The board of trustees also paid tribute to three members who are retiring.
The 2021 honorands were recognized for their extraordinary contributions to science, economics, education, history, literature and the arts.
The world needs "your spirit and enthusiasm," Annette Gordon-Reed '81 told the graduates.
President Hanlon's valedictory to the Class of 2021.
The president and the provost announced the news in a May 5 community email.
President Hanlon and Provost Helble provide the Dartmouth community with an update on the guest policy for Commencement 2021.
Campus organizers have set a number of details for this year's event.
Students studying away from campus will be allowed to attend virtually or in person.
Dartmouth announced its intent to host an in-person commencement celebration for Class of 2021 graduates, but family members and guests will attend virtually. This year's reunions will be all virtual.
Provost Helble spoke with President Hanlon about lessons learned from the pandemic.