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A Consummate Creative: Remembering Bob Toy

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The Publications staff, present and past, remembers our beloved colleague, friend, and mentor

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2026 Commencement Bachelor of Arts Valedictorian: Lazarus Lee, School of Communications & Media Technologies

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2025 Commencement Master of Fine Arts Valedictorian: Liz Gerger, School of Visual Development

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