Ashley Melton graduates from UW-Whitewater

WHITEWATER, WI (07/09/2025)– Ashley Melton from Gilmer, TX, earned a degree from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater at spring commencement, held May 17, 2025.

Approximately 1,500 students crossed the stage to receive their degrees at the ceremony, held at Kachel Fieldhouse in the Williams Center.

Melton graduated with the following degree: Communication Sciences and Disorders – BA

The graduating class included seven international students, 111 military veterans and 204 nontraditional students, defined as undergraduate students who are 25 years of age or older. In addition, 171 self-identified students with disabilities received degrees.

A total of 222 students participated in the university’s Hired Before Graduation campaign, which celebrates students who landed a job, were promoted in their current job, earned acceptance to graduate school or started their own business before commencement.