AUM sees record breaking graduating class

MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Auburn University at Montgomery says they are seeing record-breaking student attendance, with the greatest number of students they’ve ever had at their spring commencement ceremonies.Troy Johnson with AUM says 611 students will walk the stage and receive their diploma, that’s about 180 more students than usual.

“We really have tried to be purposeful in making the college experience more affordable for students, so one thing we are really proud of is at auburn university at Montgomery, we have created a variety of scholarship opportunities in the last several years,” said Johnson.They now offer 12 million dollars in financial support.“The two areas where we’re seeing probably the most growth in recent years is the health care sector. We have a very respected nursing program.

The school is making changes to meet the growing student population, like using a massive state forensic lab as a state-of-the-art science lab. “You think about having flexible classroom spaces, things that are very adaptable for changing technological needs and that will benefit all students but more directly those in the stem affiliated disciplines,"said Johnson.

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