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2017
The IUPUI Class of 2017 Graduates
The IUPUI Class of 2017 Graduates
Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis awarded 6,919 degrees during commencement this year, including 1,594 Purdue University degrees. The degree total includes 253 degrees awarded to graduates of Indiana University-Purdue University Columbus, who were invited to attend the Indianapolis ceremony.
From left, IU President Michael A. McRobbie, WNBA superstar Tamika Catchings and Nasser H. Paydar, IUPUI chancellor and executive vice president of Indiana University, pose for a photo in the robing room before commencement begins.
IUPUI graduates line up for the processional before the ceremony.
Graduates process into Lucas Oil Stadium during IUPUI’s commencement ceremony.
IUPUI Chancellor Nasser H. Paydar addresses the Class of 2017.
Bagpipers depart after leading the platform party to the dais during IUPUI’s commencement ceremony, which was held in Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
IUPUI graduates, family and friends fill Lucas Oil Stadium.
IUPUI graduates stand and wave to their friends and family during the ceremony.
Former Indiana Fever player Tamika Catchings addresses the Class of 2017 during IUPUI’s commencement. Catchings, a superstar on the basketball court and an inspiration in the community, played her 15-year career for the Indiana Fever of the WNBA.
Former Indiana Fever player Tamika Catchings reveals an IUPUI jersey under her robe as she speaks during IUPUI’s commencement. Catchings led the Indiana Fever to its first championship in 2012, earning her the WNBA's Most Valuable Player honors.
IU President Michael A. McRobbie delivers the commencement address.
IUPUI undergraduate Amber Kriech delivers the student address during IUPUI’s commencement ceremony.
Doctoral candidates stand as their hoods are placed over their heads during IUPUI’s commencement ceremony.
IUPUI undergraduates turn their tassels in unison, indicating they are now Indiana University graduates.
An IUPUI graduate celebrates by raising his diploma cover into the air during commencement.
Graduates wave their diplomas in celebration during IUPUI’s commencement.