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Commencement
Bucknell University's 175th Commencement, honoring the Class of 2025, took place on Sunday, May 18. Congratulations, Class of 2025! Photos, videos and more coverage of Buckell's 175th Commencement can be found below.
Bucknell's 176th Commencement Ceremony will take place on Sunday, May 17, 2026. Tickets are not required if the ceremony is held outdoors on Malesardi Quadrangle.
Commencement 2025 Highlights
Commencement Weekend Photos
Commencement Ceremony, Sunday, May 18
Pre-Commencement Events, Saturday, May 17
Bucknell Celebrates Class of 2025 Graduates
Bucknell News
Read a detailed recap of Bucknell's 175th Commencement, celebrating the Class of 2025, including summaries of Commencement remarks by President John C. Bravman, Commencement Speaker Jessica Livingston '93 and Student Speaker Gabby Diaz '25.
Commencement Jumbotron Video
Members of the Class of 2025 reflect on their years at Bucknell in this video that played on Malesardi Quad prior to the start of Bucknell's 175th Commencement.
Honor Your Graduate
Congratulations, Parents!
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More Commencement 2025 Stories
At the end of their Bucknell journey, members of the Class of 2025 share their plans for what's next.
Where They're Heading from Here
Doris Fischer Malesardi S'45 will receive an honorary degree at Commencement, recognizing her philanthropic contributions that have advanced financial aid and access at Bucknell.
Honorary Degree
The Class of 2025 will be the first to cross a new brick pathway, built as their class tribute to the University, when they walk through the iconic Christy Mathewson Gates at Commencement.
Senior Tribute
Look back at the milestones that have shaped Commencement, from its modest start to a grand celebration of nearly 900 graduates.
Celebrating 175 Years
