PhD Convocation
The Ph.D. convocation is a joyous celebration that marks the culmination of years of dedicated
research and academic
achievement by the graduate student. It is a celebration not only of the individual
accomplishments of the Ph.D.
graduates but also a recognition of the guidance and mentorship provided by their mentors.
Date: Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Time: 12 noon – 1:30 pm
Location: Lubin Dining Hall
Welcome
Victoria Freedman, Ph.D.
Associate Dean for Graduate Programs
Graduate Division of Biomedical Sciences
Greetings from the Dean
Yaron Tomer, M.D.
The Marilyn & Stanley M. Katz Dean
Keynote Speaker
Dr. Anne R. Bresnick
Professor, Department of Molecular Pharmacology
Professor, Department of Biochemistry
Associate Dean for Postdoctoral Affairs
Director, Belfer Institute for Advanced Biomedical Studies
Associate Director, Cancer Research Training and Education,
Montefiore Einstein Comprehensive Cancer Center
A Celebration of our Ph.D. Graduates and their Mentors
with a Special Video Tribute
A Toast to the Graduates!
Dr. Myles Akabas
Director, Medical Scientist Training Program
Professor of Neuroscience and Medicine