NASHVILLE, Tenn. (TSU News Service) – Tennessee State University will host its fall commencement ceremony on Dec. 7, featuring Nashville entrepreneur and technology leader Dr. Turner Nashe, Jr., as the keynote speaker. The event will take place in the Gentry Center Complex at 9 a.m., with approximately 570 undergraduate and graduate students set to receive degrees in various disciplines.

Nashe, a two-time TSU alumnus, has established himself as a distinguished business executive, state government administrator, and software developer. His extensive background encompasses a range of successful business ventures and proprietary inventions, reflecting a unique blend of expertise and innovation.

Driven by a passion for problem-solving, Nashe’s work has positively impacted lives and enhanced communities. He is recognized for his ability to develop cutting-edge solutions and is frequently sought after as an advisor by Fortune 500 companies, technology startups, and government agencies, where he addresses emerging industry challenges.

In acknowledgment of his significant contributions, Dr. Nashe was named “Nashville Innovator of the Year” for 2024 and was recently inducted into the Nashville Entrepreneur Center Hall of Fame. He also serves on the Board of Directors for the Nashville Entrepreneur Center and the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee.

Nashe earned both his master’s and doctoral degrees in Educational Administration and Supervision from TSU, as well as a bachelor’s degree in psychology from John Carroll University.

TSU invites all students, families, and friends to join in celebrating this momentous occasion as graduates embark on their professional journeys. The commencement ceremony will also be broadcast via www.tnstate.edu/livestream and on the TSU YouTube Channel.