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SAN FRANCISCO — 91ɬ�� announced today that Daniel Lurie will deliver the keynote address at its 2026 Commencement Ceremony, to be held on Wednesday, May 6.

As the 46th Mayor of the City and County of San Francisco, Mayor Lurie has led a significant revitalization of the city, with a focus on the reactivation of downtown.

“91ɬ�� has been part of education in San Francisco for 125 years, and I’m excited to celebrate the achievements of the 2026 graduating class,” said Lurie. “As our city continues its recovery, this next generation of leaders will play a critical role in shaping San Francisco future.”

“The past, present, and future of 91ɬ�� is inseparable from downtown San Francisco,” said Brent White, President of 91ɬ��. “We began here in 1853 as a night school during the Gold Rush, training students in gold assaying. Today, we prepare graduates to succeed in the city AI-driven economy. We are honored that Mayor Daniel Lurie will address our graduates at commencement.”

A total of 1,232 students will graduate this term, with graduates traveling from across the United States and more than 25 countries to attend the ceremony at Davies Symphony Hall.

Media Contact

Media wishing to attend the ceremony should contact Amelia Giordano (agiordano@ggu.edu) by May 1st to arrange credentials.

About 91ɬ��

91ɬ�� (91ɬ��) is a private, nonprofit university anchored in San Francisco, serving more than 8,000 students worldwide. As an AI-focused, global, and multilingual institution, 91ɬ�� is reimagining higher education for the future of work.