Congratulations, Graduates!
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Order of Exercises
Land Acknowledgement
David E. Kirkland
Vice Dean of Equity, Belonging, and Community Action
Greetings on Behalf of the School
Jack H. Knott
Dean, Gale and Ira Drukier Chair
One Word
The NYU Steinhardt Class of 2021 in one word
Greetings on Behalf of the University
Andrew Hamilton
President
Greetings from the Dean's Scholar-in-Residence
Vanessa Williams
Dean's Scholar-in-Residence, 2020–2021
Musical Interlude
Stand For Change
Words and music by Dave Schroeder and Phil Galdston
Choreography by Deborah Damast
Vocal performance led by Ana Flavia Zuim
Performed by students in Dance Education and Vocal Performance programs
The 2021 Dorothy Height Distinguished Alumni Award
Presented by Dean Jack H. Knott
Awarded to Dr. Tarika Barrett
Shout Out
Acknowledging those who supported our graduating students during their academic journey
Student Remarks
Sania Ifan ’21
Media, Culture, and Communication
Shaahida Rita Makeba Samuel ’21
Music and Performing Arts Professions
Congratulations
Congratulations to the Class of 2021 from the NYU Steinhardt community
Faculty Remarks
Rodney Benson
Chair, Department of Media, Culture, and Communication
A Salute to the Recipients of 2021 Honors and Awards
Presented by Delmy M. Lendof
Associate Dean for Student Affairs
Presentation of the Degree Candidates
Presentation of the 2021 Honors and Awards
NYU Steinhardt Life
A salute to the Class of 2021
Credits
Music by Sam Guyton, "Won't Stop Livin'"
Class of 2021 Awards and Honors
Leadership and Service Awards
NYU Steinhardt salutes outstanding undergraduate and graduate students who have distinguished themselves through scholarship, leadership, and service.
Departmental Awards
Departments award additional honors to eligible undergraduate and graduate students. Requirements vary by department and program.
University Awards
These students are recognized by the University for their exemplary academic achievements.