Freed-Hardeman University in Henderson, Tenn., held its spring graduation ceremony in mid-May, and approximately 300 students were presented with their baccalaureate and graduate degrees – including one from Russellville.

Kaleb Steadman, of Russellville, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in psychology.

Commencement speaker John DeBerry, senior advisor to Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, encouraged graduates to have goals and to live their faith. DeBerry is an FHU alumnus and a member of the FHU Board of Trustees.

The mission of Freed-Hardeman University is to help students develop their God-given talents for His glory by empowering them with an education that integrates Christian faith, scholarship and service. With locations in Henderson, Memphis and Dickson, Tenn., FHU offers bachelor’s, master’s, specialist’s and doctoral degrees. More information is available at www.fhu.edu.