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"Whatever your story, I commend you for taking the initiative to pursue your education and better yourself." During the ceremony, Dr. Hurst recognized the grad- uates who maintained a 4.0 GPA, reading their names and asking them to stand and be recognized. He also announced the 2023 Ac- ademic Excellence Award Winner, Michael Parnell, and presented him with a plaque and medallion to commem- orate his accomplishment. Parnell is a deputy fi re mar- shal in Caldwell County. He is graduating with a 4.0 GPA and his Associate in Applied Science in Fire Protection Technology. The guest speaker for the night was North Caro- lina State Treasurer Dale Folwell. Elected to his fi rst term as State Treasurer in 2016, Folwell was reelected in 2020 and is serving his second term. His message to the graduates was to work hard and keep mov- ing forward. He challenged the graduates to "focus on integrity, ability and passion" and to be the ones to raise their hands when the world asks for volunteers to do the toughest jobs. He also told the group to be sure and thank those who have supported and encouraged them through their educa- tional journey. Someday, he said, "You'll be looking back and realize you are standing on the shoulders of those who went before you." Submitted by Paula B. Vess CCC President Dr. Jason Hurst presents the Academic Excellence Award to Michael Parnell. Parnell graduated with a 4.0 GPA and earned his Associate in Applied Science in Fire Protection Technology. Photo provided Student Government Association President Teddy Banks, Army veteran and purple heart recipient, marches into CCC's com- mencement ceremony Thursday night. Banks presented remarks to the graduates on behalf of the SGA. 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