Stockton's Keynote Speaker: Congressman Jeff Van Drew

Congressman Jeff Van Drew will serve as keynote speaker at Stockton University's Baccalaureate Commencement Ceremony. The graduation takes place at noon May 10 at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City.

“We are honored that Congressman Van Drew has agreed to be our Commencement speaker this year,” said Stockton President Harvey Kesselman. “He has a long history of public service to New Jersey and his constituents. We look forward to him sharing his insights with our graduating students.”

Van Drew was elected to Congress in November. He previously served four terms in the New Jersey State Senate and three terms in the state Assembly, where he was assistant majority leader.

Van Drew represents New Jersey's second congressional district, which includes Atlantic County. Last month, Van Drew introduced legislation to keep the Coast Guard and Federal Aviation Administration paid during federal government shutdowns.

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