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Come explore the intricacies of molecules, cells and organisms across entire ecosystems.
Our mission is to encourage thoughtful investigation of living systems. We prepare students to serve in the fields of health care, research, conservation, and education.
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Graduation Commencement | Class of 2020
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Graduation Commencement | Class of 2020
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The hard work of our graduates has paid off. We are looking forward to celebrating their accomplishments!
Things will look a little different this year so please note the following updates:
1) Graduation festivities will be held at the following locations:
Commencement Ceremony:
Cleburne ISD Jeff D. Cody Auditorium
850 N. Nolan River Road
Cleburne, Texas 76033
Recognition Ceremonies:
Leiske-Pultar Gymnasium
100 W. Hillcrest Street
Keene, Texas 76059
2) Face coverings will be required at all events, please be prepared by ensuring everyone in your group has a face mask.
3) Capacity limits will be enforced & monitored.
4) Wristbands are required for entry to the commencement ceremony. They will be provided to graduates for their guests by the Office of Student Services.
5) All guests will go through screening upon arrival to each event.
In an effort to keep our guests safe and healthy, we encourge physical distancing and frequent handwashing.
Thank you for your cooperation!
Weekend Schedule:
Sabbath, August 8
1:00 p.m. Business Administration Recognition | Keene Adventist Church
3:00 p.m. Education & Psychology Dedication | Keene Adventist Church
5:00 p.m. Nurses' Pinning Ceremony | Keene Adventist Church
Programs will be 1 hour each in order to allow for sanitation between ceremonies/services.
Sunday, August 9
9:00 a.m. Commencement Check In (Candidates for Graduation) | Cleburne ISD Jeff D. Cody Auditorium
Cap & gown required of all candidates.
10:00 a.m. Commencement | Cleburne ISD Jeff D. Cody Auditorium
Congratulations! You are now a graduate of Southwestern Adventist University.
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Careers
Biology is the most common degree of medical professionals. Most biology students go on to graduate or professional school to become physicians, dentists, therapists, pharmacists, researchers, etc. Others become educators, entrepreneurs, or technicians in biotech, academic, or government positions.
Professions
- Doctor
- Dentist
- Veterinarian
- Therapist
- Pharmacist
- Technician
- Researcher
- Entrepreneur
- Teacher
98%
of our Biology graduates
are working in a field they
enjoy.