Commencement
Jodie Foster Honored at Radcliffe Day
The actress and director discussed her film career and her transformative time at Yale.
by Lydialyle Gibson , Max J. Krupnick
2017
“Living Underwater”: Harvard’s Inaugural Black Commencement
A new ceremony honors black graduates across Harvard’s schools.
by Marina N. Bolotnikova
A Preview of Commencement 2017
Follow Harvard Magazine for updates throughout the week.
The Harvard Medalists of 2017
This year’s honorees include an architect, athletics enthusiast, and longtime University administrator.
by Marina N. Bolotnikova
From the Archives: The Ultimate Commencement Address
When Secretary of State George C. Marshall received a degree—and established the standard for U.S. engagement with the world
by John T. Bethell
The SIGnboard: Reunion Week Events
Shared Interest Group gatherings in Cambridge
Joe Biden Will Be Class Day Speaker
The former vice president will address graduating seniors on May 24.
Harvard Portrait: Stephan Magro
A miracle-working Commencement director
by Sophia Nguyen
Harvard Commencement 2017
Speakers, ceremonies, and celebrations
Sherry Turkle, Mark Doty, to Speak at Phi Beta Kappa Exercises
Harvard’s Phi Beta Kappa ceremony kicks off Commencement week on May 23.
by Sophia Nguyen
“How War Has Made Us”
Drew Faust, in Ho Chi Minh City, on the Civil War and the Vietnam War
by John S. Rosenberg
