Central Methodist University celebrated its Winter 2024 commencement on December 7 in Puckett Fieldhouse on the Fayette campus.

Fischer Raylee Tharp, St. James, Missouri, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics. The son of Bryan and Shannon Tharp, St. James, Fischer is currently teaching mathematics to students in grades 7 through 12 in Jamestown, Missouri. He resides in Fayette, where he pursued his college studies. Fischer plans to further his education by either pursuing a Master’s degree in Mathematics or attending law school. He is a 2020 graduate of Rock Port High School.