Commencement News

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Scientist Linda Birnbaum to receive honorary degree at Unified Commencement

Linda Birnbaum will receive an honorary Doctorate of Science in recognition of her far‑reaching contributions to environmental health, toxicology…

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PhD grad hopes to use her work to help families

Tabitha Manuel is graduating with a PhD in Biomedical Sciences from Tulane University School of Medicine. (Photo by Kenny Lass)

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Curiosity drives Hullabaloo editor-in-chief’s dream of becoming a doctor

Ian Faul is graduating with dual bachelor's degrees from the School of Science and Engineering and the School of Liberal Arts. (Photo by Kenny…

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Tulane graduate turns personal health journey into mission for change

Angela Philpot is graduating from the Celia Scott Weatherhead School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine with a Master of Health Administration…

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Oscar-nominated, Emmy and Golden Globe-winning star of 'This is Us,' Sterling K. Brown, to address graduates at Tulane’s 2026 Unified Commencement

Sterling K. Brown, the award-winning actor known for his performances in the television series “This Is Us” and his Oscar-nominated role in the film…

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Know a great grad from the Class of 2026? Tell Tulane Today!

Tulane Today is accepting nominations of graduates for the publication’s annual Commencement profiles.

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Tulane’s own Yolanda Robinson-Windsay honors her mom as Unified Commencement vocalist

Tulane staff member and jazz vocalist Yolanda Robinson-Windsay inherited the role of Unified Commencement singer from her mother Topsy Chapman in…

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Tulane honors 34 outstanding graduates with prestigious Tulane 34 Awards

Thirty-four exceptional graduates from the Class of 2025 were honored at the Tulane 34 Award Ceremony on May 15, at the Lavin-Bernick Center for…

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Lights, camera, action on the Tulane Class of 2025

Tulane University’s Class of 2025 marked the closing scene of their college careers and the opening credits of a story yet to be written as they…

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Tulane’s Louisiana Promise fuels growth for in-state enrollment, first-generation students and keeps top talent here

For 31 new Tulane graduates, walking across the stage at graduation will be a testament to both their achievements and the power of Tulane's…