Jana Schmieding University of Oregon Commencement Address and Full lnterview on National Native News
Writer, actress, comedienne, and activist Jana Schmieding is known for her work with Native-themed series such as Rutherford Falls and Reservation Dogs, but she’s also a “Duck”.
The University of Oregon alum was this year’s commencement speaker and spent this weekend reconnecting with her campus community.
Brian Bull from National Native News caught up with her before her address, which is available as a digital-exclusive in its entirety, followed by her full address, courtesy of UO.
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@BirdsTreesArtBooks33
October 14, 2025 at 8:25 am
Amazing speech, Jana ❤❤❤
@PT_212
October 14, 2025 at 8:25 am
Jana- so great!!! What an honor AND so great for the students to have you speak.
@malorini86
October 14, 2025 at 8:25 am
What an incredible speech I’m so bummed I don’t graduate till next year
@johnthorp4665
October 14, 2025 at 8:25 am
You Go Girl
@Tahsuda540
October 14, 2025 at 8:25 am
Lululululu
Qe’ ciyew’ yew’ Jana and all Native Graduates.
Tsaaku Mia
Proud Comanche Nation (Numunuu) citizen, and Nez Perce (Niimiipuu)
savage granddaughter of survivors and ancestral resilience before me 🪶🪶
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