In the words of recent grad Emmalee Reese, “People often ask me, ‘Why did you choose CofC?’ The answer is simple … because they don’t make us wear silly hats.” Here are some of our favorite social media posts from this weekend’s Commencement ceremonies.

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These past four years at the College of Charleston have not been easy. When I tell you I’ve experienced some of the longest and hardest nights of my life while in college, I am not lying. I’ve learned a lot about myself and I’ve also learned a lot about how people can be in general. I realize that there are a lot of people who aspire to graduate from college but never make it there so I must say that I am TRULY grateful that GOD has allowed to make it to this day to receive two degrees in the majors of Meteorology and Physics. Trust the process. Recognize who’s for you and who isn’t. Recognize what’s for you and what’s not. Stay consistent no matter what things may look like and believe that you can achieve ANYTHING you put your mind too. Keep God FIRST. And watch how everything else will fall into place in your life. 🙏🏾✨💯 #TrustGod 🙌🏾 #RemainHumble 🙇🏾‍♂️ #KeepMoving ➡️ #Elevate 📶 #May11th 🗓 #CofC19 🐾

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Well it’s about to get real.. #alumni

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