Master’s Graduation Celebration

Dear Graduates,  

On behalf of the School of Graduate Studies and Rutgers University, I congratulate you on your academic achievements. Although you are indeed graduates, today, with your families, friends, and guests in attendance, we celebrate your dedication and commitment to your chosen fields with this celebration event. Your degree empowers you to lead change in education, governmental agencies, and industry around the world. We look forward to seeing the positive change you bring to the world using the skills and knowledge you have acquired during your time at Rutgers.  

As you embark on your career, please remember that you will always be a part of the Rutgers community. Thank you for returning today and I wish you the best for continued success.  

Sincerely,  

Henrik Pedersen  

Interim Dean,  

School of Graduate Studies  

Without the help of the many friends of the School of Graduate Studies, this celebration would not have been possible. We extend special thanks to: Athletics, Campus Information Services, GradImages, Miller’s Rentals, Erin Rath and University Facilities, Transportation Services, Karen Novick, Colin Osborne, Tom Ponietowicz, Tom Vosseler, Mary Beth Rehrer, Mark Robson, Anna Cifelli and the Office of the University Secretary, Rutgers Emergency Services and all of the Rutgers Police Department, Tory Sharpless, University Libraries, University Relations, Tim Wourinen, Jackie Vargas, and many others.