Commencement
Goucher College's 133rd Commencement was held on Friday, May 24, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. on the Margaret M. Winslow Great Lawn, with President Kent Devereaux
presiding over the ceremony.
Baltimore County Executive John “Johnny O” Olszewski Jr., Class of 2004, delivered the keynote Commencement address.
Photos and a video of the ceremony have been posted. The video is also available on Goucher's YouTube channel.
Date & Time
The Class of 2024 Commencement was held on Friday, May 24, 2024 at 10:30 a.m.
Speakers
Baltimore County Executive John “Johnny O” Olszewski Jr., Class of 2004, delivered the keynote Commencement address.
Livestream
Family and friends who were not able to attend the ceremony in person can watch a recording of Commencement.
Graduation Ceremonies
Baccalaureate
We invited all graduates, families, friends, faculty, and staff to reflect on the meaning of the college experience and the transition of Commencement through responsive readings, prayers from many religious and ethnic traditions in different languages, music, and reflections from a graduate and a faculty or staff member.
Convocation
The Goucher community was cordially invited to celebrate the academic and artistic achievements of its students at the annual Convocation celebration. Convocation not only recognizes students who have earned academic honors but also celebrates artistic and civic achievements. A variety of honors and awards will be bestowed.
Affinity Graduation Ceremonies
Affinity Graduation Ceremonies honor the accomplishments and experiences of Goucher graduates from historically marginalized and underrepresented communities. These ceremonies highlight the personal and academic successes that have shaped a student’s journey at Goucher College. While celebrating common experiences, Affinity Graduation Ceremonies also provide an opportunity for reflection, gratitude, and inspiration for aspiring seniors.
Affinity Graduation Ceremonies
Phi Beta Kappa
The ceremony is an annual celebration to induct and celebrate the achievements of Goucher students elected to join the Beta of Maryland Chapter of Phi Beta Kappa.
Photography
Graduates may order photos from Classic Photo. Click the link, select Goucher College from the list and browse the photos to find your photo with President Kent Devereaux.
For candid moments from Commencement, please visit the 2024 Commencement photo galleries and video pages.
Diplomas
Students are not issued diplomas at commencement, only a diploma cover. Diplomas are mailed to May semester graduating students between mid-June and the end of July. Graduating students not participating in commencement receive their diplomas according to the same timeline; a cover is not included, but may be picked up in person at the Office of the Registrar after degrees have been awarded.