Spring commencement speakers announced

Two leaders celebrated for their achievements and warmth will be the commencement speakers at Spring Commencement at the University of Florida in May. 

Sachio Semmoto, Ph.D., a UF alumnus and entrepreneur who founded one of the largest telecommunications companies in Japan, will address graduates at the Doctoral Commencement Ceremony at 9 a.m. May 1 in the Stephen C. O’Connell Center. 

Kent Fuchs, Ph.D., who returned as interim president of UF last August after serving from 2015 to 2023, will speak at the University-Wide Commencement Ceremony at 7 p.m. May 2 in Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. 

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