If you had the opportunity to address your fellow graduates at this year's commencement ceremony, what would you say?Each year the Department of Psychology selects one undergraduate student to deliver a 5-minute speech at its commencement ceremony. The theme of your speech is entirely up to you so long as it in some way reflects the significance of graduating from the University of Maryland with a graduate or undergraduate degree in psychology.
All graduating seniors are encouraged to apply and semifinalists will be selected on the basis of the fit with their theme and their record of academic excellence and outstanding contributions.
Step 1: Prepare your written reply to these two prompts
- Why do you believe that you should be selected to represent the graduating class? Consider your record of academic achievements as well as your contribution to the Department, the College, the University and the Community at large. (300 words max)
- Provide a brief summary of overall message you would like to convey to your fellow graduates. (200 words max)
Applicants selected as semifinalists will draft the complete speech and interview with members of the Department of Psychology’s Undergraduate Committee.
