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ou can call it one of the best days ever for 1,582 students enjoying the achievement 
of their May 6 graduation from Northwest Florida State College. Nearby, a roomful 
of people who helped shape and support those educational efforts were on hand to 
celebrate as well, at a Commencement VIP Luncheon. 

College administrators, members of the NWFSC Board of Trustees, elected offi cials, and 

other special guests were invited to commemorate the college’s ongoing success enhancing our 
future quality of life. College President Dr. Devin Stephenson says their support continues to be 
instrumental in providing educational opportunities that shape our collective futures.

It is through a tradition of service and the unwavering dedication of its faculty, staff and 

community partners that Northwest Florida State College has positively impacted the lives of 
more than 381,893 students in various credit and non-credit programs. Additionally, more than 
40,326 individuals have earned degrees or certifi cates from the college – and countless other 
students have received a great start at NWFSC before they transferred to another college or 
university to complete their degree.

With that kind of impressive track record to celebrate, the VIP Commencement Luncheon 

was organized to recognize many of the individuals whose invaluable contributions are helping 
Northwest Florida State College fulfi ll its mission. 

NWF State College 

Commencement

VIP Luncheon

   VIP Destin at Northwest Florida State College 

photos & story by

Michele Nicholson

Jeff Floyd,  Danny Dillard, Ret. General Bob Chedister

Judy Stepehnson, Mary & Sen. Doug Broxson

Judy & Dr. Devin Stephenson

Rep. Mel  & Mona Ponder

Ramsey Ross & Julie Cotton

General Bob Chedister, Jeff Floyd, Senator Doug Broxson, Rep. Mel Ponder, Brian Pennington, 

Shane Abbott, and Dr. Devin Stephenson

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