Hobart and William Smith Colleges

Graduates take a photo before Commencement 2021.

In her valedictory address, President Joyce P. Jacobsen praised the campus’ collective strength over the past year and “the tenacity, dedication and sheer willpower of its individuals.”

The Quad is filled with socially distanced seating.

A student celebrates while waiting to receive their diploma.

Members of the Classes of 2021.

A colorful mortarboard.

In her Commencement address, Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden L.H.D. ’21 congratulates the resilient Classes of 2021. Hayden was awarded an honorary doctorate and received the Elizabeth Blackwell Award, given to women whose lives exemplify outstanding service to humanity.

“This past year has been a test for all of us. It made you stronger and opened your eyes to opportunities and some surprising possibilities,” says Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden L.H.D. ’21. “Remember: this is your time. This is your history to be made.”

Graduates volley a beach ball during Commencement 2021.

Celebrating all things purple and green!

Graduates gather for a photo on Sunday.

As part of Senior Week, seniors enjoy a wine and beer tasting on Stern Lawn. Here, they sample beers from Seneca Lake Brewing Company.

As part of Senior Week, students spend the week leading up to Commencement making lasting memories. Here, Mimi Smith 21, Audrey Platt 21, Lindsey Lesniak 21, Rylee Wernoch 21 and Mackenzie Frary 21 hang out on Stern Lawn before their wine tasting.

Maddie Montgomery '22 charges through the Franklin and Marshall defense. Montgomery is currently the Herons' greatest scorer, with 48 goals, eight assists and 56 points.

Graduates of the Masters of Arts in Teaching spend time together by Seneca Lake

Students play spike ball on the Quad.