Stevenson University Videos - Paralympian Brad Snyder, Stevenson University Commencement 2016

“Chase your passions with all that you have.” That’s what Stevenson’s 63rd Commencement keynote speaker Brad Snyder conveyed to the graduates of Stevenson University on may 19, 2016, during the university’s 63rd Commencement. Snyder, a retired Navy Lieutenant and champion Paralympic swimmer, was severely injured in Afghanistan when he stepped on an improvised explosive device (IED) in 2011. He sustained complete vision loss from the explosion. His inspirational speech focused on the importance of perseverance and determination as members of the Class of 2016 begin new chapters in their lives.