Commencement 2024 Recordings and Stories
Graduate Commencement and Doctoral Hooding Ceremony
Watch the recording of doctorate and master’s students crossing the stage at Goodman Stadium >
Read more about the ceremony and Commencement speech given by Stephen S. Tang ’85G ’88 Ph.D. ’22P >
Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony
Watch the recording of 1,458 undergraduate students crossing the stage at Goodman Stadium >
Read more about the ceremony and Commencement speech given by Scott Willoughby ’89 >
Baccalaureate Service
Read more about this year’s service, featuring Rachel Laser >
2024 Commencement Speakers
Undergraduate Commencement
Scott Willoughby ’89
A leader in Northrop Grumman's space systems sector, Willoughby previously led NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope program at Northrop Grumman. The Webb Telescope is in orbit, discovering new celestial bodies and recording vital information about the universe.
"As a proud Lehigh engineering alum, I look forward to sharing with graduates the foundations the university built for my life and career. I am excited to be celebrating this milestone with the graduates poised to embark on the next chapter of their lives." - Scott Willoughby
Graduate Commencement/Doctoral Hooding Ceremony
Stephen S. Tang ’85G ’88 Ph.D. ’22P
A life services industry veteran, author and corporate advisor, Tang led Orasure Technologies, Inc., during the COVID-19 pandemic. He oversaw the development of at-home test kits that helped bring the pandemic to an end.
"As a Lehigh engineering graduate alum and professional whose career flourished while remaining deeply connected to the university community, I look forward to addressing graduates." - Stephen S. Tang
Helpful Post-Ceremony Information
Professional Photos
If you have not received your proofs or have any questions, please contact Island Photography at custserv@islandphoto.com or (800) 869-0908.
Diplomas
Estimated delivery time is four to six weeks after the ceremony. If you have questions about your diploma or do not receive it by July 8, please contact Registration & Academic Services at ras@lehigh.edu or (610) 758-3200.
2024 Commencement Printed Programs
Printed programs from the 2024 ceremonies will be mailed this summer. More details can be found on the Class of 2024 page.
The Lehigh Alumni Community
Welcome to the Lehigh Alumni Community! Stay connected and involved.
Severe Weather Information
The commencement ceremonies will be held outdoors in Goodman Stadium. In the event of extreme weather conditions, a ceremony will move indoors. We recommend you review the severe weather information and monitor the page if weather may affect your ceremony. View severe weather information >
Accessible Parking & Seating Options
Accessible parking and seating are available at the University Commencement Ceremonies. View accessible parking & seating options >
Roses for Graduates
Honor your graduate’s accomplishments with a beautiful bouquet of roses. Available by the dozen and presented in a gift box with a gift card and personal message; the proceeds benefit the Crime Victims Council of the Lehigh Valley. More details on how to pre-order will be available soon.
Celebrate Graduation
Download profile images, screensavers, virtual photo backgrounds, digital wallpaper, grad gifs, and more. Download digital celebration items here >
Past Commencements
Select a year using the dropdown to view its programs, awards and honors.
Messages to Graduates
Programs, Awards and Honors
Messages to the Class of 2023
View and submit congratulatory messages >
Commencement 2022 Coverage
Lehigh University celebrated the class of 2022 in May 2022