Lamar State College Orange Celebrates Fall 2025 Graduates Amid Record Growth and Momentum

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ORANGE, TX –  Lamar State College Orange (LSCO) celebrated its Fall 2025 Commencement Ceremony at 7:00 p.m. on December 18, 2025 at G&G Enterprises Arena, honoring graduates whose academic achievements reflect both individual perseverance and a period of historic growth for the institution.

Degrees were conferred by LSCO President Dr. Wendy Elmore as graduates crossed the stage surrounded by family, friends, faculty, and community leaders. The ceremony marked not only the culmination of students’ academic journeys, but also a defining moment in the college’s continued evolution as a regional leader in workforce and academic preparation.

“This ceremony represents far more than the completion of a credential,” said President Elmore. “It reflects the momentum of an institution that is growing with purpose by expanding access, aligning programs with workforce needs, and creating new pathways for students to succeed.”

The Fall 2025 Commencement comes during a period of unprecedented enrollment growth at LSCO. The college reported a certified Fall 2025 enrollment of 5,841 students, a significant increase from 3,613 students in Fall 2024, underscoring the rising demand for accessible, career-focused higher education options in the region.

Provost & Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs Dr. Tracy Skopek emphasized the broader significance of the milestone.

“Our graduates are entering the workforce or continuing their education at a time when preparation, adaptability, and applied learning matter more than ever,” Skopek said. “LSCO’s continued investment in new programs, facilities, and student support ensures our graduates are not only credentialed, but competitive.”

A total of 210 graduates earned 270 academic awards, including 95 associate degrees and 182 certificates. More than 76% of graduates were first-generation college students, underscoring LSCO’s role in expanding access to higher education. The class posted an average cumulative GPA of 3.33, with graduates ranging in age from 17 to 58 and an average age of 26. Academic pathways represented included strong concentrations in Industry and Transportation, Arts and Humanities, Health Professions, and Public Service, reflecting the college’s continued alignment with regional workforce and transfer needs.

Keynote remarks were delivered by Larry Spears, Jr., Mayor of the City of Orange, whose professional and civic journey reflects the strong connection between local industry, public service, and education. A graduate of West Orange–Stark High School, Lamar Institute of Technology, and Texas A&M University–Commerce, Spears also completed coursework at LSCO and has spent 24 years with DOW Chemical, where he serves as Site Operational Excellence Specialist.

In his address, Spears encouraged graduates to lead with integrity, remain committed to service, and recognize the role education plays in strengthening both individual opportunity and community prosperity.

LSCO’s growth has been accompanied by significant campus investment and academic expansion. Since 2019, the college has launched more than 30 new academic and workforce programs, opened a new Academic Building in Fall 2024, and unveiled a new Student Success Center in Spring 2025. Additional enhancements are on the horizon, including planned renovations to the façade of the Joe Ben Welch Student Center beginning in 2026.

As graduates exited the arena and stepped into their next chapters, the evening served as a reminder that LSCO’s impact extends well beyond a single ceremony, shaping a workforce, strengthening a community, and building momentum for the future.

Below are Fall 2025 graduates listed by hometown in alphabetical order.

Beaumaont, TX
Khadijah H. Abdullah
Olivia Naomi Brown
Brittany Leighann Daughtery
Jordan Davis
Audrey Elaine Guidry
Deshana Marie Faye Kittling
Amber Nacole Levias
Ursella Lacole Levias
Ikeem D. Reese***
Jasmin Reyna
John Dwayne Sewell**
Alyssa Michelle Tatom*

Bridge City, TX
Chase Douglas Brumley***
Natalie Chavez*
Penelope Rae Erpelding
Jaysa Shayne Fontenette
Eric Shane Hearne***
Fernando Mireles Rodriguez
Daniel Aaron Sanchez
Kaitlyn Nicole Warden
Landon Kole Watts***
Trinity Lea Wright

Brookeland, TX
Lyzzi Montana Stanton***

Buna, TX
Taylor Leighann Awbrey
Alleigh Shiann Bowen
Jaelinn Mae Charboneau***
Ella Louise Flowers**
Sydney Kaylen Goodman**
Abriana Krystyne Grant- Harvey
Kaytie Marie Hillin***
Alex Elaine  Leatherwood
Keana Ratcliff**
Bryson Henry Sheppard

DeQuincy, LA
Gabriel Scott Johnston**

Groves, TX
Jocalyn Tayler Miller
Emily Sue Quebodeaux
Mona Ann Sanders**

Hemphill, TX
Rook William Terrell

Hron Lake, MS
Skyler Wayne Walker

Iowa, LA
Taylor Jordan Guidry
Cassandra Lyn Miller
Devin Troy Reed

Jasper, TX
Brittany Taylor Land

Kirbyville, TX
Paige Elizabeth Barker
Gabriel Alberto Briz-Almanza*

Kountze, TX
Jaycee Danee Stewart***

Lake Charles, LA
Chelsea Renee Baumgartner
Alexis Nichole Brown
Sterling Cymone Childs
Quinesha Monique Coleman
Jada Tia'Echee Fontenot
Mekaylia Gauthier**
Tonya Renee Landry
Ajah I. Ned
Jermerro Jravone Ryan
Hopeyenell B. White
Candice Sheri Wyche
John Earl Zeno*

Laredo, TX
Miguel A. Terrazas***

Livingston, TX
Nora Zavala

Lumberton, TX
Tessa Corinne Leleux
Carley Ree Longron
Sydney Jolie Prejean
Alyssa Cne Starkie*
Adriana Casanova Thomas
Ashlynn Nicole Wood

