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Focus On Graduates, Not Speakers, Ben Sells
Focus On Graduates, Not Speakers, Ben Sells
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I love the pomp and circumstance that marks commencement. It's the most important, picture-perfect day in the life of a university. And as a president, it's a great honor to present a diploma, shake hands and congratulate each graduate.
The tradition of commencement, one that spans hundreds of years, has a modern addition: the high-profile speaker. It's an approach I once supported. But my mind changed after becoming president of Ouachita Baptist University in 2016. I learned Ouachita's practice was not having an outside commencement speaker. It's a practice I've come to deeply affirm.
Here's why
Commencement Location Changed To Vining Arena, Ouachita News Bureau
Commencement Location Changed To Vining Arena, Ouachita News Bureau
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Due to expected rain, Ouachita Baptist University’s 132nd spring commencement will be held on Saturday, May 11, 2019, in Bill Vining Arena, located in Sturgis Physical Education Center. The ceremony will begin at 9:30 a.m. and will honor 345 graduates.