Marvelous Matador Mortarboards, 2023!

A graduate sports a fabulous, feathery creation as she crosses the stage at the ceremony for the College of Humanities and College of Health and Human Development, May 21, 2023. Photo by David J. Hawkins.

Inspirational quotes were a popular choice on Class of 2023 mortarboards. Photo by David J. Hawkins.

This grad opts for pearls, posies and pops of spring color. Photo by Sonia Gurrola.

A Matador poses a worthy question as they head off to their exciting future. Photo by David J. Hawkins.

This beautiful mortarboard features a heartfelt message. Photo by David J. Hawkins.

One grad spoofs the Pixar childhood classic, "Toy Story." Photo by David J. Hawkins.

Many of the 2023 grads' mortarboards carried messages for family members. In Spanish, this one pays tribute: "For my family and my grandpa in heaven." Photo by Bryan Rodgers.

Eyes on the path ahead for this Matador from the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, on May 20, 2023. Photo by Bryan Rodgers.

This Matador wears a sweet message of gratitude, in Spanish: "I owe this achievement to you, and I share it with you. Thank you, Mom and Dad." Photo by Bryan Rodgers.

Another loving message: "When you see me fly, remember that you painted my wings. For my parents, for their effort and support." Photo by Bryan Rodgers.

Some masterful creations by these Matadors graduating with Master of Social Work degrees. Photo by Lee Choo.

A graduate looks to the stars and the moon for inspiration. Photo by Bryan Rodgers.

A member of the Class of 2023 honors her ancestors with a family photo. Photo by Lee Choo.

Pride! Congratulations, Matadors! Photo by Bryan Rodgers.

Commencement at CSUN is not only a time of pride and joy but also a time to unleash creativity! Clever quotes, expressions of love and gratitude or beautifully rendered artwork — for Matador grads, a mortarboard is a blank canvas awaiting inspiration and flair. Check out some photo highlights of our brilliantly bedazzled graduates. Clearly, there were a number of glue-gun experts in the Class of 2023.

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