Traditions: Commencement

Twice each year, Commencement marks a new beginning in the lives of graduates, and it’s a day heavy on tradition!

Twice each year, Commencement marks a new beginning in the lives of graduates. It’s a day of looking forward, and it’s also a day heavy on tradition! Scenes from the spring 2024 ceremony included the traditional procession led by a Distinguished Faculty Award recipient and a bagpiper playing a lively tune. Members of the Golden Fifties Club, who graduated 50 years ago, take part in the ceremony wearing gold gowns. A newer tradition is taking photos with friends at ETSU’s selfie station, at the ETSU-themed mural by artist Kelsey Montague, and, of course, with Bucky!

Blue and gold tartan pattern

Photos from the May 2024 Commencement Ceremony

New ETSU grads pose with a heart mural designed by Kelsey Montague.

a bagpiper plays their instrument.

A Distinguished Faculty Award recipient leads President Brian Noland
ETSU grads use the selfie station.

decorated graduate cap that reads “Ms. Cassie 2024, Be the TEACHER you needed when you were their age!”
Decorated graduate cap that reads “Class of 2024, Future DPT (Doctor of Physical Therapy) Class of 2027”

Members of the Golden Fifties Club clap at Commencement.

Read more incredible stories in the Summer 2024 Edition of ETSU Today. #BucsGoBeyond

ETSU Today | Summer 2024

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