Weber State proclaims Rainn Wilson as 2024 graduation speaker

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OGDEN — Weber State College introduced that Rainn Wilson, well-known for his function as Dwight Schrute within the TV present “The Workplace,” might be talking on the college’s graduation ceremonies.

Wilson is an Emmy-nominated actor and comic. He’ll converse to Weber State College graduates and their households in the course of the common graduation ceremonies on April 26.

Weber State College President Brad Mortensen mentioned the college is thrilled to host Wilson.

“This yr, we need to forge a brand new custom the place graduation serves as each a celebration of our college students’ achievements and a fascinating group occasion,” Mortensen mentioned. “An acclaimed actor and artistic thinker like Rainn Wilson can provide distinctive and galvanizing insights to our graduates and can make the day much more memorable for them.”

Commencement graduation is scheduled for 7 p.m. on April 26. Particular person school convocation ceremonies might be held all through the day on April 26 and 27.

Almost 3,700 college students are set to graduate from among the many college’s seven tutorial faculties.

Weber State College will award an honorary diploma to Wilson and three others who’ve “made an influence in the neighborhood and state,” a launch from the college states.

Along with being an actor, Wilson is a comic, creator, producer and director. His most up-to-date e-book was launched in 2023 titled, “Soul Increase: Why We Want a Non secular Revolution.” Wilson hosts and produces a documentary sequence, “Rainn Wilson and the Geography of Bliss.”

The graduation ceremony is open to the general public. Precedence seating might be provided to graduates and Weber State college and employees.

Weber State mentioned there is not going to be alternatives for autographs or meet-and-greet periods.

Go to the WSU graduation web site for extra info.

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