Student Speakers at Commencement

The Student Speaker has been a highlight of commencement ceremonies at º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½, and this year we will have two student speakers, one representing the undergraduate students and one representing the graduate students. Therefore, we invite all graduating students to apply.  This is a great opportunity to address º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ classmates and their families and to share your thoughts as you begin a new phase of your life.  

How to Apply

  • Write your speech, usually 4-5 minutes in length when spoken, normally 2 to 2.5 pages double-spaced.
  • Submit the speech to the Academic Affairs Office, Erskine 240, or email to AcademicAffairsOffice@ohiodominican.edu

Deadline

  • Speeches must be submitted in advance of the commencement day as determined by the Office of Academic Affairs.

Selection Process

  • A committee of faculty will review the speeches and select the undergraduate and graduate speakers. 
  • Following selection, the student speakers will be notified to arrange a meeting regarding the details, including rehearsal.