Each of William Peace University’s student speakers is already getting experience in their respective fields. On Saturday at the 2024 commencement, they’ll get to share those experiences and how Peace got them there.
The School of Professional Studies (SPS) student speaker is Tiffany Webb. The Traditional Undergraduate (TUG) student speaker is Samuel Teague.
SPS Commencement Speaker
Webb is graduating from the BA in Education with Elementary Licensure program. She was able to complete her student teaching at Combs Elementary where she was an instructional assistant. Next year, Webb will be a third grade teacher at Combs Elementary and will pursue her master’s degree in Urban Education this year.
Webb was recently honored at the Governor’s Mansion, part of Peaces Education Celebration. She says that’s just one of the many experiences that made her time at Peace memorable.
“I told [Frank Rizzo VP for Student Life] how easy it was to find positive things to say about Peace because my experience has been nothing but phenomenal,” Webb said.
Webb added that being selected as the student speaker was a “big honor.”
“I feel like to have been picked to be able to say amazing things about the college itself and my experience, just being part of a fantasy community,” Webb said. “I know I have amazing new friendships that will be forever friends. Professors who have turned into friends and mentors, it’s been an honor and I’m excited.”
TUG Commencement Speaker
The TUG Commencement will be Samuel Teague, who will be earning his Bachelor of Science in Biology plus a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
“Being selected as the commencement speaker for college graduation is an extraordinary privilege and a deeply gratifying experience,” Teague said. “It’s a chance to share my journey, impart wisdom learned in pursuit of my degrees, and to celebrate the collective achievements of the graduating class. To be entrusted with such a role is a real honor and an opportunity I’ll cherish forever.
Teague has been working part-time as a Clinical Nurse II (RN) at UNC Health Rex since May of 2023. Teague has been accepted into the Master of Science in Microbiology and Cell Science program at the University of Florida.
Teague also gained experience working as a RN at Brightspire and Wake Skin Cancer Center.
“As I step into the next phase of my journey, I carry with me the confidence that comes from being part of such a dynamic and interconnected community,” Teague said. “William Peace University has truly equipped me with the tools, the relationships, and the resilience to embrace future challenges and opportunities with optimism and excitement.”
