Date Posted: August 5, 2026
GRIFFIN, Ga. – Southern Crescent Technical College celebrated the accomplishments of its ASN Bridge Program graduates during a Pinning Ceremony held at the Butts County Performing Arts Center. The ceremony honored students who successfully completed the LPN/Paramedicine to Associate of Science in Nursing Bridge Program and are prepared to take the next step in their professional nursing careers.
The event featured remarks from college leadership, faculty, and student representatives, as well as cherished nursing traditions including the Significance of Pinning, the Nightingale Pledge, and the Passing of the Lamp. These traditions symbolize the commitment to compassionate care, service, and professional excellence that define the nursing profession.
Southern Crescent Technical College extends its sincere appreciation to the Butts County Performing Arts Center for hosting this memorable celebration. The college also recognizes the ASN Bridge faculty and nurse educators for their dedication to preparing students for successful careers in healthcare through mentorship, instruction, and unwavering support.
“The ASN Bridge Program represents a remarkable commitment to lifelong learning and professional advancement,” said Dr. Irvin Clark, President of Southern Crescent Technical College. “These graduates have challenged themselves to take the next step in their healthcare careers, expanding their knowledge, leadership skills, and scope of practice. We are proud to celebrate their achievement and look forward to the impact they will make as registered nurses across Georgia and beyond.”
Fall 2026 ASN Bridge Program Graduates
- Akakpo-Dotsey, Ruby
- Allen, Tiffany
- Barge, Dafferneice
- Barry, DeNeishia
- Blackwell, Farrah Courtney
- Bozeman, Marlena
- Buckle-Ellis, Brittany
- Burks, Brittney
- Collins, Essence J.
- Conlin, Jessica
- Czerno, Rachel
- Dobbs, Lynsey Danielle
- Dykes, Jeremy
- Foster, Maria
- Gay, Octavia
- Green, Nicole
- Grumbling, Miranda
- Hamm, Amber
- Hartley, Mingnon
- Holness, Carline P.
- Holliday, Brooke
- Knauls, Nicole
- Kneringer, Heidi Grace
- Lee, Ira Tienille
- Lewis, Sara Tatum
- Marshall, Ashanti
- Matthews, Leah
- Morris, Jessica
- Mose, Shamara
- Murphy, Amber Faith
- Murphy Sr., Randy
- Myers, Claudia
- Naish, Kearstyn
- Oden, Amanda Hilder
- Ragan, Benjamin
- Rison, Sajaya
- Robinson, Mikeysha
- Simpson, Johnna
- Sloat, Sandi
- Smith-Jordan, Amy Latrice
- Steele, Krysta
- Stubbs, Curtis Hunter
- Thorpe, Timothy
- Touchstone, Jada
- Tunstall, Quatesha
- Winkles, Breanna
- Worthy, Danielle
Nurse Educators
- Tamika Baugh-Allen, M.Ed., MSN, RN, ASN Bridge Instructor
- Amanda Bramblett, MSN, APRN, AGACNP-BC, ASN Bridge Instructor
- Coletta Hannibal, DNP, MSN Ed., ASN Bridge Instructor
- Heather Loftus, MSN, RN, CEN, ASN Bridge Instructor
- Cynthia Newby, MSN, RN, ASN Bridge Instructor
- Katherine Richman, BSN, RN, ASN Bridge Instructor
Southern Crescent Technical College congratulates these graduates on reaching this important milestone and wishes them continued success as they advance in their nursing careers and serve patients and communities throughout Georgia and beyond.