Empire State University Honors International Students in Series of Commencement Ceremonies 

(SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY – July 15 2025) Empire State University celebrated the Class of 2025’s international students through commencement ceremonies held in four different cities around the globe. One hundred-twenty students participated in the Prague ceremony on June 28; 15 crossed the stage in Athens, Greece on July 2; 12 received their degrees in Tirana, Albania on July 3; and 1 accepted a diploma in Beirut on July 9. In total, over 150 international graduates were celebrated at European commencements in June and July. 

“Our international graduates exemplify what it means to be global citizens, and they are a testament to the strength of international education and the reach of SUNY Empire around the world,” shared Senior Executive Director of the Center for International Education Francesca Cichello. 

Please see photos from the ceremonies below.