Graduate College Convocation | Class of 2026
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Order of Exercises

Processional

Welcome

Kami Silk, Vice Provost and Dean for the Graduate College

National Anthem

Performed by Brianna Loughlin, Master’s of Music Candidate, University of Delaware

Moment of silence, veterans recognition

Word from the Dean

Kami Silk, Vice Provost and Dean for the Graduate College

Keynote Speaker

Allison Karpyn, PhD, Co-Director, Center for Research in Education and Social Policy (CRESP) Professor, Human Development and Family Sciences

Faculty recommends class of 2026 for their degrees and recognition of students

Microbiology
Clara Chan, Professor and Director of the
Microbiology Graduate Program
Quantum Science and Engineering
Matthew Doty, Professor and Director of the Quantum Science and Engineering Graduate Program
Evaluation Science
Sue Giancola, Senior Associate Director from the Center for Research in Education and Social Policy and Director of the
Evaluation Science Graduate Program
Data Science
Timothy Webb, Associate Professor and Director of the
MS in Data Science Program

Closing Remarks

Kami Silk, Vice Provost and Dean for the Graduate College

Alma Mater

Performed by Brianna Loughlin, Master’s of Music Candidate, University of Delaware

Degree Candidates

  • * Cum Laude candidate
  • ‡ Summa Cum Laude candidate
  • † Magna Cum Laude candidate
  • § Degree with Distinction candidate
  • ∞ Community Engagement Scholar
  • ⌂ U.S. Military – Active Duty, Reserve or Veteran

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