Commencement 2025
For Students
Saturday, May 17, 2025, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
The ceremony will convene - rain or shine - for approximately two hours. Afterwards, there will be refreshments.
For maximum comfort, please consider:
- Bringing an umbrella and/or poncho in the event of rain.
- Bobby pins for your cap.
- A safety pin for your hood.
- Bringing a water bottle (bottle filling stations will be available).
Parking: Park in any available campus parking and walk to the courtyard between Farnsworth and Smith for line up.
Line Up: Please arrive by 9 a.m. and line up in the area. There will be signs designated for your school.
- Bring your cap, hood, and gown, any cords or stoles earned.
- Volunteers will be available to help you with your regalia.
- Name cards will be available at line up.
Caps and gowns are available to purchase at The Bookstore up to commencement day. The Bookstore also carries the following cords:
- Veterinary Honor Society
- Veterinary Science Peer Mentors
- Nursing Honors
- Honors