Belmont University held its spring 2024 commencement ceremonies for graduate and undergraduate students on Friday, May 3 and Saturday, May 4 in the Curb Event Center. Across four ceremonies, the University recognized the graduation of 1,758 students, including bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral candidates.
Belmont President Dr. Greg Jones presided over the events and presented the commencement address at all ceremonies.
During the Friday morning ceremony, Dr. Jones awarded special honorary Doctor of University degrees to former Tennessee Governors Phil Bredesen and Bill Haslam, two individuals who have greatly impacted the state of Tennessee and beyond as public servants, businessmen and visionaries.
Since 1962, American colleges and universities have presented honorary degrees in recognition of scholarly and creative attainments and meritorious humanitarian service. Belmont is selective in bestowing this award, which is the highest honor presented by the University.
Jones noted the Governors’ leadership, business acumen, and commendable journey post-governorship with their "You Might Be Right" podcast, now in its fourth season.
“This initiative exemplifies bipartisanship, reminding us of the power of dialogue and mutual respect,” he said. “Today, as we honor Governors Bredesen and Haslam, we celebrate their achievements alongside their ongoing contribution to fostering a community that values dialogue over division, empathy over enmity.
Recordings of all ceremonies are available on the University's YouTube channel. View photos here from the commencement ceremonies.
