WESTSIDE — Four local students graduated from John Brown University.

JBU announced the graduation of Athea Coslett of Decatur, who earned a master of science degree with a concentration in marriage and family therapy and community counseling.

Also announced was the graduation of Theresa Lorraine Flesner, of Gentry, who earned a bachelor of science degree in education with a concentration in early childhood education.

Lora Anderson, of Gravette, earned a bachelor of science degree with a concentration in organizational management.

Vicki Holloway, of Gravette, earned a bachelor of science degree in education (Summa Cum Laude) with a concentration in early childhood education.

Holloway was recently named to the JBU President’s List of distinguished students from the Advance Degree Completion Program which allows students 23 years of age or older with two years of prior college credit and work experience to complete their bachelor’s degree by attending classes one night a week.

JBU is a private Christian university, ranked second among Southern regional colleges by U.S. News & World Report and is listed as one of America's Best Colleges by Forbes. JBU enrolls more than 2,100 students from 39 states and 45 countries.A member of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities, JBU is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

School News, Pages 11 on 06/22/2011