Tim Cook will speak to Tulane University graduates in May

THE Tulana University, a private institution located in New Orleans (Louisiana, United States), announced that the Apple CEO, Tim cook, give a speech during the graduation course of the graduates of the first semester of this year.

The university celebrated Cook's participation with the video above, in which some people tried to guess through emojis who would be the guest of honor at the graduation including Tulane's former student, Lisa Jackson (current Apple vice president of environment, policy and social initiatives).

Tulane President Mike Fitts said Cook represents the "type of success" that the university hopes all undergraduates can achieve by referring to him as "CEO of the most innovative company in the world".

At Tulane, we are committed to facing global challenges, giving back to our community and always acting with integrity and wisdom. Tim shows us how we can incorporate these values ​​into life beyond graduation, and we are excited to have it as part of our celebration.

Cook, meanwhile, said in a statement that Tulane and her students' dedication to the New Orleans community "is an incredible example of celebrating diversity," and that this is in line with Apple's philosophy.

At Apple, we believe that education is a powerful force out of equalization, and I can't wait to celebrate alongside this year's students, who have worked hard, followed their passions and are ready to change the world.

The executive is commonly invited to such celebrations. Last year, he was also a speaker at the graduation of the graduates of Duke Cook University and serves on the board of directors of the institution and obtained his MBA there in 1988.

Jackson also celebrated the announcement with a tweet.

Welcome boss! 👩🏽‍💻

The celebration will take place on the morning of May 18, at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome stadium, and will have over 3,000 graduates.

via 9to5Mac