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Information About Commencement

Students, as you prepare to celebrate the culminations of your achievements over your last four years at Ӱ̳, please refer to the information here as your one-stop-shop for all information relevant to this special day.

 

 

Schedule of Events

Friday, May 16, 2025
11:00 a.m.
ROTC Commissioning Ceremony
Dolan Center for Science and Technology, Atrium

 

Saturday, May 17, 2025
11:00 a.m.
Graduate Commencement
Hamlin Quad

 

Saturday, May 17, 2025
4:30 p.m.
Baccalaureate Mass
Hamlin Quad

 

Sunday, May 18, 2025
11:00 a.m.
Undergraduate Commencement
Hamlin Quad 

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female student walking across commencement stage

Commencement Weekend Festivities

At Commencement, there will be an opportunity to purchase food and beverages, as well as make purchases from the University Bookstore. Families are encouraged to book hotels for commencement as early as possible. A list of recommended hotels is available here.

Commencement Awards & Traditions

As part of the Ӱ̳ tradition, we offer many unique opportunities to our graduating seniors.

beaudry award winner 2023

Beaudry Award

In honor of Robert Beaudry ’50, the Beaudry Award is given each year at graduation to a student voted most deserving of the honor by their peers. The award recognizes outstanding service in four areas:

  • Academic achievement
  • Leadership
  • Service to Ӱ̳ and/or the greater community
  • Christian life

The Beaudry Award is the only student award given at graduation, with nominations held during the spring semester. Any student, faculty, administrator, or staff may nominate a graduating senior.

Contact Campus Ministry at 216.397.4717 for more information.

Millor Orator 2023

Millor Orator

In honor of the late Rev. William J. Millor, S.J. who served the university in a variety of posts over 28 years, representatives of the Senior Class each year designate a member of the graduating class to make a presentation at the annual commencement.

rotc commissioning ceremony

ROTC Commissioning Ceremony

Contact the Military Science Office at 216.397.4421 for details and further information.

Baccalaureate mass 2023

Baccalaureate Mass

The Baccalaureate Mass will take place at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 17, 2025 on Hamlin Quad. Recognizing that St. Francis Chapel is a very special place on campus for many of our graduates, the chapel will be open for reflection throughout the weekend.

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