Class of 2021

Commencement ceremony on May 17, 2021

Updates: Read the messages sent to Class of 2021 Graduates and Families on May 13, 2021. Note: Due to ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Commencement information is subject to change. The College continues to monitor conditions and may adjust plans as needed.

Commencement Information

Graduates seated at Commencement facing Beachem Portico

Videos

Degree Conferral Replay Commencement

The graduate procession passing the Janet Morgan Riggs Center

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Announcements

Meet the Class of 2021

Read reflections from several of our newest Gettysburg College alumni on what it means to be a Gettysburgian, their fondest moments and proudest accomplishments, the value of a liberal arts education, and how they plan to leverage their Gettysburg education to make a difference in the world. Meet the Class of 2021.

Students in their Commencement regalia clapping

Announcement Archive

View our archive of recent commencement-related communications.

Downloads

Download the official program, as well as signs, orange and blue garlands, and food flag templates to show your support for the Gettysburg College Class of 2021!

Program

Download the 186th Commencement Program (PDF)

Posters

Download and print a celebratory poster or yard sign to show your support for the Gettysburg College Class of 2021!

Congratulations Class of 2021 — Download 8.5 x 11 inch Class of 2021 poster (PDF)

Congratulations Gettysburg Graduates — Download 8.5 x 11 inch Gettysburg Graduates poster (PDF)

Garlands