Photo gallery: Fall 2024 Commencement

Nearly 1,000 `Runners celebrated their graduation from California State University, Bakersfield during the university's fall commencement ceremonies on Friday, Dec. 14, at the Mechanics Bank Arena.

These graduates join an accomplished group of more than 65,000 CSUB alumni, of which over 60% remain in the Kern County region after graduation to live, work and give back to the community.

Here are some of the top photos from Friday's ceremonies.