And if those sweet remarks weren’t enough to inspire, Kermit wrapped his speech with a “Rainbow Connection” sing-along, reminding everyone of the prism of opportunities before them.

Kermit the Frog addressed the students. (Lloyd Fox/Staff) Having Kermit as a commencement speaker was “certainly special,” Tim Shotashvili, who graduated with a degree in economics, said.

Read the full text of Kermit the Frog’s May 22, 2025, University of Maryland commencement address (voiced by muppet performer Matt Vogel).

Kermit the Frog speaks during University of Maryland's commencement ceremony on Thursday, May 22, 2025, in College Park, Md. Riley Sims / University of Maryland via AP ...

Kermit the Frog speaks during University of Maryland's commencement ceremony on Thursday, May 22, 2025, in College Park, Md. Stephanie S. Cordle / University of Maryland via AP By Associated Press ...

It’s not easy being green, but it sure does make you popular. Kermit the Frog was the commencement speaker Thursday for the Class of 2025 at the University of Maryland, where his creator, Jim ...