An automated name calling system and method including an RFID assembly, a camera assembly, and podium assembly is disclosed herein. The RFID assembly includes RFID tags that may be mounted to clothing accessories such as wristbands, buttons, and the like. The RFID assembly further includes an RFID reader that is mounted to either clothing articles such as gloves or is mounted to be stationary. In the event of a graduation ceremony a student receives an RFID tag provided by the school's faculty. As the student begins walking to have their name called, the camera assembly will automatically take pictures of the student as they walk for graduation. Before a student walks the stage, the student will pass an RFID reader that will automatically display the students name to the podium assembly. Additionally, the podium assembly includes a headset that provides a user the pronunciation of a student's name.