Graduation 2025

a young man wearing a green jacket puts his hands in his pockets and smiles in front of the Campanile

Awards

The key to success for this year’s University Medalist? Curiosity and collaboration

From using smartphone data to predict mental health relapses to leading French Club, Asher Cohen found community — and opportunities to serve others — in a myriad of corners of campus.

Ryan and Melissa Mattson in graduation apparel

Campus & community

How two graduating siblings found their ‘second act’ at UC Berkeley

Emily Thompson, clad in a cap and gown, holds her 2-year-old, Caspian, also wearing a small gown, while her other kid, River, stands next to her. She's smiling widely.

Arts & culture

After wilderness therapy, this graduate found her own path at UC Berkeley