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The U Commencement Committee asks graduating seniors for input on in-person celebration options in addition to a livestream ceremony on April 30.

Ries was president of the medical staff for the University of Utah Hospital & Clinics and served as the clinical director of infectious diseases/HIV at U of U Health.

If you missed out on this year’s event, read or listen to Rev. France A. Davis’ speech on unity and student speaker Alisa Cloward’s message about hard work and supporting the success of others.

Civil rights activist Rev. France A. Davis gave the keynote address at commencement and challenged graduates to “find a way to bring us together.”

Alisa Cloward, who graduated with a bachelor’s degree in business administration, was chosen as the student speaker.

Chemistry Chair Cynthia Burrows received the 2019 Rosenblatt Prize and was honored during the 2019 commencement ceremony for transcending ordinary teaching, research and administrative efforts.

Thursday’s commencement address from civil rights veteran and U alum Rev. France A. Davis can be watched live at utah.edu/live.

As the Class of 2019 prepares to celebrate their success, meet a few of the graduates and remember the ones we’ve highlighted over the past few weeks.

Graduates and guests may park on campus for free during commencement and convocation ceremonies, but as campus parking is limited, visitors are encouraged to use the free U shuttle service.

U faculty are recognized for teaching, scholarly and creative research, service, innovation and impact, community-engaged teaching and more.