We are excited to recognize the accomplishments of the Class of 2025 during commencement weekend, May 16–18, 2025.
Weekend Schedule
During a weekend of celebrations and academic rituals, we will honor the University’s new graduates.
Commencement Speaker
Former U.S. Ambassador to NATO Julianne Smith to Deliver 2025 Commencement Address.
Colgate will also honor Smith with an honorary doctorate, alongside Gretchen Hoadley Burke ’81, P’11,’20, Ann S. Masten, John McWhorter, Jill Tiefenthaler, Deborah Willis, and Richard Trusty Patrick Woolard ’65.
Livestream Events
Events will be livestreamed and available on Vimeo.
Questions?
Should severe weather affect outdoor events announcements will be sent via University email, mobile app, and social channels.