Important Dates
Graduates should watch their emails for specific times and locations for the following Commencement events.
Wednesday, March 25
Grad Fair
11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Rice Commons, Student Center
The Grad Fair is the perfect opportunity to conveniently check things off a graduate’s to-do list! Grads who attend and fill out their grad fair “passport” can enter a drawing to win items like a free regalia, a coveted parking pass or special seating for two guests!
Wednesday, April 15
Commencement Guest Housing Reservations
Families and loved ones of the Class of 2026 are invited to reserve on-campus housing in McCandless Hall for Commencement weekend. To request a space, please complete the Commencement Guest Housing Reservation Form by April 15. Space is limited, and reservations will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Sunday, May 3
Senior Student Athlete Reception
4 p.m., The Fieldhouse, Angela Athletic & Wellness Center
Wednesday, May 13
Alumnae Association Champagne Brunch
11 a.m., Noble Family Dining Hall, Student Center
One of Saint Mary’s finest traditions, this event heralds the entry of the Class of 2026 into the Alumnae Association. There is no charge for graduates to attend but tickets must be picked up in advance. Parents and guests may purchase tickets for the event.
Friday, May 15
Hooding ceremonies will be posted once the schedule is finalized.
Nurses’ Hooding and Pinning Ceremony
For DNP, MSN, and BSN programs
10 a.m., O’Laughlin Auditorium
Reception to follow in O’Laughlin Lobby.
Kappa Gamma Pi Induction Ceremony
3:05-3:45 p.m., Little Theatre, Moreau Hall
This is an invitation only event.
Commencement Mass
4 p.m., Angela Athletic & Wellness Center
Graduates need to line up at 3:45 p.m. in The Fieldhouse.
Alumnae Legacy Family Reception
5:30-6:30 p.m., Stapleton Lounge, Le Mans Hall
This is an invitation only event.
Saturday, May 16
Commencement Brunch
8:30-12:30 p.m., Noble Family Dining Hall, Student Center
The Commencement Brunch will be held from 8:30-12:30 p.m. at the Noble Family Dining Hall and is available to graduates and their guests. Tickets are $12.00 for adults, $7.50 for kids 12 and under, and can be purchased at the door. The menu will feature made-to-order omelets, croissant breakfast sandwiches, smoothies, stuffed French toast, bacon, sausage links, scrambled eggs, gluten-free Quiche Lorraine as well as a variety of pastries and cereals. There will also be coffee, tea, and other beverages available.
Commencement Ceremony
11 a.m., Graduates assemble in Angela Athletic & Wellness Complex
Noon, Ceremony begins, outdoor courtyard, Le Mans Green
Rain location: Angela Athletic & Wellness Complex
Tickets required.
Sunday, May 17
Mass
10:30 a.m., Church of Our Lady of Loretto
Graduating Seniors Residing on Campus
All graduating seniors must check out of their residence hall by 2 p.m. on Sunday.