Spring 2025 Commencement Recap
A full look back at an unforgettable Commencement weekend at Virginia State University.
On Saturday, May 17, Virginia State University proudly conferred degrees upon approximately 650 graduates. It was a momentous occasion filled with powerful messages, viral moments, and joyful celebrations among family, friends, and the Trojan community. If you were unable to attend our Spring 2025 Commencement, we've got you covered:
Photos/Video:
- Photos from Morning Ceremony
- Photos from Afternoon Ceremony
- 9:00 AM Graduates with President Abdullah
- 9:00 AM Graduates Individual Photos
- 2:00 PM Graduates with President Abdullah
- 2:00 PM Graduates Individual Photos
- "BOOTS ON THE GROUND” VIDEO
Featured Graduate Stories:
- War, Wounds, And A New Beginning: Judy Charles' Path To Greater At Virginia State University
- From Incarceration To Graduation: A VSU Student's Journey To Greater
News coverage:
- WRIC ABC 8NEWS: From courtroom to commencement stage: A VSU graduate's journey of redemption
- WTVR CBS 6: 650 degrees awarded during Virginia State University graduation
- Black Enterprise: Where Dem Fans At? Virginia State Shows How An HBCU Graduation Gets Down With 'Boots On The Ground' During Commencement