Schedule of Events

Thursday, April 24, 2025
8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Brandt Student Center, Ferrari Room

The Grad Fair is a one-stop shop for SU students who are eligible to participate in University Commencement 2025. Regalia packages will be available for pickup for those who ordered online by the March 17 deadline and selected “Pick up on campus” as the delivery option. Herff-Jones will be on-site to answer questions about graduation announcements, class rings, last-minute regalia ordering (for ship to home option), etc.

Soon-to-be SU graduates will be able to connect with representatives from various offices across campus, address last-minute graduation application questions with the Registrar’s Office, discuss student financial items with Student Financial Services, and explore services available to you from Career & Professional Development. Representatives from multiple SU graduate programs will also be available to answer any questions.

Questions about the Grad Fair? Contact commencement@xlhl.net.

Thursday, May 1, 2025
1 p.m.
Brandt Student Center, Ferrari Room

Thursday, May 22, 2025
4:30 – 5 p.m.
James R. Wilkins, Jr. Athletics & Events Center

Thursday, May 22, 2025
Immediately following Graduate Walkthrough (about 5 p.m.)
On the lawn of the Wilkins Athletics & Events Center
Questions? Contact Office of Alumni & Constituent Relations, alums@xlhl.net.

Friday, May 23, 2025
9 a.m.
James R. Wilkins, Jr. Athletics & Events Center

Date: Friday, May 23
Time: 11 a.m.
Location: Armstrong Concert Hall, free and open to the public

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 that 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. Members of administration, faculty, and staff in attendance will draw from many religious, secular, and spiritual backgrounds to greet and encourage graduates. As those who will forever be the descendants of the stars, celebrate the opportunity to treasure the moments that will matter for life. All are invited and encouraged to attend this important Shenandoah tradition. For more information, contact DeLyn Celec at spirituallife@xlhl.net.

Friday, May 23, 2025
1 p.m.
Ohrstrom-Bryant Theatre – Invitation-only event

Friday, May 23, 2025
2 p.m.
Halpin-Harrison Hall, Stimpson Auditorium – Invitation-only event

Friday, May 23, 2025
4 p.m.
Ohrstrom-Bryant Theatre – Invitation-only event

Date: TBA
Time: TBA
Location: TBA

Friday, May 23, 2025
7 p.m.
Armstrong Concert Hall

Friday, May 23, 2025
7 p.m.
Goodson Chapel

Saturday, May 24, 2025

8 a.m.
Graduate Check-in & Line-up
Shentel Stadium

8 a.m.
Gates open for guests
James R. Wilkins, Jr. Athletics & Events Center

10 a.m.
Shenandoah University Commencement Ceremony
James R. Wilkins, Jr. Athletics & Events Center – The procession begins promptly at 10:00 a.m.