Photos: Stanford University holds their 134th commencement on Sunday

Nearly 33,000 people attended Stanford University’s 134th commencement at Stanford Stadium on Sunday.

There were 5,271 graduates, the youngest was 18 and the oldest was 67. International undergraduates spanned a range of 90 countries, and advanced degree students came from 119 countries.

Katie Ledecky, the most decorated U.S. female Olympian of all time, and a record-setting former student-athlete was the keynote speaker. She graduated from Stanford in 2020 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology and a minor in political science.

“Katie’s story reflects the spirit of Stanford. As a scholar, an athlete, a teammate, and a trailblazer, she models the power of staying curious and collaborative in pursuit of excellence,” Stanford President Jonathan Levin said. “Her accomplishments in the pool and beyond are a testament to her extraordinary drive and determination. She is an ideal speaker to encourage our graduates to redefine what is possible.”