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On May 20, 2026, Mount Wachusett Community College (MWCC) celebrated the accomplishments of its Class of 2026 Veterinary Technology graduates.
“You have spent a lot of time working toward this goal and it hasn’t been easy,” MWCC President James Vander Hooven said. “One thing that is for sure is the fact that you are sitting here today means that you came together, you built relationships and learned to depend upon one another. You are also here thanks to the love and support of your family and friends. Congratulations to every one of you as you celebrate this incredible achievement.”
“Veterinary medicine is so lucky to have you, and I am proud of you all. No matter what area of veterinary medicine you decide to pursue, you are going to make a difference,” guest speaker Michelle Emmot, BS, CVT, VTS (ECC), told graduates.
The graduates, in order by their hometown, were:
Matthew J. Livergood, Ashburnham, MA
Samantha B. Racine, Ashburnham, MA
Shannon Cady Murphy, East Templeton, MA
Nevin Guy Arseneault, Fitchburg, MA
Stephanie Shea, Fitchburg, MA
Shannon M. Duley, Leominster, MA
Kelliann Cote, Milford, MA
Lauryn D. Ploof, Palmer, MA
Carina Renea Gagen, Spencer, MA
Emily Jordyn Culver, Templeton, MA
Vanessa M. Stanikmas, Worcester, MA
Caption: (.jpg) Front, left to right: Shannon Murphy, Emily Culver, Stephanie Shea, Vanessa Stanikmas. Back, left to right, Lauryn Ploof, Samantha Racine, Nevin Arsenault, Matthew Livergood, Kellie Ann Cote, Shannon Duly, Carina Gagen.