- Commencement
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Schedule of Events
- Grad Fair
- Cap & Gown Portrait Sessions
- Lavender Celebration
- After UP: Cap & Gown Pick up
- Teach Toss / Biz Friz Competition
- Honors Program Senior Lunch
- FGEN Pinning Ceremony
- SONHI Pinning Ceremony
- ROTC Commissioning Ceremony
- Graduate Student Ceremony
- Graduate School Reception
- Baccalaureate Mass
- Senior Toast
- Undergraduate Ceremony
- Undergraduate Student Information
- Graduate Student Information
- Guest Information
- For Faculty/Staff
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Accessibility Resources
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FAQ's
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Honorary Degrees
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Traditions
- Know Before You Go
- Future Commencement Dates
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Graduate School Reception
📅 Saturday, May 2, 2026, immediately following the Graduate School Ceremony
📍 Pilot House
What is the event?
The Graduate School Reception is a celebration of the achievements of graduate students. This post-ceremony gathering provides an opportunity for graduates, their families, and faculty to come together and recognize their hard work and success.
Who Can Participate?
This event is open to graduate school students, their families, friends, supporters and faculty.
How to Join?
No RSVP is required—graduates and guests are welcome to attend.

