Thousands Celebrate Graduations Across Multiple U.S. Campuses

Several American universities recently held commencement ceremonies celebrating their graduates' achievements and marking the transition to new chapters in their lives. UC Berkeley's campus was filled with excitement as thousands of students celebrated despite exhaustion from finals, with notable graduates including Olympic gold medalist Jack Alexy planning professional swimming careers. However, economic challenges loom, with a competitive job market and fewer hiring opportunities for new graduates leading some to pursue further education. Georgia Southern University Armstrong Campus and Napa Valley College also held significant commencement ceremonies, honoring their graduates amid supportive family and faculty gatherings. Meanwhile, at Presentation school, students reflected on their journey with emotional graduation ceremonies that included opening time capsules from their first year. These events collectively highlight both the celebratory spirit and the uncertain economic realities facing new graduates today.