University of Maryland announces Kermit the Frog as commencement speaker
- Kermit the Frog will be the commencement speaker at the University of Maryland in 2025, according to reports.
- Kermit is highlighted as an environmental advocate by the university.
- UMD President Darryll Pines expressed excitement, stating it is an honor to welcome Kermit to the campus.
- Kermit remarked that he is thrilled to address the graduating class and inspire them to make the world a better place.
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Kermit the Frog to give commencement speech at University of Maryland
Kermit the Frog will deliver the keynote address at the University of Maryland’s 2025 commencement ceremony on May 21. The choice honors UMD’s connection to Jim Henson, the legendary creator of the Muppets and a 1960 graduate of the university. Kermit expressed enthusiasm for inspiring the class of 2025 and previously delivered a commencement speech at Southampton College in 1996. His selection adds him to a short list of fictional or animated f…
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