Enjoy this photo essay capturing the cheers, tears, hugs and celebration shared by friends and family at Commencement.
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May 22, 2026
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Behind every graduating member of the Class of 2026, there’s a crowd that helped carry them there. This photo essay celebrates that support, capturing the cheers, tears, hugs, and jubilation shared by family and friends at Monday’s Commencement.
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In this collection of photos, enjoy some of the style, flair, and personalized regalia of the Class of 2026.
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“The more that you’re exposed to, the more it stays in your body,” says Samantha McBride of the School of Engineering and Applied Science about microplastics. “And at this point, we are now learning all of the new, different effects that this might have on human health.”
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MAY 23
This walking tour at the Morris Arboretum & Gardens will highlight garden features not often discovered on a typical visit. The tour highlights a combination of structures, sculptures, spaces, trees, and vistas. Good walking shoes are recommended. Free with Penn ID.
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