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• Abdullah Brownel’s speech
• Honorary Degrees
• President Martin’s speech
• A Surprise for Biddy
• Procession
See photos of the ceremony and activities of Commencement weekend.
Amherst’s 201st graduation ceremony had all the traditional elements of a pre-pandemic Commencement, plus a surprise honor for the president.
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504 bachelor of arts degrees conferred. Thousands of guests. One community of families, friends, faculty and staff. Take a closer look at Commencement and this year’s graduating students.
Student Officers Sophia Fikke ’22, Sebastian Montesinos ’22, and Aaron E. Rennert ’22 speak about their diverse academic experiences.
Four influential leaders in business, economics, neuroscience and art curation will receive honorary degrees from Amherst College during the 2022 Commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 29.
See photos of Senior Assembly and Senior Celebration 2022.
Watch video of Biddy Martin’s speech and see photos of the ceremony and reception.