VALDOSTA – Valdosta native was honored during the 102nd commencement ceremony at the University of Alaska Fairbanks.

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The University of Alaska Fairbanks honored the Class of 2024 during its 102nd commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 4, at the Carlson Center in Fairbanks.

Brenton Dasher of Valdosta received the following degree(s): Master of Education, Education; Graduate Licensure Program, Secondary Education Licensure.

The university’s first commencement took place in 1923, when the sole graduate, John Sexton Shanly, received a bachelor’s degree in agriculture. This year, UAF conferred approximately 1,156 degrees on 1,031 students. Some students received more than one degree.

The commencement ceremony included graduates from summer and fall 2023 and spring 2024.