2009

Highlights Video

Webcast of the Entire Ceremony

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Photo Gallery

View a collection of photos that capture the emotion and energy of Commencement 2009.

Speaker Remarks

Read the remarks made by each speaker.

• First Lady Michelle Obama
• Chancellor Steve Kang
• UC Merced Senior Jason Castillo
• Founding Chancellor Carol Tomlinson-Keasey (delivered by M.R.C. Greenwood)

Press Release

Inspiration and Encouragement from First Lady Michelle Obama Highlight Historic Commencement for UC Merced's Inaugural Class

About the Guest Speaker

Learn more about the guest speaker, First Lady Michelle Obama.