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Graduates signed up to walk in the 2025 commencement ceremony have a walkthrough on Thursday, May 22, at 4:30 p.m. in the James R. Wilkins, Jr. Athletics and Events Center. Grad Bash starts immediately following the walkthrough. For more information about commencement, visit su.edu/commencement or contact commencement@su.edu.
Celebrate your graduation on Thursday, May 22 at Grad Bash! Immediately following the graduate walkthrough (about 5 p.m.), enjoy free music, food, drinks and games at the lawn adjacent to the James R. Wilkins, Jr. Athletics & Events Center. 2025 graduates will also receive two free drink tickets (cash bar also available) and those who pre-register will be entered into a raffle for a chance to win a diploma frame! This event is free for all. Registration will be available in April. Contact alums@su.edu if you have any questions!
All student clubs and organizations, both new and existing, must register for the 2025-26 academic year by May 23 to remain active and recognized by the university. Registration allows your group to access campus resources, reserve space, receive funding, and participate in official events. Organizations need to have: A club name A brief description At least three student officers A faculty or staff adviser A club constitution A promotional poster Register using this Google Form. If you have any questions, email autumn.pryor@su.edu.
The Bernard J. Dunn School of Pharmacy Hooding Ceremony is on Friday, May 23 at 9 a.m. in the James R. Wilkins, Jr. Athletics and Events Center. For more information about commencement, visit su.edu/commencement or contact commencement@su.edu.
Graduating seniors are invited to a special ceremonial toast on Friday, May 23, at 10 a.m. in Halpin-Harrison Hall, Stimpson Auditorium. Join the faculty and staff and your fellow graduates of the School of Business, where we will raise a glass to celebrate your accomplishments. No RSVP required.
Baccalaureate is a time to gather in community with loved ones to pause and reflect during the whirlwind that is graduation on Friday, May 23, at 11 a.m. in Armstrong Concert Hall and on Zoom. The baccalaureate tradition comes from Christianity, but — in Shenandoah fashion — extends far beyond to include many religious, secular, and spiritual identities. The service features student leaders offering their gifts, talents, and skills to highlight moments, big and small, that made their time at SU meaningful and impactful while their community cheers them on. As those who will forever be the descendants of theRead More...
The Eleanor Wade Custer School of Nursing Pinning and Hooding Ceremony is on Friday, May 23 at 1 p.m. in Ohrstrom-Bryant Theatre. This is an invitation-only event. For more information about commencement, visit su.edu/commencement or contact commencement@su.edu.
The School of Business Awards and Hooding Ceremony is on Friday, May 23 at 2 p.m. in Stimpson Auditorium at Halpin-Harrison Hall. This is an invitation-only event. For more information about commencement, visit su.edu/commencement or contact commencement@su.edu.
The Health Professions Hooding and Recognition Ceremony is on Friday, May 23 at 4 p.m. in Ohrstrom-Bryant Theatre. This ceremony will include OTD, OTD-PP, PH, DMS, and MSOT-Weekend graduates. This is an invitation-only event. For more information about commencement, visit su.edu/commencement or contact commencement@su.edu.
The Shenandoah Conservatory Honors Recital, Awards Ceremony and Graduate Hooding is on Friday, May 23 at 7 p.m. in Armstrong Concert Hall. For more information about commencement, visit su.edu/commencement or contact commencement@su.edu.