Special Report: 2024 Commencement

Special Report: 2024 Commencement

Commencement will take place from May 9 through May 11, with seven ceremonies planned to celebrate more than 4,300 new graduates from the University of Miami. Get more details about the events, read about the special guest speakers, and follow for updated coverage.

Ceremonies will be held at the Watsco Center on the Coral Gables Campus. Photo: Mike Montero/University of Miami

Commencement Information

• Ceremony dates and times
• Venue information
• Directions and parking information
• Livestream and virtual slides
• School/College receptions
• Frequently asked questions

Commencement Highlights 

May 6, 2024: Notable speakers to address University of Miami graduates- Seven distinguished individuals will take the stage during spring 2024 commencement exercises honoring baccalaureates, doctoral and master's degree recipients, and law and medical graduates.

April 5, 2024: Jumping into the job hunt - Toppel Career Center experts offer students some pointers about searching for their first post-college position.

March 15, 2024: The envelopes, please: Match Day 2024 - The Miller School of Medicine Class of 2024 earned a 100 percent placement rate at Match Day 2024, with 196 students matched in 24 specialties across the country's top-tier institutions.

Student Stories

Accomplished graduate student earns dual JD, MD degrees

Jordan Brooks will start his career working at Boston Consulting Group, where he will focus on health care and life science and social impact management consulting.

From Virginia Key to the Philippines

After earning her degree from the Rosenstiel School, Mary Simonne Dodge will begin a two-year deployment with the Peace Corps as a coastal resource manager in the Philippines.

An advocate for everyone's mental health

Emily Goldstein, a graduate of the School of Education and Human Development, plans to continue to help others in taking care of their mental health.

Drawn to the School of Architecture's interdisciplinary mission

Nicholas Amadori feels all that he has learned at the school has made him well-rounded and prepared in his chosen field.

Caring for the Deaf and hard of hearing

Hannah Ship witnessed the health care struggles the Deaf and hard-of-hearing people experience long before she enrolled at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.

Fascinated by journalism

During her years at the University of Miami, Caroline Val has amassed an extensive body of work in her chosen field.

Engineering student Logan Beatty headed to Boston

The Stamps Scholar also earned the distinguished Goldwater Scholarship during his undergraduate studies at the University of Miami.

I found a true passion for what I was learning'

Sarah Mohammed excelled as a pre-med student in the College of Arts and Sciences and served as the college's Student Government liaison, helping to foster connections between students and faculty.

Building relationships through business education

Kyle Pearson's journey through the Miami Herbert Business School exemplifies how a vibrant educational environment can shape a student's aspirations and career trajectory.

Karma a driving force for senior

Sarah Petit won the Toppel Career Center's #BreakThru Award for her commitment to overcoming obstacles.

Sparkling debut during NBA All-Star Weekend

Derryl Barnes, the recipient of the Oscar Pope Lift Every Voice Fellowship, embraces 'the opportunity of a lifetime.'

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