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Wide-angle photo of a graduation ceremony inside a large white event tent at Babson College. In the foreground, rows of graduates wearing black caps and gowns with green accents sit facing a raised stage. Some graduates have decorative caps or accessories. The stage runs across the right side of the image and is lined with green ferns and floral arrangements. On the stage, a group of officials in academic regalia sit in a row, while one speaker stands at a podium delivering remarks. Behind the stage is a large green backdrop repeatedly printed with “BABSON COLLEGE” and the college seal, along with a large screen displaying the speaker. An American flag stands near the stage, and lighting and sound equipment hang from the tent ceiling above.
What’s the Number One Thing You Hope the Class of 2026 Remembers? Pursue your passions. Take risks. And we’re here for you. That is just some of the advice that Babson College leaders shared for the Class of 2026 at Commencement.
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June 3, 2026

Tagged Alumni, Faculty, Graduate, Undergraduate, Advice

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2026-06-17 04:23:52
President Spinelli smiles while speaking with students on campus
Babson President Stephen Spinelli Jr. to Retire at the End of the 2026–2027 Academic Year  Capping a tenure marked by strategic growth in entrepreneurial leadership, innovation in entrepreneurship education, and an expanded global impact, Babson College President Stephen Spinelli Jr. MBA’92, PhD announced his plans to retire next year.
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June 1, 2026

Tagged Arthur M. Blank School for Entrepreneurial Leadership, Campus, Entrepreneurial Leadership, Entrepreneurship Education, Leadership, Alumni

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2026-06-17 04:23:52
President Spinelli poses for a portrait in front of Tomasso Hall
With Gratitude and Confidence in the Future, Babson President Announces Retirement Babson College President Stephen Spinelli Jr. MBA’92, PhD shares a message with the Babson College community, announcing his retirement at the end of June 2027.
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June 1, 2026

Tagged Alumni, Arthur M. Blank School for Entrepreneurial Leadership, Campus, Leadership, Entrepreneurial Leadership

Posted in Community, Entrepreneurial Leadership

2026-06-17 03:46:40
A man speaking at a lectern.
From Dialysis to Diploma: Thomas Thermidor ’26 Celebrates a Hard-Won Graduation Thomas Thermidor ’26 spent two years battling kidney failure while pursuing his Babson degree. This spring, he finally crossed the Commencement stage after a life-saving transplant.
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May 27, 2026

Tagged Alumni, Student Life, Undergraduate, Class of 2026

Posted in Community, Outcomes

2026-06-17 04:23:52
Matia Cristiani stretches with her racket to reach the ball on a return shot
Babson Tennis Star Matia Cristiani Wins NCAA Singles National Title The most decorated tennis player in school history, Matia Cristiani ’26 earned her third national championship and first in singles, before teaming with Sandra Sikharulidze ’29 in the doubles national final, where they lost a heartbreaker.
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May 26, 2026

Tagged Athletics, Class of 2026, Class of 2027, Class of 2028, Class of 2029

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2026-06-17 04:23:52
Confetti falls down on Jake Thibeault ’26 and other members of the Class of 2026 at Commencement
Never Alone: The Journey of Jake Thibeault ’26 to the Commencement Stage Jake Thibeault ’26 served as the student speaker at Babson’s undergraduate Commencement ceremony. His experience at the College demonstrates what happens when the people in a community bring out the best in one another.
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May 19, 2026

Tagged Class of 2026, Commencement, Undergraduate, Campus

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2026-06-17 04:23:52
Group photo of all the graduates
Babson’s Tournament Teams Celebrated in Athletics Commencement Ceremony Graduating members of the men’s lacrosse and baseball teams, who were competing during Babson’s Commencement ceremonies, were honored in a special ceremony Monday on campus.
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May 19, 2026

Tagged Athletics, Class of 2026, Commencement, Undergraduate, Graduate

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2026-06-17 04:23:52
Graduates wearing their stoles stand while placing their hands over their hearts
Six Final Lessons from the Arthur M. Blank School for Entrepreneurial Leadership for the Class of 2026 More than 70 graduates from the Blank School and its eight centers and institutes reflect on the people, classes, and moments that shaped their time at Babson College.
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May 19, 2026

Tagged Arthur M. Blank School for Entrepreneurial Leadership, Commencement, Class of 2026

Posted in Community, Entrepreneurial Leadership

2026-06-16 22:26:09
Graduating students toss their caps in the air.
Babson Commencement 2026 Celebrates Courage, Curiosity, and Community Babson College celebrated the Class of 2026 with powerful Commencement speeches on resilience, entrepreneurship, and leadership, from C. Dean Metropoulos ’67, MBA’68, H’26, Adriana Cisneros H’26, and student speakers.
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May 18, 2026

Tagged Class of 2026, Graduate, Undergraduate, Commencement

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2026-06-17 03:51:27
Jake Thibeault speaks behind a podium
WATCH: Jake Thibeault ’26 Delivers Babson’s Student Commencement Address  Walking to the stage, Jake Thibeault ’26 provides an inspirational and moving message of resilience and optimism in the face of adversity at Babson’s undergraduate Commencement ceremony.
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May 16, 2026

Tagged Class of 2026, Undergraduate, Commencement

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2026-06-17 03:51:27