Highlights of Commencement 2022

A look at HLS Commencement, from dawn ’til dusk.

‘Do justice, Class of ’22, do justice!’

The Class of 2022 made Professor Jon Hanson a four-time winner of the Sacks-Freund Award for Teaching Excellence at Class Day. The award recognizes teaching ability, attentiveness to student concerns and general contributions to student life.

Reflections of the Class of 2022

Graduating J.D.s and LL.M.s reflect on their law school experience and share their hopes for the future.

Gallery: Harvard Law School Class Day 2022

The Class of 2022 celebrated Class Day outdoors with friends and family, faculty and staff, and special guests.

‘Comfort is overrated’

Former Attorney General Loretta Lynch ’84 implores the class of 2022 to be ‘the change we have been waiting for.’

‘Beware the urge to chase after other people’s dreams’

Kristi Jobson ’12, the assistant dean for admissions and chief admissions officer, received the Suzanne L. Richardson Staff Appreciation Award during Harvard Law School’s Class Day ceremony on May 25.

Students from the Class of 2022 honored

Each year, a selection of Harvard Law students from the graduating class are recognized for their outstanding leadership, citizenship, compassion, and dedication to their studies and the profession.

Students honored with Dean’s Awards for Community Leadership

The Dean’s Awards for Community Leadership recognize a number of graduating students who contribute time and energy to making the Harvard Law School community a better place through involvement in student organizations, community service groups, and individual efforts.

Emily Chazen and Ivanka Canzius awarded Westfall Memorial Award

Emily Chazen and Ivanka Canzius are this year’s recipients of the Westfall Memorial Award, presented annually to recognize student contributions to creating community within a first-year section and the wider class.

Harvard Law School celebrates the Class of 2022