To view the Webcast on May 31 click here.

3:11 p.m., May 29, 2008--Cal Ripken Jr., a Hall of Fame player who, as a member of the Baltimore Orioles, broke Lou Gehrig's record for consecutive games played, will speak at the University of Delaware's 159th Commencement exercises, scheduled at 9 a.m., Saturday, May 31, in Delaware Stadium on the Newark campus.

The outdoor ceremony, which is held rain or shine, is open to the public.

The ceremony will be Webcast live, beginning at 9 a.m., May 31. To view the Webcast, click here. (Those planning to watch the Webcast may want to test the link in advance. If you have problems connecting, contact the University's IT Help Center at (302) 831-6000 during this week or visit the help page at [www.udel.edu/UMS/itv/realplayer]).

Persons planning to attend Commencement are urged to arrive early, since there is a considerable amount of traffic congestion connected with this ceremony.

UD shuttle buses will provide one-way transportation to Delaware Stadium starting at 7:15 a.m., Saturday. For more information, visit [www.udel.edu/bus] or call (302) 831-1187.

In case of inclement weather, car-pooling is advised because fewer parking spaces will be available.

All individuals and items entering Delaware Stadium will be subject to search, and coolers, glass containers, umbrellas and large bags will not be permitted in Delaware Stadium.

Commencement coverage, including video of the ceremony, will be available late Saturday on UDaily and on the UD home page.