Graduating class of 2024 will make a difference in the world

Congratulations to the class of 2024! Your hard work and perseverance, whether you joined us as a first-year or transfer student, has been a wise investment in your future and collectively for society as a whole. Your UC Davis bachelor’s degree will open the doors of opportunity throughout your lives, and we know you will make the most of those opportunities because of the values and skills you’ve cultivated here.

This June, we celebrate in person with approximately 1,700 undergraduates and 193 graduate students from the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CA&ES). We applaud your accomplishments and are excited to celebrate your day with you at the Golden 1 Center.

We have full confidence in your future because we know how tenaciously you have worked to earn your UC Davis degree. And we are grateful for your contributions to the culture of this campus, one that is widely respected throughout the world. We especially want to acknowledge the support and encouragement of your families and friends who have helped you on your journey through higher education.

Our graduates bring vision, enthusiasm, talent and intellect to the opportunities and challenges that await. We hope you carry many fond memories of your time spent at UC Davis and stay connected with us as proud alumni. Our Aggie family spans many generations with a common experience—and that’s an important part of what keeps our college strong. We look forward to watching you go out and make a difference in the world, and we have no doubt that you will. Go Aggies!