OHSU Class of Twenty-Twenty-Four Celebrates Commencement
Portland, Oregon – Get ready to break out the “congrats grad” banners and maybe shed a happy tear or two (who are we kidding, let those waterworks flow!), because the Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) is gearing up to celebrate its graduating class of twenty-twenty-four. This ain’t no ordinary graduation, folks. These grads are about to unleash a wave of brilliance upon the world, tackling everything from pesky toothaches to groundbreaking medical research.
A Day of Pomp, Circumstance, and Maybe a Little Happy Crying
Mark your calendars, people, because Sunday, June second, is the day these future healthcare heroes officially become the “doctor is in.” The festivities kick off at one o’clock in the afternoon (that’s PM for all you time zone newbies) at the Oregon Convention Center, located at 777 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard right here in beautiful Portland, Oregon. Trust us, you won’t want to miss this epic celebration of knowledge, perseverance, and probably some seriously impressive dance moves when everyone thinks the ceremony is over.
From Classrooms to Communities: OHSU Grads are Ready to Make a Difference
Hold on to your hats, world, because over a thousand brilliant minds are about to be unleashed upon you. We’re talking a whopping total of over a thousand degrees and certificates being handed out across a wide range of healthcare fields. Yeah, you read that right – these grads are ready to tackle everything from fixing your pearly whites to researching the next big medical breakthrough. They’ve put in the blood, sweat, and maybe a few caffeine-fueled all-nighters, and now they’re ready to trade in those textbooks for stethoscopes, dental mirrors, and maybe even a few clipboards for good measure.
The Schedule: Because Even Celebrations Need a Game Plan
One o’clock in the Afternoon: Let the Main Event Begin!
First up, it’s the all-school commencement ceremony, where every single graduate gets their moment in the spotlight. Expect inspiring speeches, maybe a few awkward jokes from the dean (hey, we’ve all been there), and enough academic regalia to make you think you’ve wandered onto the set of a Harry Potter movie.
After the Tassels Have Been Turned: The Hooding Ceremonies
Once the all-school ceremony wraps up, things get real… personal, that is. Each OHSU school hosts its own hooding ceremony, where grads get to show off their fancy hoods (think graduation gowns, but with extra flair) and receive special recognition for their chosen fields. Think of it like the after-party of the graduation world, but instead of dancing, there’s a whole lot of academic handshake-hugging. Here’s the breakdown:
- OHSU School of Medicine: Where future doctors become the real deal.
- OHSU School of Dentistry: Get ready to say “ahh” to these amazing dental grads.
- OHSU School of Nursing: These nurses aren’t just compassionate caregivers, they’re healthcare superheroes in scrubs.
- OHSU-PSU School of Public Health: These grads are all about keeping communities healthy, one public health initiative at a time.
Extra Credit: More Graduation Festivities
Wait, there’s more! The celebrations continue with some bonus graduation events. Because let’s be real, you can never have too much of a good thing, especially when it comes to celebrating these incredible graduates.
- OSU/OHSU Doctor of Pharmacy Program Reception (Portland, June second): A chance for pharmacy grads to celebrate with their peeps and maybe compare notes on the best study snacks.
- OSU/OHSU Doctor of Pharmacy Program Graduation Ceremony (Corvallis, June fourteenth): Because who doesn’t love a good two-part graduation extravaganza?
- OHSU School of Nursing Commencement Events (Ashland, Klamath Falls, Monmouth campuses, June thirteenth-fourteenth): The nursing grads are taking their victory lap on the road, spreading joy (and nursing knowledge) across Oregon.