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Four 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)

Four Commencement traditions explained

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

Penn Today Staff

A lively in-person Models of Excellence celebration
Members of the audience cheer at the Models of Excellence celebration.

Irvine Auditorium was filled with cheers and red and blue pompoms on April 26th for the 2023 Models of Excellence celebration.

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A lively in-person Models of Excellence celebration

This year’s ceremony honored the dedicated staff who make Penn’s success possible with the energy of a home team win.
Winners of 2023 Penn Prize for Excellence in Teaching by Graduate Students celebrated
A group of students clustered around each other holding certificates.

Front, from left to right: Lucy Andersen, Vice Provost for Education Karen Detlefsen, Derek Yang, Ann Ho, and Arianna James. Back, from left to right: Ritesh Isuri, Adiwid (Boom) Devahastin Na Ayudhya, Oualid Merzouga, and Puneeth Guruprasad.

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Winners of 2023 Penn Prize for Excellence in Teaching by Graduate Students celebrated

The long-running Prize for graduate student instructors recognizes excellent graduate instructors; unlike many other awards, nominations are made by students.
Hikaru ‘Karu’ Kozuma named Vice Provost for University Life
Hikaru Kozuma.

Hikaru Kozuma will be Penn’s Vice Provost for University Life beginning May 1, 2023.

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Hikaru ‘Karu’ Kozuma named Vice Provost for University Life

Kozuma, who is currently executive director of College Houses and Academic Services, will begin the new post in May.