2021 Commencement
Commencement is a symbol of our students’ achievement and the support they received from their loved ones on this important journey.
Saturday, May 15, 2021
Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater
10 a.m. - Undergraduate Ceremony
2 p.m. - Graduate Ceremony
University of Bridgeport Commencement Launches Hundreds of Careers
On Saturday, May 15, 2021, under a crystal blue sky, University of Bridgeport graduates inaugurated the new Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater and began their own journeys toward success.
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COMMENCEMENT SCHEDULE
SATURDAY, MAY 15, 2021
Welcoming Remarks
President Stephen Healey
National Anthem
Invocation
Father Michael Doody
Introduction of Stage Participants
Provost Manyul Im
Greetings
The Honorable Joseph P. Ganim, Mayor, City of Bridgeport
Senior Class Speaker
Zaire De Sousa - Undergraduate
Laarni Beciril - Graduate
Conferral of Honorary Degree
President Stephen Healey, Provost Manyul Im
Commencement Address
Richard A. Robinson, Chief Justice, CT Supreme Court - Undergraduate
Anne Diamond, President of Bridgeport Hospital - Graduate
Conferral of Degrees
President Stephen Healey
Dean Hans Van de Giessen - College of Arts and Sciences
Dean Khaled Elleithy - College of Engineering, Business, and Education
Dean Michael Ciolfi - College of Health Sciences
Alma Mater
Alma Mater, a toast to thee!
Pledge our honor, our loyalty.
From the ocean, far 'cross the land.
Our noble College will proudly stand.
Golden memories of days serene,
Golden seasons, familiar scenes,
Bonds will keep us forever true.
Alma Mater, Bridgeport U.
Recessional
Show Your Pride
Download and print University of Bridgeport 2021 graduate signs! These can be printed at home or at your local printer (Staples, FedEx, UPS).
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