A group of jubilant graduates in traditional black caps and gowns are captured mid-jump against a backdrop of Royce Hall with it's famed arched entryways. The graduates, facing away from the camera, are seen tossing their caps high into the air, marking a celebratory moment under the clear, sunny skies that signify the bright future ahead.

Celebrating the inspirational students of the class of 2024

UCLA College commencement highlights undergraduate student voices

Kayla McCormack | June 6, 2024 Six student speakers…
Mario Peng Lee

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Ananda Lima

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David Kim portrait outdoors on UCLA campus

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A blue banner with a floral watermark that reads "Asian American Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Heritage Month - UCLA."

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From left to right, a diptych of Raphaëlle Burns and Javier Patiño Loira in outdoor settings.

Raphaëlle Burns and Javier Patiño Loira earn fellowships to conduct research at I Tatti