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The University of Arkansas at Monticello College of Technology-McGehee (UAM-CTM) will hold its commencement exercises for the graduating class of 2026 on Tuesday, June 23, at 2 p.m. in the Earl Willis Auditorium at the Drew Central School District. Doors will open at 1 p.m. 

Over 170 graduates will be recognized with the awarding of certificates of proficiency, technical certificates and Associate of Applied Science degrees in the following programs: Automotive Service Technology, Business Office Technology, Diesel Technology, Early Childhood Education, Emergency Medical Technician, Health Information Technology, Heavy Equipment, Nursing Assistant, Phlebotomy, Tractor Trailer Operations and Welding Technology. Diplomas will also be presented to completers of the UAM Adult Education program who have earned their GEDs.  

UAM-CTM will also recognize its 2026 Outstanding Alumnus, Makayla Washington. Washington earned her certificate of proficiency in phlebotomy in 2021, followed by a technical certificate in health professions with a concentration in phlebotomy and an Associate of Applied Science in general technology degree in 2023, both earned from UAM-CTM. She earned a Bachelor of Applied Science degree from the University of Arkansas at Monticello in 2026. She currently serves as the program manager for the Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship, where she supports and empowers single mothers and fathers throughout southeast Arkansas. 

For questions regarding commencement or UAM-CTM’s programs of study, contact Elaine Hargraves, assistant vice chancellor for UAM-CTM, at 870-460-2106.