Congratulations, Class of 2026!
Relive the special moments from the 2026 Commencement Ceremony and revisit celebrations from previous years.
2026 Commencement Ceremony
On Sunday, May 17, Muhlenberg College’s Class of 2026, along with their families, their friends, and Muhlenberg faculty and staff, gathered in Allentown’s PPL Center to celebrate the class’s 431 graduates. Watch a recap of the ceremony and speakers’ remarks below.
Celebrating the Class of 2026
Read about the ceremony, where graduates of the Class of 2026 were reminded of their hard-won accomplishments and the liberating potential of their liberal arts education.
Participate in the World
Commencement speaker Rajiv Vinnakota challenged the Class of 2026 to move beyond observation and “participate” in building stronger communities, reminding graduates that the future belongs to those who show up for others.
The Spirit of the Mule
Undergraduate speaker Vishmitha Dsouza reflected on her journey from Mumbai to Muhlenberg, celebrating the courage, curiosity, and resilience she believes have come to define her and her Muhlenberg classmates as they step out into the world, equipped with a readiness to make a difference.
Someone My Younger Self Needed to See
Graduate and Continuing Education speaker Kristin Heiss-Erbick reflected on returning to college as a first-generation student, mother, and working professional, sharing a powerful message about resilience, self-belief, and the transformational impact of continuing education.
Find Your Legacy
In her Commencement remarks, President Kathleen Harring challenged the Class of 2026 to consider how they will lead and serve at pivotal moments in their lives, drawing connections between Muhlenberg’s founding legacy, the ideals of the liberal arts, and the responsibility to create a brighter future.
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