Photos: Xavier University holds commencement for the College of Arts and Sciences undergrads
Xavier University held their 96th Annual Commencement Ceremonies in 3 parts at the Xavier University Convocation Center.
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Graduates listen to Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr., give the commencement address during the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Degrees Commencement Ceremony at Xavier University in New Orleans, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune)
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Families wait in long lines to get into the Convocation Building before the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Degrees Commencement Ceremony at Xavier University in New Orleans, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune)
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Graduates make their entrance during the start of the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Degrees Commencement Ceremony at Xavier University in New Orleans, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune)
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A Bachelor of Arts graduate wear elaborate shoes during the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Degrees Commencement Ceremony at Xavier University in New Orleans, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune)
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A person wipes away tears as graduates walk into the Convocation Building during the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Degrees Commencement Ceremony at Xavier University in New Orleans, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune)
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Graduates look up at the stands for family and friends during the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Degrees Commencement Ceremony at Xavier University in New Orleans, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune)
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Graduates make an entrance during the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Degrees Commencement Ceremony at Xavier University in New Orleans, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune)
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Francis Scott Key sings the National Anthem during the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Degrees Commencement Ceremony at Xavier University in New Orleans, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune)
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Family and friends gather during the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Degrees Commencement Ceremony at Xavier University in New Orleans, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune)
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Graduates listen to Marguerite S. Giguette during the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Degrees Commencement Ceremony at Xavier University in New Orleans, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune)
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Interim Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs Marguerite S. Giguette speaks during the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Degrees Commencement Ceremony at Xavier University in New Orleans, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune)
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C. Reynold Verret, President of Xavier University, speaks during the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Degrees Commencement Ceremony at Xavier University in New Orleans, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune)
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Elizabeth Yost Hammer and Jason S. Todd receiver the Norman C. Francis Faculty Awards during the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Degrees Commencement Ceremony at Xavier University in New Orleans, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune)
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Kyler Hamilton sings with Kerry Lewis on the base and 5 other band members during the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Degrees Commencement Ceremony at Xavier University in New Orleans, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune)
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A person dances as Kyler Hamilton performs during the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Degrees Commencement Ceremony at Xavier University in New Orleans, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune)
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President C. Reynold Verret gets ready to place a doctoral graduation hood on Troy A. Carter, Sr. as Marguerite S. Giguette talks about CarterÕs achievements as he receives an honorary degree during the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Degrees Commencement Ceremony at Xavier University in New Orleans, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune)
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Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr., a graduate of Xavier University, delivers with the commencement address during the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Degrees Commencement Ceremony at Xavier University in New Orleans, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune)
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People listen to Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr., deliver the commencement address during the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Degrees Commencement Ceremony at Xavier University in New Orleans, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune)
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Shalanda D. Young receives an honorary degree during the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Degrees Commencement Ceremony at Xavier University in New Orleans, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune)
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Shalanda D. Young speaks during the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Degrees Commencement Ceremony at Xavier University in New Orleans, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune)
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Shalanda D. Young and Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. laugh together after both receiving honorary doctor degrees during the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Degrees Commencement Ceremony at Xavier University in New Orleans, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune)
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Michayla Imani Jacobs reacts after receiving a diploma during the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Degrees Commencement Ceremony at Xavier University in New Orleans, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune)
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Corey Lewis dances across the stage before receiving his diploma during the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Degrees Commencement Ceremony at Xavier University in New Orleans, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune)
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Jessie Nesha Elizabeth Ulmer takes to the stage to receive a diploma during the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Degrees Commencement Ceremony at Xavier University in New Orleans, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune)
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Aiyana OndrayaÕ Jones a diploma during the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Degrees Commencement Ceremony at Xavier University in New Orleans, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune)
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Terrence Renard Jones, Jr. dances across the stage during the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Degrees Commencement Ceremony at Xavier University in New Orleans, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune)
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Bachelor of Science graduates help eachother with their graduation hoods during the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Degrees Commencement Ceremony at Xavier University in New Orleans, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune)
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Family and friends react as graduates are called to receiver their diplomas during the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Degrees Commencement Ceremony at Xavier University in New Orleans, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune)
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Kalenea Holt graduates during the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Degrees Commencement Ceremony at Xavier University in New Orleans, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune)
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A graduate receives after receiving a diploma during the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Degrees Commencement Ceremony at Xavier University in New Orleans, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune)
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A graduate dances across the stage to their diploma during the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Degrees Commencement Ceremony at Xavier University in New Orleans, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune)
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Some family and friends watch the graduation from outside during the College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Degrees Commencement Ceremony at Xavier University in New Orleans, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune)