Commencement
Coverage of Harvard’s annual graduation ceremonies, including speeches, profiles, and traditions.
NASA Astronaut Jonny Kim to Speak at Harvard in June
The American Navy SEAL, born to immigrants, is a doctor and a space traveler.
Forrest Gander and Theda Skocpol at Phi Beta Kappa Exercises
Both poet and orator consider the “fundamental threats” facing graduates as Commencement begins.
The Student Commencement Speakers
Three 2022 graduates—and one from 2020—do the honors.
by Jacob Sweet
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu Named Class Day Speaker
"Defender of equity, inclusion, and opportunity" to address Class of 2022
Beyond the Crisis Du Jour
President Bacow’s perspectives on “playing long ball” at Harvard again.
Headliners
Jacinda Ardern, Merrick Garland, and other lead speakers at Commencement and alumni events
On Commencements
Emerson’s oratory backstory, somber reunion notes, and happier days
by Primus VI
Harvard Commencement 2022
Speakers, ceremonies, and celebrations
Harvard Square Blooms again
New businesses arrive in the neighborhood—and old ones take on new life. A Harvard2 Local Business Roundup
by Kara Baskin
Merrick Garland to Address Classes of 2020-2021 Ceremony
The U.S. Attorney General returns to Harvard.
Tracy K. Smith to Speak at Harvard Alumni Day
An alumna and faculty member at a new Harvard tradition
