MADISON, FL — North Florida College honored graduates of its Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program during the Spring 2026 BSN Pinning Ceremony, celebrating registered nurses who advanced their education and expanded their professional credentials through NFC’s RN-to-BSN pathway.
 
The ceremony recognized graduates for their dedication to patient care, leadership and continued academic achievement while balancing demanding careers and personal responsibilities. Family members, friends, faculty and healthcare professionals gathered to celebrate the milestone and recognize the impact these nurses will continue to make throughout their communities.
 
North Florida College’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is designed for Registered Nurses who have completed an Associate Degree in Nursing and wish to further their education through a flexible, fully online format. The program prepares nurses for expanded opportunities in leadership, management, community health and advanced clinical practice while emphasizing evidence-based care and critical thinking.
 
“We are proud of the commitment our nursing graduates have demonstrated in expanding their clinical expertise and strengthening the level of care they provide to the communities they serve,” said Dr. Anna Kelley, Director of Nursing and Allied Health at North Florida College. “The baccalaureate degree in nursing prepares graduates to assume leadership and management positions within today’s healthcare system and provides the foundation necessary to continue their education toward advanced nursing practice or nursing education. These graduates reflect the professionalism, compassion, and excellence that define the nursing profession, and we are honored to celebrate this important milestone in their professional nursing career.”
 
Several graduates were recognized with special honors during the ceremony for excellence in academics, leadership and service. Carol Hart of Valdosta, Georgia, received the Outstanding Student Award in recognition of exceptional academic performance and dedication throughout the program. Hunter Harvey of Perry, Florida, received the Leadership & Management Award for demonstrating strong leadership qualities and a commitment to advancing nursing practice.
 
The Spring 2026 BSN graduates pinned included:
 
• Carol Hart — Valdosta, Georgia
• Hunter Harvey — Perry, Florida
• Ruby Gonzalez — Live Oak, Florida
• Tameeka Spencer — Hahira, Georgia
 
NFC’s ADN-RN to BSN program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). Applications for the BSN program are accepted March 1 through July 1 for the Fall term and July 1 through Nov. 1 for the Spring term.
 
For more information about NFC’s BSN program, contact Shante Fagin at (850) 973-1662 or fagins@nfc.edu
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NFC BSN class of 2026: (L-R) Tameeka Spencer, Hunter Harvey, Carol Hart and Ruby Gonzalez
BSN Leadership Award - Hunter Harvey of Perry, FL