The Clinton School of Public Service is honored to announce that President Bill Clinton, Founder and Board Chair of the Clinton Foundation and 42nd President of the United States, will deliver the keynote address for the 20th Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 2.
While the ceremony is not open to the public, a livestream will be available for viewers on YouTube at 10 a.m. This historic event celebrates the Class of 2026, which is the 20th cohort to graduate from the nation’s first Master of Public Service (MPS) degree program.
A Milestone for Public Service
Since the Clinton School’s establishment in 2004, our graduates have traveled the globe to bridge the gap between academic theory and real-world impact. The Class of 2026 includes approximately 60 students from our in-person and online programs who have completed a rigorous education focused on critical analysis, community building, and transformative leadership.
President Clinton’s address comes as the Clinton Foundation celebrates 25 years of advancing leadership and accelerating solutions across the United States and around the world. His life’s work in public service continues to serve as the blueprint for the mission and values of the Clinton School.
Tradition in Action: Giving at Graduation
Continuing a tradition of service that began in 2010, this year’s “Giving at Graduation” drive will benefit the Little Rock School District (LRSD). We invite you to join our graduates in supporting the following initiatives:
- Reading in the Rock: Please consider donating new or gently used children’s books to help eliminate “book deserts” across the city.
- Bright Futures Little Rock: Requested donations include toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, backpacks, LRSD uniform pieces, new packages of socks and children’s underwear, belts, and jackets.
For media inquiries or credential requests, please contact Angie Faller, Marketing and Communications Manager, at afaller@clintonschool.uasys.edu.