Commencement
Coverage of Harvard’s annual graduation ceremonies, including speeches, profiles, and traditions.
Harvard’s 375th Commencement Exercises
Conan O’Brien headlines a star-studded cast
2026
Harvard Names 2026 Centennial Medalists
Four alumni receive the Harvard Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences’ highest honor.
Ronny Chieng Tells Harvard to ‘Destroy AI’ as Graduates Cheer
The comedian and The Daily Show host gave the keynote address for Class Day 2026.
At Harvard, an Air Force Officer Shares Lessons in Command
Retired U.S. Air Force lieutenant general Richard Clark teaches ROTC graduates about leadership.
Phi Beta Kappa Speakers Call Out a ‘Deeply Troubling’ Moment
Former Harvard President Lawrence Bacow and poet Meghan O’Rourke urge graduates to focus on character and “radical attention.”
‘Effort Still Matters’ in AI Age, Garber Tells Harvard Graduates
In his Baccalaureate address, the University president urged a mindful—yet open—approach to the technology.
Ronny Chieng is Harvard’s Class Day Speaker
The comedian, actor, and The Daily Show correspondent will address the 2026 College graduating class on May 27.
Meet Harvard’s 2026 Student Commencement Speakers
Two undergraduates and a Ph.D. candidate will address the graduating class on May 28.
Your Harvard 2026 Commencement Week Guide
College reunions and Alumni Day will take place the following week
NASA Astronaut Jonny Kim to Speak at Harvard in June
The American Navy SEAL, born to immigrants, is a doctor and a space traveler.
Conan O’Brien Named Harvard’s 2026 Commencement Speaker
The comedian, host, and 1985 graduate will deliver remarks at the May 28 ceremony.
