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Fall 2024 Commencement
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Preparing for Commencement Day
Caps, Gowns and Hoods
Bachelor's degree students are required to wear a cap and gown. Master's degree students are required to wear a tam, hood and gown. (Note: Nursing graduates will receive their regalia through their department.)
Purchase Regalia
You can place your order for regalia in person at the Bookstore or online. Orders must be placed by Friday, December 6.
Pick Up Regalia
Those who order their regalia through the Bookstore, will receive an order confirmation email and an "order ready for pick up” email when your order is ready. The Bookstore order pick-up location is the lower level of Strosacker Hall. The deadline for pick up is before 4 p.m. on Friday, December 13. View Bookstore hours. Call the Bookstore at (440) 826-2205 with any questions.
Tickets
Tickets will NOT be required for guests at any of the fall 2024 commencement day events.
YJ4L Senior Send-Off
As your college journey comes to an end, the BW Alumni Association wants to celebrate your accomplishments, honor your hard work, and be a resource for you as you transition to your exciting new chapter.
Plan to attend the YJ4L Senior Send-Off on Thursday, December 5 from 4-6 p.m. in the Student Activities Center (SAC).
Don’t miss the fun — register now.
Baccalaureate Service
10:00 a.m., Lindsay-Crossman Chapel, 56 Seminary St., Berea
Baccalaureate is a non-denominational service that gives thanks for the achievements of the graduates, celebrates the completion of their academic careers, and asks for God's blessings on their futures. Rev. C.J. Harkness will preside. Faculty and student leaders will conduct the ceremony. All students and families are invited to attend.
President's Reception
11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Strosacker Hall Ballroom, 125 Tressel St., Berea
The President's Reception welcomes all graduates and their families and guests to celebrate their achievements together. This informal event features light refreshments. Formal dress is not required, and reservations are not necessary. Caps and gowns are not worn at this time. (Individual academic departments may host receptions for graduating students and parents. Contact departments directly for information.)
Conferring of Degrees Ceremony
2:00 p.m., Ursprung Gymnasium, Lou Higgins Recreation Center, 136 E. Bagley Rd., Berea (Doors open at 12:30 p.m.)
The conferring of degrees ceremony for students receiving a master's degree and students receiving a bachelor's degree will be held at 2:00 p.m.
• For more information, please visit https://www.bw.edu/commencement/.
Hosted By
Co-hosted with: Baldwin Wallace University, Events and Conference Services, Interfraternity Council, Registration and Records, Dining Services, Academic Advising, Academic Affairs, Center for Academic Success and Achievement (CASA), Libraries, Residence Life and Housing, Strosacker Hall (Student Union), Center for Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement, LGBTQ+ Services, Brain Center for Community Engagement, Lou Higgins Campus Recreation Center, One Stop, Student Affairs, Fraternity & Sorority Life, Weekends at BW, Office of Spiritual Life, BW Scholarships, Graduate Studies, Commencement Resources (OWNER), Parent & Family Programs (PFP)
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