Commencement

Commencement 2025: What You Need to Know

It’s time to celebrate, Syracuse University Class of 2025! Bring your family and friends and join in all the excitement and pomp and circumstance during
News Staff May 6, 2025
Commencement 2025: What You Need to Know

Syracuse University to Award 3 Honorary Degrees at 2025 Commencement

A celebrated cartoonist, author and editor; an indomitable environmental steward and educator; and a visionary philanthropist and innovative businessperson will receive honorary degrees during Syracuse
Kathleen Haley May 6, 2025

Hannah Kang ’25 Builds a Future in Architecture With Army ROTC Support

While Hannah Kang ’25 was growing up in Houston, Texas—by way of South Korea, where she was born—pursuing a degree at Syracuse University was never
Jen Plummer May 5, 2025
Hannah Kang ’25 Builds a Future in Architecture With Army ROTC Support

Approaching Graduation and Beyond: A Senior Sendoff Checklist

In the midst of completing final assignments, preparing to graduate and to embark on their next adventures, graduating seniors can have a lot on their
News Staff April 29, 2025
Approaching Graduation and Beyond: A Senior Sendoff Checklist

10-Time NBA All-Star and 2003 NCAA Champion Carmelo Anthony to Address Graduates at Commencement 2025 May 11

Carmelo Anthony, one of Syracuse University’s most prolific former student-athletes, will deliver the University’s 2025 Commencement address on Sunday, May 11, at 9:30 a.m. at
News Staff April 1, 2025

University Remembers Silicon Chip Pioneer, Trans Activist Lynn Conway H’24

Lynn Conway H’24, a renowned computer scientist who received an honorary degree during the University’s Commencement in May, died June 9 in Michigan. She was
News Staff July 1, 2024
University Remembers Silicon Chip Pioneer, Trans Activist Lynn Conway H’24

2024 Commencement in Photos

Congratulations graduates! The accomplishments of the Class of 2024 were celebrated by students, faculty, staff and families as the University held its annual Commencement ceremony
News Staff May 13, 2024
2024 Commencement in Photos

Student Speaker Yvonne Chen-Yih Kuo ’24: ‘Be the Generation That Pushes Time Forward’ (Video)

As the student speaker for Commencement 2024, University Scholar Yvonne Chen-Yih Kuo ’24 asked her fellow graduates to reflect on their academic and interpersonal growth
Kathleen Haley May 13, 2024
Student Speaker Yvonne Chen-Yih Kuo ’24: ‘Be the Generation That Pushes Time Forward’ (Video)

‘Your Moment Is Now!’ Commencement Speaker Dario Nardella Encourages Class of 2024 to ‘Never Stop Pursuing Knowledge’ (Video)

As Florence Mayor Dario Nardella delivered the keynote speech to Syracuse University’s Class of 2024 Sunday morning, he referenced the selfless actions of the thousands
John Boccacino May 13, 2024
‘Your Moment Is Now!’ Commencement Speaker Dario Nardella Encourages Class of 2024 to ‘Never Stop Pursuing Knowledge’ (Video)

Chancellor Syverud Addresses Graduates at Commencement Ceremony (Video)

Syracuse University Chancellor and President Kent Syverud had words of praise—and  pride—for the graduates during the University’s Commencement ceremony on May 12. “Each of you
News Staff May 13, 2024

Student Leaders Make Their Mark on Campus, Plan for the Future (Podcast)

This weekend’s Syracuse University Commencement marks a time to reflect and celebrate the end of a long journey for students. Two decorated student leaders, Leondra
John Boccacino May 10, 2024
Student Leaders Make Their Mark on Campus, Plan for the Future (Podcast)

5 Questions for Commencement Speaker Dario Nardella, Mayor of Florence, Italy

Dario Nardella, mayor of Florence, Italy, will share some words of wisdom with graduating students at Sunday’s Commencement in the JMA Wireless Dome. But what
News Staff May 9, 2024
5 Questions for Commencement Speaker Dario Nardella, Mayor of Florence, Italy

Commencement 2024 by the Numbers

As the various celebrations begin for the Class of 2024's Commencement weekend, there are many important details that the graduates and their families and friends
Peyton May 9, 2024
Commencement 2024 by the Numbers

Celebrating the Successes of First-Generation College Students

A trio of first-generation college students have demonstrated hard work and resiliency and shown how they ultimately set themselves on the path that will culminate
John Boccacino May 8, 2024
Celebrating the Successes of First-Generation College Students
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