2015 Commencement - Call to Celebration
Skidmore has sent another 639 creative and critical college graduates out into the world. Reflecting Saturday's sunny rays of promise, 430 fresh grads earned the bachelor of arts, 202 the bachelor of science, and 7 the master of arts in liberal studies. Among the baccalaureate grads were a record 55 international students, representing 33 countries. From the stage of the Saratoga Performing Arts Center, President Philip A. Glotzbach welcomed them and their guests to Skidmore's 104th Commencement on Saturday, May 16.
What they said
Highlights of the speakers' remarks, including those by civil rights leader Julian Bond.
Sweet memories
A gift for the Class of 2015: a video produced and shot by Jake DeNicola '15, Julian Klein '15, and Piers Pope Boyce '16. Original music by Piers Pope Boyce '16 and Amir Rivera-Lieberman '15.
Saluting the Class of '15
The College recognized more than 100 outstanding students at its Honors Convocation and SGA Leadership Banquet.
Fresh faces, four years later
Four years ago we asked 12 incoming students what they hoped to accomplish at Skidmore. Now we asked if their hopes came true.
Highlights reel
Video excerpts from the day include mortarboards, hugs, and hurrahs.
Paving the way
Seniors' families support Skidmore students and programs for the future.
#Skid4Life
Students and families shared the excitement during Commencement using #Skid4Life on social media.