Inspiring speeches are heard, congratulations are given and memories are made.

From the first Washington University in St. Louis Commencement held in 1862, the ceremony has given graduates, family, friends, faculty and staff the opportunity to gather in celebration.

December Recognition

The December recognition ceremony was held December 10, 2022, at the Athletic Complex.

May Commencement

The 162nd Commencement ceremony was held Monday, May 15, 2023, at Francis Olympic Field.

Photos & Videos

View recognition ceremony photos

Keynote Speaker & Grand Marshal

KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Maxine Clark
Founder, Build-A-Bear Workshop
CEO, Clark-Fox Family Foundation
Inspirator, the Delmar DivINe™

GRAND MARSHAL
John Baugh
Margaret Bush Wilson Distinguished University Professor

Photos & Videos

View commencement photos

View photos from Brookings Quadrangle and stairs

View 360 photos from the Class of 2023 Celebration – Ballpark Village

Keynote Speaker & Grand Marshal

KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Sterling K. Brown

GRAND MARSHAL
John Baugh
Margaret Bush Wilson Distinguished University Professor

HONORARY GRAND MARSHAL
Cynthia Weese

Honorary Degrees

Maxine Clark
Doctor of Laws

Anthony S. Fauci, MD
Doctor of Science

Alphonso Jackson
Doctor of Laws

Paul Michael Lützeler
Doctor of Humanities