College of Arts and Sciences Dean Ron Yasbin presented UMSL social work professors Sharon Johnson (left) and Lois Pierce with the award.

College of Arts and Sciences Dean Ron Yasbin presented UMSL social work professors Sharon Johnson (left) and Lois Pierce with the award.
College of Arts and Sciences Dean Ron Yasbin presented UMSL social work professors Sharon Johnson (left) and Lois Pierce with the award.
College of Arts and Sciences Dean Ron Yasbin presented UMSL social work professors Sharon Johnson (left) and Lois Pierce with the award.
Campus photographer Derik Holtmann captured joyous scenes as UMSL celebrated nearly 1,700 spring and summer graduates during five commencement ceremonies.