Commencement

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
News Staff 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

College of Law Celebrates the Class of 2024 Commencement

On Friday, May 3, the College of Law held its Commencement exercises for the Class of 2024, which included 208 recipients of the juris doctor
Robert Conrad May 7, 2024
College of Law Celebrates the Class of 2024 Commencement

Syracuse University Commencement Visitor Information

Dear Parents, Families and Loved Ones: In just a few days, Syracuse University will celebrate the academic accomplishments of roughly 6,700 students at this year’s
News Staff May 7, 2024
Syracuse University Commencement Visitor Information

Whitman School Announces Lisa Fontenelli ’86 as Convocation Speaker

The Whitman School of Management is proud to announce that Lisa Fontenelli ’86 (Whitman School/S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications) will be the school's Class
Dawn McWilliams May 6, 2024
Whitman School Announces Lisa Fontenelli ’86 as Convocation Speaker

Commencement 2024: What You Need to Know

Bring on the pomp and circumstance! Graduates, it’s time for Commencement Weekend 2024! It’s the moment to recognize your academic accomplishments and celebrate with family
News Staff May 6, 2024
Commencement 2024: What You Need to Know

Nzasi, Shen Named 2025 Senior Class Marshals  

The Student Experience Division has announced the selection of Mark Nzasi and Yifan "Ivan" Shen as the 2025 Senior Class Marshals. In this honorable role,
Gabrielle Lake April 23, 2024
Nzasi, Shen Named 2025 Senior Class Marshals  

Real Estate Developer, Entrepreneur Oliver Fernandez ’08 to Be the ECS Convocation Keynote Speaker

Oliver Fernandez ’08 graduated with a civil engineering degree and played for the Syracuse University football team. He now lives in Washington D.C. with his
Alex Dunbar April 22, 2024
Real Estate Developer, Entrepreneur Oliver Fernandez ’08 to Be the ECS Convocation Keynote Speaker

5 Honorary Degrees to Be Presented at 2024 Commencement

An award-winning journalist, a hall of fame basketball coach, a nationally recognized library conservationist, a global financial executive and a renowned computer scientist will be
News Staff April 19, 2024
5 Honorary Degrees to Be Presented at 2024 Commencement

Dario Nardella, Mayor of Florence, Italy, to Address Syracuse University Graduates During 2024 Commencement

The Mayor of Florence, Italy, Dario Nardella, will deliver Syracuse University’s 2024 Commencement address Sunday, May 12, in the JMA Wireless Dome. The ceremony will
News Staff April 15, 2024
Dario Nardella, Mayor of Florence, Italy, to Address Syracuse University Graduates During 2024 Commencement

Graduate School Marshal Takes Community-Engaged Approach to Scholarship

Graduate School marshal Andrew Ridgeway, a doctoral student and graduate teaching assistant in the College of Arts and Sciences’ composition and cultural rhetoric program (CCR),
Diane Stirling April 15, 2024
Graduate School Marshal Takes Community-Engaged Approach to Scholarship

Commencement 2023 In Photos

The accomplishments of the Class of 2023 were celebrated by students, faculty, staff and families as the University held its annual Commencement ceremony in the
News Staff May 15, 2023
Commencement 2023 In Photos