Lyon College President Walter B. Roettger welcomes friends and family to the commencement ceremony which was held in Couch Garden. President Roettger presented diplomas to 82 members of the graduating class. Choir members cover their heads as it begins to sprinkle, but they didn't let the rain dampen their spirits or spoil their performance. An honorary Doctor of Laws degree was awarded to former Arkansas State Representative John E. Miller of Melbourne. Lyon College Board of Trustees vice chairman William Sanders and President Roettger present the 2001 Lamar Williamson Prize for Teaching Excellence to Cassie F. Creighton, associate professor of accounting.
Graduates share hugs and handshakes with fellow graduates, faculty and staff.