Brown is unique among Ivy League institutions in featuring graduating seniors, rather than outside dignitaries, as Commencement speakers.
Commencement
Senior Orators
Since its beginning in 1769, Brown’s Commencement has always featured graduating seniors as the principal speakers.
Senior Orators
Since its beginning in 1769, Brown’s Commencement has always featured graduating seniors as the principal speakers.
2025 Senior Orators
Nkéke Harris ’25
“Beyond the Western Horizon: Realizing an Ancestral Dream”
Aliza Kopans ’25
“On This Green”