News

Actions

Fisk University celebrates its students during their 150th commencement

Posted
and last updated

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — On Monday, Fisk University will celebrate its students during the historic university's 150th commencement, which marks a historic moment.

Media veterans Al Roker and Deborah Roberts will be in town as the keynote speakers.

Fisk's President, Dr. Agenia Clark, has a longstanding relationship with Roker and Roberts and said they are cherished friends of Fisk University. Their dedication to excellence and social responsibility mirrors the university's core values.

Dr. Clark said they are grateful for the willingness to come inspire their next graduating class.

The commencement ceremony is happening at the House of God Church in North Nashville at 9 a.m. A live stream of the ceremony can be found here.

Gallatin teenager stars in high school musical despite brain tumor diagnosis

Cole is a person I think everyone should meet. After saving his sister's life, he's in a fight for his own. And yet he lives so joyfully, performing on stage and continuing to do what he loves. His family's story will both inspire you and make you reflect on your own. Click if you want to watch one of the most impressive young men in action, determined to write the lines of his own story despite the circumstances.

-Rebecca Schleicher