Minnesota State University, Mankato held spring commencement exercises May 8.

Area students earning degrees are listed by hometown with their majors and any honors earned.

From Albert Lea: Daniel R. Anderson, bachelor of science in civil engineering; Jessica M. Breuer, bachelor of science in psychology, summa cum laude; Amanda M. Greiner, bachelor of science in social work, cum laude; Tyler G. Hegwood, bachelor of science in biology: zoology; Wade R. Kolling, bachelor of science in automotive engineering technology; Diane M. Meza, associate of arts in liberal studies; Sarah M. Rask, bachelor of science in accounting and bachelor of science in finance, summa cum laude; Mark R. Roberts, bachelor of science in electrical engineering; Jennifer A. Sosebee, bachelor of science in social work, cum laude; Sheila M. Steele, bachelor of science in elementary education; Matthew R. Vietze, bachelor of science in management, cum laude; Timothy M. Waalkens, bachelor of science in cecreation, parks and leisure services; Kristine L. Yost, bachelor of science in special education, cum laude.

From Alden: Trevor A. Penning, bachelor of science in human biology and bachelor of science in physical education (nonteaching), cum laude.

From Bricelyn: Stephanie R. Timm, bachelor of science in accounting, bachelor of science in finance and bachelor of science in management, summa cum laude.

From Ellendale: Alicia J. Johnson, bachelor of science in physical education (nonteaching), cum laude; Bradley J. Lura, bachelor of science in economics; Joshua D. Otto, bachelor of science in law enforcement.

From Freeborn: Kelsie L. Kuchera, bachelor of science in management.

From Glenville: Amber L. Koziolek, bachelor of science in social work, magna cum laude.

From Hayward: Nicolas C. Gaines, bachelor of science in automotive engineering technology; Whitney M. Kermes, bachelor of science in management, cum laude.

From Hollandale: Abigayle M. Christianson, bachelor of science in art education.

From New Richland: Alex J. Barnett, master of music; Cassie R. Hendrickson, bachelor of science in psychology.

From Wells: Jared R. Fette, bachelor of science in urban and regional studies, summa cum laude; Janet E. Hassing, bachelor of science in accounting; Katie L. Linde, bachelor of science in recreation, parks and leisure services, summa cum laude.