The following area residents were among nearly 800 who graduated at Harding University on May 9:
• James Buie of White Hall, received an educational doctorate degree in educational leadership.
• Morgan Scallion of White Hall received a Doctor of Pharmacy degree.
• Devin McDiarmid of Banks received a Master of Science degree in educational leadership.
• Jeffry McKinney of Rison received an education specialist degree in educational leadership.