Western Washington University class of 2014 graduates

Thousands of Western Washington University students and their supporters flocked to campus Saturday, June 14, to receive their hard-earned degrees.

Amidst a sea of smartphones quickly snapping selfies and blurry memories to reminisce over later, the excited graduates were prompted by their commencement speakers to ponder what their next steps would be once they walked out the doors of Carver Gymnasium, diplomas in hand.