Joyce Knox, Spc. Lina Knox's mother (right), meets with some of Metropolitan State University's staff, such as Dr. Sue Hammersmith, Metropolitan State University President (left). While deployed to Camp Buehring, Kuwait with the 1st Battalion 151st Field Artillery, Spc. Lina Knox, 175th Forward Support Company (FSC) Soldier of Coon Rapids, Minn., was scheduled to graduate from Metropolitan State University with a Bachelor's of Science degree in Law Enforcement on Dec. 15. Since unable to attend the graduation ceremony, her mother, Joyce Knox, stepped in to accept the diploma.
Dr. Sue Hammersmith, Metropolitan State University President (left), with Joyce Knox, Spc. Lina Knox's mother (right). While deployed to Camp Buehring, Kuwait with the 1st Battalion 151st Field Artillery, Spc. Lina Knox, 175th Forward Support Company (FSC) Soldier of Coon Rapids, Minn., was scheduled to graduate from Metropolitan State University with a Bachelor's of Science degree in Law Enforcement on Dec. 15. Since unable to attend the graduation ceremony, her mother, Joyce Knox, stepped in to accept the diploma.
Joyce Knox, Spc. Lina Knox's mother (right), meets with Ginny Lane, Executive Director of MSU's School of Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice. While deployed to Camp Buehring, Kuwait with the 1st Battalion 151st Field Artillery, Spc. Lina Knox, 175th Forward Support Company (FSC) Soldier of Coon Rapids, Minn., was scheduled to graduate from Metropolitan State University with a Bachelor's of Science degree in Law Enforcement on Dec. 15. Since unable to attend the graduation ceremony, her mother, Joyce Knox, stepped in to accept the diploma.
Dr. Sue Hammersmith, Metropolitan State University President, speaks to the over 920 graduates at the ceremony. While deployed to Camp Buehring, Kuwait with the 1st Battalion 151st Field Artillery, Spc. Lina Knox, 175th Forward Support Company (FSC) Soldier of Coon Rapids, Minn., was scheduled to graduate from Metropolitan State University with a Bachelor's of Science degree in Law Enforcement on Dec. 15. Since unable to attend the graduation ceremony, her mother, Joyce Knox, stepped in to accept the diploma.
Joyce Knox, Spc. Lina Knox's mother, waits to cross the stage and accept Spc. Knox's graduation medallion. While deployed to Camp Buehring, Kuwait with the 1st Battalion 151st Field Artillery, Spc. Lina Knox, 175th Forward Support Company (FSC) Soldier of Coon Rapids, Minn., was scheduled to graduate from Metropolitan State University with a Bachelor's of Science degree in Law Enforcement on Dec. 15. Since unable to attend the graduation ceremony, her mother, Joyce Knox, stepped in to accept the diploma.
Joyce Knox, Spc. Lina Knox's mother (right), accepts Spc. Knox's graduation medallion from Dr. William Lowe, MSU Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs (left). While deployed to Camp Buehring, Kuwait with the 1st Battalion 151st Field Artillery, Spc. Lina Knox, 175th Forward Support Company (FSC) Soldier of Coon Rapids, Minn., was scheduled to graduate from Metropolitan State University with a Bachelor's of Science degree in Law Enforcement on Dec. 15. Since unable to attend the graduation ceremony, her mother, Joyce Knox, stepped in to accept the diploma.
Joyce Knox, Spc. Lina Knox's mother (right), shakes hands with Dr. Sue Hammersmith, Metropolitan State University President (left), after receiving Spc. Knox’s graduation medallion. While deployed to Camp Buehring, Kuwait with the 1st Battalion 151st Field Artillery, Spc. Lina Knox, 175th Forward Support Company (FSC) Soldier of Coon Rapids, Minn., was scheduled to graduate from Metropolitan State University with a Bachelor's of Science degree in Law Enforcement on Dec. 15. Since unable to attend the graduation ceremony, her mother, Joyce Knox, stepped in to accept the diploma.
Joyce Knox, Spc. Lina Knox's mother (right), hugs Dr. Sue Hammersmith, Metropolitan State University President (left), after receiving Spc. Knox’s graduation medallion.While deployed to Camp Buehring, Kuwait with the 1st Battalion 151st Field Artillery, Spc. Lina Knox, 175th Forward Support Company (FSC) Soldier of Coon Rapids, Minn., was scheduled to graduate from Metropolitan State University with a Bachelor's of Science degree in Law Enforcement on Dec. 15. Since unable to attend the graduation ceremony, her mother, Joyce Knox, stepped in to accept the diploma.
Joyce Knox, Spc. Lina Knox's mother (right), gets interviewed by Don Shelby, WCCO reporter (left). While deployed to Camp Buehring, Kuwait with the 1st Battalion 151st Field Artillery, Spc. Lina Knox, 175th Forward Support Company (FSC) Soldier of Coon Rapids, Minn., was scheduled to graduate from Metropolitan State University with a Bachelor's of Science degree in Law Enforcement on Dec. 15. Since unable to attend the graduation ceremony, her mother, Joyce Knox, stepped in to accept the diploma.
Lt. Col. Scott St. Sauver, 1st Battalion 151st Field Artillery Commander (left) presents Spc. Lina Knox with her diploma and graduation medallion. While deployed to Camp Buehring, Kuwait with the 1st Battalion 151st Field Artillery, Spc. Lina Knox, 175th Forward Support Company (FSC) Soldier of Coon Rapids, Minn., was scheduled to graduate from Metropolitan State University with a Bachelor's of Science degree in Law Enforcement on Dec. 15. Since unable to attend the graduation ceremony, her mother, Joyce Knox, stepped in to accept the diploma.
Spc. Lina Knox (left) was presented with her diploma and graduation medallion by the commanding staff of her company. While deployed to Camp Buehring, Kuwait with the 1st Battalion 151st Field Artillery, Spc. Lina Knox, 175th Forward Support Company (FSC) Soldier of Coon Rapids, Minn., was scheduled to graduate from Metropolitan State University with a Bachelor's of Science degree in Law Enforcement on Dec. 15. Since unable to attend the graduation ceremony, her mother, Joyce Knox, stepped in to accept the diploma.
