This was definitely a seminary graduation that won’t be forgotten! Due to Covid-19, we were unable to hold seminary graduation as we usually do. Thanks to some quick thinking, we came up with a creative solution for a drive through seminary graduation. Thank you to our inspired leaders who arranged and coordinated this event: Elaine Smith, Brett Brian, President Neff, President Miller, Stephanie Neff, Mark Pay, and Mike Nielson.
Students drove up in cars with their families, received their diploma from their bishop, and listened to talks over an FM transmitter while enjoying delicious Handel’s ice cream in their cars. Speakers included seminary graduate Tia Mills, seminary principal Elaine Smith, and stake president Blaine Evanson.
President Evanson shared his love for this class of seniors: “I can’t tell you how many times this past year I have heard one of you articulate a principle or doctrine that I learned in just the past few years. It took me a full-time mission, years of service in the priesthood, including as a bishop, and the lessons of raising a family to learn several things about life and the gospel that you already understand and are applying. You are lightyears ahead of where I was at your age. And I love each one of you -- to a person. I can’t wait to see the incredible things you will do in coming years.”