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Convocation 2024 Updates

Join us in celebrating the Class of 2024.

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Celebrating Our 2024 Grads

Future leaders across education, health and psychology share what drives them and their dreams

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Convocation 2024: Meet This Year’s Honored Medalists

Celebrated psychologist Dr. Thomas Parham, distinguished actor and philanthropist Michael J. Fox, renowned leadership expert Dr. Amy Edmondson and acclaimed dance educator Jody Gottfried Arnhold will receive the College’s highest honors

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Get to Know This Year’s Convocation Student Speakers

These inspiring graduates will address the Class of 2024

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Apply Now for Fall 2024

The 2024 application is open for some Fall programs with rolling deadlines! Check your program's deadlines for more information.

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It’s Not (Really) About Diversity

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Does Preschool Boost Kids' Long-Term Academic Success? Study Finds Mixed Results

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