On April 27, the Davenport University family came together for the inaugural Davenport Day. More than 60 Davenport alumni, students, staff, faculty and friends from across the nation posted photos and shared stories using #DavenportDay. Here’s a look back at the celebration:
Austin, a healthcare management student: "I just finished the Winter semester with all A’s in my classes!! I’m so happy! Now, I have a break until the Fall semester! Today, I wanted to show some school spirit for Davenport University! Although I take online classes, I’m so happy for making the right choice for college! I’m very fortunate to have received many scholarships that almost cover my whole degree! I really worked hard to get to that point! I love the health information management program, and it will really prepare me for my long journey to the healthcare field!" 
Khlorese Walton, '16, '18, celebrated #DavenportDay because she is graduating on Sunday! She says, "Davenport University has really had an impact on my life. I was able to go back to school to pursue my goal of becoming a Human Resource Manager! I was able to get my associate and bachelor's degree of Business Administration in Human Resource Management. I will be walking this Sunday with my master's degree in Business Administration in Business Management with a concentration in Human Resource Management. I would not be able to accomplish my goals without the help of my family, faculty members and advisors. I am very proud to be a Davenport alumna!" #DavenportDay 
Davenport's Holland Campus celebrated the Class of 2018 with encouraging notes and great smiles! #DavenportDay 
Whitney and Leah say “Happy #DavenportDay” to the Davenport University class of 2018! #futurepanthers 
Brian Bonzheim, '10, is sporting his Davenport gear on the golf course. He says, "Good luck new alumni!" #DavenportDay 
Happy #DavenportDay from Merrie Herron, '00, and her son. They are representing Davenport University at Kenowa Hills Pathways School. 
Celebrating #DavenportDay with Alumni & Development and Marketing & Communications! 
Alumnae Megan Peters Stiffler, '09, and Sara Hop Mooney, '09, celebrated #DavenportDay over lunch! #proudpanthers 
Celebrating #DavenportDay! 
Celebrating #DavenportDay at the Welcome Center. 
Celebrating #DavenportDay! 
"Took Noelle to the @davenportsoftball game today. I was recognized as an instructor to make an impact by #22 Rylie. It was a great time. #DavenportDay #daddydaughtertime" 
Online student Heather Fegan celebrating #DavenportDay 
"I’m so happy to have finished my MBA in Healthcare Administration! The weekend was bittersweet, because it is also the three year anniversary of the passing my my father. My dad always taught me the value of education. He told me I can have all the world's greatest riches if I work hard and stay focused on the books. Now, I realize that the most most prized possessions in this world are not bought, they are given to you...it’s the love of the people around you! My family is all I have! Thanks mom and bro for supporting me! Cheers Dad! Proud Alumni of Davenport University!" 
Marissa Beadle, '18, celebrated #DavenportDay by reflecting on her past four years as a student. Marissa says, " Davenport University boasts that they will help you 'Get Where The World Is Going,' and that could not have been more true. My graduation cap represents all of the places I was able to travel to during my time in college. An incredible 33 states across the nation and eight countries. And to think, this is just the beginning." ❤️🌎👩🏻🎓 
Alumnus Mike Dokter, '10, '13, is celebrating #DavenportDay at the gym! He says, "Congrats Davenport University class of 2018!" 
🎓 I graduated this past weekend! It was a journey to say the least. After high school, I went right into college and had no idea what I wanted to do. I ended up not taking class very seriously and just wasting my time so I decided to take a break and figure things out. That was a long year and a half of trial and error, but I definitely appreciate taking time to find my way. If you are struggling and need to just take a break, DO IT. I thank GOD I made major changes to my life, reconnected with those who are SO important to me, and finished my degree in Finance at Davenport University🙌🏼 Thank you to the people who push me to be my best and follow my passion of helping others. I can’t imagine where I’d be without my amazing support system💛
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