Schoolcraft College celebrated its 47th annual Commencement Ceremony earlier this month at Compuware Arena in Plymouth. Of the 1,696 students eligible to participate — those earning an associate degree or certificate — 440 graduates donned their caps and gowns and invited friends and family to celebrate their accomplishments.

Graduates Michael J. Wisniewski, Keith Dawkins and Leah Esslinger, along with Distinguished Alumni recipient Jodi Latuszek and Keynote Speaker Paula D. Cunningham received special recognition during the ceremony.

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