Clemmons student receives degree from FHU

HENDERSON, TENN. — A Clemmons student was among the approximately 300 receiving degrees from Freed-Hardeman University onMay 12.

Andrew Hinson of Clemmons graduated magna cum laude, earning a bachelor of science in computing sciences.

Tennessee Commissioner of Education Candace McQueen addressed the graduates at commencement exercises in Loyd Auditorium. Urging them to see themselves as leaders because of their attainment, she said, “Although, nine out of 10 individuals in the United States earn a high school diploma or GED, only one-third of them earn a college degree,” she said.

“You are expected to provide leadership,” McQueen said. “You have been trained and taught to lead by Freed-Hardeman University.” She urged graduates to become servant leaders by modeling what Jesus did. “Being a leader is now your calling,” she stressed.

McQueen cited her mother, a teacher-leader, and her father, a gospel preacher, as her personal examples of leadership. She also provided examples of leadership among the 2018 graduates and alumni, saying, “Servant leaders are sitting right here today.”

The mission of Freed-Hardeman University is to help students develop their God-given talents for His glory by empowering them with an education that integrates Christian faith, scholarship and service. With locations in Henderson, Memphis and Dickson, FHU offers bachelor’s, master’s, specialist’s and doctoral degrees. More information is available at http://www.fhu.edu.