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Taft College Graduates Celebrate, Many Head to CSUB

23 May 2026 16:40

Taft College held its graduation ceremony on Friday evening, with many graduates planning to transfer to Cal State Bakersfield. - Cody Clark, a kinesiology major, will transfer to CSUB and aims to become a physical therapist.

- LaPortsha Gage, a mother of four, earned her degree and plans to open a nonprofit for troubled youth. - The college received graduation applications from 473 students.

The event highlighted personal achievements and community support, with graduates pursuing diverse goals in health, education, and social services.

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