Commencement 2026 in Photos
Relive the magic and smiles of Commencement weekend with our photo gallery.
Mike Tirico ’88 Challenges the Class of 2026 to Find What They Love
The NBC sportscaster urged Syracuse University's newest graduates to lean on their resilience and never stop chasing their dreams.
How Syracuse’s Class of 2026 Turned Disruption Into Strength
Acting Chancellor J. Michael Haynie’s first Commencement address was equal parts tribute and challenge.
‘Don’t Give Up’: Part-Time Student Earns Degree Decades After First Class
Susan Wright ’26, a retired staff member, began pursuing a bachelor's degree in the late ’90s and graduated Sunday with honors.
Student Speaker Sadie Shaula Meyer Urges Classmates to Remember ‘Orange Mindset’
The University Scholar who studied biomedical engineering and mathematics called on the Class of 2026 to own the work behind their success.
Hendricks Chapel Choir Brings American Music to South Africa Stages
The 50-voice choir partners with high school, university and community ensembles across South Africa, blending American repertoire with the country's own musical traditions.
Undergraduate Researcher Examines Fetal Heart Patterns in Premature Births
Graduating senior Eva Quackenbush and faculty mentor Brittany Kmush are investigating whether fetal heart tracing patterns can predict outcomes for extremely premature infants.
10 Tips for Taking a Great Graduation Photo
Gregory Heisler, Distinguished Professor of Photography in the Newhouse School, shares his expert advice for getting the best picture to remember the day.
How a Newhouse Student Reported on White House Correspondents’ Dinner Attack
Ben Bascuk ’27 was attending the April 26 event as a White House Correspondents’ Association Scholar when a gunman charged into the venue.
First Esports Graduates Are Ready to Change the Industry
Ryan Blankenhorn, Cole Hilary and Brianna Nechifor reflect on blazing a trail as the first students to earn an esports communications and management degree.
What You Need to Know for Commencement 2026
Pomp, circumstance and pure Orange pride—Syracuse University's Class of 2026 takes the JMA Wireless Dome on Sunday, May 10, for the big celebration.
From Campus to Los Alamos: Lucas Heffler ’26 Joins Frontier of American Science
Heffler credits hands-on lab coursework, industry-experienced faculty and Department of Energy summer training for his new role.
NFL Players Association, University Announce Educational Program
The new program will provide access to market-relevant online degrees, certificates and career development opportunities.
LaunchPad Hosts Inaugural Athletes for Data Sovereignty Summit and Pitch Competition
The competition was open to student-athletes, student-athlete alumni and student entrepreneurs with sports-related ideas.
16 Students Spend Spring Break on NYC Career Immersion
The Winston Fisher Seminar took A&S | Maxwell undergraduates inside top firms across finance, law, media and the arts.
Applications Sought for Alexander N. Charters Adult Education Grants-In-Aid Program
The grant is awarded to scholars or practitioners doing research using the Special Collections Research Center's adult education collections.
Biomedical Engineering Society Is Shaping the Next Generation of Engineers
The student organization connects students to research and career opportunities and brings STEM education to Central New York children.
Libraries Recognize Outstanding 2026 Student Employees With Awards
Supervisors nominated student employees who have made significant contributions that have a lasting impact on the Libraries.
