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Tonya Henderson Gatling, the student speaker for NC State's spring 2026 commencement ceremony.

May 4, 2026

Graduating on Her Time

CHASS student Tonya Henderson Gatling is graduating from NC State more than 30 years after starting her journey as a student. She’s sharing her story as student commencement speaker.

Dec 10, 2025

From Classroom to Commencement

As they prepare to graduate, three CHASS seniors reflect on their experiences and the skills they’ve gained to prepare them for the paths ahead.
Urwa Rashid, Fall 2025 Commencement Student Speaker, celebrates her remarkable journey at NC State in her Commencement regalia.

Dec 4, 2025

Beyond Her Years: Meet Urwa Rashid, NC State’s Fall 2025 University Commencement Student Speaker

19-year-old psychology major Urwa Rashid has been selected as the Student Speaker for the Fall University Commencement Ceremony taking place on Dec. 13, 2025.
student standing in red graduation regalia

Dec 6, 2021

Student Commencement Speaker’s Message: Keep Moving Forward

Leadership in the public sector student Shannon Fuller will deliver the commencement address at PNC Arena on Dec. 14.

Dec 19, 2016

A Passion for Service, Activism

Fall 2016 graduate Jonique Lyles said a degree in political science was the perfect avenue to explore her passion for service, activism and helping communities grow and develop.