Published February 11, 2023
Commencement Speaker Announced
Wittenberg is proud to announce that Albert Bryan Jr., class of 1989 and governor of the U.S. Virgin Islands, has agreed to present the keynote address at the 173rd Commencement exercises scheduled for Saturday, May 13, in picturesque Commencement Hollow. The announcement came during the 100 Days 'Til Graduation event, which took place Feb. 2, in Founders Pub inside the Benham-Pence Student Center.
Celebrating Diversity
Throughout January and February, the University has been celebrating the life, legacy, and teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through a series of events presented by members of the faculty and sponsored by Wittenberg鈥檚 Diversity Advisory Committee. January events included a hip-hop performance, science symposium, and various lectures. Information about February events can be found here.
Arts & Humanities
Wittenberg will offer a special spring session of talks and performances as part of its Wittenberg Series programming. Following a two-year hiatus, the Series will welcome successful Hollywood producer Lauren Schmidt Hissrich 鈥�00; environmental historian Matthew Morse Booker of the National Humanities Center; and Grammy Award-winning quartet Third Coast Percussion. All Wittenberg Series events are free and open to the public.
Recognized for National Excellence
The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation recently announced that Wittenberg鈥檚 department of education was one of 55 providers from 28 states and the United Arab Emirates to receive accreditation for their educator preparation programs in 2022. Wittenberg was among four Ohio schools to receive the accreditation.
Happy Valentine's Day!
It鈥檚 not too late to download specially designed graphics and printables for Valentine鈥檚 Day, courtesy of the Wittenberg Alumni Association. Created by Claudia Rieth, class of 2020, the Valentines feature illustrated images of Ezry the Tiger, with options for individual cards and sets of six.
Commit to Witt Countdown
Join the entire Wittenberg community for 1845 Minutes of Giving during Commit to Witt on March 14-15! Show your commitment to a better, stronger Wittenberg by offering a challenge gift or participating in the annual University-wide celebration of Tigers worldwide.
Here are ways to engage during our #Commit2Witt Celebration:
- by February 19 to receive your Ambassador Swag Pack.
- and multiply your impact by donating to the challenge fund of your choice.
- to show your Tiger pride.
By working together, we can support the people, the place, and the present of Wittenberg for generations to come. We can't do it without you. Thank you for sharing your Tiger pride!
Opportunity for Engagement
The Alumni Association Board is seeking interested candidates who are proven leaders, have demonstrated service to the alumni population, are experienced in working in a collaborative environment, and are committed to serving as Wittenberg ambassadors in their communities. Find out more information, and submit a nomination for yourself or a fellow alumnus/a by March 10, 2023.