Commencement
May 2022 Graduation
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.
Graduating students, their families, and friends, are invited to attend our May 2022 Diploma Ceremonies, and tickets are not required for guests. A Baccalaureate Mass on Friday, May 13, 2022 will precede the ceremonies.
Links to view the ceremony livestreams are below.
DATE | SCHOOL | TIME | LOCATION |
Friday, May 13, 2022 | BACCALAUREATE MASS | 9:00am | Student Union Ballroom |
Friday, May 13, 2022 | McAnulty College and Graduate School of Liberal Arts | 11:00am | UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse |
Friday, May 13, 2022 | Mary Pappert School of Music | 2:00pm | Student Union Ballroom |
Friday, May 13, 2022 | Palumbo-Donahue School of Business | 2:00pm | UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse |
Friday, May 13, 2022 | John G. Rangos, Sr. School of Health Sciences | 5:00pm | UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse |
Saturday, May 14, 2022 | School of Nursing | 11:00am | UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse |
Saturday, May 14, 2022 | School of Education | 2:00pm | UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse |
Saturday, May 14, 2022 | Bayer School of Natural and Environmental Sciences | 5:00pm | UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse |
Saturday, May 21, 2022 | School of Pharmacy and Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences | 10:30am | UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse |
Graduates are required to RSVP for themselves and their guests by April 22 at duq.edu/gradrsvp.
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 email to the Bookstore.
Guest Seating
No tickets are required for Commencement. It is very important that you register for the ceremony at duq.edu/gradrsvp. The deadline to RSVP is April 22, 2022.
Union Ballroom
Doors will open 45 minutes prior to the start of the ceremony. The ballroom can be accessed via the Union elevators and stairs.
UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse
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.
Parking
Parking is available in University parking garages. Accessible parking is available throughout the garage. Designated spaces are available for vehicles displaying a current state-issued disability placard or license plate.
A campus map and directions are available on our Visit Campus web page.
Questions?
If you have additional questions or concerns, please contact the Office of Conference and Event Services at universityevents@duq.edu or 412.396.6033.
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