Ë¿¹ÏAV Welcomes Donald E. Graham as Spring 2026 Commencement Speaker
Apr 26, 2026
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Our Lady of the Lake University is proud to welcome Donald E. Graham, chairman of Graham Holdings Company, as the Spring 2026 commencement speaker. A respected business leader and champion for educational access, Graham brings decades of experience in leadership, innovation, and public service. Beyond his success in the business sector, Graham has made a lasting impact in higher education and student opportunity. He is a co-founder of TheDream.US, the nation’s largest scholarship fund for DREAMers, and previously served as chairman of the District of Columbia College Access Program (DC-CAP), where he continues to serve on the board. Through DC-CAP, more than 23,000 students in Washington, D.C., have been helped to enroll in college, with scholarships totaling more than $33 million. |
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His commitment to expanding access to education reflects Ë¿¹ÏAV’s own mission and holds special meaning in communities where higher education can open doors, strengthen families, and transform lives. Graham’s experience is a powerful reminder that business success can go hand in hand with a deep investment in students and the future of our society.