Commencement
Commencement Weekend: May 22-23, 2026
We are excited to celebrate this special moment with graduates and their families!
Below are key details about the weekend's events and helpful information for seniors and their guests. Please refer to the Student Portal for all senior-specific updates and resources.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to the Office of Institutional Events.
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Weekend Events Schedule
- Baccalaureate Service
Friday, May 22 | 7 p.m.
Wynne Chapel, Clifford J. Grum Sanctuary - Senior Party
Friday, May 22 | 8 p.m.
Wright Campus Center, Mabee Hall (immediately following Baccalaureate) - Commencement Ceremony
Saturday, May 23 | 8:30 a.m.
Clyde L. Hall Graduation Court
Livestream available on YouTube and Facebook.
Parents,
Please make sure your student applies for graduation! Details for students can be found on the Student Portal. Other academic information can be found on the Registrar's page.
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Frequently Asked Questions
For Parents & Families
- What time should we arrive?
- Where Can I Park?
- Is parking available for guests with disabilities?
- Can we take photos during the ceremony?
- How long is the ceremony?
- Is there an indoor viewing location?
- What happens if it rains?
- Can we bring strollers or wheelchairs?
- Can we bring pets?
- Is there a place for photos after the ceremony?
- Are there accommodations nearby?
- What if we can’t attend the ceremony?
What time should we arrive?
Where Can I Park?
Is parking available for guests with disabilities?
Can we take photos during the ceremony?
How long is the ceremony?
Is there an indoor viewing location?
What happens if it rains?
Can we bring strollers or wheelchairs?
Can we bring pets?
Is there a place for photos after the ceremony?
Are there accommodations nearby?
What if we can’t attend the ceremony?
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Additional Event Dates
- March 24, 2026
- Commencement Fair | 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Wright Campus Center, Mabee Hall
- April 20-22, 2026
- Commencement Rain Ticket Pick-Up | 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Wright Campus Center, Pouch Club Lobby
- May 20, 2026
- Senior Picnic | 4 - 7 p.m. | Larry Kramer Outback
- May 22, 2026
- Baccalaureate Service | 7 p.m. | Wynne Chapel
Seniors arrive by 6:40 p.m. in caps and gowns - Senior Party | 8 p.m. | Wright Campus Center, Mabee Hall
- Baccalaureate Service | 7 p.m. | Wynne Chapel
- May 23, 2026
- Commencement Ceremony | 8:30 a.m. | Clyde L. Hall Graduation Court
Graduate Line-up starts at 7 a.m.
- Commencement Ceremony | 8:30 a.m. | Clyde L. Hall Graduation Court
