Misericordia University recently recognized the 13th graduating class from the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Certificate Program during its annual certificate presentation ceremony.

Fifteen students completed the rigorous 18-month academic program, which includes classroom and clinical instruction. The sonography program - more commonly referred to as ultrasound - is for adult or nontraditional learners who possess the necessary prerequisites.Alison Beltz, of Slatington, was honored at the annual completion dinner.