Particle.news
Download on the App Store
8 ARTICLES
·
8h ago

Kermit the Frog Delivers Inspiring Address to University of Maryland Class of 2025

The iconic Muppet spoke to 13,000 graduates at SECU Stadium, sharing messages of optimism, creativity, and staying connected to one's inner child.

In this Feb. 1988 file photo, Jim Henson, creator of the Muppets, poses with Kermit the Frog. Kermit is set to take the stage at the University of Maryland’s commencement tonight.
Kermit the Frog speaks during the graduation ceremony at University of Maryland at SECU Stadium in College Park on Thursday. (Lloyd Fox/Staff)
Image
Image

Overview

  • Kermit the Frog, created by University of Maryland alumnus Jim Henson, addressed the Class of 2025 during their commencement ceremony on May 22, 2025, at SECU Stadium.
  • The beloved Muppet encouraged graduates to embrace lifelong learning and maintain a sense of wonder, emphasizing the importance of creativity and kindness.
  • This marks Kermit's third major appearance at UMD, following a 1996 commencement speech and a sold-out lecture in 2024 as part of the College of Arts and Humanities Dean’s Lecture Series.
  • University President Darryll J. Pines highlighted the event as a celebration of Henson's legacy and the university's enduring connection to the Muppets' cultural impact.
  • The ceremony celebrated both the graduates' achievements and the 70th anniversary of the Muppets, reinforcing the university's pride in its unique creative heritage.