Professor Angus Fletcher will deliver the commencement address at Ohio State's summer commencement on August 4, where approximately 1,600 degrees will be awarded. Fletcher is a story scientist, author and screenwriter, and is leading an academic think tank for the study of how stories work. 

Ohio State President Walter “Ted” Carter Jr. praised the choice of speaker, describing Professor Fletcher as "a dedicated mentor, dynamic writer, passionate educator and researcher who epitomizes the passion all Buckeyes have for finding solutions the world needs. I know he will help elevate this special day for our graduates and their loved ones, making it memorable and meaningful.” To read more, visit Ohio State News's reporting.