Topic: Commencement

A passion for storytelling leads to leadership and communications

Creativity and connection shaped Ashley Sewall’s path at the U, where campus involvement and hands-on experience defined her undergraduate journey and prepared her for what comes next.

A passion for storytelling leads to leadership and communications

Creativity and connection shaped Ashley Sewall’s path at the U, where campus involvement and hands-on experience defined her undergraduate journey and prepared her for what comes next.


The art of reflection: Looking back at how far we’ve come

As graduation approaches and with it the closing of a pivotal chapter, reflecting on one's progress and accomplishments can help make moving forward easier and smoother.

The art of reflection: Looking back at how far we’ve come

As graduation approaches and with it the closing of a pivotal chapter, reflecting on one's progress and accomplishments can help make moving forward easier and smoother.



Special Report: Commencement 2026

Commencement will take place from May 7 through May 11, with eight ceremonies planned to celebrate more than 4,600 new graduates from the University of Miami. Get more details about the events, read about the special guest speakers, and follow for updated coverage and profiles of some of the graduating students.

Special Report: Commencement 2026

Commencement will take place from May 7 through May 11, with eight ceremonies planned to celebrate more than 4,600 new graduates from the University of Miami. Get more details about the events, read about the special guest speakers, and follow for updated coverage and profiles of some of the graduating students.



Commencement speaker preview

Five distinguished individuals will take the stage during Spring 2026 Commencement exercises honoring baccalaureates, doctoral and master’s degree recipients, and law and medical graduates.

Commencement speaker preview

Five distinguished individuals will take the stage during Spring 2026 Commencement exercises honoring baccalaureates, doctoral and master’s degree recipients, and law and medical graduates.




Distinguished speakers to address fall graduates

J.R. Martinez and Vincent K. Omachonu will address the more than 1,000 fall graduates of the Class of 2025 during commencement ceremonies at the Watsco Center on Dec. 11.

Distinguished speakers to address fall graduates

J.R. Martinez and Vincent K. Omachonu will address the more than 1,000 fall graduates of the Class of 2025 during commencement ceremonies at the Watsco Center on Dec. 11.


From paratrooper to psychology graduate

Veteran and University of Miami staff member Martin Peeples juggled a full-time job with college classes to earn a bachelor’s degree in psychology.

From paratrooper to psychology graduate

Veteran and University of Miami staff member Martin Peeples juggled a full-time job with college classes to earn a bachelor’s degree in psychology.





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