PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — This year's graduates from Providence College will get to hear words of wisdom from "America's Nicest Judge." PC announced Wednesday their 2025 commencement speaker will be retired Rhode Island judge Frank Caprio on May 18 at Amica Mutual Pavilion in Providence. Cap rio, 88, earned a bachelor's degree from the college in 1958 and a Honorary Doctorate of Law in 2008. He's most known for the TV show "Caught in Providence," which showcased his empathy and humor in the courtroom as chief judge in Providence's Municipal Court. WATCH: Interview with Judge Frank Caprio Last year, Caprio completed radiation treatment for pancreatic cancer after being diagnosed in December 2023. Caprio also released a book in February called "Compassion in the Court: Life-Changing Stories from America’s Nicest Judge." The book explains how he became the compassionate judge his fans know him as. MORE: Judge Frank Caprio releasing book Providence College said on May 16, there will be a separate ceremony for graduate students and graduates from School of Continuing Education at the Peterson Center on campus. Former Boston Police Department Commissioner Michael Cox will be that ceremony's speaker. This year is PC's 107th commencement. Download the WPRI 12 and Pinpoint Weather 12 apps to get breaking news and weather alerts. Watch 12 News Now on WPRI.com or with the new 12+ smart TV app. Follow us on social media:                     Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily Roundup SIGN UP NOW ...read more read less