2025 Commencement Program Commencement 2025 Live Stream 2025 Graduate Fact Sheet
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Class of 2025 Commencement Schedule
The Graduation Committee has set the dates, times, and locations for the events honoring graduates of the Class of 2025 as follows:
MAY 7-8
Cap & Gown Distribution
Mandatory for all graduates attending commencement and/or hooding ceremonies. Students may not pick up caps and gowns before the distribution date.
- Wednesday - 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, O'Connell Hall Lobby/Purple Conference Room
- Thursday - 9:00 am - 11:00 am, O'Connell Hall Lobby/Purple Conference Room
Students’ academic regalia and line-up numbers have been ordered and will be provided. At this time, students will pick up Wellness Center records. TWO Baccalaureate tickets will also be provided during pick-up.
Students will not be allowed to pick up any of these items until they have:
- Submitted the first destination survey (available April 11)
- Completed the Financial Aid loan exit interview (for student loan borrowers)
- Cleared all Business Office holds (account balances, Wellness Center charges, library fines)
- Cleared all Student Life holds (parking tickets & other fines)
MAY 8
Eagle Feather Ceremony - CANCELED
It is with deep respect and sincere regret that we inform you the college will be unable to hold the Eagle Feather Ceremony originally scheduled for Thursday, May 8. Due to unforeseen circumstances beyond the college's control, we are not able to proceed with the ceremony in a way that appropriately honors its cultural and spiritual significance. We understand how important the Eagle Feather Ceremony is for many of you, your families, and your communities. Please know that this decision was not made lightly. We honor the sacred meaning of receiving and wearing an eagle feather, and we deeply respect the traditions that surround this practice.
MAY 9
Graduation Rehearsal
Friday, May 9, 1:00 p.m., Nelson Stadium
Rehearsal is mandatory for all graduates! Learn all the details for graduation day and practice lining up and walking across the stage -- be sure to bring your name card with your line-up number. You will receive this at cap and gown pickup.
President's Toast to the Class of 2025
Friday, May 9, 2:30 p.m., Plaza between Hunthausen Activity Center & PE Center
Join your classmates, family, and friends for the President's Toast to the Class of 2025. The President will offer a few remarks, and you will be officially welcomed as Carroll College Alumni.
ROTC Commissioning
Friday, May 9, 3:00 p.m. in the Capitol Rotunda
Nursing Recognition and Pinning Ceremony
Friday, May 9, 3:30 p.m., Nelson Stadium
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MSW Hooding Ceremony
Friday, May 9, 3:30 p.m., Lower Campus Center
Education Pinning Ceremony
Friday, May 9, 4:00 p.m., Trinity Lounge
Golden Grads
Friday, May 9, Cocktails: 5:30 p.m., Dinner, 6:30 p.m., Upper Campus Center
MAY 10
Graduation and Friends Brunch
Saturday, May 10, 2025, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Campus Center STAC Dining Hall
Join us for a memorable brunch to celebrate this special milestone! We're serving up a delicious spread to honor our graduates, and we’d love for you to be there to share in the joy. Graduates, non-graduates, families, and friends welcome! Fill out the brunch interest form
Baccalaureate Mass
Saturday, May 10, 2025, 9:30 a.m., Cathedral of Saint Helena
Come together for a special Mass honoring the Class of 2025. All graduates are invited and encouraged to attend. A maximum of two guests per graduate attending Mass at the Cathedral are allowed – tickets are available at cap and gown pickup. Additional family members and other guests will be able to join via live stream. Graduates will assemble by 9:00 a.m. outside the Cathedral. Class photo will be taken after Mass.
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115th Commencement Ceremony
Saturday, May 10, 2025, 1:00 p.m., Nelson Stadium
The graduates of the Class of 2025 will be front and center at the 115th Commencement Ceremony! Commencement will be held outdoors, rain or shine. Unlimited guests allowed per graduate for the outdoor ceremony. Stadium doors will open for seating at 12:00 p.m. Graduates will assemble by 12:30 p.m. on the field near Guadalupe Hall.
Commencement 2025 Live Stream