Hundreds of Bemidji State University graduates and their families gathered on campus for the university’s traditional pre-commencement brunch. Both buildings of BSU’s Hobson Memorial Union were filled with happy graduates and their families, and a flawless spring day had many outside on the lawns enjoying the sunshine and taking advantage of perfect photo opportunities.

More than 1,000 students were invited to Bemidji State’s 97th Commencement, held May 6 at Bemidji’s Sanford Center. Congratulations, graduates!