The University of Maryland announced that beloved Muppet ‘Kermit the Frog’ will deliver the university’s 2025 commencement ...

Our pride in Jim Henson knows no bounds, and it is an honor to welcome Kermit the Frog to our campus, 65 years after Mr. Henson graduated from the University of Maryland." A bronze statue of ...

University of Maryland graduates will soon be center stage at commencement on May 21 — and they will have, as commencement speaker, a superstar who got his start right there: ...

Last week, the University of Maryland announced that Kermit the Frog ... Maryland as the iconic frog character was created by University of Maryland alumnus Jim Henson when he was a student.

The lovable puppet’s appearance “honors the long history between UMD and Muppets creator Jim Henson,” the ... be visited by none other than Kermit the Frog, who will deliver their ...

Pines added, “I am thrilled that our graduates and their families will experience the optimism and insight of the world-renowned Kermit the Frog at such a meaningful time in their lives. Our pride in ...

Kermit the Frog, a character brought to life by Muppets creator and UMD alumnus Jim Henson, will deliver the university's commencement address on Wednesday, May 21, according to an UMD news release.

Second, take along your banjo. Bring along the one you strummed while singing your famous song, “Rainbow Connection” to open ...

University commencement speakers are often notable members of the community or even famous celebrities that can inspire ...