The Catholic University of America celebrated its annual Commencement ceremonies May 13 with thousands in attendance. The day was a dream come true for families and students. University photographer Patrick G. Ryan captured many of those joyful moments. Relive them with this gallery featuring some of his favorite shots.
Some of The Unforgettable Images From Commencement 2023
President's Note: True North
In 1941, our alumnus Venerable Fulton J. Sheen published A Declaration of Dependence. With prophetic clarity, Sheen’s Declaration helps us see that the founders’ claims about the “self-evident” fact that we have all been created by God rests upon a tradition that preceded them by 18 centuries. This role is one our Church has continuously played in the American drama.
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Commencement weekend at The Catholic University of America was a festive affair! Here are some highlights by way of visual round-up...
Class of 2026, Then and Now: Moving in to Moving on
We got to know the Class of 2026 on the very first day they moved on campus to their dorm. Four years later, we caught up with the same students ahead of graduation to see what changed, what stayed the same, and what’s next!