Jana Schmieding

The University of Oregon held its annual commencement ceremony Monday morning at Autzen Stadium, honoring more than 5,200 new graduates.

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 is this year’s commencement speaker, and spent this weekend reconnecting with her campus community.

Native American comedienne, writer, and Duck Jana Schmieding switched gears ahead of her planned visit to the University of Oregon last night, given she’s no longer a “super dodger.”

The following is an edited and condensed interview between KLCC's Brian Bull and Rutherford Falls writer and actor, Jana Schmieding, on May 26, 2021.…

The streaming network Peacock show, Rutherford Falls takes a comical look at history and culture inside a fictional New York town, and its iconic “Big…