Celebrating Local Graduates from the University of Mississippi

On July 6, the University of Mississippi issued a release congratulating graduates from the York County area. 

Graduates, both undergraduate and graduate, were among the roughly 3,800 students who received their diplomas in May, according to a press release. 

Chester: 

Kathryn CarrSpecialist in Education from the Graduate School 

Clover:

Jayden McHoneBachelor of Arts in Education from the School of Education 

Fort Mill:

Carter HendrickBachelor of Arts from the College of Liberal Arts 

Rock Hill:

Kathleen PeddyBachelor of Science from the School of Applied Sciences 

“Our May 2026 graduates are distinguished by their commitment to academic excellence and are prepared to build legacies that began here at Ole Miss, said University of Mississippi Chancellor Glenn Boyce. 

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Patrick Byrne

Patrick Byrne lives in Tega Cay with his wife and two daughters. After 25 years working for a Big 4 bank, he retired to pursue his passion for writing. Additional articles and content can be found on his blog (reverian1776.blogspot.com) and freethepeople.org.