At least one graduate had steady nerves ... or was trying to.
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University Communications
Self-proclaimed 53-year-old Bucky mascot wannabe and nursing graduate Chris Jungkans near the Camp Randall Memorial Arch.
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Communication arts graduate Danielle Maciver flashes the dub as she celebrates meeting her goal.
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University Communications
Bucky high-tops make the outfit for one graduate hoofing it into the future.
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It's a family affair as a UW graduate poses for a photo at Camp Randall Memorial Park.
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A proud grad shows off his reward for years of hard work.
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University Communications
Individual fashion styles were on full display underneath the traditional graduation regalia.
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University Communications
With appreciation, a tip of a graduate's hat to the proud parents.
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University Communications
One grad finds the best route to life after college is by bike — gown and all.
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University Communications
Flag bearers make their way down the center aisle at the start of the commencement ceremony at Camp Randall Stadium.
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University Communications
The graduation ceremony was attended by approximately 5,800 bachelor's and master's degree candidates and thousands more of their guests.
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University Communications
Graduates celebrate with one final "Jump Around."
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University Communications
A happy graduate spots a friendly face in the crowd.
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University Communications
Chancellor Rebecca Blank addresses the graduates and their families with a gesture of appreciation.
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University Communications
Commencement speaker Katie Couric addresses the graduates and their families at UW-Madison's spring commencement ceremony.
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University Communications
UW graduates and basketball players Frank Kaminsky (center) and Josh Gasser (right) react to meeting journalist and commencement speaker Katie Couric.
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University Communications
Graduates put their creativity on display with many decorated mortarboards, including this twist on a familiar slogan.
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University Communications
Overview of graduates seated on the field. The commencement ceremony was attended by approximately 5,800 bachelor's and master's degree candidates.
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University Communications
Guests in the stands look out at graduates seated on the field. Estimated attendance was 41,300.
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University Communications
A spectator puts high-powered binoculars to use to look for her graduate seated on the field.
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University Communications
A group of soon-to-be-graduates pose for a picture in an oversized Terrace chair outside Union South before the start of commencement.
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University Communications
Soon-to-be-graduate Bethany Stieve, graduating in biology with a neurobiology option, puts her creativity on display with a decorated and Wisconsin-themed mortarboard.
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University Communications
A group of soon-to-be-graduates with master's degrees in computer engineering pose for a photo outside Engineering Hall before the start of UW-Madison's spring commencement ceremony.
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University Communications
College of Agricultural and Life Sciences Dean Kate Vandenbosch talks with Joseph Larkin, soon to graduate with a bachelor's degree in community [...more]
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University Communications
Soon-to-be-graduates walk past a graphic of raised football helmets before the start of the spring commencement ceremony at Camp Randall Stadium.
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University Communications
Graduates put their creativity on display with decorated and Wisconsin-themed mortarboards before the start of the spring commencement ceremony.
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University Communications
Katie Couric autographs a book belonging to UW graduate Jordyn Eisenpress following a reception for journalism graduates in Vilas Hall Friday.
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University Communications
Journalist Katie Couric speaks to a group of UW journalism graduates and their parents at a reception in Vilas Hall Friday night.
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University Communications
