Congratulations Graduates!

Sprinkling rain and wind did little to dampen the spirits of the more than 20,000 in attendance at Boise State University’s 110th commencement ceremony at Albertsons Stadium on May 7, honoring undergraduate, graduate and doctoral students who will join more than 100,000 living alumni.

This spring, 3,109 Boise State students were eligible for graduation, qualifying for 3,733 degrees or certificates; 1,400 of those degrees and certificates were completed with honors. About 2,400 students covered the Blue turf, the largest graduating class in Boise State history.

“You are no stranger to difficult times,” said Dr. Marlene Tromp, president of Boise State. “Remember, graduates, as you set your course to make your unique mark on the world: courage isn’t being unafraid, it is moving ahead, even when you are facing a wall of fear.

“Today, I challenge you in periods of hardship to keep going, to keep growing, to take on the next challenge and the next one. I want to tell you that you can take your unique knowledge and talents, that combination of qualities that only you can bring, and make your extraordinary destiny. Take this opportunity, seize it with joy and gratitude for the way hardship has prepared you to do more. Broncos, this is your charge: go out there and make your mark! We’re counting on you, and we’ll be watching!”