, showcasing exemplary academic achievement.
Piedmont University Graduation
Melody Tompkins of Ludowici graduated with a degree in Education Specialist in Curriculum and Instruction on July 18, 2025, marking an important milestone in her educational journey.
University of North Georgia Achievements
Jayce Ortiz Lopez from Hinesville graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and achieved a 4.0 GPA, earning a spot on the President’s Honor Roll for the Summer of 2025. Additionally, Breanna Finif from Midway also joined the President’s Honor Roll with a perfect GPA during Spring 2025.
Troy University Recognition
Beajan Setayesh of Ludowici has been named to Troy University’s Chancellor’s List for Summer 2025, signifying exceptional academic performance during the semester.
Western Carolina University
Micah Wells from Ludowici achieved the Chancellor’s List status for Spring 2025, being honored for her academic dedication and success.
Jacksonville State University Honors
Taylor Holt of Hinesville has been recognized on the President’s List for Spring 2025, further highlighting the scholarly achievements of local students.
Columbia College Achievements
A group of students from Fort Stewart, Hinesville, and Ludowici have been named to the Dean’s List for Spring 2025. Notable students include Sonja Albert, Dannelle Cooks, Johnny Farmer, and Dondiegue Francois from Fort Stewart, along with Abbie Mason and Jack Anderson from Hinesville.
Union University Recognition
Elena Hazard of Fort Stewart has earned a spot on the President’s List for Spring 2025, further adding to the list of students honored for their academic efforts.
Southern New Hampshire University Recognition
A group of students from Midway, including Harley Keefer, Aerin Dunston, and Keyon Dunston, has been named to the President’s List for Spring 2025, showcasing exceptional academic performance.
Drury University
Catalina Kennedy from Hinesville has been recognized on the Dean’s List, demonstrating strong academic accomplishments.
University of Maryland Global Campus Graduates
Guerchon Desir of Ludowici graduated with a Master of Science in Transformational Leadership and was also honored on the President’s List. Meanwhile, Tarell Smith of Hinesville received a Master of Science in Cybersecurity Technology.
College of Coastal Georgia Honors
Students from Liberty and Long County have also been recognized on the President’s List for Summer 2024, highlighting the academic achievements across the region.
Georgia Southern University Recognition
At Georgia Southern University, around 3,550 students made the Fall 2023 Dean’s List, with local residents such as Shanale Shamberger, Sofia Jenkins, and Aleticia Tooley from Ludowici being among those honored.
Importance of Academic Achievement
The recognition of these students from various local areas is a testament to their hard work, commitment, and perseverance in their academic fields. These significant achievements not only uplift the students but also bring pride to their respective communities.
FAQs
What is the President’s List?
The President’s List recognizes students for achieving outstanding academic success, typically requiring a high GPA and fulfilling specific credit hour criteria.
Who are some notable students honored recently?
Recently recognized students include Taniyah Bowman, Cheryle Milton, and Jada Young at the University of South Carolina Beaufort, as well as Jayce Ortiz Lopez and Breanna Finif from the University of North Georgia.
What academic programs did recent graduates focus on?
Recent graduates pursued a variety of programs, including Education Specialist in Curriculum and Instruction, Cybersecurity Technology, and Transformational Leadership, among others.
Key Features
| University | Honors/Achievements | Notable Students |
|---|---|---|
| University of South Carolina Beaufort | President’s List | Taniyah Bowman, Cheryle Milton, Jada Young |
| Goodwin University | President’s List | Hunter Harrell |
| Piedmont University | Graduation | Melody Tompkins (Ed. Specialist) |
| University of North Georgia | Magna Cum Laude, President’s Honor Roll | Jayce Ortiz Lopez, Breanna Finif |
| Troy University | Chancellor’s List | Beajan Setayesh |
| Western Carolina University | Chancellor’s List | Micah Wells |
| Jacksonville State University | President’s List | Taylor Holt |
| Columbia College | Dean’s List | Multiple students from Fort Stewart, Hinesville, Ludowici |
| Union University | President’s List | Elena Hazard |
| Southern New Hampshire University | President’s List | Harley Keefer, Aerin Dunston, Keyon Dunston |
| Drury University | Dean’s List | Catalina Kennedy |
| UMGC | Graduation | Guerchon Desir (M.S. in Transformational Leadership), Tarell Smith (M.S. in Cybersecurity Technology) |
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Additional Resources
- Coastal Courier: College Briefs
- Wikipedia: Academic Honor
- Coastal Courier: College Honors
- Google Search: Academic Honors Awards
- Coastal Courier: Georgia Southern Fall Dean’s List
- Google Scholar: Academic Achievement
- Coastal Courier: GSU Spring 2024 President’s List
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Academic Honors
- Coastal Courier: Academic Achievements
- Google News: Academic Recognition
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