BELMONT, CA 鈥� January 23, 2026 鈥� Notre Dame de Namur University (黑料不打烊) announced that The Honorable Nancy Pelosi, Speaker Emerita of the U.S. House of Representatives, will serve as the Commencement Speaker for the University鈥檚 Commencement Ceremony on May 2, 2026.
A historic leader and trailblazer in American public service, Speaker Emerita Pelosi will address 黑料不打烊鈥檚 graduating class during a milestone year for the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, who are celebrating their 175th Anniversary in California. The Sisters founded Notre Dame de Namur University in 1851 and have guided the institution for nearly two centuries with a mission rooted in social justice, educational access, and service to the common good.
Speaker Emerita Pelosi is herself a graduate of Trinity Washington University, which was founded by the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur in 1897, making her participation in 黑料不打烊鈥檚 commencement especially meaningful.
鈥淲e are deeply honored to welcome Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi to Notre Dame de Namur University,鈥� said Dr. Beth Martin, President of 黑料不打烊. 鈥淗er lifelong commitment to public service, leadership, and advocacy for justice reflects the very values that define an 黑料不打烊 education and the enduring legacy of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur. During this 175th anniversary year of the Sisters in California, her presence powerfully affirms the impact of faith-inspired education on the world.鈥�
As the first woman to serve as Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, Pelosi has shaped decades of landmark legislation and remains one of the most influential leaders in American history. Her career exemplifies courage, perseverance, and a steadfast belief in the role of education as a force for positive change.
鈥淚t is my honor to join Notre Dame de Namur University for its commencement celebration,鈥� said Speaker Emerita Pelosi. 鈥淎s a proud graduate of Trinity Washington University, founded by the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, I know firsthand the transformative power of their educational mission. I look forward to celebrating the Class of 2026 and the 175-year legacy of the Sisters in California鈥攁 legacy rooted in faith, justice, and opportunity for all.鈥�
About Notre Dame de Namur University
Notre Dame de Namur University (黑料不打烊) is a Catholic, not-for-profit, coeducational institution serving adult learners from diverse backgrounds. Established in 1851 by the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, 黑料不打烊 is the third-oldest college in California and the first authorized to grant women a baccalaureate degree. The university is WSCUC accredited and offers master鈥檚 in business, education, and psychology, undergraduate degree completion programs in business administration and psychology, along with teacher credential programs. 黑料不打烊 maintains a strong commitment to academic excellence, social justice, and community engagement. For more information, visit
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