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John Urschel

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A variety of special guests, including Penn State graduate John Urschel, offered congratulations to the Class of 2020 via videotaped messages during the livestream of Penn State's Spring 2020 Virtual Commencement ceremony, held May 9, and originating from the studios at WPSU-TV.

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The monitor wall in the control room at WPSU-TV reflected the combination of live images from studio and sound along with the variety of videotaped roll-ins and graphics used in the virtual production of Penn State's Spring 2020 Commencement ceremony on May 9.

President Barron virtual commencement

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Penn State President Eric Barron welcomed graduates, families and friends to the livestream of Spring 2020 Commencement ceremony on the afternoon of May 9. The broadcast also included live remarks from Vice President and Provost Nicholas Jones, along with a variety of videotaped features and special guest appearances.

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Penn State Vice President and Provost Nicholas Jones, left, co-hosted the Spring 2020 Virtual Commencement ceremony live from WPSU-TV studios along with Penn State President Eric Barron. The May 9 livestream was viewed by Penn State graduates, families and friends worldwide.

Chad Smith

#2020grad Chad Smith

Question: Looking back, what do you wish you could tell yourself before your first day of college?

Answer: Keep at it.

Chad Smith, Physical Therapist Assistant

Josiah Koskovics

#2020grad Josiah Koskovics

Dr. McDade inspired me to do my best with learning anatomy and understanding how everything functions together. Dr. Dean really pushed me to understand not just memorize. Dr. Jewel has been the best person to go to when you are struggling. She understands what you’re going through and helps the best way she can.

Josiah Koskovics, Physical Therapist Assistant 

Anthony Costa

#2020grad Anthony Costa

I’m not just looking to help people; I’m looking to give hope to those who have lost it. One day, I want to open my own facility. I’m not looking to change the world, but I want to change society where I’m at. 

Anthony Costa, Physical Therapist Assistant

Anthony Milano

#2020grad Anthony Milano

The PTA program professors are hard on you, but they make sure they prepare you for anything in the field.

Anthony Milano, Physical Therapist Assistant

Celebrate our Class of 2020

Celebrate our Class of 2020

Following the May 9, 2020 University-wide livestreamed commencement ceremony, Penn State Shenango will host a virtual social get-together for the class of 2020 and faculty, alumni and staff.

The May 9, 2 p.m. livestreamed ceremony will recognize all Penn State undergraduate and graduate students. Graduates’ family and friends are invited to log in to the livestream as the University recognizes and confers Penn State degrees. Viewers can watch the ceremony at spring2020.commencement.psu.edu.