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Cedar Bluff – <\/strong>Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC), in partnership with Virginia Highlands Community College (VHCC) and Tidewater Community College (TCC), celebrated the accomplishments of students from multiple healthcare programs during various pinning ceremonies, the first staring at 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 2, 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The ceremony honored a total of 105 graduates from six healthcare programs, including Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) \u2013 8 graduates, Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) \u2013 12 graduates, Radiography \u2013 21 graduates, Registered Nursing (RN) \u2013 47 graduates, Pharmacy Technician \u2013 7 graduates, and Diagnostic Medical Sonography \u2013 10 graduates. Faculty, family members, and friends gathered to recognize the graduates\u2019 dedication, perseverance, and commitment to excellence in patient care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pinning ceremonies are long\u2011standing traditions in healthcare education, symbolizing both academic achievement and the ethical responsibilities graduates assume as they enter their respective professions. During the event, each graduate received a program\u2011specific pin representing their readiness to provide skilled, compassionate, and patient\u2011centered care in diverse healthcare environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program featured student speakers from several disciplines who reflected on their shared journeys through rigorous coursework, hands\u2011on clinical education, and the strong bonds formed throughout their programs. Attendees also viewed a student slideshow highlighting memorable moments and experiences from the graduates\u2019 time in the programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis ceremony reflects not only academic success, but also the compassion, integrity, and professionalism these graduates bring to the healthcare field,\u201d said Radiography Program Director, Donna Corns. \u201cWe are confident they will make a meaningful impact in the communities they serve.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The healthcare programs at SWCC, VHCC, and TCC combine classroom instruction, laboratory training, and extensive clinical experience at regional healthcare facilities. This comprehensive approach equips students with the clinical competencies, technical expertise, and professional values necessary for career success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Graduates will be eligible to sit for applicable state and national certification and licensure examinations and pursue careers in hospitals, clinics, long\u2011term care facilities, rehabilitation centers, physician offices, pharmacies, and specialized healthcare settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"LPN<\/a>
Licensed Practical Nursing <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\"OTA<\/a>
Occupational Therapy Assistant<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\"Pharmacy<\/a>
Pharmacy Technician<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\"Radiography<\/a>
Radiography<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\"RN<\/a>
Registered Nursing<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\"Sonography<\/a>
Sonography<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

For more information about healthcare programs at Southwest Virginia Community College, please contact:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • RN- kim.smith@sw.edu<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • LPN- linda.clline@sw.edu<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • OTA- annette.looney@sw.edu<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Radiography- donna.corns@sw.edu<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Pharmacy Tech- jessica.rice@sw.edu<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Sonography- kayla.chandler@sw.edu<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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