Class of 2024 Summer Commencement
Congratulations to the Class of 2024! You did it!
We love seeing all of your social posts on LinkedIn and other social sites. Be sure to use the #graduwit and tag @WentworthInstituteofTechnology so we can re-share. We are so proud of our graduates and want to spread the news far and wide.
Information about diplomas, transcripts, photos, program books and more can be found below.
Photo credit - Joshua Touster Photography
Summer 2024 Post Commencement Information
Congratulations Class of 2024 Summer Graduates:
Here is information and contact for questions you may have after graduating on August 17th!
Diplomas - your diplomas will ship in approximately 6-8 weeks once grades have been finalized. Questions about your diploma send mailto:graduation@wit.edu.
Transcripts - If you need a copy of your official transcript please review this information on how to place your order. Your first order is free.
Senior Portraits - Grad Images, the official portrait photographer, will send proofs to students wit.edu email and/or mailing address. You can purchase your portraits directly from the vendor. Visit Grad Images website and enter your name, your school name and your class year to view your photos on-line. Questions, please contact the vendor directly.
Commemorative Program Book - The digital version will remain online and the link will be posted after commencement. If you want a commemorative print version, be sure to order by the deadline. Once the link is available, we will post it here.
Watch the ceremony - Relive the moment or ICYMI, the ceremony is viewable via our livestream recording here.
Be sure to tag #graduwit in your social posts so we can share them too. Show your Leopard Pride!
#graduwit #leopardsforlife #witalumni #witpride
Summer Commencement Program Goes Digital
In keeping with Wentworth's commitment to sustainability and the environment, our program book for commencement will be available digitally during the ceremony and it is viewable via this link now.
If you would like to order a complimentary commemorative copy, please place your order here by August 31st.
Note: Students who completed all of their graduation paperwork by August 5 are included in this booklet. If your student's name does not appear, please contact registar@wit.edu with questions.
Take the Career Outcomes Survey by September 1
Pay it forward as previous graduates have done for you.
The Co-op & Careers office asks graduating seniors at commencement, and again 6 months later, to share their plans for life after Wentworth. Please complete this survey (link below).
This annual initiative captures a snapshot of hiring trends, challenges, and opportunities that each graduating class faces. Your response helps provide current and future students with the information they need to make decisions about their major and career goals. It also helps Wentworth and our office understand how best to support you and future graduates.
Wentworth Bookstore - 20% off Gifts for the Graduates
Be sure to stop by the Wentworth Bookstore located in Beatty Hall, lower level, to purchase a gift for your graduate. The store is offering 20% off one apparel or gift item.
Access the coupon here:
- Visit this link: Campus Welcome
- Enter your email address
- Enter access code: 0535
- Show your coupon email at the register or use it online for your discount
Gifts and Photos for the Graduate
Order yours today! With supply chain challenges and to ensure you have a gift for your graduate, we recommend pre-ordering.
Wentworth Bookstore – order your diploma frames and Wentworth branded items here
Jostens - Class Rings, announcements and other keepsakes
The Commencement Group -- pre-order gifts to pick up the morning of commencement
Grad Images The official ceremony photographer for Wentworth's commencement ceremonies. They will take professional portraits of your student during the event for purchase. Please see the FAQ section for more details or visit them online.
Important Dates and Deadlines
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DEADLINE: Order your FREE Commemorative Commencement Program Book
August 31st is the last day to order your free commemorative copy of the Class of 2024 Commencement Program Book. The book will remain on-line for viewing.
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DEADLINE: Complete the Career Outcomes Survey
Take the survey - pay it forward. Your response helps provides current and future students with the information they need to make decisions about their major and career goals. At the same time, it helps Wentworth and Co-ops & Careers understand how to best support you and future graduates.
Class of 2024 Student Speakers, Singers and Award Winner
We are excited to share the list of outstanding students who will give remarks, sing the National Anthem and be recognized for their outstanding academic achievement at the Class of 2024 Summer Commencement Ceremonies.
The morning ceremony will feature Jennifer Medina '24 singing the National Anthem, Jenna Eagan '24 will provide inspirational remarks as the student speaker and John Horan '24 will be recognized with the Beatty Award for earning the highest GPA in the class.
The afternoon ceremony will feature Felicity Gonzalez '25 singing the National Anthem and Dani Topale '24 will provide inspirational remarks as the student speaker.
Read the full story here to learn more about these talented and accomplished students.
Keynote Speakers and Honorary Degree Recipients Announced
9:00am Ceremony: Speaker Dr. Luciana Burdi, director for Capital Programs and Environmental Affairs for the Massachusetts Port Authority. Dr. Burdi will give the keynote address and receive an honorary doctorate in Humane Letters from the University. Wentworth Trustee, Jerome H. Casey, former president and chief operating officer of Sekisui Diagnostics and member of the board since 2012 will receive an honorary doctorate in Humane Letters for his years of service and commitment to Wentworth.
2:30pm Ceremony: Shereen Shermak, founder of multiple Boston-based startups, a former Boston-based venture capitalist, entrepreneur and active angel investor will deliver the keynote address and receive an honorary doctorate in Humane Letters from the University.
Photo - top left: Jerome Casey, top right: Shereen Shermak, bottom left: Luciana Burdi, bottom right: graduation ceremony with decorated caps
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to the questions that we anticipate our students and families may have related to commencement.
Celebrating the Class of 2024 Summer Commencement
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Where to Stay
The Inn at Longwood is offering a room block for April and August visitors attending commencement.
Make Summer Reservations Here - reserve by July 17, 2024 or call the Hotel's reservation line at 1-800-468-2378 or 617-731-4700 and use Group Code WITS0824
Lodging nearby - many within walking distance - be sure to check Groupon and other sites for best rates:
- Beacon Inn
- Boston Marriott Copley Place
- Brookline Courtyard by Marriott
- Colonnade Hotel
- Hotel Commonwealth
- Copley Square Hotel - offering a 15% best rate available discount
- Fairmont Copley Plaza
- Hilton Garden Inn Boston Brookline
- Holiday Inn Boston Brookline
- Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston Brookline - Longwood Medical Area
- The Inn at St. Botolph
- Residence Inn Boston Back Bay-Fenway
- Sheraton Boston
- The Verb Hotel
- Westin Copley Place Boston