For members of the Class of 2012, the days at Smith are coming to an end. On Sunday, May 20, during the college's 134th commencement ceremony, 652 undergraduates and 80 advanced degree candidates will receive their degrees and certificates and embark on new paths. The Gate salutes Smith's graduates with this special Commencement Edition. Check daily for more commencement news.

Campus Anticipates Commencement Address by Actress Jane Lynch

From the moment it was announced at Rally Day that award-winning actress Jane Lynch would be this year's commencement speaker, to a rousing ovation even by Smithies' standards, the campus community has anticipated her presentation. [View a video of students reacting to the announcement.] Lynch and four other accomplished women will receive honorary degrees before the address.

Student Profiles: Three Members of the Class of 2012

Science or Art?

Danielle Pite sees no reason to choose between her passions.

Collecting Experiences

Kayvia Pemberton once snoozed her way to a great business idea.

Around to College

Onawa LaBelle traveled a winding road to get to Smith.

Smith Class of 2012, By the Numbers

A snapshot look at the statistics about the graduating class. Exactly how many will graduate? Exactly where are they from? What are the most popular majors? Find out the answers and other interesting facts about the Class of 2012, plus a look ahead to the incoming Class of 2016.

Museum of Art Exhibits in Final Week

If you haven't already, don't leave town without enjoying current exhibitions at the Museum of Art. Soon to close are Pursuing Beauty: The Art of Edo Japan; Susan Heideman's Animalmineralvegetable; and an installation of prints by Janet Fish '60. Also not to be missed: Debussy's Paris, through June 10.