All NewsSnapshotsA Pictorial Look at the 179th Commencement Ceremony Eric GershonMay 24, 20115minBelow are several photos taken at Wesleyan’s 179th Commencement Ceremony: From left, are Robert Patricelli '61, P'88, P'90, Margaret Sweetland Patricelli who were awarded Wesleyan's Baldwin Medal; Board of Trustee Chair Joshua Boger '73, P'06, P'09; Wesleyan's Honorary Degree recipients Ralph "Biff" H. Shaw '51, P'79, Jean Adams Shaw P'79, Dr. Paul E. Farmer, Alberto Ibarguen '66, P'97 and Barbara Nell Cook. With them is Wesleyan President Michael Roth '78. (Photo by John Van Vlack) Professor Peter Patton leads graduates onto Andrus Field. (Photo by Charlotte Christopher '12) The graduates make their way from Foss Hill to their seats for the ceremony. (Photo by John Van Vlack) Dr. Paul Farmer delivers the Commencement Address. President Michael S. Roth '78 addresses the Class of 2011. (Photo by Nam Anh Ta) The Class of 2011 and guests on Andrus Field. (Photo by John Van Vlack) Members of the Class of 2011 applaud their fellows. (Photo by Nick Russell) CaVar Reid '11 is a miracle! (Photo by Charlotte Christopher '12) View additional photos of Reunion & Commencement Weekend on Wesleyan’s Flickr site. commencement 2011 Related Articles All NewsArts & Humanities January 21, 2025 Andrew Chatfield CFA Spring Preview: Exploring How Art Creates Knowledge All NewsIn the Media January 21, 2025 Mike Mavredakis Wesleyan in the News: January 2025 All NewsCampus News & Events December 11, 2024 James Sims Exciting Changes Coming to Wesleyan’s Website in 2025