commencement

With over 11,000 degree candidates, and 20,000 participants and guests in attendance, the ceremony is an unforgettable, grand-scale celebration that appropriately marks the academic achievements of the University graduates.

Graduating seniors and their families are invited to enjoy a breakfast in Hewitt Dining Hall. In the afternoon, all are invited to attend a program of academic panels, capped off by an ice cream social hosted by President Spar.

View media coverage of Barnard's Commencement ceremony and President Obama's speech from news organizations around the world.

President Barack H. Obama delivered the keynote address at Barnard College’s 120th Commencement. Watch the full ceremony, browse photos, and watch Obama's remarks.

Pages

Subscribe to commencement