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Spring Commencement
Saturday, May 3, 2024 – 10:00AM
NewSpring Church
College of Christian Studies
College of Health Professions
Center for Leadership & Organizations
College of Education
College of Engineering
School of Interior Design
School of Public Service and Administration
Inclement Weather Plan
Due to the threat of inclement weather we have moved Saturday’s ceremony indoors, to NewSpring church.
- Each graduate will be able to have six (6) guests in the main sanctuary of the West Auditorium. You must have a ticket to be admitted to this Auditorium.
- Additional guests will need to go to the East Auditorium. We have overflow capacity for up to one thousand (1000) guests in the East Auditorium on a first come, first serve basis. The event will be livestreamed in this area.
- As a further convenience, the ceremony will be livestreamed for guests to watch online.
Day of Itinerary
Students
Parents & Guests
Itinerary for Students
7:45 AM – Students pick up tickets from Will Call
8:00 AM – Students report to the KidSpring lobby for check-in
8:15 AM – Roll call in KidSpring
10:00 AM – Commencement Ceremony
Diploma Frame: Anderson University diploma frames are available to purchase on our website. The diploma frame is a custom order; please allow 4-6 weeks for the item to arrive. This item is not eligible for expedited shipping.
Diploma Distribution: Graduates will receive empty diploma covers during the ceremony. The diplomas will not be available on the day of the ceremony. Diplomas will be mailed by June 28, 2024.
Required Dress: Commencement participants must be dressed appropriately in attire suitable for formal church services or professional engagements. No jeans, shorts, or casual footwear (e.g., flip-flops, athletic shoes, etc.) are permitted. Avoid high heels and slick-soled shoes to limit the chance of slips or falls.
Cap and Gown: Students are not allowed to wear cords or stoles unless approved by the Office of the Provost and the Registrar’s office. Caps cannot be decorated. Students will be asked to remove the cap if it is decorated.
Ceremony FAQs
Guests can arrive as early as 8:30 AM.
The ceremony lasts around 1.5 hours.
Restrooms are located in the lobby areas.
The University is contracted with Pro Pics to provide photography for graduation, no photographers outside of the University will be allowed on the premises. After the event, you are more than welcome to use the campus for a photo shoot. To order photos: www.AUphotos.com
- Each graduate will be able to have six (6) guests in the main sanctuary of the West Auditorium. If you do not have a ticket, you will not be admitted.
- Additional guests will need to go to the East Auditorium. We have overflow capacity for up to one thousand (1000) guests in the East Auditorium on a first come, first serve basis. The event will be livestreamed in this area.
- As a further convenience, the ceremony will be livestreamed for guests to watch online.
Yes. AU Outfitters will be open on the AU Campus from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm. You can also shop online here.