Commencement

International Student Ava Hu ’23 Finds a Second Home in Syracuse

Growing up in her native city of Beijing, Xiaoman “Ava” Hu ’23 never thought of attending college in the United States—but as she concludes her
News Staff May 8, 2023
International Student Ava Hu ’23 Finds a Second Home in Syracuse

Syracuse University to Present 4 Honorary Degrees at 2023 Commencement

A noted thought leader in student affairs, a transformative higher education president, a celebrated ceramic artist and a global business executive and philanthropist will be
News Staff May 4, 2023
Syracuse University to Present 4 Honorary Degrees at 2023 Commencement

Donna Shalala G’70, H’87 to Deliver Syracuse University’s 2023 Commencement Address

Donna E. Shalala G’70, H’87, former U.S. secretary of health and human services, will deliver the keynote address during Syracuse University’s 2023 Commencement on Sunday,
News Staff May 3, 2023
Donna Shalala G’70, H’87 to Deliver Syracuse University’s 2023 Commencement Address

Debra Adams Simmons ’86 Named A&S | Maxwell Convocation Speaker

Debra Adams Simmons ’86, a national leader in journalism and a champion of diverse media organizations, inclusive editorial coverage, increased accountability journalism and a strengthened
Renée K. Gadoua April 6, 2023
Debra Adams Simmons ’86 Named A&S | Maxwell Convocation Speaker

Maffei, Rodriguez Named Class of 2024 Senior Class Marshals

The Student Experience Division today announces the selection of Lucio Maffei and Sofia Rodriguez as the Class of 2024 Senior Class Marshals. In this role,
Shannon Andre April 6, 2023
Maffei, Rodriguez Named Class of 2024 Senior Class Marshals

Traffic and Parking Updates Regarding JMA Wireless Dome Events

Springtime is busy with events on and around campus that will impact parking and traffic. Monster Jam: With Monster Jam taking over the JMA Wireless
Keith Kobland April 6, 2023
Traffic and Parking Updates Regarding JMA Wireless Dome Events

Micron’s Rob Beard Will Be College of Law’s 2023 Commencement Speaker

The College of Law has announced that Rob Beard, senior vice president, general counsel and corporate secretary at Micron Technology, will deliver the college's 2023
Robert Conrad April 3, 2023
Micron’s Rob Beard Will Be College of Law’s 2023 Commencement Speaker

‘You Will Do Marvelous Things in the Future’: Chancellor Kent Syverud Speaks to Class of 2022 During Commencement (Video)

Syracuse University Chancellor and President Kent Syverud addressed the Class of 2022 during Commencement exercises. "Today, I ask that we all thank in particular one
News Staff May 16, 2022
‘You Will Do Marvelous Things in the Future’: Chancellor Kent Syverud Speaks to Class of 2022 During Commencement (Video)

‘You Have the Power to Have a Profound Impact’: ABC News’ David Muir Addresses Syracuse University’s Class of 2022 (Video)

As the Syracuse University community came together to celebrate the Class of 2022, it was only fitting that a Central New York native who has
John Boccacino May 16, 2022
‘You Have the Power to Have a Profound Impact’: ABC News’ David Muir Addresses Syracuse University’s Class of 2022 (Video)

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul ’80 to Address the Syracuse University and SUNY ESF Classes of 2020 During Commencement Sept. 19

New York State Gov. Kathy Hochul ’80, the state’s 57th governor and first female to hold the state’s highest office, will deliver the address at
News Staff Sept. 17, 2021
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul ’80 to Address the Syracuse University and SUNY ESF Classes of 2020 During Commencement Sept. 19

Bethaida ‘Bea’ González Named as Syracuse University Mace Bearer

Chancellor Kent Syverud has appointed Bethaida “Bea” González, former vice president for community engagement, special assistant to the chancellor and dean of University College, as
News Staff May 18, 2021
Bethaida ‘Bea’ González Named as Syracuse University Mace Bearer

Mary C. Daly, President and CEO of the San Francisco Federal Reserve Bank, to Deliver Syracuse University’s 2019 Commencement Address

Mary C. Daly G’94, president and chief executive officer of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, will deliver the 2019 Commencement address at Syracuse
Kathleen Haley April 6, 2019

University Professor and Dean Emeritus John Palmer Named as Syracuse University Mace Bearer

Chancellor Kent Syverud has appointed John Palmer, University Professor and dean emeritus of the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, as the Syracuse University
News Staff April 5, 2018
University Professor and Dean Emeritus John Palmer Named as Syracuse University Mace Bearer

History-Making Athlete, Social Activist Kathrine Switzer ’68, G’72 to Deliver 2018 Commencement Address at Syracuse University

As a 20-year-old Syracuse University junior in 1967, Switzer became the first woman to officially enter and run the Boston Marathon. That life-defining day inspired
Kathleen Haley March 23, 2018

Vernon E. Jordan Jr. to Deliver Syracuse University’s 2017 Commencement Address

Vernon E. Jordan Jr., civil rights activist, business executive and attorney, will deliver the 2017 Commencement address at the ceremony for Syracuse University on Sunday,
Kelly Homan Rodoski March 22, 2017

Donald Newhouse to Deliver Syracuse University’s 2016 Commencement Address

Donald Newhouse, president of media giant Advance Publications, will deliver the 2016 Commencement address on Sunday, May 15, in the Carrier Dome.
Kathleen Haley March 23, 2016

Award-Winning Poet and Memoirist Mary Karr to Give 2015 Commencement Address

Karr will also be awarded an honorary degree, a Doctor of Humane Letters, at the 161st Commencement exercises.
News Staff April 17, 2015