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Georgetown celebrates the achievements of its graduating students and the faculty, family and friends who support and inspire them during 2019 Commencement Weekend, May 16-19.
Senior Convocation speaker Brian Ferguson (C’18), once wrongfully convicted and imprisoned for more than a decade, will talk about his time at Georgetown and his preparations for studying at University of Oxford as a Marshall Scholar. Read more about Brian Ferguson’s work with returning citizens.
Students in the Class of 2019, having won prestigious scholarships, conducted groundbreaking research, studied abroad and participated in public service activities during their time at Georgetown, are ready to make their impact on the world. Read more about members of the Class of 2019.
World-famous chef and humanitarian José Andrés and bestselling author Chimamanda Adichie are among those scheduled to speak at Georgetown’s 2019 Commencement May 16-19. Read more about the 2019 Commencement speakers.
Georgetown Law Celebrates Commencement 2019
May 20th, 2019
Barbara Underwood (L’69), solicitor general of New York state, delivers the address during Georgetown Law Commencement ceremonies, where she and Judge Emmet G. Sullivan receive honorary degrees for their service and contributions.…
School of Medicine Honors ‘An Incredible Group of Graduates’
May 20th, 2019
Georgetown School of Medicine’s Class of 2019 receive their diplomas and words of encouragement from Dr. Susan Thompson Hingle, associate dean for the Center for Human and Organizational Potential at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine.…
Acclaimed Author Adichie Tells Grads Social Action Matters
May 22nd, 2019
Author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie receives a doctorate of humane letters and delivers the commencement address for Georgetown College.…
Jesuit Refugee Service Leader Hopes NHS Graduates Embrace Values-Based Life
May 18th, 2019
Joan Rosenhauer, first woman to lead the Jesuit Refugee Service/USA tells the newest graduates of the School of Nursing & Health Studies to keep the values that they have learned front and center.…
Private Equity Leader Tells Graduates: Embrace the ‘Georgetown Factor’
May 17th, 2019
Joseph Baratta (B’93) says Georgetown leaves graduates with traits – hard work, humility and honesty – to succeed in the workplace.…
Georgetown Qatar Celebrates 11th Commencement Ceremony
May 10th, 2019
Georgetown Qatar celebrates more than 60 graduating seniors during its 11th commencement exercises in Doha.…
Meet Georgetown Qatar’s Class of 2019
May 9th, 2019
Georgetown Qatar graduating seniors excel as student leaders in international politics, humanitarian work, engineering, athletics and economics.…
Graduating Students Win Competitions, Thrive in SCS Programs
May 14th, 2019
School of Continuing Studies graduating students win real estate competitions, conduct research to improve spaces for hearing-impaired individuals and more.…
