The Chautauqua Literary and Scientific Circle Class of 2025, the Connection Seekers. DAVE MUNCH/PHOTO EDITOR
Gatekeeper Bijou Clinger hoists the key to the golden gates of knowledge above her head during the Recognition Day Ceremony Wednesday in the Hall of Philosophy. JOSEPH CIEMBRONIEWICZ/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
Graduates of the CLSC Class of 2025 are cheered on as the Parade of Classes concludes Wednesday outside the Amphitheater. JOSEPH CIEMBRONIEWICZ/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
Chautauqua Institution Interim Chief Executive Kyle Keogh, left, and Emily and Richard Smucker Chair for Education Jordan Steves assist soon-to-be CLSC graduate Jane Haenle up the steps and through the gates of knowledge. JOSEPH CIEMBRONIEWICZ/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
Historic CLSC banners are displayed in the Hall of Philosophy. JOSEPH CIEMBRONIEWICZ/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
CLSC Class of 2025 graduate Gary Glover receives his diploma from Managing Director of Literary Arts Stephine Hunt. JOSEPH CIEMBRONIEWICZ/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
CLSC Class of 2025 graduate Julia Weber receives her diploma. JOSEPH CIEMBRONIEWICZ/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
Susie Anderson shakes Interim Chief Executive Kyle Keogh’s hand as she prepares to receive her diploma. JOSEPH CIEMBRONIEWICZ/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
Michael I. Rudell Artistic Director of Literary Arts and Writer in Residence Kwame Alexander addresses the Chautauqua Literary and Scientific Circle graduating class. JOSEPH CIEMBRONIEWICZ/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
Susie Anderson leads her classmates through the golden gates. JOSEPH CIEMBRONIEWICZ/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
Gatekeepers Bijou Clinger, left, and Deb Blodgett prepare to open the golden gates of knowledge. Clinger and Blodgett, representing Ida Tarbell and Kate Kimball, are the first women to act as gatekeepers in the nearly-150 year history of the CLSC. JOSEPH CIEMBRONIEWICZ/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
Scott Bassen takes a selfie as he queues in line with fellow graduates. JOSEPH CIEMBRONIEWICZ/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
Dan Nathan reads as the CLSC Parade of Classes passes by. JOSEPH CIEMBRONIEWICZ/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
Margie Muldoon processes into the Hall of Philosophy after passing through the golden gates. DAVE MUNCH/PHOTO EDITOR
The Chautauqua Literary and Scientific Circle class of 2025 react as their class banner is unveiled by Managing Director of Literary Arts Stephine Hunt. DAVE MUNCH/PHOTO EDITOR
Deb Blodgett, gatekeeper and messenger in the role of Ida Tarbell, reacts while talking with Stuart Blersch. DAVE MUNCH/PHOTO EDITOR
Chautauqua Literary and Scientific Circle Class of 2000 graduate Karen Paul waves to onlookers as she walks with her mothers' 1992 class in the Recognition Day Alumni Parade. DAVE MUNCH/PHOTO EDITOR
Chautauqua Literary and Scientific Circle Class of 2000 graduates Mary Giegengack-Jureller and Pat Brown walk with their class through Odland Plaza in the Alumni Parade. DAVE MUNCH/PHOTO EDITOR
The Chautauqua Literary and Scientific Circle Class of 2025, the Connection Seekers. DAVE MUNCH/PHOTO EDITOR
