Final Exercises
2017
May 21, 2017
Final Exercises is the beginning of so many pursuits. With the greater good in their sights, more than 6,000 students and their 40,000 supporters celebrated success over graduation weekend.
Here you can find their stories, see images and coverage of the weekend, and watch a retrospective of the academic year. See the Major Events site for other details from graduation. Congratulations to the Class of 2017!
Photos from the Day
Pianta Advises Sunday Graduates to Build Fruitful Relationships in the Days Ahead
Graduates from 10 University schools and the Data Science Institute earned their degrees on Sunday and Dean Robert Pianta of the Curry School of Education spoke. More
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Photos from the Day
Sunshine, Smiles and Cheers as UVA Celebrates Saturday’s Graduates
On Saturday, the University of Virginia celebrated what President Teresa A. Sullivan called “its most joyful occasion”: the conferral of bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees that represent years of patient work and dedication. More
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Photos from the Day
Colombian President Tells Students: Use Failures to Achieve Success
Juan Manuel Santos, a Nobel Peace Laureate and the president of Colombia, cautioned University of Virginia graduates of the rocky road ahead, but he urged them to listen to their consciences. More
Service Awards Honor University Community Members at Valediction
University organizations on Friday awarded University community members with several service awards. More
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What’s Next? UVA Grads Reveal Their Plans for the Future
Here’s a sample of soon-to-be alumni and their post-graduation pursuits in health care, technology, teaching, public service and more. More
From Their First Day to Their Last: Graduates Share UVA Photos and Memories
Members of the Class of 2017 share photos comparing their earliest days on Grounds with their last days before they walk the Lawn. More
One Year. Three Minutes. So Much To Celebrate.
Final Exercises are almost here. Take three minutes to look back at just a few of the many remarkable events and people that made Grounds such an exciting place to be during the 2016-17 academic year. More
Finals Weekend 2017, By the Numbers
Take a graphical glimpse at the numbers behind UVA’s 188th Final Exercises. More
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