PHOTOS: Emory University spring 2025 graduation

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PHOTOS: Emory University spring 2025 graduation

Atlanta entertainer Usher spoke to Emory University graduating students at their commencement ceremonies on Monday in Atlanta.

Musician Usher receives an honorary degree at the graduation ceremony at George W. Woodruff Physical Education Center at Emory University in Atlanta on Monday, May 12, 2025. (Arvin Temkar / AJC)

Students file into the graduation ceremony at George W. Woodruff Physical Education Center at Emory University in Atlanta on Monday, May 12, 2025. (Arvin Temkar / AJC)

Students file into the graduation ceremony at George W. Woodruff Physical Education Center at Emory University in Atlanta on Monday, May 12, 2025. (Arvin Temkar / AJC)

A graduate waves to supporters after receiving a diploma during the graduation ceremony at George W. Woodruff Physical Education Center at Emory University in Atlanta on Monday, May 12, 2025. (Arvin Temkar / AJC)

A graduate poses for an official portrait during the graduation ceremony at George W. Woodruff Physical Education Center at Emory University in Atlanta on Monday, May 12, 2025. (Arvin Temkar / AJC)

A supporter cheers before the graduation ceremony at George W. Woodruff Physical Education Center at Emory University in Atlanta on Monday, May 12, 2025. (Arvin Temkar / AJC)

(L-R) Kelly Zhuang and Audrey Zhang get ready before the graduation ceremony at George W. Woodruff Physical Education Center at Emory University in Atlanta on Monday, May 12, 2025. (Arvin Temkar / AJC)

Film major Kamea Alleyne gets ready for graduation at Emory University in Atlanta on Monday, May 12, 2025. (Arvin Temkar / AJC)

A student remains seated during the national anthem at the graduation ceremony at George W. Woodruff Physical Education Center at Emory University in Atlanta on Monday, May 12, 2025. (Arvin Temkar / AJC)

Students are seated before the graduation ceremony at George W. Woodruff Physical Education Center at Emory University in Atlanta on Monday, May 12, 2025. (Arvin Temkar / AJC)

A graduate blows a kiss to supporters while walking across the stage during the graduation ceremony at George W. Woodruff Physical Education Center at Emory University in Atlanta on Monday, May 12, 2025. (Arvin Temkar / AJC)

Human health major Jordyn Rosenberg gets a hug before the graduation ceremony at George W. Woodruff Physical Education Center at Emory University in Atlanta on Monday, May 12, 2025. (Arvin Temkar / AJC)

Political science major Jean Quan gets ready before the graduation ceremony at George W. Woodruff Physical Education Center at Emory University in Atlanta on Monday, May 12, 2025. (Arvin Temkar / AJC)

Graduates are seen at the graduation ceremony at George W. Woodruff Physical Education Center at Emory University in Atlanta on Monday, May 12, 2025. (Arvin Temkar / AJC)

Film major Justin Romanow and computer science major Rishik Reddy take a selfie before the graduation ceremony at George W. Woodruff Physical Education Center at Emory University in Atlanta on Monday, May 12, 2025. (Arvin Temkar / AJC)

Musician Usher, who will receive an honorary degree, is seen on stage at the graduation ceremony at George W. Woodruff Physical Education Center at Emory University in Atlanta on Monday, May 12, 2025. (Arvin Temkar / AJC)

A graduation cap is seen before the graduation ceremony at Emory University in Atlanta on Monday, May 12, 2025. (Arvin Temkar / AJC)

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Musician Usher receives an honorary degree at the graduation ceremony at George W. Woodruff Physical Education Center at Emory University in Atlanta on Monday, May 12, 2025. (Arvin Temkar / AJC)

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