Valdosta State University has announced the names of students from Summer 2012 who have met all qualifications for graduation. More than 500 have been recognized for receiving their associate's, bachelor's or master's degrees.

Area students include:

• Dontrice Cente Griffin, of Hinesville, Bachelor of Arts, Criminal Justice

• Ibone Shante Carter, of Richmond Hill, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Mass Media

• Bobbi Barron Smith, of Richmond Hill, Education Specialist, Curriculum & Instruction

• Ronald Daniels, of Hinesville, Education Specialist, Educational Leadership

• Clark David Lawson, of Richmond Hill, Master of Science, Marriage & Family Therapy

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