EDUCATION

PHOTOS: Navajo Technical University's spring commencement ceremony

Noel Lyn Smith
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Graduates of associate degree programs at Navajo Technical University line up for spring commencement on May 17 in Crownpoint.
Graduates of associate degree programs at Navajo Technical University line up for spring commencement on May 17 in Crownpoint.
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Robyn Hubbell, right, pins a rose to Starla Smith's gown before the start of spring commencement on May 17 at Navajo Technical University in Crownpoint.
Robyn Hubbell, right, pins a rose to Starla Smith's gown before the start of spring commencement on May 17 at Navajo Technical University in Crownpoint.
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From left, Kent Paul, Sheldon Notah, Freddie Peralto and Wyatt Wayne Tsosie relax before spring commencement starts on May 17 at Navajo Technical University in Crownpoint.
From left, Kent Paul, Sheldon Notah, Freddie Peralto and Wyatt Wayne Tsosie relax before spring commencement starts on May 17 at Navajo Technical University in Crownpoint.
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Navajo Technical University graduates wait for spring commencement to start on May 17 inside the university's Wellness Center in Crownpoint.
Navajo Technical University graduates wait for spring commencement to start on May 17 inside the university's Wellness Center in Crownpoint.
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Environmentalist, activist and writer Winona LaDuke gives the commencement speech for Navajo Technical University's spring commencement on May 17 in Crownpoint.
Environmentalist, activist and writer Winona LaDuke gives the commencement speech for Navajo Technical University's spring commencement on May 17 in Crownpoint.
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State Sen. John Pinto was named the first recipient of an honorary doctoral degree from Navajo Technical University on May 17 in Crownpoint.
State Sen. John Pinto was named the first recipient of an honorary doctoral degree from Navajo Technical University on May 17 in Crownpoint.
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State Sen. John Pinto receives an honorary doctor of public service degree from Navajo Technical University on May 17 in Crownpoint.
State Sen. John Pinto receives an honorary doctor of public service degree from Navajo Technical University on May 17 in Crownpoint.
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Navajo Technical University President Elmer Guy and commencement speaker Winona LaDuke listen to remarks during the university's spring commencement on May 17 in Crownpoint.
Navajo Technical University President Elmer Guy and commencement speaker Winona LaDuke listen to remarks during the university's spring commencement on May 17 in Crownpoint.
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Lynman Lewis Pinto reacts to his name being called during spring commencement on May 17 for Navajo Technical University in Crownpoint.
Lynman Lewis Pinto reacts to his name being called during spring commencement on May 17 for Navajo Technical University in Crownpoint.
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Dana Desiderio, right, announces the names of graduates during spring commencement for Navajo Technical University on May 17 in Crownpoint.
Dana Desiderio, right, announces the names of graduates during spring commencement for Navajo Technical University on May 17 in Crownpoint.
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Darreth Johnson, right, talks to a classmate during spring commencement on May 17 for Navajo Technical University in Crownpoint.
Darreth Johnson, right, talks to a classmate during spring commencement on May 17 for Navajo Technical University in Crownpoint.
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From left, state Sens. Benny Shendo Jr. and John Pinto attend Navajo Technical University's spring commencement on May 17, 2019, in Crownpoint. Pinto received the university's first honorary doctoral degree.
From left, state Sens. Benny Shendo Jr. and John Pinto attend Navajo Technical University's spring commencement on May 17, 2019, in Crownpoint. Pinto received the university's first honorary doctoral degree.
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El-Martino Dale shakes a hand after receiving a certificate in electrical trades at Navajo Technical University's spring commencement on May 17 in Crownpoint.
El-Martino Dale shakes a hand after receiving a certificate in electrical trades at Navajo Technical University's spring commencement on May 17 in Crownpoint.
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From left, Dillon Nopah and Ronda Joe move their tassels after receiving their bachelor's degrees from Navajo Technical University on May 17 in Crownpoint.
From left, Dillon Nopah and Ronda Joe move their tassels after receiving their bachelor's degrees from Navajo Technical University on May 17 in Crownpoint.
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