Columbia State Community College nursing faculty recently pinned Jennifer Cotham of Hohenwald and Rebecca King of Hampshire, as two of 41 new nursing graduates during a live-streamed ceremony.

"These nursing graduates have shown amazing resilience and perseverance during this pandemic," said Amy Huff, Columbia State nursing program director. "They have gained the knowledge and skills required to provide safe, competent, and compassionate patient care but also the flexibility and innovation needed to function in today's healthcare environment."

"The COVID-19 pandemic forced some changes in h...