Commencement Program
This initial version of the program book includes information about the university and the ceremony.
Stay tuned for the full version of Walden’s 73rd Commencement program book, with the names of all graduates, coming October 2025!
Alumni Speaker
Brittany Freeman-Anderson
PsyD in Behavioral Health Leadership ’23
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Dr. Brittany Freeman-Anderson, LPC, ACS, is a licensed counselor, speaker, educator, and CEO of A Freeman’s Place Counseling, offering culturally responsive care to youth, women, and families. A two-time Walden alumna, she also founded Hey Dr. Britt, a platform focused on grief and loss education for individuals, communities, and organizations.
Faculty Speaker
Sidney Shaw
PhD, Core Faculty, College of Social and Behavioral Health
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Dr. Sidney Shaw, core faculty in Walden’s MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program since 2014, has over two decades of counseling experience across diverse settings. His scholarly work includes national presentations, peer-reviewed publications, and research on anxiety, suicide prevention, AI in counseling, and psychological flexibility.
Faculty Speaker
Montrece Ransom
Contributing Faculty, College of Interdisciplinary Undergraduate Studies
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Dr. Montrece Ransom, JD, MPH, is director of the National Coordinating Center for Public Health Training. An ICF-certified Empowerment Coach and DEI-certified Belonging Strategist , she has received awards from APHA and ABA and was named a Top 5 Coach by Entrepreneur Mogul . She has been a Walden faculty member since 2014.
FACULTY CONGRATS TO GRAD
Congratulations, Walden Graduates! Your faculty are incredibly proud of your hard work and dedication. Hear from some of your faculty as you celebrate this milestone.
Graduate Shout-Outs
Walden University proudly celebrates our community of over 200,000 alumni from more than 165 countries!
Pass the torch!
Do you know someone who is ready to take on a new challenge? As a Walden graduate, you can pass along a 15% tuition reduction to new students you refer.*
