Lebanon Valley College graduated 460 students on Saturday, May 14, 2011. Dr. Grant Taylor, assistant professor of art and art history and winner of the College's top teaching honor, The Thomas Rhys Vickroy Award, was the keynote speaker.

Local graduates include:

Mr. Alexander D. Baver of Pennsburg graduated and earned a bachelor of arts degree in music business.

Ms. Emily N. Young of Pennsburg graduated and earned a doctor of physical therapy degree in health science.

Ms. Ellen M. Pitman of Chalfont graduated and earned a doctor of physical therapy degree in health science.

Ms. Lindsay J. Bauman of Quakertown graduated Summa Cum Laude and earned a bachelor of science degree in elementary education.

Mr. Eric C. Hinkle of Quakertown graduated Cum Laude and earned a bachelor of science degree in accounting.

Mr. Brett B. Wimmer of Quakertown graduated and earned a bachelor of arts degree in history.

Ms. Valerie L. Augustine of Lansdale graduated Cum Laude and earned a bachelor of music degree in music recording technology.

Ms. Sarah M. Morasco of Norristown graduated Cum Laude and earned a bachelor of science degree in elementary education.

Mr. Charles W. Johnson of Schwenksville graduated Magna Cum Laude and earned a bachelor of science degree in health science.

View a photo slideshow of the day's events here, or click here to watch video of the speakers and awards.