Photo of students at Commencement waiting for their turn to cross the stage

Commencement 2025

The 2025 Commencement Ceremony will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at the Gaetano M. Cecchini Family Health and Wellness Complex. Be sure to check back regularly for the latest updates, important reminders, and everything you need to make your graduation day unforgettable!

Commencement Schedule: Saturday, May 3, 2025

Morning Ceremony

The Byers School of Nursing and the School of Behavioral and Health Sciences

7:00 AM – Doors Open, Cecchini Center

8:00 AM – Toast to the Tassel, for 2025 Graduates and Faculty

8:30 AM – Commencement Processional Begins, Alumni Arena

Baccalaureate Holy Mass

12:30–1:30 PM – Our Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel

Afternoon Ceremony

The DeVille School of Business and the School of Arts, Sciences, and Education

1:15 PM – Doors Open, Cecchini Center

2:15 PM – Toast to the Tassel, for 2025 Graduates and Faculty

2:45 PM – Commencement Processional Begins, Alumni Arena

Cavs Fest

Immediately following each ceremony

Take photos, enjoy light refreshments, and collect a free gift from the Alumni Association, Lot M outside of Cecchini Center

Commencement Regalia Update

Students can now order their academic regalia!

If you have any questions, please reach out to the Walsh Bookstore by emailing [email protected] or calling 330.490.7361.

Order Your Regalia

Office of the Registrar – Graduation Information