Worcester State University

To everyone who has supported our graduates along the way—thank you 💙 This milestone wouldn’t have been possible without your encouragement, love, and support. 📸 Photos by Matt Wright ‘10 and Bromly Domingo ‘25 | @mattwrightphoto , @brom1y 
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#WooState2026 [Image descriptions: 1. A graduate holding celebratory balloons poses outside with a loved one. 2. A graduate smiles alongside two loved ones after the ceremony. 3. A graduate shares a joyful hug with a faculty member. 4. A graduate embraces a loved one outside the venue. 5. Supporters cheer proudly while holding a sign that reads “Brandol you’re my hero!” 6. A graduate poses with two loved ones while holding their diploma. 7. A graduate holds their diploma while posing for a photo with a loved one. 8. A graduate hugs a faculty member as another claps nearby. 9. A graduate shares a heartfelt hug with a loved one. 10. A graduate holding a diploma poses for a photo with a loved one. 11. A graduate smiles while shaking hands with a faculty member. 12. A graduate beams while embracing a faculty member.]

Now introducing the 150th graduating class of Worcester State 💙 Congratulations to the 943 graduates who joined our alumni family today! 📸 Photos by Matt Wright ‘10 and Bromly Domingo ‘25 | @mattwrightphoto , @brom1y . . . #WooState2026 [Image descriptions: 1. Graduates wave to supporters in the stands as they enter the ceremony space. 2. Graduates wave to loved ones during the ceremony. 3. A graduate smiles and gives a thumbs-up while seated during the ceremony. 4. A row of graduates clap and cheer for the student speaker. 5. Two graduates smile while seated during the ceremony. 6. Three graduates pose for a photo before crossing the stage. 7. A graduate excitedly holds up their diploma after receiving it. 8. A graduate shakes hands with Trustee Colombo. 9–11. Graduates shake President Maloney’s hand while receiving their diplomas. 12. A graduate celebrates during the ceremony. 13–15. Graduates proudly hold up their diplomas.]

Congratulations, Class of 2026! We are so proud of you 💙 Enjoy every moment of celebrating this milestone! . . . #WooState2026 [Video description: A timelapse video shows graduates, faculty, and members of the stage party processing into the ceremony space at the DCU Center before commencement begins.]

Congratulations, Class of 2026! 🎓✨ You did it—and now your next chapter begins. We can’t wait to see the impact you’ll make wherever you go next. 💙 📸 Photos by Matt Wright '10 and Bromly Domingo '25 | @mattwrightphoto , @brom1y . . . #WooState2026 [Image descriptions: 1. A graduate smiles as they are hooded on stage. 2. Five graduates pose holding their caps before the commencement ceremony. 3. Four graduates wearing caps and gowns pose for a photo before the commencement ceremony. 4. A graduate holding a bouquet poses with two advancement staff members. 5. A graduating couple holds hands and walks down the quad in the rain. 6–7. Graduates smile as they move through the procession line holding program flags. 8. Graduates smile as faculty members clap for them during the procession. 9. A graduate holds up a stole reading “Massachusetts Army National Guard.” 10. Graduates wave to loved ones as they enter the ceremony space. 11. A graduate smiles while entering the ceremony space. 12. A wide view of the stage and graduates, faculty, friends, family, and supporters filling the gymnasium. 13. Keynote speaker Miss Tina E. Gaffney ‘26 raises her arm while delivering an inspirational speech. 14. Rows of graduates seated during the ceremony. 15. President Maloney shakes hands with a graduate crossing the stage. 16. A graduate raises her arms in celebration. 17. A supporter proudly cheers on a graduate while they cross the stage. 18. A graduate smiles while being hooded by a faculty member. 19. A graduate hugs a loved one after the ceremony. 20. A graduate holding bouquets poses with loved ones.]

1️⃣ day until the Undergraduate Class of 2026 crosses the stage! 🎓 Erin Condon ’26, B.S. in Nursing, with a minor in Spanish for Health Professionals. . . . #WooState2026 [Image descriptions: 1. Erin Condon ’26, wearing graduation regalia, smiles while holding up one finger to mark one day until commencement. 2. Erin Condon ’26, wearing graduation stoles, smiles while posing with her cap in front of the Tiffany Gates. A quote from her reads: “Worcester State gave me teammates, professors, and friends who turned this campus into a second home. I am going to miss seeing those familiar faces every day and the strong sense of community that makes this place so special. I am so proud to be a Lancer for life!”]

