Hatchet’s 2021 Commencement Guide

May 9, 2021

Photo Illustration by Lillian Bautista | Senior Staff Photographer

Graduates’ families, friends and professors are encouraged to record short congratulatory videos for seniors, which will be included in the virtual Commencement ceremony.

The Hatchet’s 2021

Commencement Guide

Unlike last year, GW is the only university in D.C. that isn’t planning on holding some form of an in-person ceremony this May.

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Reflection

Seniors sign off with reflections on their college experience

We asked this year’s graduates to answer a few questions about their college experience that has been capstoned by a pandemic.

Viral social media moments from the past four years

For the graduating class of 2021, we’ve compiled some standout cultural moments that went viral while you were in college.

Celebration

Group activities for a last hooray in the District

Plan a last hurrah with your friends or family to reminisce on your time living in the nation’s capital.

10 things to do after graduation besides getting a job

Check out a non-exhaustive list of 10 impactful things to do if entering the job market isn’t the best next step for you.

Bottomless brunches to celebrate Commencement

To celebrate virtual Commencement, get your vaccinated friends together for a boozy brunch with bottomless cocktails.

Champagne cocktails for your grad party

For a twist on a classic flute of champagne, try out one of these cocktails to raise your class in toast at your celebration this year.

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