Apple’s Tim Cook Set to Take the Stage at Gallaudet
Tim Cook, the charismatic CEO of Apple, has just confirmed his heartfelt commitment to deliver the commencement address at Gallaudet University on May 13 – marking the institution’s 152nd Commencement.
Why Gallaudet Rocks
- It’s a premier university dedicated to deaf, hard‑of‑hearing, and deaf‑blind students.
- Its legacy of innovative education dates back over a century.
- Graduates are media influencers, tech pioneers, and community leaders who break the sound barrier.
The Twitter Moment That Sparked the Invitation
During a spirited tweet exchange, Molly Feanny, a bright-eyed Gallaudet student, shared a video inviting Apple’s pioneer to speak. The video—and the ensuing banter—sent shockwaves across the campus, and the cue from Tim’s team was almost instantaneous.
What to Expect from Cook’s Speech
Combining Apple’s vision of innovation with Gallaudet’s drive for inclusivity, Cook is poised to deliver a speech that mixes:
- Humor and gentle wit, keeping the audience chuckling.
- Emotive anecdotes about resilience and adaptivity.
- A dash of tech‑savvy insight, showing how new gadgets can help break communication barriers.
Watch out for the heartfelt “sound wave” metaphors and, who knows, a few playful jabs at the latest iOS update. College grads and tech enthusiasts alike will no doubt leave inspired and entertained.
Apple CEO Loads Up the Gallaudet University Commencement with Heart‑felt Hints of Seismic Impact
When Feanny—the university’s own sign‑language maestro—glided, in a crisp minute, one powerful statement into the camera, the message was clear: Gallaudet University would be honoured to have Tim Cook as its keynote speaker. ACorny side‑kick? The video brought the whole phrase in beautiful American Sign Language, followed by a warm voiceover and subtitles that made the tech mogul’s invitation come alive for those who can’t hear.
Cook Takes the Stage—Digital‑Style Shared on Twitter
- A quick flick to the Apple team of fans: “Thanks so much, Molly, I’d be honored! See you there! ” — Tim Cook (@tim_cook) April 16 2022
- Cook’s own response—no f“ typo: “I’d be honoured to accept the invitation.” A quick tweet that had the whole tech crowd buzzing.
- Last, the university tailored a press release, with Gallaudet President Roberta Cordano writing warm words: “It’s simply a privilege to have him in our history.”
Mounting the Historical Significance
The 152nd Commencement carries more than a date in the calendar. It’s the first in‑person event at Gallaudet since the world went static over COVID. Cook’s earlier speech, back in 2020 at Ohio State University, was a virtual blast‑off. This one? It’s real‑talk, alive, with the kind of human connection you won’t get from a muted screen.
Secret Sauce: ASL + A Dash of Apple
- Feanny’s minute‑long video edits were simple: ASL turns the message into a silent symphony that speaks louder than spoken words.
- Print lines were clipped, no floating adverts, just a streamlined, heart‑steamed snapshot of what the university really cares about.
- Cook’s response had no extra puns or clickbait—just the genuine excitement you’d expect from a CEO who values education as much as he values his famous iPhones.
All in all—less than five minutes—Gallaudet University, Apple’s top, and the world everything dusted up the information from hashtags to heartfelt emojis, underlining the fact that a great speech can be understood by anyone, with or without hearing.
