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February 4, 2025

The University of Montevallo celebrated the achievements of 144 students as they received their degrees during the University’s Fall Commencement on Dec. 13 in the McChesney Student Activity Center.

Todd Strange, the chairman of the UM Board of Trustees and former mayor of Montgomery, delivered the keynote address and received an honorary doctorate for his many years of service to the University.

“Todd is an example of what I want for all of you. He’s hard-working, dedicated, has common sense, is good-humored, is caring, loyal and earnest,” said Dr. John W. Stewart III, the University’s president. “These are traits of success no matter your major, course of study or background. Todd is a fabulous example of someone who has served his alma mater almost his entire life.”