Welcome Video Presentation

Processional: Pomp and Circumstance
Sir Edward Elgar, arr. Alex Wilson
Grand Valley State University Brass Ensemble (prerecorded)

Opening of Ceremony
Felix Ngassa, Ph.D.
Chair of University Academic Senate

Star-Spangled Banner*
Lindsey O’Donnell, Grand Valley State University student, mezzo-soprano (Friday ceremony)
Hannah St. Andre, Grand Valley State University student, soprano (Saturday ceremonies)
Dr. Andrew Lenhart, faculty – collaborative piano

Welcome and Remarks
Philomena V. Mantella, Ph.D.
President, Grand Valley State University

Conferring of Honorary Degree
President Mantella

Student Speakers

“The Climb”
Hannah St. Andre
Anna Bremmer, Grand Valley State University student, soprano
Lindsey O’Donnell
Saamanthy Rajenthiran, Grand Valley State University student, soprano
Dr. Andrew Lenhart – collaborative piano

Conferring of Degrees
President Mantella
Fatma Mili, Ph.D., Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs

Alma Mater: “Hail to Thee, Grand Valley”*
Arthur C. Hills, arr. Adam Graham
Hannah St. Andre
Anna Bremmer
Lindsey O’Donnell
Saamanthy Rajenthiran
Dr. Andrew Lenhart – collaborative piano

Moving of the Tassel
Provost Mili

Closing of Ceremony
President Mantella
Dr. Felix Ngassa

Recessional