A round of applause for the Class of 2017

Des Moines University awarded 455 degrees in eight programs at the 117th annual Commencement Ceremony on May 26. Family, friends, faculty and staff celebrated the graduates throughout the week with programs, awards and a campus picnic.

Check out the photos of our happy grads and their proud supporters at all of the Commencement festivities!

COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY

Hy-Vee Hall was basked in a purple glow as DMU honored 455 graduates. See photos below and watch the full ceremony here.

Posted by Des Moines University on Thursday, June 1, 2017

CAMPUS PICNIC

The sun was shining bright during the annual campus picnic, where balloon artists entertained the kids and students danced to the sounds of local band, The Nadas.

Posted by Des Moines University on Friday, May 26, 2017

COLLEGE AWARD PROGRAMS

DMU’s three colleges recognized distinguished graduates during their award and honor programs held on campus. 

Posted by Des Moines University on Friday, May 26, 2017

MILITARY COMMISSIONING CEREMONY

Alumni and guests honored graduates who attended the University on military scholarships.

2017 Military Commissioning ceremony

Posted by Des Moines University on Friday, May 26, 2017

Congratulations to all the graduates in the Class of 2017!

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