University of Wisconsin-Madison officials announced that former Badger and current Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson will be the 2016 spring commencement speaker.
The announcement was made in a YouTube video that was posted Monday.
“UW-Madison has scored a big name commencement speaker for this spring’s ceremony,” the announcement said. “This orator has won points for his professional achievements in his field and is glad to be returning to a venue that holds so many positive memories for him.”
Spring commencement will be held at noon on May 14 at Camp Randall Stadium.
