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Actor, director, producer, Penn alumna Elizabeth Banks to speak at 269th Commencement
Elizabeth Banks.

Class of 1996 alumna Elizabeth Banks will address the Class of 2025 at Penn’s 269th Commencement on May 19.

(Image: Robert Ascroft)

Actor, director, producer, Penn alumna Elizabeth Banks to speak at 269th Commencement

At the Commencement ceremony on Monday, May 19, Banks will receive an honorary degree, along with the other 2025 Penn honorary degree recipients.

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Commencement traditions, explained
A historical Penn graduation procession.

The Class of 1901 Commencement procession on June 12, 1901.

(Image: William H. Rau/Courtesy of University Archives)

Commencement traditions, explained

Penn Today dives into some of the unique sights and sounds that help commemorate the joyous occasion.

Penn Today Staff