And just like that… you did it! 🎓✨ Congratulations, Graduate Class of 2026! . . . #WooState2026 [Video description: A timelapse video of graduate students crossing the stage and getting their diplomas, then processing out of the auditorium as friends and family cheer them on.]

The stage is set, and we’re ready to celebrate the Graduate Class of 2026 tonight! 🥳 Watch the Graduate Commencement ceremony live at Worcester.edu/Livestream. Stream begins at 5:25 PM. . . . #WooState2026 [Video description: Clips of the ceremony space set and ready to be filled with graduates and their loved ones for tonight’s Graduate Commencement ceremony.]

2️⃣ days until the Undergraduate Class of 2026 crosses the stage! 🎓 Brandol Ogando Saladin ’26, B.A. in Political Science, with a minor in Spanish. . . . #WooState2026 [Image descriptions: 1. Brandol Ogando Saladin ’26, wearing the student trustee graduation regalia, smiles while holding up two fingers to mark two days until commencement. 2. Brandol Ogando Saladin ’26, wearing the student trustee graduation regalia, smiles while walking down the path from the Tiffany Gates. A quote from him reads: “What made my time at Worcester State special was getting involved in clubs and taking advantage of the university’s many leadership opportunities.”]

Pinning the future! 🩺 Congratulations to our nursing graduates who received their pins at tonight’s Nurses Pinning Ceremony, marking the start of an incredible career. We’re so proud of you! 💙 . . . #WooState2026 #NursesPinning [Image descriptions: 1. A nursing graduate poses with a nursing faculty member after receiving her pin. 2. A nursing faculty member presents an award to a student. 3. A graduate and faculty member look down and smile as a dog wearing a grad cap makes an appearance. 4. Students smile while seated during the ceremony. 5. A nursing graduate poses with a nursing faculty member after receiving his pin. 6. A graduate makes their way downstage with their stole. 7. A nursing graduate poses with two nursing faculty members after receiving her pin. 8. A nursing student hugs a faculty member. 9. A graduate poses on stage for a photo wearing her nursing stole. 10. Proud family members capture photos as their student gets pinned. 11. A graduate makes their way downstage with their stole. 12. A nursing graduate poses with a nursing faculty member after receiving her pin. 13. Graduates hold up lit candles while saying the Florence Nightingale Pledge. 14. Graduates smile and wave to loved ones. 15. Graduates smile as they process out of the auditorium. 16. President Barry Maloney and trustee member, Lisa Colombo, pose with honorary degree recipients, Dr GB Singh and Lexi Singh ‘85. 17-19. Graduates hug loved ones after the ceremony. 20. A banner celebrating the senior nursing class hangs in the welcome area.]

3️⃣ days until the Undergraduate Class of 2026 crosses the stage! 🎓 Jack Lasbury-Casey ’26, B.S. in Business Administration, with a concentration in Finance and a minor in Economics. . . . #WooState2026 [Image descriptions: 1. Jack Lasbury-Casey ’26, wearing graduation regalia, smiles while holding up three fingers to mark three days until commencement. 2. Jack Lasbury-Casey ’26, wearing graduation regalia, poses in front of the Worcester State University Lancers logo in the Wellness Center. A quote from him reads: “My advice to future Lancers would be to take advantage of every opportunity, stay consistent in your work, and build connections because they will last a lifetime.”]

150 years of legacy and counting. Join us in celebrating our 150th graduating class this Saturday 🎓 Worcester.edu/livestream . . . #WooState2026 [Video description: Two members of the senior class committee discuss what makes Worcester State special and how it has become their place and their purpose. The video concludes with details for the undergraduate commencement ceremony.]

4️⃣ days until the Undergraduate Class of 2026 crosses the stage! 🎓 Abby Saner ’26, B.S. in Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences, with minors in Psychology and Disability Studies. . . . #WooState2026 [Image descriptions: 1. Abby Saner ’26, wearing graduation regalia, smiles while holding up four fingers to mark four days until commencement. 2. Abby Saner ’26, wearing a graduation stole and holding her gown behind her, poses in front of the Administration Building. A quote from her reads: “My time at Worcester State was special because I was able to be involved in so many different organizations and jobs. Each experience added something unique to my college journey while helping me grow into the person I am today.”]