Hobart and William Smith Colleges

Students help winterize the State Street Public Garden.

During his valedictory address, President Mark D. Gearan called upon the graduates to lead a life of consequence by living a life committed to purpose, meaning and accomplishment.

Best-selling author, screenwriter and producer Jessica Knoll ’06 receives her honorary degree hood from Professor of Sociology Jack Harris P’02, P’06.

Students pause for a photo while processing to the Quad.

Professors of Sociology Wes Perkins and Jack Harris lead the faculty procession. They are applauded by the Class of 2024.

Family and friends watch the ceremony.

Peace Corps Director Carol Spahn urges students to take intentional action to create “authentic personal, curious, human connections made across difference” during her Commencement address.

President Mark D. Gearan introduces decorated air combat veteran and former HWS Director of Alumni Relations Lt. Col. John E. Norvell ’66, P’99, P’02 as he receives his honorary degree.

Dylan Rawlins ’16 accepts an honorary degree on behalf of his father, the late HWS Trustee Michael Rawlins ’80, P’16, who served at the Walt Disney Company as Head of Enterprise Content and the Broadcast Media Design Team.

During the William Smith Welcome, students plant a tree on the Hill.

Druids lead a procession to the Hobart Launch.

Retiring Professor of Sociology Wes Perkins delivers the Baccalaureate Address on Saturday.