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archival photo of Mike Nichols adjusting his commencement cap before the ceremony
Society & Culture
November 24, 2014 | 03:42 pm

From the archives: Director Mike Nichols speaks to Class of 1972

“I don’t know much about graduations except what I’ve seen in the movies,” joked director Mike Nichols after received an honorary doctor of letters degree from the University in 1972. The award-winning director of The Graduate and many other films and plays died on Wednesday, November 19, at the age of 83. Listen to his 1972 Rochester commencement address.

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Chris Matthews
University News
February 27, 2014 | 07:22 pm

Chris Matthews to give Commencement address

Chris Matthews, highly respected political news commentator, MSNBC host, and author will deliver the 164th College commencement address on Sunday, May 18.

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University News
April 30, 2013 | 05:45 pm

2013 Commencement Honorees Announced

The University’s 163rd commencement ceremonies will recognize the contributions of distinguished leaders and scholars who will receive honorary degrees, Eastman and Hutchison Medals for exemplary service, and awards for scholarship and teaching.

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University News
February 28, 2013 | 04:28 pm

Steven Chu to Address College

Steven Chu ’70 will deliver the 163rd College commencement address at the University of Rochester on Sunday, May 19.

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