WATERLOO – Emma Koester, of Gladbrook, recently received a Master of Science in Nursing and a Doctor of Nursing Practice from Allen College. The College awarded 35 degrees during its commencement ceremony on Aug. 16.

Allen College conferred four Bachelor of Health Sciences in Medical Imaging degrees, three Bachelor of Health Sciences in Public Health degrees, 23 Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees, four Master of Science of Nursing degrees, and one Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.