Meliora, on deck
Class of 2027
The University of Rochester is holding the weekend of May 14–16, 2027, for the University’s one hundred and seventy-seventh Commencement activities.
Celebrating Excellence, Embodying Meliora
Recognizing the accomplishments of Rochester graduates and the spirit of Meliora that guides them.
Class of 2026, that was one for the books
Yellowjacket joy, frame by frame
Explore the Commencement Weekend photo gallery
Revisit standout moments capturing the pride, accomplishment, and celebration of the Class of 2026.
The big moment, on replay
Watch the Commencement Ceremony
Relive the University’s Main Commencement Ceremony now, with school and department ceremony recordings coming soon.
The Class of 2026, in print
Open the Commencement book
Access the official Commencement book with ceremony details, graduate listings, and keepsake moments from the weekend.
Class of 2026, in their own words
Ever better begins now
Watch highlights from Commencement Weekend as graduates reflect on perseverance, purpose, gratitude, and the people who helped them reach this moment.