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| LSU Continuing Education’s Paralegal Studies Program recently graduated another class of certified paralegals, honoring 11 new graduates in a ceremony held last month. The Paralegal Studies Program, which celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2007, has produced more than 65 graduating classes since its inception in 1982. The new graduates join more than 1,300 individuals who have earned a certificate in Paralegal Studies at LSU. Ann McCrory, a former LSU Paralegal Studies Program director, served as keynote speaker of the ceremony. McCrory spearheaded the program’s initial approval by the American Bar Association, which was achieved in 1993. Mary Tessier, coordinator of the first paralegal class in 1982, was also a featured guest at the ceremony. In his welcome address, executive director of LSU Continuing Education Doug Weimer recognized the collective hard work and dedication of both the students and instructors. He also highlighted the remarkable achievements attained by the Paralegal Studies Program on its 25th anniversary. “It is the beginning of a new adventure,” stated Weimer. “We are very proud of our graduates and all that they have and will achieve in their future endeavors.” The December 2007 paralegal graduates include: Aubrey Leigh Poole, Emily E. Cunningham and Delesiua A. Womack of Baton Rouge; Karynne Alexandra Abel and Stephanie P. Cowell of Prairieville; Naya J. Wiley of Gonzales; Summer Dunbar Smart of Denham Springs; Brandi Ragusa Harvey of Central; Jules J. Baumann of Slidell; Catalina Keen Fuller of Metairie; and Heidi Elizabeth Kinlaw of Franklinton. This growing profession, projected to increase 33 percent through 2010, can be found in private, corporate and government law offices. “The program has produced a body of professional paralegals that have worked all over Louisiana and beyond with some graduates choosing to later pursue a law degree,” said Jimmie Murvin, paralegal program instructor. - 30 - |
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