Fifty years after its inaugural commencement ceremony, The University of Texas at Dallas capped off a day full of history with a stellar celebration for its most recent graduates. “Students, you came to UT Dallas to launch your futures. And finally, remember what it felt like to walk on campus for the very first time,” UT Dallas President Richard C. Benson said at the campuswide University Commencement ceremony on May 12 at the University Roundabout. At University Commencement, keynote speaker Aaron Aryanpur BA’00 described his journey — from creating the inspiration for University mascot Temoc as a student to facing life’s challenges as an artist and stand-up comedian. “Much like every generation of students, you helped shape UT Dallas into what it is today.