Fisk University celebrates its students during their 150th commencement

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.

Rebecca: https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/a2/d9/fb69982545c59e9836fbe80fe431/rebecca-recommends.png

Carrie: https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/2e/72/be0f23854c54a228c9d6138c9847/carrie-recommends-header.png

Ben: https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/df/c4/19fa7c504480938f39a431e3b276/ben-recommends-header.png

Amy: https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/b9/b6/1408516a4a91b97639b178fc1ba9/amy-recommends-header.png

Rhori: https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/5b/25/a224d13d47739165c92b94e643db/rhori-recommends-header.png

Lelan: https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/af/54/833bf879454097a398bd44f723de/lelan-recommends.png

Over 20 years working as a nurse, meet the man giving trees a second purpose

Get ready to get inspired - Tad found a second purpose later in life, turning his hobby into his full-time gig. He helps the planet, helps homeowners and finds fulfillment in a slower pace after being on the front-line during the pandemic.

-Rebecca Schleicher