Barnard Commencement
The ceremony includes presentations of the Medals of Distinction, remarks to the graduating class, the announcement of the recipient of the Alicia L. Lawrence Memorial Award, and of course, individual graduate recognition.
Commencement 2025
Barnard College to Graduates: You Belong in Every Room, Especially Those Rooms That Were Not Made for You
Barnard College proudly graduates the next generation of future women leaders.
Barnard 2025 Commencement Album
Check out the celebratory photos from the Barnard 2025 Commencement Day: 
Commencement Archives
Discover past Barnard Commencement speakers, medalists, and more.
Commencement 2025
Our Commencement Speaker
Shabana Basij-Rasikh, Afghan education advocate and co-founder of the School of Leadership, Afghanistan will deliver the keynote address at the College’s 133rd Commencement ceremony. Read more about her and our other honorees.
The Ceremonies
The Columbia University Commencement grants degrees to the graduates of all of Columbia’s schools, colleges, and affiliates, including Barnard College.
The Baccalaureate Service opens Commencement week with an interfaith, intercultural service celebrating the completion of each undergraduate’s academic career.
Contact Us
If you have comments or questions, please contact commencement@barnard.edu.