May 2023 Commencement
Commencement is the single most important event at Duquesne University, not only for our students, but for the campus at large. It is a time to celebrate your accomplishments and to revel in the camaraderie of your fellow classmates. It is also a very special time for family and friends, as they look forward to this opportunity to show their pride and celebrate you.
We look forward to recognizing our graduates at our Spring Commencement Ceremony. The Baccalaureate Mass will begin at 8:30 am followed by the Commencement Ceremonies as indicated.
RSVP Now Available
Please know that School of Pharmacy and the Thomas R. Kline School of Law will provide RSVP instructions directly to their students. Students from all other schools can use the above RSVP link.
Schedule of Commencement Events:
Doors will open approximately one hour prior to the beginning of each ceremony. For events scheduled in the UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse, students should report to the Auxiliary Gym 45 minutes prior to their ceremony.
Friday, May 5, 2023
| 8:30 am |
Baccalaureate Mass |
| 10:30 am |
McAnulty College and Graduate School of Liberal Arts |
| 2:00 pm |
Palumbo-Donahue School of Business |
| 2:30 pm |
Mary Pappert School of Music |
| 5:00 pm |
John G. Rangos, Sr. School of Health Sciences |
Saturday, May 6, 2023
| 9:00 am | School of Nursing UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse Live Stream |
| 12:00 pm | School of Education UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse Live Stream |
| 3:00 pm |
Bayer School of Natural and Environmental Sciences |
Saturday, May 13, 2023
| 11:00 am |
Thomas R. Kline School of Law |
Saturday, May 20, 2023
| 10:30 am | School of Pharmacy UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse Live Stream |
This web page will be the source of information related to Spring Commencement and will be updated as more details become available.
RSVP Information
No tickets are required for Commencement, but is very important that you register
for the ceremony.
Students will be sent RSVP information to their @duq.edu email address.
Regalia
Graduates must wear appropriate caps and gowns at commencement, which are available through the University Bookstore. Please visit the regalia web page or call the Bookstore at 412.434.6626 with any questions about regalia. You can also send an email to the Bookstore.
Guest Seating
No tickets are required for Commencement. It is very important that you register for the ceremony - RSVP link coming soon.
Gates to the UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse will open 45 minutes prior to the ceremony. Accessible seating is available on the 2nd floor. Ushers will direct guests to these seats. It is strongly recommended those who have physical limitations bring their own wheelchair.
Doors to the Student Union Ballroom will open 45 minutes prior to the ceremony. Accessible seating is available. Ushers will direct guests to these seats. It is strongly recommended those who have physical limitations bring their own wheelchair.
Questions?
If you have additional questions or concerns, please contact the Office of Conference and Event Services at universityeventsFREEDUQUESNE or (412) 396-6033.
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