One graduating senior will give a brief (5-7 minute) speech at Commencement on Saturday, May 9th. This speaker is selected by a Committee composed of faculty, staff, and Student Senate members.
Step 1: Apply by Monday, March 16
To apply to be the undergraduate student Commencement speaker, complete the form below and upload an outline of your speech no later than midnight on Monday, March 16th.
Step 2: Audition on Friday, March 20
On Friday, March 20, between 3:30 and 6 p.m., applicants will audition by presenting their speech to the Selection Committee (Please indicate your audition time preferences on the form below).
The Committee will select the speaker. A faculty member from the Department of Communication & Media will help the selected student rehearse and improve their speech.
All applicants will be emailed their scheduled audition time and the location on March 17th. Applicants are required to submit a full script of their completed speech before or at the time of their audition. Completed speeches should be emailed to Dr. Robin Heaton (rheaton@heidelberg.edu).
