Commencement is a very special ceremony to officially confer degrees and celebrate the academic achievements of all 草榴成人社区 graduates. Additional information will be shared on this site and through campus email to help ensure that all graduates have a memorable time with family, friends, guests, and the campus community.
ORDERING REGALIA
Graduates can order regalia (cap, gown, tassel) from .
Ship to Bookstore Deadline: April 4 at 11:59:59pm EST
Homeship Deadlines: 1st - April 25 at 11:59:59pm EST
2nd - May 2 at 11:59:59pm EST
Important policies related to regalia:
Guests are encouraged to seek overnight lodging arrangements in Greencastle, IN or nearby towns. Housing will not be available on campus for guests.
Lilly Physical Education and Recreation Center, Neal Fieldhouse
Rehearsal will be held for all graduates at Lilly Physical Education and Recreation Center, Neal Fieldhouse (more details forthcoming from the University Marshal).
Robert G. Bottoms Alumni and Development Center (201 E Seminary St)
Join us for a celebratory event as we welcome you, the graduating seniors from the Class of 2025, to the Alumni Association! Hosted by President Lori S. White and Vice President for Development and Alumni Engagement Amy Kwas ’93, the celebration will take place on Friday, May 16, 2025, from 12:00 to 2:00 pm at the Robert G. Bottoms Alumni and Development Center (201 E Seminary St). Immediately following your commencement practice, join us for lunch, ice cream treats, and a warm welcome into the alumni family. It's a wonderful opportunity to connect, celebrate your achievements, and embark on this exciting new chapter together!
Green Center for the Performing Arts, Kresge Auditorium.
The Baccalaureate Celebration Ceremony kicks off the first formal event of Commencement Weekend, during which President White addresses the graduating class. The celebration includes prayers and readings from many traditions, as well as inspiring music, reflections from student leaders. Tickets are not required.
Live stream available at
Stewart Plaza (Inclement weather location Hoover Hall and the Union Building Living Room)
An evening of music and conversation for graduates and their families/guests.
East College lawn
Tickets are not required for the outdoor ceremony, but will be necessary if we have to move commencement indoors (only in the event of inclement weather). Each graduate can reserve up to 5 e-tickets for their family and guests (please only reserve the number of tickets that you actually will need, if less than 5). To reserve and download the inclement weather e-tickets, please use the EventBrite link by Monday, May 12th at 4:00 p.m. (NOTE: Your student ID number is your access code for e-tickets). Please make sure that you give your family and guests the e-tickets before the day of the commencement. For EventBrite/ticketing questions, please contact Joe Novak at joenovak@depauw.edu.
Note: graduates processional line up will begin at 9:15 a.m. - more details forthcoming from the University Marshal
Live stream available at
ALL ARRANGEMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. GRADUATES WILL BE NOTIFIED VIA CAMPUS EMAIL.
We appreciate your continued patience as we work to plan special celebrations.
Health and safety protocols will be in place per campus guidelines.
Thank you!