'You have the opportunity to create a better world, a happier world,' he tells the 25,000 assembled grads.

New UC San Diego grad Dennis Chiang looks to break ground with his fellow Tritons in two of engineering’s hottest fields.

Over 7,500 graduates will participate in commencement ceremonies this month.

Gabriela and Danielle Abraham will be the first in their family to receive four-year degrees.

Ricky Flahive spent his early years missing school, living in a motel. He now shares the stage with the Dalai Lama.

Daniela Estrada reflects UC Irvine’s commitment to the success of first-generation Latino students.

Two majors, a baby, pancreatic surgery, award-winning work and a career path are just part of the journey for this grad.

Alumna Channing Dungey is the new head of entertainment at the network.

Raul Carranza pursues a future in politics, guided by a sense of justice and determination.

UC Merced's first African American doctoral graduate balances research with parenting two autistic sons.

A 2016 graduate from the UCLA School of Nursing pays it forward to others.

As new grads look to their futures, we profile a few already engaged in making a difference for others.