On May 12, 2026, the Roy and Diana Vagelos Division of Biology and Biomedical Sciences
proudly recognized 97 graduates during our Hooding & Recognition Ceremony. This
marked the largest graduating class in the Division’s history. This year’s celebration honored not only the extraordinary achievements of our students, but also the dedication of the faculty and staff whose mentorship helped shape each student’s academic journey.
We were especially honored to welcome Jarret Glasscock, PhD Founder and CEO of
Cofactor Genomics and an alumnus of the Division as this year’s speaker. In his remarks,
Dr. Glasscock encouraged graduates to embrace ambition and resilience as they move
into the next chapter of their careers:
My specialty did not define my career opportunities. As you venture into the world, remember your foundational training can go anywhere.”
The Division is immensely proud of the Class of 2026 and excited to see the bold,
innovative, and transformative ways our graduates will continue to shape science,
medicine, and the world around them.
