Mercer Times

The College of New Jersey celebrated its 168th commencement on May 16-17, 2024, at Lions Stadium. The event marked the end of the academic journey for 1,785 undergraduates and 299 graduate students in TCNJ's Class of 2024.

Interim President Michael A. Bernstein led his first commencement ceremony at TCNJ. He commended the graduates for their resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic. "You began your TCNJ career with remote instruction from your homes, rather than from on campus — unable to make new friends and get to know the college you now call home," he stated. "Over the last three years it is clear you would not let this unorthodox start to your college career define your time at TCNJ."

Pamela Barnett, dean of the School of the Arts and Communication, also participated in her first commencement at TCNJ. She expressed confidence in the graduates' potential impact beyond college life. "Your faculty and staff have witnessed your growth and we have great faith in your ability to take what you have learned and apply it to make good careers," she remarked.

Dora Krstic, a civil engineering graduate and former president of TCNJ’s civil engineering honor society, addressed her peers by acknowledging faculty support. "You prepared us to become hardworking and competent professionals," she said.

The ceremonies are available as archived webcasts on the official TCNJ Commencement website, with additional photos posted on their Facebook page.