Class of 2017
Prior to the ceremony, Abhinav Aima, instructor in communications, with soon-to-be communications graduates, left to right, Jevon Hankins, Danielle Richardson and Branna Wyant.
Psychology students get ready for the commencement processional.
Former student Sandra Muhhuku, center, earned her degree at University Park, but returned to Penn State New Kensington to graduate.
Freshman engineering major Alex Conte sang the National Anthem.
Working behind the curtain, Kevin Churick, foreground, information technology generalist, and student assistant Zak Sweeney, control the audio system. Seven years ago, Kevin was in front of the curtain, earning a bachelor's degree in information sciences and technology from the campus.
Biomedical Engineering Technology graduates Jack DelloStritto, left, and Joe Molinaro, wore the Red, White and Blue cords that signify military service.
Penn State New Kensington students who graduated with honors were recognized at the commencement ceremony.
Commencement speaker Kevin Bode told the Class of 2017 to think outside the box and make a difference in the community.
Administration of Justice majors moved their tassels from right to left as their degrees were conferred by Chancellor Kevin Snider.
An animated Danielle Richardson, center, as her communications degree was conferred.
Graduates look around at the support system -- faculty, staff, families and friends -- that helped them through college and will continue to be there as they begin their careers.
New Business graduates Madison Tonarelli and Nicholas Iducovich.
"It's a family affair, it's a family affair..."
Post-commencement reception for new Penn State alumni.
John "Jack" Sennett, center, a member of Penn State New Kensington's first graduating class in 1960, and his wife Jean Sennett, second from right, with three generations of Sennetts holding college degrees, left to right, Susan Sennett Dale, Lisa Sennett, John Sennett III, Paula Sennett Faybik and John Sennett Jr.
Chancellor Kevin Snider and Sarah Snider with their son Tyler, a new Penn State alumnus. The chancellor had the honor of conferring the degree on Tyler.