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03-05-2025
- Business
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A word (or two) of advice: Who's speaking at MetroWest college graduations?
The time is nearly here for caps and gowns, as the Class of 2025 prepares for commencement exercises at area colleges and universities. On their way out, they will be treated to words of wisdom from business people, academics, media figures, state officials and, in the case of Dean College, one of their own. What follows is some basic information about who has been chosen to deliver keynote speeches at undergraduate graduation ceremonies throughout MetroWest: When: 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 24 Where: DCU Center Arena and Convention Center, Worcester Commencement speaker: NBC10 Boston news anchor Latoyia Edwards. Known for her work with NBC10 Boston and NECN, she has been a prominent figure in New England journalism for more than two decades. She was named one of Boston Magazine's Most Influential Bostonians in 2023. 'Her inspiring journey, commitment to community engagement and dedication to storytelling as a vehicle for making connections resonate deeply with our mission to empower students to lead with purpose and integrity,' Framingham State University President Nancy Niemi said in a prepared statement. When: 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 10 Where: In front of Dean Hall, along Awpie Way, Franklin Commencement speaker: Communications major Amanda Shields (student speaker). For two years, she has been a member of the National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS), the nation's largest leadership honor society. Students are nominated by their college or university for membership based on academic standing and leadership potential. Shields has also served as student manager of Dean's baseball team. When: 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 17 Where: Bentley University Football Stadium, Waltham Commencement speaker: Jerry Jacobs Jr., CEO of Delaware North and an alternate governor of the Boston Bruins. A graduate of Georgetown University, he joined Delaware North, a multinational food service and hospitality company based in Buffalo, New York, in 1989. In 2015, Jeremy Jacobs Sr. named Jerry Jr. and his brother Louis co-heads of Delaware North. When: 9 a.m. on Sunday, May 18 Where: Gosman Sports and Convention Center, Waltham Commencement speaker: American Judaism historian and professor Jonathan D. Sarna. He teaches in Brandeis' department of Near Eastern and Judaic Studies and serves as director of the university's Schusterman Center for Israel Studies. Sarna is regarded as one of the most prominent historians of American Judaism. His 2004 book, "American Judaism: A History, received the National Jewish Booh Award. When: 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 29 Where: MassBay's main campus in Wellesley Hills Commencement speaker: Patrick Tutwiler, Massachusetts secretary of education. For the time being, he's also interim commissioner of the Department of Early and Secondary Education after Russell Johnston's departure in March. Tutwiler holds a PhD from Boston College's Lynch School of Education and Human Development. When: 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 10 Where: Leader Bank Pavillion in Boston's Seaport District Commencement speaker: Beverly Malone, president and CEO for the National League for Nursing, which promotes excellence in nursing education. The American Nurses Association (ANA) named her as its 2024 Hall of Fame Award recipient. Malone also served as federal deputy assistant secretary for health under President Clinton. When: 10:30 a.m. on Friday, May 16 Where: Severance Green, Wellesley Commencement speaker: Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and bestselling author Isabel Wilkerson. In 1994, she became the first Black journalist to win a Pulitzer Prize for individual reporting and first Black woman to win a journalism Pulitzer, according to the National Association of Black Jourmalists. Former Chicago bureau chief for The New York Times. This article originally appeared on MetroWest Daily News: Who's speaking at MetroWest college graduations?
Yahoo
21-03-2025
- Business
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Dean College hosts Women in Business Conference on March 28. Who's expected to speak
FRANKLIN — Dean College's Women in Business Club is preparing for its second annual Women in Business Conference, according to a community announcement. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to noon on Friday, March 28, at the Guidrey Center, located inside the Dr. Paula M. Rooney Student Center, 99 Main St. This year's theme is "Finding Your Voice: Empowering Women to Lead with Confidence," according to the announcement. The conference is open to the public. 'We are so excited to have the opportunity to welcome inspiring guest speakers, entertaining student performances, and a forum for networking through our upcoming conference,' said Nora Rodas, a junior who serves as co-president of the Women in Business Club, in a statement. Guest speakers include Jennifer Moylan, chief operating officer and chief financial officer of AAM 15 Management, LLC; and Ilona Znakharchuk, founder and CEO of Solodko, a Boston catering business specializing in Ukrainian desserts and cakes. 'It's a great life, folks': Former Gov. Dukakis encourages Dean students to pursue politics Complimentary breakfast items and beverages will be available throughout the morning. The event will also feature student performances and networking opportunities. 'Our club strives to build a community on campus where women can come together to inspire each other, and this year's conference has been designed to do just that,' said Katelyn Davis, also a junior and co-president of the Women in Business Club, in a statement. Registration is free and can be completed online. This story was created by reporter Beth McDermott, bmcdermott1@ with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at or share your thoughts at with our News Automation and AI team. This article originally appeared on The Milford Daily News: Dean College hosts second Women in Business Conference March 28
