CANTON, Mo. – Culver-Stockton College has announced Abagail Mooney (Silex, Mo., pictured on the right) and Jacob Richards (Wellsville, Kan., pictured below) as the Junior Marshals for the 2026 Commencement ceremony, set for Saturday, May 16. This honor is awarded to outstanding members of the junior class who exemplify academic excellence, leadership, and service to the campus community.
Mooney, an elementary education major, has distinguished herself through her academic achievements and campus involvement. She serves as a resident assistant, student tour guide, and is actively involved in Culver-Stockton Teachers Organization (CSTO) within the education department, while also competing as a member of both the women’s basketball and track and field teams.
“I chose Culver-Stockton because I loved the feeling I got when I arrived on campus and how everyone made me feel welcome when I visited,” Mooney said. “This opportunity means a lot to me because I am honored to be chosen by the College and gain knowledge through this experience.”
Following graduation, Mooney plans to return to Lincoln County (Missouri) to pursue a career as an elementary teacher, with aspirations to also coach and remain close to her family.
Richards, a computer and data science and sport management double major, has also made a significant impact through his involvement across campus. A member of the football team, Richards is an NAIA Scholar-Athlete and contributes as a commentator for the Wildcat Network. He also leads the intramural sports program and works in the Lab.
“I chose Culver-Stockton because it allowed me to continue playing football while getting a quality education and being able to make an impact on campus,” Richards said. “Being a Junior Marshal means a lot to me. For my peers/mentors to select me as a representative for the Junior class means they saw me as a complete individual on and off the field, which means the world to me.”
Culver-Stockton College’s 2026 Commencement is set to start at 9:30 a.m. May 16 in the Charles Field House on C-SC’s Canton campus.
For more information about the 2026 C-SC Commencement ceremony, visit https://culver.edu/academics/registrar/commencement/.
Contact the Marketing & Public Relations Office, at pr@culver.edu or 573-288-6000 ext. 6728 for more information.
NOTE: A number that appears immediately after a person’s name (i.e. Jane Doe ’18) is a reference to the year that person earned their bachelor’s degree from Culver-Stockton.