The Classes of 2020 and 2021 will celebrate their graduation at commencement ceremonies over the coming days, ending a long journey they shared with family, friends, professors and classmates, to name a few.

For many of these graduates, the COVID-19 pandemic made their degree that much more hard-earned. The difficulties and unexpected obstacles provide all the more reason to celebrate their milestone achievement.

Family, friends and others submitted videos to the university celebrating their graduates and sharing in the joy of their accomplishments. Enjoy their congratulatory videos below.