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Xin Yu Graduates from UT-Austin

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Xin Yu of Wayland graduated with a Master of Science in data science from the University of Texas at Austin. Yu was one of nearly 9,500 students who received an undergraduate, master’s or doctoral degree. UT-Austin celebrated its 142nd graduating class during Commencement ceremonies on May 10.
As the top public university in Texas, UT–Austin is an influential catalyst for scientific, economic and societal progress. Founded in 1883, the University’s main campus spans 431 acres with a community of almost 54,000 students, 3,500 faculty members and 15,000 staff members and includes over 580,000 living alumni across the globe. The University is a leader in energy, A.I., entrepreneurship and national security.

Schofield Graduates from Holy Cross

Erica Schofield of Wayland received a bachelor of arts degree from the College of the Holy Cross. Schofield is among 733 bachelor of arts degree recipients Holy Cross celebrated at its 179th Commencement held in person on May 23 at the DCU Center in July.

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