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Southern University Commencement

Southern University Commencement

Spring 2026 Commencement 

 

We are honored to celebrate the achievements of our undergraduate and graduate classes, and invite you to join us in recognizing this important milestone.

This site provides access to official commencement programs, ceremony details, schedules, and other important information related to the Spring 2026 commencement exercises.

 

Graduate Ceremony

Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 2:00 p.m.
F. G. Clark Activity Center

 

Undergraduate Ceremony

Friday, May 15, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.
F. G. Clark Activity Center

 

No tickets are required to attend the ceremonies.

Public parrking is available at the F.G. Clark Activity Center.

The venue's CLEAR BAG POLICY will be strictly enforced.

 

Rehearsals

Undergraduate Commencement Rehearsal will be held on Wednesday, May 13 at 10 a.m. in the F. G. Clark Activity Center. Candidates should arrive by 9 a.m. to complete Exit Surveys. 

The Graduate School Commencement Rehearsal will be held on Wednesday, May 13 at 2 p.m. in the F. G. Clark Activity Center.  Graduate Candidates should arrive by 1:00 P.M. to complete Exit Surveys. 

All degree candidates must attend rehearsal.