Kyle Doney Earns Bachelor’s Degree from Florida State

By Emma Brown

TALLAHASSEE — Perseverance is a word that Brighton’s Kyle Doney doesn’t take lightly. It has come to be a part of every aspect of his life.

On April 27, his perseverance paid off as he walked across the stage at the University Civic Center to end one journey and begin another. On this date Doney received his bachelor’s degree in political science from Florida State University (FSU).

He has proven through his educational endeavors to be an intelligent young man of integrity with a great will to succeed. Working with Doney, members of the Education Department came to realize what a dedicated person he is, a young man with a vision that is indestructible. He set his educational goal and did everything in his power to attain it.

The new graduate participated in many memorable events while at FSU, where he had the honor of acting as university mascot Renegade during a couple of home games. He was also asked to lead the Pledge of Allegiance at the 2007 commencement program. Doney is very well liked by the FSU administration, and members of the Tribe’s Education Department staff look upon him as a dependable student contact. He was always willing to meet with new or potential students whenever needed.

After a monthlong trip to Europe with the Alumni Association, Doney said he plans on returning to the Seminole Tribe to be part of the Management Program. His parents, Kenny and Marilyn, definitely have a reason to be proud and should be commended on their job as parents for rearing such a fine young man.

Doney’s family from Montana and Brighton, along with members of the Education Department, shared in this milestone in his life with very proud hearts. We want to wish him the best of luck in his future endeavors and congratulate him on achieving such an important goal in his life. Doney has earned something that can never be taken from him — an education.