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Nothing but blue skies under the tent at the 43rd UMass Chan Medical School Commencement.
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Margaret Heider, PhD, enters the tent with her GSBS graduates.
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Students are all smiles as they take their places inside the tent.
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UMass President Marty Meehan takes the podium.
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Claire Pomeroy, MD, MBA, receives an honorary degree from Dean R. Terence Flotte (left) and Chancellor Michael F. Collins.
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Honorary degree recipient Dermot Desmond is recognized by Chancellor Collins.
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Gov. Charlie Baker tells grads to “Have patience; be part of a medical care team; embrace technology; understand the value of your voice.”
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GSN class speaker Telana Fairchild at the podium.
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GSBS class speaker Aditya Venkatesh, PhD, addresses the crowd.
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Dr. Venkatesh’s family looks on as he receives his diploma.
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Racquel Wells, MD, gives the SOM class speech.
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SOM graduate Waldo Zamor’s family captures the joyous moment.
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SOM graduates recite the Oath of Maimonides.
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GSN graduate Caroline Kane, MS, pauses for a picture with Chancellor Collins.