Mauriceville, TX
Nathan Andrew Statum

Merced, CA
Charles Humberto Alonso***

Nederland, TX
Cong Duc Le
Ashley Nicole Paris

Oceanside, CA
Elena Jane Baugh

Orange, TX
Justin Todd Abshire**
Hallie Breanne Adair
Caeden Paul Arceneaux*
Taryn Emiliana Bagley
Brooklyn Breann Batchelor
Abigail Hope Beatty***
Kelly L. Bellot
Jayden James Benton
Ethan Christopher Blackburn*
Brayden James Blankenship***
Luke Allen Boyett
Bridget R. Brown
Heather Ruth Brown
Alejandra Isabel Calana
Ivette Marlenne Cardenas Vazquez
Dylan Tyler Chambers
Valentin Chavez
Courtney E. Chisum
Carmela Cisneros Ortiz
Alexandra Faith Colello
Hailey Marie Condon
Cole Cleveland Coulter*
Shon Allen Currie
Cam Michael Davis*
Chance Lee Davis
Brooke Cheyenne Dillon
Kenson Rayce Dubois
Isaiah Jamal Dumas
Benjamin Thomas Elliott
Natalie Paige Ellis***
Dillon Patrick Fletcher
William Michael Fountain
Caleb Ryan Fregia*
Trinton LeGreg Garrett
Kaitlyn Marie Glawson**
Malaysia Johnae Golden***
Logan Jon Michael Gonzales***
Kerrington Isabella Gonzales*
Elizabeth Ann Green
Bryce Anthony Hamilton**
Antonio Rene Ibarra
Christina Monee Joseph
Ebonie Latrice Joubert***
Leonel  Landaverde
Meghan O'neal Levias
McKenzie LeAshia Lewis
Floyd Lee Martin
James Brian Martin
Ethan Kade Martin
McKarsyn Jay Merritt Borel
Daniel Jordan Mires***
Macy Louise Moreaux*
Camden Phillip Morris
Alberto Emmanuel Munguia*
Lucie Tuyen Ngoc Nguyen
Juan M. Padron
Shannon Renee Peet
Blade L. Perkins
Natalie Rose Peveto
Gavin Aaron Pollock*
Ava Gabrielle Rambo*
Garrett James Rawls
Sherinique Le'Noir Rellford
Kinlee Abigail Rae Rider
Josie M. Roberts
Jakera Janese Robinson
Lanie Addison Rodgers
Eduardo Mireles Rodriguez
Krystal Dayanna Rodriguez Guzman
Zoey Grace Royer*
Trenton Wayne Salter***
Richard Bernard Salter
Erica Michele Sibley
Mia Schae Simon*
Nacona Darlene Slaughter*
Amanda Danielle Sturlese
Preston Wayne Sullivan***
Haley Joe Taylor*
Andrew Mason Tomas
Aaron M. Torres*
Jahmal Shange Turner
Baylee Marie Vice
Spencer Gregory Voight***
Emilee Grace Wilburn
Dustin Williams**
Jacobi Keith Woodrow***
Randy J. Wright***
Billie D'Aune Young***
Vincente Cordova***

Port Arthur, TX
Julian Michael Blanco
Jasmine Rachal Cormier**
Beau Michael Elkins*
Daniel Nelson Gaspard**
Jocelyn Arely Ruiz
Tyronza Nateeshia White

Port Neches, TX
Gavin Michael Albrecht***
Mallory Nichole Jordan

Sealy, TX
Warren Craig Jr.*

Shepherd, TX
Tina Verdell Adams

Silsbee, TX
Audrey May Bossier
Destiny Clark
Lexington Cole Newell

Spring, TX
Stephone Lawane Alphonse**

Spurger, TX
Sadie Ann Marie Curtis**
Carol Renee Curtis
Chasity Breann Richardson

Starks, LA
Amber Lanae Clark
Drue Lawton Stanley

Sulphur, LA
Faith Re'Shell Breaux
Kaylee Deshawn Jordan
Payge Michelle Rodgers

Vidor, TX
Brookelynne Jayce Boyles**
Kristen Shelby Brown***
Devon Eric Collins
Brandee Denise Guidry
James Robert Hanks
Monica Deneen Hanks
Lane Jacobs**
Chelsea Ray James**
Kullen Burr King***
Alina Teighlor Martin
Raye Ann Massey
Brady Alexander McDowell**
Bradley Jerod Morse
Andi Mae O'Neal
Madison Kim Perez
Ashley Paige Saunders
Zachary Tyler Shaw
Rebecca Riochelle Renee Smith
Kaegan Diane Stockwell*
Trinity Ruthanne Sturm
Joshua Allen Taylor 
Destiny Marie Villanueva***
Aaron Burn Wright

Vinton, LA
Jordan Blayne McCardle

West Orange, TX
Marlon Israel Cortez
Alan Ibarra***
Emily Mariella Johnson

Woodville, TX
Norma B. Bohler

 

Honors Types:
*** Summa Cum Laude
** Magna Cum Laude
* Cum Laude
A grade point average of 3.5-3.64 qualifies a student for “honors” (cum laude), 3.65-3.79 for “high honors” (magna cum laude), and 3.80-4.00 for “highest honors” (summa cum laude). Grades earned the semester of graduation are included in the calculation of grade point averages for honors. Both diplomas and permanent records indicate graduation honors