Great grad garb: Commencement fashions and more

With more than 650 similarly clad grads taking over the Kress Events Center May 18, many soon-to-be alumni were eager to showcase their individuality through dress. From customized caps to sparkly shoes and special sashes, they showed their stuff before a packed commencement house. Our gallery below has a look at their fashions, along with other highlights of a picture-perfect graduation day.

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Photos by Veronica Wierer and Holly Williams