Yesterday, we conferred degrees to 659 graduates who embody the aspiration that skilled leadership and smart public policy can improve people’s lives. We’re so proud what they have accomplished to date and are excited to see how they carry HKS’s mission of public service around the world.
Learn more about our outstanding 2024 graduates.
Thinking strategically while keeping his eyes to the skies
Brian Goodman MC/MPA 2024 lives out the U.S. Space Force motto, keeping his eyes trained “Semper Supra,” or “Always Above,” to protect and defend.
Acting on opportunities to break barriers, one at a time
Ananya Chhaochharia MPP 2024 uses her determination and HKS experience to break down barriers for women in India.
Making the most of community
Adebayo Alonge MC/MPA 2024 has built a career keeping fake medications out of Africa. Now he wants to invest in its future.
Bridging the private and public sectors to improve the lives of the most vulnerable
Chetan Aggarwal MPA 2024 wants to make a difference in India, his home country, and improve digital literacy at the grassroots level.
Highlighting service delivery’s role in promoting democracy
By taking a new approach to its digital service delivery methods, Maya Alper MPP 2024 believes that Boston can harness democratic innovations to help heal the wounds left by the city’s legacy of racism and disinvestment.
Bringing an economics perspective to climate change and development challenges
Vincent Chen MPA/ID 2024 is passionate about working at the intersection of business and climate action.
Preserving and honoring Uyghur culture
Activist and human rights advocate Sayid Abdull MC/MPA 2024 is focused on preserving Uyghur culture through policymaking and storytelling.
Solving global health disparities through medicine and international development
Bharath Ram MPA/ID 2024 wants to use his degrees in medicine and international development to reduce global health disparities in an affordable and sustainable way.
Building an analytical toolkit through the lens of economics and finance
Natalie Baker MPA 2024 came to HKS with a plan to develop her skills in economics and public policy. Her experience proved to be more impactful than she could have ever anticipated.
Sights and scenes from Commencement
