Commencement


Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Named Harvard College Class Day Speaker

The basketball player and writer will address Harvard seniors on May 28.

by Nina Pasquini

2015

A Summery Ceremony

Harvard's Commencement Morning Exercises

by John S. Rosenberg

Harvard’s 2015 Honorary-degree Recipients

The University recognizes a Nobel laureate, a public-interest lawyer, a champion of women abused in war, and more—and perhaps hopes for another entertainment by an opera star.

by John S. Rosenberg

The Day’s Events: Thursday, May 28

Honorary degrees, undergraduate speeches, Patrick speaks, and more

“Be Bold, Be Courageous, Be Your Best!”

Gabrielle Giffords and Mark Kelly speak at Harvard Law School Class Day.

by Nell Porter-Brown

Rick Lowe Questions the Concept of “Value” at GSD Class Day

The Houston-based public artist addressed graduates and their families.

by Stephanie Garlock

Natalie Portman ’03: “Your Inexperience Is an Asset”

At Harvard College Class Day, the actress urges class members to forge their own paths.

by Laura Levis

David Miliband Delivers Kennedy School Commencement Address

“Never lose sight of passion,” the president of the International Rescue Committee urges.

by Zara Zhang

Centennial Medalists 2015

The Graduate School of Arts and Sciences honors four distinguished alumni.

“The Spirit of Commitment and Sacrifice”

The Harvard ROTC 2015 commissioning ceremony

by Jean Martin

The Day’s Events: Wednesday, May 27

ROTC commissioning and numerous Class Day celebrations, including speeches by Portman, Miliband, and Giffords.