Before more than 900 students cross the stage and become graduates of Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) on May 9, they will hear words of wisdom and inspiration from their guest speaker, Representative Pedro “Pete” Marin (HD-96).
GGC announced on Monday that Rep. Marin would be the commencement speaker for the Class of 2024.
A state representative for 22 years, Marin’s connection to GGC began with supporting legislation that created the college when it went through general assembly. Rep. Marin has also co-sponsored bill GA HR606 from March of 2023, which recognized GGC for “educating and preparing its students for success in their future careers.”
Marin says in the GGC's press release, “I’m honored to have been asked to address Georgia Gwinnett College’s May Class of 2024. These graduates are an important part of the vitality of Gwinnett County, the state of Georgia, and beyond. With their degrees, the knowledge and skills they have gained will help our economy in areas of business, technology, healthcare and much more. Their determination and hard work are an inspiration to us all.”
Rep. Marin is the dean of Gwinnett legislators. As the former chair of the Gwinnett House Delegation, he led a diverse and dynamic group of legislators in representing the interests of Gwinnett County. He has also served as a member of the Gwinnett United Way, Gwinnett Habitat for Humanity, the National Hispanic Caucus of State Legislators (NHCSL) and the Selective Service System.
Commencement ceremonies will take place on May 9, at Gas South Arena, with the procession starting at 9:30 a.m. and the ceremony at 10 a.m. More details on the Georgia Gwinnett College's commencement can be found, here.
