Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist Mike Peters, who was this year’s Commencement speaker, gave each graduate a commemorative cartoon of Grimmy graduating. (WUSTL Photographic Services)
Washington University held its 151st Commencement Fri., May 18. As the morning sun shone brightly on Brookings Quadrangle, the ceremony was one to remember — including a rousing Commencement address by Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist Mike Peters; an inspirational speech by Alex Cooper, senior class president; the conferring of honorary degrees; the singing of the “Alma Mater” and much more.
Doctoral degree recipients walk toward Brookings Quadrangle to prepare for the early morning event. (WUSTL Photographic Services)
Graduating students walk behind their school banners as they enter Brookings Quadrangle at the beginning of Commencement. (WUSTL Photographic Services)
For the second year during Commencement, the university hung flags on January, Ridgley and Duncker halls to represent the home countries of graduating students. This year, 63 flags showcased the diverse international heritage of the university. (WUSTL Photographic Services)
Alex Cooper, senior class president, addresses his classmates during the university’s 151st Commencement. (WUSTL Photographic Services)
Washington University awarded six honorary degrees during the 151st Commencement. Gloria Steinem, a pioneering feminist, award-winning journalist and best-selling author, was one of the recipients. (WUSTL Photographic Services)
WUSTL alumnus Mike Peters, Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist and recipient of a 2012 honorary doctorate from the university, gave a rousing Commencement address. (WUSTL Photographic Services)
Some 15,000 people, including graduates, family and friends, fill Brookings Quadrangle during Commencement. (WUSTL Photographic Services)
Smiles abound on Commencement day. (WUSTL Photographic Services)
Some clever graduates show additional spirit by adorning their mortar boards. (WUSTL Photographic Services)
