Commencement 2017

With joy, solemnity, celebration, humility, gratitude and more than a little celebrity, the Brown community came together for Commencement and Reunion Weekend from May 26 to 28, guided by the spirit of working for a better future.
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On Sunday, May 28, President Christina Paxson addressed the Class of 2017's bachelor's degree recipients as part of Brown's 249th Commencement.
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Adriel Barrios-Anderson, one of two graduating seniors chosen as orators for the 249th Commencement, delivered an address titled "Silent Lessons" on the College Green on Sunday, May 28.
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Viet Nguyen, one of two graduating seniors chosen as orators for the 249th Commencement, delivered an address titled "The Idea of Deserving" on the College Green on Sunday, May 28.
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During the 249th Commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 28, Brown University bestowed honorary degrees to a diverse group of scholars, artists and leaders recognized for their exceptional achievement in a variety of fields.
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Students in the Resumed Undergraduate Education program make their way to Brown in many different ways — the stories of three Class of 2017 graduates from the program illustrate the wealth of lived experience they bring to campus.
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Science and Technology

Computer science professor celebrates 50 years on faculty

John Savage, one of the founders of Brown’s Department of Computer Science, will be honored for 50 years of teaching and mentorship during this weekend’s Commencement and Reunion festivities.
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News and Events

Brown to confer six honorary degrees

During its 249th Commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 28, Brown University will bestow honorary degrees on a diverse group of scholars, artists and leaders recognized for exceptional achievement.
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