87th Annual Commencement Ceremony

LIM's 2026 Commencement ceremony took place on Sunday, May 17 at David Geffen Hall, Lincoln Center.

Learn about the day's special guests and honorees here!

2026 Commencement ceremony Watch the recording of our 87th annual Commencement ceremony.
Watch the recording of our 87th annual Commencement ceremony.

2026 Commencement Speaker

Keynote speaker Elyce Arons is the Co-Founder and CEO of Frances Valentine as well as a Co-Founder of the Kate Spade brand.

At the Commencement ceremony, Arons also received an honorary Doctor of Commercial Science degree in recognition of her vast accomplishments in the business of fashion.

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Elyce Arons

People gathered on a lawn in front of the city skyline.

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