Fañomnåkan 2026 Commencement Ceremony

Commencement Speaker

Award-winning actress, author, speaker, and educator Edwina Findley will deliver the commencement address.

Findley is widely recognized for her role as Sheila Cannon in Shonda Rhimes’ Netflix mystery-drama series The Residence, set in the White House. She first gained national attention for her breakout role as Tosha Mitchell on HBO’s critically acclaimed series The Wire and later starred as Kelly Isaacs in Tyler Perry and Oprah Winfrey’s drama series If Loving You Is Wrong, which aired for five seasons.

Beyond film and television, Findley is a motivational speaker and co-founder of AbundantLifeU and The School for Life, platforms focused on personal growth, purpose, and leadership development.

Known for combining humor, authenticity, and inspiration, Findley speaks to audiences around the world about perseverance, faith, and pursuing one’s purpose with courage and intention.

She is also the author of The World Is Waiting For You (HarperOne), a motivational book featuring a foreword by Academy Award-winning actress Viola Davis. The book encourages readers to pursue meaningful goals and embrace their personal calling.

“We are honored to welcome Edwina Findley to inspire the Class of Fañomnåkan 2026,” said Enriquez. “Her personal journey, commitment to purpose-driven leadership, and message of courage, faith, and resilience will resonate with our graduates as they begin the next chapter of their lives.”