In his Baccalaureate address June 1, Paul Farmer, the founding director of the international charity Partners in Health, asked the Princeton graduating class of 2008 to do nothing less than change the world, urging them to ignite a broad social movement that would bring peace, health and justice to humanity.

Photo: John Jameson (2008)

The occasion was accented by people twirling colorful kites on poles, organ, timpani and choral performances.

Photo: John Jameson (2008)

Members of the class of 2008, framed by this stained glass window bearing the University shield, processed through the courtyard at East Pyne.

Photo: John Jameson (2008)

Seniors approached the University Chapel for the Baccalaureate service, an interfaith worship service that is one of Princeton's oldest traditions.

Photo: John Jameson (2008)

Seniors filled the chapel for the Baccalaureate service. The earliest recorded Baccalaureate address -- titled "Religion and the Public Spirit" -- was delivered by President Samuel Davies in 1760 to the 11 members of the graduating class.

Photo: John Jameson (2008)

Seniors shared one of their last days as Princeton students as they participated in the Baccalaureate service.

Photo: John Jameson (2008)

Suzanne Levy was one of several seniors who read during the service, which included prayers and readings from various religious and philosophical traditions.

Photo: John Jameson (2008)

Senior Gabriel Ivey and his family captured the occasion in pictures following the ceremony.

Photo: John Jameson (2008)