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Spring Commencement Graduate Rain Plans
Saturday, May 10 at 10:00 AM
Inclement Weather Plan
If we need to move Saturday’s ceremony indoors due to the threat of inclement weather, we will provide more information with students via AU email. If required, we will move the ceremony to Henderson Auditorium.
- Each graduate will be able to have six (6) guests.
- Guests must check in in the lobby of Henderson
- As a further convenience, the ceremony will be livestreamed for guests to watch online.
Students
Parents & Guests
8:00 AM – Students report to the side entrance of Rainey Fine Arts Center adjacent to Books and Beans
8:30 AM – Important ceremony details and announcements
9:00 AM – Roll call in Daniel
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. Diploma will be mailed by June 27, 2025.
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 FAQ'S
There will be a limit of 6 guests per student. The guest limit will be enforced.
Guests can arrive as early as 8:45 AM.
The ceremony lasts around 2 hours.
Yes, shuttle service will be available for those who need it.
The restrooms are located in the lobby area.
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