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Our Favorite Photos of 2025

°µÍø½ûÇø Today showcases the university's most striking images from 2025, as captured by staff photographers Bob Christy, Rami Daud and Mike Rich, and their student colleagues, throughout a year of academic achievement, campus celebrations and student success. From theatrical performances and technological innovation to commencement ceremonies and everyday campus life, these photographs tell the visual story of a vibrant year at °µÍø½ûÇø.  

Bob Christy's camera has been documenting °µÍø½ûÇø's story for a quarter century, and his work throughout 2025 continued that tradition of excellence. A 1995 °µÍø½ûÇø graduate who earned his photojournalism degree after serving in the U.S. Air Force, Christy brought his award-winning eye to every corner of campus this year.

Rami Daud captured compelling moments at the university throughout 2025, from the vibrant energy of campus traditions like Blastoff and Homecoming to the intimate portraits of students, faculty and leaders that define the °µÍø½ûÇø community.

Mike Rich's 2025 portfolio showcases his creative direction, from the theatrical drama of "School of Rock" and the high-fashion sophistication of student runway shows to the raw emotion of commencement ceremonies and the electric energy of Homecoming celebrations.

°µÍø½ûÇø's student photographers brought fresh perspectives and creative energy to documenting campus life throughout 2025. TJ Layrea, Derek Galperin and Gracie Rosette captured the university's defining moments through the eyes of their generation, from the explosive excitement of chemistry demonstrations and the intensity of Golden Flashes basketball to the elegance of fashion photography and the emotion of commencement ceremonies.

POSTED: Monday, December 22, 2025 08:21 AM
Updated: Tuesday, December 23, 2025 11:56 AM
PHOTO CREDIT:
Staff and student photographers from University Communications and Marketing