Ceremony Program
University of Pittsburgh Undergraduate Commencement Convocation
celebrating
Kenneth P. Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences and
College of General Studies
May 4, 2021
Presiding
Patrick Gallagher, PhD
Chancellor of the University and Chief Executive Officer
Opening of Ceremony
Chris W. Bonneau, PhD
Chief University Marshal
President of the University Senate
Alma Mater
Heinz Chapel Choir
Susan Rice, DMA
Director
Welcome
Patrick Gallagher
Messages from Members of the Board of Trustees
Conferring of Honorary Degree
Patrick Gallagher
Ann E. Cudd, PhD
Provost and Senior Vice Chancellor
Doctor of Fine Arts, Honoris Causa
Upon
Rebecca L. Skloot, MFA
Journalist, Teacher, Author
Commencement Address
Rebecca L. Skloot
Dean's Address
Kathleen M. Blee, PhD
Betty J. and Ralph E. Bailey Dean,
Kenneth P. Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences
and the College of General Studies
Student Address
Morgan A.S. Ottley
Candidate for Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Kenneth P. Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences, Class of 2021
Announcement of Undergraduate Candidates
Conferring of Degrees
Patrick Gallagher
Messages to the Class of 2021
Prominent Leaders
Closing of Ceremony
Patrick Gallagher