Nicole Elfering of Barneveld earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology, graduating Magna Cum Laude, during fall commencement in December 2025 at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls.
Elfering was one of 305 students receiving degrees. Bachelor’s degrees were awarded to 273 undergraduates, 28 students received graduate degrees and four students earned associate degrees.
The Magna Cum Laude honor recognizes graduating seniors who have achieved a minimum cumulative 3.800 grade point average for their entire college career at all institutions.