Vernon Resident Laurie Pierson Graduates from Goodwin College cum laude

2012 Jun 12

Laurie Pierson has graduated from Goodwin College cum laude, one of 73 students to complete their degrees with honors.

Pierson, of Vernon, received a diploma on Saturday, June 9, during a Commencement ceremony at Goodwin College's River Campus in East Hartford. In total, 534 students graduated from the College in 2012.

Students achieve Cum Laude status by graduating with a minimum 3.5 GPA, Magna Cum Laude by achieving at least a 3.7 GPA, and Summa Cum Laude by finishing their studies with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.9.

Pierson earned a degree in Nursing, one of several different programs that Goodwin College offers.