Years of hard work led to this moment. 🧡🎓
Today the Buffalo State Class of 2026 crossed the stage surrounded by the people who supported, encouraged, and believed in them along the way.
We couldn’t be more proud! Welcome to the @buffalostatealumni family!
One last ceremony. One more incredible group of Bengals to celebrate. 🧡🎓
Congratulations to our graduate students crossing the stage at Buffalo State’ Master’s and Advanced Graduate Certificate Ceremony tonight!
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The celebration continues for the Buffalo State Class of 2026. Our School of Arts and Sciences graduates are getting ready to take the stage at 1 p.m. making this Commencement Day one to remember!
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It’s time to celebrate the School of Education and Applied Professions Class of 2026!
From future educators to leaders across industries, today marks the beginning of an exciting next chapter. #BuffStateGrads
The countdown to Commencement is almost over. 🎓
From Senior Send-Off celebrations to tomorrow’s walk across the stage, this weekend is all about celebrating the hard work, memories, friendships, and accomplishments that brought the Class of 2026 to this moment. 🧡
Tomorrow, our newest graduates officially become part of Buffalo State’s alumni community—and we couldn’t be prouder.
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Buffalo State legacy family celebrates Commencement 🎓
Twenty-four years after their father, Tavis Watson, received his degree in journalism from Buffalo State, Ciera and Tavis Jr. will cross the stage during the university's 154th Commencement.
🗨️ “Buffalo State is something special that I can’t explain. You have to experience it yourself.” - Ciera Watson, Class of 2026
🔗 Read more about the Watson's story at link in bio.
Thursday marks the official end of the semester, and we’re closing it out by celebrating our Bengal community. 🧡
Congratulations on a semester filled with hard work, growth, creativity, resilience, and achievement. Whether you’re graduating or heading into a well-deserved summer break—way to go, Bengals. 👏
Three of Buffalo State University’s most accomplished students—two of whom will receive the Buffalo State President’s Medal—have been chosen to deliver the student address at the university’s 154th Commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 16, in the campus Sports Arena.
🎓 Miranda O. Shepard will deliver the School of Education and Applied Professions student address at the 9 a.m. ceremony.
🎓 Asher Freudenhammer-Glass, recipient of the President’s Medal for Outstanding Undergraduate Student, will deliver the School of Arts and Sciences student address at the 1 p.m. ceremony.
🎓 Hailee E. Cipollina, recipient of the President’s Medal for Outstanding Graduate Student, will deliver the Master’s and Advanced Graduate Certificates student address at the university’s 5 p.m. ceremony.
🔗 Read more at link in bio.
Congratulations to Joyce Assaf, Madison E. Sierra, and Charvaye S. Hutchins-Carter on receiving the SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence!
The Chancellor’s Award recognizes students who have integrated academic excellence with distinguished achievement in areas such as community service, campus involvement, creative and performing arts, athletics, entrepreneurship, leadership, and career achievement.
Read more at link in bio.
We’re reflecting on an incredible day at Buffalo State’s inaugural Spring Student Showcase last week.
We were honored to welcome @SUNY Chancellor John B. King Jr. to campus and proud to showcase firsthand the passion, creativity, and excellence of our students. From research and creative exhibitions to performances, presentations, and hands-on learning experiences, our students demonstrated the depth of their talent, innovation, and hard work across every discipline.
Commencement is less than 1️⃣ week away! We are looking forward to celebrating and recognizing the extraordinary accomplishments of our graduates. 🎓 🧡
More info at link in bio.
Tune in as @buffstateusg President-Elect, Denisson, takes over to share more about student life, USG, end-of-semester happenings, Carnival, and more.
Catch the takeover Friday!
