Students will receive detailed marching instructions and a finalized schedule of events for Saturday morning. Participation is mandatory and will assure that your Commencement Ceremony will run smoothly.  

Students will be able to pick up their regalia (caps and gowns) for Saturday morning. Regalia for the Commencement Ceremony will be organized in alphabetical order. Please do not send anyone to pick up regalia on your behalf.  

Graduates can sign up for professional, formal photos in regalia. There are a few open spots left for formal graduation photos. Please click this link to sign up. A fee of $25 is due at the time of your appointment. Questions can be directed to the Commencement Coordinator, below, or email Courtney Potter […]

VLGS Commencement 2023 Honorary Degree Lectures

The celebration of awards and the upcoming Commencement pomp and circumstance continues at this Commencement Soiree. Free and open to graduates and their families immediately following the Awards Ceremony.  

Graduates should gather in their regalia for class photos on the library steps. Please be prompt so we have sufficient time to get the processional in order.  

Immediately following the class photos, members of the Registrar's Office and the Dean's Office will line students up in marching order for procession to the Commencement tent.  

Family and friends are invited to join graduates at this open reception. Enjoy food and champagne as you celebrate all your accomplishments and your special day.