Sunday, May 19, was an exciting day for the University of Virginia School of Medicine Class of 2024 as graduates participated in the University of Virginia’s 195th Final Exercises. Despite overcast skies and soggy ground from previous rain showers, the day began with the students’ iconic stroll from the Rotunda down the Lawn to Old Cabell Hall, and culminated with department and program celebrations throughout the day. The School of Medicine conferred 144 MD, 39 PhD, and 98 Master’s degrees to well-deserving students in the 2023-24 academic year.

The Doctor of Medicine graduation ceremony was held at the Paramount Theater. In her remarks, Dean Melina Kibbe, MD, said, “Thank you, graduates, for allowing me to share in this momentous occasion. I have no doubt that you will go on to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others, and I look forward to witnessing the impact you will undoubtedly have on the field of medicine.”

The Doctor of Philosophy in Biomedical Sciences Hooding Ceremony took place on Sunday at McLeod Hall and the Public Health Sciences Master’s degree ceremony was held at Culbreth Theater. The graduates were cheered on by their families, friends, and faculty.

You can find our photo album here, or click on the links above for photos from the individual ceremonies. You can also watch the recording online.

Source: UVA School of Medicine