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The Orations Competition is among the oldest and most treasured traditions associated with Harvard's Commencement. Three students are chosen by a panel of judges to deliver, from memory, an address to the assembly of approximately 32,000, which includes...

Harvard’s commencement traditions are storied yet differ from those of many institutions, particularly in how and when graduates cross the stage. The College and each graduate/professional School hold unique events within their communities, such as...

History of Commencement’s Morning Exercises at Harvard University Excerpts from Cynthia Wight Rossano’s THESE FESTIVAL RITES, found in Commencement’s official “Order of Exercises” printed program. For additional information, please see links down below...