Hats off to the UCLA grads!

A student cheers during commencement ceremonies at the Pauley Pavilion in Westwood Plaza.

A student cheers during commencement ceremonies at the Pauley Pavilion in Westwood Plaza.

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June 10, 2016 7:45 PM PT

More than 5,000 UCLA seniors celebrated their graduation Friday with commencement ceremonies for the College of Letters and Science at the Pauley Pavilion in Westwood Plaza.

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A UCLA student celebrates with a classmate during the graduation ceremony.

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UCLA graduates show their spirit.

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A graduate decorates her mortarboard with an eye toward future employment.

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A graduate waves during the ceremony.

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Elliot Yancy, left, cries as Danielle Kalynycz gives her a hug.

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