Order of Exercises
PROCESSIONAL
The Spirit of Stony Brook Marching Band
ORDER OF MARCH
GRAND MARSHAL
Richard Larson, President, University Senate
THE FACULTY
DOCTORAL CANDIDATES
MASTER’S CANDIDATES
BACHELOR’S CANDIDATES
THE PLATFORM PARTY
Maurie McInnis, President
Honored Guests
University Leadership
OPENING OF CEREMONY
Richard Larson
NATIONAL ANTHEM
Heidi Schneider, Department of Music
The Spirit of Stony Brook Marching Band
PRESIDENT’S ADDRESS
Maurie McInnis
REMARKS
New York State Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie '90
PRESENTATION OF CLASS LEGACY GIFT
Isaiah Daniel, Class of 2024
FACULTY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Provost Carl Lejuez
STUDENT SPEAKER
Tim Giorlando, School of Communication and Journalism
ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
Dr. Leonard J. Moss
Vice President of Engagement Strategy, Stony Brook University Alumni Association
ALMA MATER
"Sandy Shore"
Stony Brook Vocalists
The Spirit of Stony Brook Marching Band
PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES
University Deans
CONFERRAL OF DEGREES
President McInnis
RECESSIONAL
Message from President Maurie McInnis
Congratulations to the Class of 2024! You’ve persevered, adapted, collaborated, created,
and grown — probably more than you ever predicted. And all members of this class
have shared an academic journey that has been undeniably unlike any other. Many of
today’s graduates are part of what is now commonly known as Generation Z.
“Z,” people like to say, stands for “zoomers” — and indeed this class is one that
is deeply familiar with hybrid learning. But I think the letter may stand for a few
other things. Z is for zealous. This class will be defined by its determination, ambition
and inspiring zeal for life. The Class of 2024 wants to leave its mark on the world,
and for society to be better because of it. Being an advocate and innovator doesn’t
always make for an easy path forward, but I couldn’t be prouder of your ambition and
willingness to make the world a brighter, healthier, more just place.
Candidates for Degrees
Baccalaureate
College of Engineering & Applied Sciences
School of Communication & Journalism
Advanced Degrees & Certificates
Master of Business Administration
Master of Health Administration
Please note: This program includes candidates who have or will have fulfilled all requirements for graduation as of May, June, July, August, and Fall 2024. This listing reflects students who applied for graduation as of May 1, 2024.
Alumni Welcome
Congratulations, graduates! Welcome to the Stony Brook University Alumni Association. When you entered Stony Brook, you became part of a special community — one that values intellectual curiosity, creativity, individuality, and service to society. As a graduate and new alumnus, you continue to be an essential part of this extraordinary community.
Our alums celebrate the achievements of students, faculty, and fellow alumni; serve and support the University; and work tirelessly to ensure that Stony Brook stands with the finest universities in the world.
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