Commencement Speakers
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Celebrate the Class of 2020, May &
December Graduates
Make plans to attend the rescheduled celebration on Sunday, May 30, 2021.
Watch a video with special congratulations messages to the Class of 2020
Celebrate the Class of 2021, May Graduates
Make plans for Washington University’s 160th Commencement celebration, May 20-21, 2021.
Submit your congratulations message for the Class of 2021
Guest tickets for the Commencement ceremonies are non-transferable.
Recent Communications
Commencement Graduate Confirmation
Graduates, please check your email for your specific ceremony date, time, and parking information. RegaliaRegalia will be available for pickup starting on Monday, May 17 through Wednesday, May 19 from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. at the Mudd Field study tent on the Danforth Campus. Graduates also may pickup regalia on the day of their […]
Class of 2021: Commencement video and brief reminders
Good afternoon, Class of 2021 graduates, We are so excited to celebrate you and all of your incredible accomplishments! Please click below for a message from Rob Wild, interim vice chancellor for student affairs, and Michelle Gelven, director of Commencement.
Class of 2020: Commencement video and brief reminders
Good afternoon, Class of 2020 graduates, We are so excited to welcome you back to the Danforth Campus to celebrate you and all of your incredible accomplishments! Please click below for a message from Rob Wild, interim vice chancellor for student affairs, and Michelle Gelven, director of Commencement.
Photography Sessions
Registration for professional photography appointments are now open and scheduling links were sent to graduates via email. Appointments are available for 3-minute, complimentary photo slots: Thursday, May 20 (must be scheduled by 11:59 p.m. CDT on Thursday, April 29) Friday, May 21 (must be scheduled by 11:59 p.m. CDT on Thursday, April 29) Sunday, May 30 (must be scheduled […]
Class of 2020: Important details for participating in-person at Commencement
Good afternoon, Class of 2020 graduates, We are very excited to welcome you back to celebrate you and all of your accomplishments during your in-person Commencement ceremonies in May. As you know, Washington University is continuing to practice a variety of protocols to ensure everyone remains safe. In addition, we ask that you adhere to the following […]
Questions?
Our FAQ page for the May ceremonies covers a variety of commonly asked questions.