It’s Commencement Day 2026 For MIT Students

At MIT’s 2026 commencement, President Sally Kornbluth spoke to graduating students.

She emphasized MIT’s culture of excellence, curiosity, merit-based standards, and integrity.

Her remarks urged graduates to carry scientific curiosity into their careers with ethical responsibility.

The speech framed graduation as a reminder of MIT’s core values as students enter science, tech, and other fields.