congrats to the grads

Snow for commencement in April? Anything can happen in Chicago! A video I recently shot and edited: https://www.amandaschwengel.com/2639613-video#e-0
Congratulations 2019 graduates!

commencement 2014

Congrats to the 2014 graduates!

commencement 2013

I forgot what an absolute blast photographing commencements are, as I was out of the country last year. Besides being a lot of fun, Hampshire's was very entertaining. Who else has a drag queen as moderator, and Amy Goodman as the keynote speaker? Here's a look at the 2013 grads! (Or 09F, as we call them)
Waiting for things to begin

 Getting a diploma her own way

the many classes of 2011

Graduation season has come and gone and I covered a whopping 6 commencement ceremonies. I heard many inspirational speeches and one that even led by quoting Tim McGraw. Hmm. Surprisingly, only one ceremony was held outside. Here are some favorites from the graduates of 2011.