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Commencement 2020

The Harvard Graduate School of Education convened online on Thursday, May 28, to celebrate and award degrees to the Class of 2020. Access all of our Commencement coverage here — including a slideshow of this unique celebration, a year-in-review video, and stories about our alumni, faculty, and student award winners.

Congratulations to the Class of 2020!

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Commencement Stories

Meet Ed.D. Marshal Maung Ting Nyeu

By Lory Hough 06/01/2020 9:59 AM EDT
Maung Nyeu

Using culturally relevant narratives to improve instruction and student engagement.

Meet Ed.L.D. Marshal Mariel Novas

By Emily Boudreau 06/01/2020 9:18 AM EDT
Mariel Novas

Believing in the power of communities to effect change.

Meet Ed.L.D. Marshal James Mercer

By Jill Anderson 05/29/2020 3:08 PM EDT
James Mercer

Strengthening school leaders while building toward system-level change.

Education's Critical Role During an Uncertain Time

By Bridget Long 05/28/2020 4:22 PM EDT
Bridget Long

Dean Bridget Long's remarks for HGSE Commencement 2020.

Meet Ph.D. Marshal Daphne Penn

By Bari Walsh 05/28/2020 3:20 PM EDT
Daphne Penn

Understanding schools as a microcosm of society — and exploring questions of whether and how education can truly be a tool for mobility.

Let Your Presence Be Heard

By Philip Chew 05/28/2020 1:53 PM EDT
Philip Chew

The prepared remarks of student speaker Philip Chew, Ed.M.'20, for HGSE Commencement 2020.

2020 Morningstar Award Goes to Andrew Ho

By Jill Anderson 05/28/2020 12:15 PM EDT
Professor Andrew Ho

Ho was honored for his imaginative approach to teaching, his availability to students, and an uncommon ability to convey challenging topics — with humor, grace, and inventiveness.

HGSE Celebrates Commencement 2020

By News editor 05/28/2020 9:21 AM EDT
Grads

The HGSE community came together — virtually — to celebrate the accomplishments of 713 graduating students from over 50 countries.

On the Child's Side: Melanie Shea, TEP'20

By News editor 05/26/2020 11:43 AM EDT
Melanie Shea

The Intellectual Contribution Award recipient for Teacher Education reflects on her time at HGSE and looks toward the future.

Striving for Belonging: Steve Askar, SLP'20

By News editor 05/26/2020 11:33 AM EDT
Steve Askar

The Intellectual Contribution Award recipient for School Leadership reflects on his time at HGSE and looks toward the future.

Imagining a Brighter Future: Arushi Mittal, SSP'20

By News editor 05/26/2020 11:04 AM EDT
Arushi Mittal with the Diversity and Inclusion Fellows

The Intellectual Contribution Award recipient for Specialized Studies reflects on her time at HGSE and looks toward the future.

Building Learning Experiences: Alex Grady, TIE'20

By News editor 05/26/2020 11:01 AM EDT
Alex Grady

The Intellectual Contribution Award recipient for Technology, Innovation, and Education reflects on his time at HGSE and looks toward the future.

The Courage to Slow Down: Sam Zheng Ming Chan, MBE'20

By News editor 05/26/2020 10:42 AM EDT
MBE cohort

The Intellectual Contribution Award recipient for Mind, Brain, and Education reflects on his time at HGSE and looks toward the future.

Supporting Students — Equitably: Kristen Robinson, HEP'20

By News editor 05/26/2020 9:48 AM EDT
Kristen Robinson with her family

The Intellectual Contribution Award recipient for Higher Education reflects on her time at HGSE and looks toward the future.

Learning as a Superpower: Felicity Burgess, IEP'20

By News editor 05/26/2020 9:43 AM EDT
The Power of Playful Learning

The Intellectual Contribution Award recipient for International Education Policy reflects on her time at HGSE and looks toward the future.

The Power of Connectedness: Eliza Harris, L&L'20

By News editor 05/26/2020 9:41 AM EDT
Eliza Harris

The Intellectual Contribution Award recipient for Language and Literacy reflects on her time at HGSE and looks toward the future.

The Embodiment of Learning: Jesa Rae Richards, AIE'20

By News editor 05/26/2020 9:23 AM EDT
Jesa Rae Richards

The Intellectual Contribution Award recipient for Arts in Education reflects on her time at HGSE and looks toward the future.

A Matter of Will: Ella Wechsler-Matthaei, PSP'20

By News editor 05/26/2020 9:13 AM EDT
Ella Wechsler-Matthaei

The Intellectual Contribution Award recipient for Prevention Science and Practice reflects on her time at HGSE and looks toward the future.

Toward a Just and Loving World: Phoebe Co, HDP'20

By News editor 05/26/2020 9:12 AM EDT
Phoebe Co

The Intellectual Contribution Award recipient for Human Development and Psychology reflects on her time at HGSE and looks toward the future.

Finding Fulfillment: Tomihiro Ono, L&T'20

By News editor 05/26/2020 9:04 AM EDT
Tomihiro Ono and the ALTBridge Group

The Intellectual Contribution Award recipient for Learning and Teaching reflects on his time at HGSE and looks toward the future.

A Voice for Students: Kwame Adams, EPM'20

By News editor 05/26/2020 9:01 AM EDT
Kwame Adams

The Intellectual Contribution Award recipient for Education Policy Management reflects on his time at HGSE and looks toward the future.

The Defense Doesn't Rest

By Timothy Butterfield 05/05/2020 3:22 PM EDT
Clint Smith Zoom Doctoral Dissertation Defense

The pivot to online dissertation defenses and capstone presentations is accompanied by minor challenges, unexpected joys.

HGSE Sets Virtual Commencement

By Jill Anderson 04/28/2020 10:51 AM EDT
Commencement Banner

Distant but still festive, HGSE will gather online — and everywhere — for a celebration of its 2020 graduates on May 28.

Johan Uvin to Receive HGSE's 2020 Alumni Council Award

By Timothy Butterfield 04/15/2020 2:32 PM EDT
Johan Uvin

This year's honoree is a longtime U.S. Department of Education leader and the current president of the equity-focused Institute for Educational Leadership (IEL)

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