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U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz honored the academic achievements of 38 military servicemembers, civilians, and veterans in a graduation recognition ceremony May 2 on Sembach Kaserne.
Command Sgt. Maj. Raymond Wrensch, USAG Rheinland-Pfalz, presided over the ceremony and delivered remarks.
“It’s an honor to be here today to celebrate this powerful moment with you — your graduation,” he said. “You embraced a challenge that few can truly understand, pursuing higher education while balancing the unique demands of military life. You have achieved this milestone through discipline, sacrifice, and commitment — not just for your career, but for your development as a leader.”
Wrensch said that earning a degree helps develop intuitive leadership attributes such as critical thinking, active listening and clear communication skills.
“You have gained more than just a degree; you have developed into leaders who embody confidence, humility, insight, and intuition,” he said. “You are role models for lifelong learning, demonstrating that regardless of the pace or challenges, it is always possible to invest in your education.”
Wrensch expressed gratitude to the families for their support of the graduates. “The Army calls us to be learners, to be leaders, and to be ready. Today, you are all three,” he said.
Recognized during the annual ceremony were:
Associate Degree Graduates:
- MSG DeMar Bowman: Associate of Science in Health and Exercise Science from Hagerstown Community College, Maryland
- SSG Gilberto Carrera: Associate of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies from American Military University
- SFC Kenson Paul Cherilus: Associate of Arts in General Studies from University of Maryland Global Campus
- Michela Figueroa: Associate of Arts in General Studies: Spanish from University of Maryland Global Campus
- SGT Jacandra Harris: Associate of Arts in Supply Chain Management, Magna Cum Laude, from American Military University
- SSG Jamie H. Mejia: Associate of Arts in Healthcare Administration from University of Maryland Global Campus
- SSG Masina T. Pua: Associate of Applied Science in Technical Management from American Military University
- SGT Emily Bryanna Segoviano: Associate of Arts in General Studies from University of Maryland Global Campus
- SGT Tyler Vincent Stephens: Associate of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies from American Military University
Baccalaureate Degree Graduates:
- CW2 Melvin Bullard: Bachelor of Arts in Management from American Military University
- SSG Markena K.S. Dawkins: Bachelor of Arts in Business from American Military University
- Lydianna DeJesus: Bachelor of Science in Computer Animation from Full Sail University
- Pamela Frank: Bachelor of Arts in History from University of Maryland Global Campus
- SPC Maria Paula Hudson: Bachelor of Science in Applied Human Resource Management, Magna Cum Laude, from Grand Canyon University
- Ifegwu Ifegwu: Bachelor of Science in Data Science from University of Maryland Global Campus
- SSG Tamillyah Jo: Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communications from The University of Arizona Global Campus
- Emily Johnson: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Marketing from Liberty University
- Lirian Nicole Loaiza Pesantez: Bachelor of Science in Homeland Security from University of Maryland Global Campus
- SSG Richard Anthony Martinez: Bachelor of Science in General Studies, Cum Laude, from University of Maryland Global Campus
- SSG Melissa McDaniel: Bachelor of Arts in Government Contracting and Acquisition from American Military University
- SFC Kimbrea Moore-Dorsey: Bachelor of Science in General Studies from University of Maryland Global Campus
- SPC Taylor Moses: Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity Technology from University of Maryland Global Campus
- SSG Tameka Probst: Bachelor of Science in Health Management from University of Phoenix
- SSG Ezroy Rogers: Bachelor of Science in Supply Chain Management from Upper Iowa University
- SGT Bryan Valerio: Bachelor of Arts in General Studies from Southern New Hampshire University
Master Degree Graduates:
- Jerry Barnett: Master of Business Administration from University of Maryland Global Campus
- SGM Raymond Blas Jr.: Master of Science in Management Organizational Leadership, Summa Cum Laude, from Excelsior University
- MSG Emmanuel Kojo Bour: Master of Business Administration from University of Maryland Global Campus
- SSG Brian Scott Clasing: Master of Business Administration from American Military University
- SFC Terrence Conyers: Master of Business Administration, Public Administration from Columbia Southern University
- Darren Donovan: Master of Business Administration from University of Maryland Global Campus
- Marcus Q. Gradney: Master of Business Administration from University of Maryland Global Campus
- Pauline N. Martinez: Master of Business Administration from Western Governor’s University
- MSG Delia M. Ogbonna: Master of Business Administration from Columbia Southern University
- Amanda M. Parrish: Master of Science in Leadership from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
- CSM Anthony J. Rose: Master of Science in Organizational Development & Leadership, Magna Cum Laude, from University of the Incarnate Word
- SFC Steven M. Trudel: Master of Science in Healthcare Administration from Liberty University
Doctoral Graduate:
- Elizabeth Bird: EdD, Doctor of Education from Capella University
USAG Rheinland-Pfalz’s Army Continuing Education Services serves as a symbol of lifelong learning, readiness and resilience, providing flexible and high-quality education programs to support the entire Army. Through initiatives such as the graduation recognition ceremony, ACES empowers military personnel, civilians and veterans to achieve their academic goals while maintaining their dedication to serving their country.
U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz advances the Department of Defense mission to achieve peace through strength as we serve, support and secure the total force community, enabling power projection for the European Theater.
