Thank you to the entire Rush community for recognizing Rush University’s graduates at the 54th Commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 2, 2026.
Catch up with our streaming coverage of the 54th Rush University Commencement ceremony.
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Congratulations, Class of 2026! We are so honored to celebrate you and your tremendous achievements!
Meet your 2026 Commencement speakers
Ted Love, MD, has a long and distinguished career in the biopharmaceutical industry. He most recently served as president and CEO of Global Blood Therapeutics (GBT), a biotech company founded in 2011.
As a pioneer in the work to cure sickle cell disease, his commitment to a healthier future aligns with Rush and our mission of improving lives and bettering health outcomes.
“You can’t make yourself lucky, but you can make yourself well trained and well prepared."
"Be confident in what you think and know. Do not back down when you know the correct action to take."
"When everything else is hard and time consuming, what are the things you want to make sure happen every day?"
Congratulations on your achievement and welcome to the Rush alumni community. You are now part of a network of health care leaders, innovators and advocates making a difference around the world. Stay connected, explore resources and discover opportunities at rushu.rush.edu/alumni.