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Commencement Celebration

You did it! We are excited to celebrate the accomplishments of Manhattan University's spring 2026 graduates, who have excelled in their fields of study and are off to do great things in the world.

On this page you'll find information about this year's honored speakers plus details on the many activities and events for graduating undergraduate and graduate students. 

2026 Undergraduate Events

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2026 Graduate Events

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Undergraduate Speaker

Learn about Susan Solie Patterson

Graduate Speaker

Learn about Michael Kakos ’58

[ Undergraduate Valedictorian ]

Gabrielle Feneide Named Undergraduate Valedictorian at Manhattan University

A native of Longmont, Colorado, Gabrielle (Elle) Feneide will receive a Bachelor of Arts degree and serve as the undergraduate valedictorian for Manhattan University’s Class of 2026.

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[ Graduate Valedictorian ]

Karen E. Flores Named Graduate Valedictorian at Manhattan University

Graduating with an MBA, Karen E. Flores also is a Manhattan University undergraduate alum and will serve as the Graduate School valedictorian for the Class of 2026.

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Please visit this page for information on all of our Commencement events.