Howard University announced that actress and alum Taraji P. Henson will deliver the 2022 Commencement Address on May 7th.

“I am honored and humbled to be returning to my alma mater, Howard University, to deliver this year’s commencement address to the graduating Class of 2022 and their families,” the Howard alumni expressed.

She added: “Returning to Howard always feels like coming home, and I cannot wait to share this incredible moment with Howard students as they prepare to take the next step in their journeys to success.”

Howard also announced that Henson will receive an Honorary Doctorate during the Commencement.

The award winning actress earned a bachelor’s degree in theater from the institution in 1995.