University commencement speakers are often notable members of the community or even famous celebrities that can inspire graduates with a blend of wisdom and humor. This spring, the University of ...

Henson graduated from the University of Maryland," said UMD President Darryll J. Pines. "I sincerely thank The Muppets Studio, Disney and their creative teams for making this possible." ...

Kermit's appearance at commencement "honors" the history between UMD and Muppets creator Jim Henson, who graduated from UMD in 1960. Henson, a home economics major, invented Kermit by building ...

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

The iconic green frog, and the rest of the Muppets, were created by Jim Henson, who graduated from UMD in 1960. According to the university, Kermit is an environmental advocate, a Peabody Award ...

Kermit the Frog was announced at the speaker for the University of Maryland's Class of 2025. Here's what we know about ...

Kermit the Frog's appearance honors the long history between UMD and Muppets creator Jim Henson, who graduated from UMD in 1960. Henson, a home economics major, invented Kermit by building the ...

Henson, who created Kermit and The Muppets, graduated from the University of Maryland in 1960. He majored in home economics and some said he had an early eye for innovation. Henson created Kermit ...

Hi-ho, Kermit the Frog will be at the University of Maryland! The world's most famous frog will deliver the university's commencement address on Wednesday, May 21. The Muppet will share his words ...

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 ...