Guest speaker is alumnus Dr. LaVelle Hendricks
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MONROE — The University of Louisiana Monroe’s Fall 2017 Commencement Ceremony is 10 a.m.,
Saturday, Dec. 9 in Fant-Ewing Coliseum.
Degrees will be conferred by President Dr. Nick J. Bruno to students in ULM’s three
colleges and graduate school. Those students who finished their degrees during the
summer sessions will also receive their diplomas. Approximately 749 degrees will be
awarded; 584 bachelor's, 155 master's and 10 Ph.D.
ULM alumni and member of the ULM Foundation, Dr. LaVelle Hendricks, Associate Professor
in the Psychology, Counseling, and Special Education Department at Texas A&M University-Commerce,
Texas, will serve as the commencement speaker.
Hendricks said he looks forward to being at ULM where he will deliver a speech that
centers around the topic “To whom much has been given, much is required.”
"ULM represents what's great about higher education,” said Hendricks. “The knowledge
gained during my student years equipped me with the necessary tools to embark upon
a future with confidence and meet the challenges of being a global citizen."
For those who cannot attend the ceremony, the live webcast can be found at ulm.edu/commencement.
Shortly after the conclusion of the event, a full recording of the event will be archived
for viewing.
For seating and guest information, visit ulm.edu/commencement-info.
About Dr. Hendricks
Dr. LaVelle Hendricks is a graduate of West Monroe High School. He received his Bachelor
in Legal Issues from ULM in 1983 and his Master of Education from the same institution
in 1985. He earned his Doctor of Education degree from Texas A&M University – Commerce.
Hendricks has been involved in higher education and counselor education for many years. His
teaching focuses on courses in student affairs, addiction, counseling diverse populations,
crisis intervention, bullying and social aggression, human sexuality, anger management,
suicide prevention/intervention, domestic violence, and introduction to the counseling
profession.
Hendricks has published many scholarly articles and received various awards for his
work and community service. He is a sought-after presenter/speaker by many local,
state, national, and international organizations.
Hendricks is a member of Commerce Independent School Board, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity,
Board of Directors of Commerce Community Cares, Rotary Club, Texas Association of
Addiction Professionals, National Association for Addiction Professionals, and President
of Hunt/Hopkins County African American Leadership Conference.
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