The following local residents were among the 437 students who received degrees during fall commencement at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls in December. Bachelor's degrees were awarded to 378 students while 59 students received master's degrees.

Jason Snedeker of Maple Grove, MN received a BS degree with a major in Business Administration.

Matthew Ainsworth of Maple Grove, MN received a BS degree with a major in Business Administration.

UW-River Falls 30 miles from downtown St. Paul, Minn.