New York Times-bestselling author and CC’s Journalist-in-Residence Hampton Sides P’16, acclaimed for his works of nonfiction adventure, will be this year’s Commencement speaker and receive an honorary degree on Monday, May 22. Also receiving honorary degrees are Brenda L. Bass ’77, a pioneer in the field of RNA research, particularly the editing process; and Van Skilling ’55, P’79, P’82, G’19, former chair of the Board of Trustees, current life trustee, and CEO of Skilling Enterprises.