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The week in photos: May 7-13

A look back at some of the best photos from events and locations across campus captured by University Communications from May 7-13, 2022.

Graduate LaDyra Lyte received a surprise visit from her brother, LaDaryl, during commencement. — Graduate LaDyra Lyte received a surprise visit from her brother, LaDaryl, during commencement on Saturday, May 7.

Watch video of the Lyte family's heartwarming commencement moment on Facebook and TikTok.

CMU graduates pose for a photo during commencement. — More than 2,500 spring graduates received their diplomas during the commencement ceremonies held May 6-7.

The CMU seal blends in with the colors of the surrounding flowers and trees.

Flowers are in bloom near the Bovee University Center.

The sun peeks through over Warriner Hall.

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