At North Central College’s 152nd Commencement June 10, 694 students were awarded bachelor’s degrees and 117 received master’s degrees to the cheers of thousands of family, friends and faculty. The Class of 2017 now joins a network of more than 27,000 North Central alumni worldwide.

Dennis Gage, an entrepreneur, scientist, musician and producer, will be the commencement speaker at North Central College’s 152nd Commencement June 10 and receive an honorary doctor of humane letters degree.