Today was an important moment in Ohio State history. It was another commencement for the 2020 graduating class, but one done virtually because of the current COVID-19 pandemic. That doesn’t mean it wasn’t without its special moments.
All told, almost 13,000 (12,967 to be exact) received their degrees Sunday — the largest commencement ever at Ohio State. Despite Ohio Stadium being empty, the event was not short on pomp and circumstance. There were addresses from key leaders and figures of the University, stirring videos, and other touching moments.
But one of those sentimental videos was shared by Ohio State via its official Twitter profile just after the ceremony.
You can watch it for yourself by clicking the video below, with the transcript to follow underneath the video. It is a truly extraordinary time during this crazy pandemic, but it’s also a historic time for almost 13,000 people ready to go out and take on the world.
Congratulations, #OSUGrad Class of 2020! You are #TogetherAsBuckeyes, now and forever. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/rWlqkhvDDT
— Ohio State (@OhioState) May 3, 2020