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Commencement Arena
Read the full biographies and find out more about the extraordinary people that will be welcoming our graduating class into the real world.
See the schedule of events for the week leading up to Commencement.
In the event that inclement weather may hinder commencement an announcement will be made to follow the inclement weather plan.
Special assistance can be arranged for people who need accommodations to attend or participate in commencement.
The commencement exercises are steeped in tradition. Each element of the ceremony has a meaning.
Relive your graduation ceremony whenever you want.
Start planning your commencement weekend around the approved dates.
Friday, May 5, 2023
6:00 p.m. Advanced Degree Ceremony for all colleges and schools
(Masters, Education Specialists, and Doctoral Candidates)
Chartway Arena
4320 Hampton Blvd, Norfolk, VA 23529
Saturday, May 6, 2023
9:00 a.m. One Undergraduate Ceremony for all colleges and schools
Location:
S.B. Ballard Stadium
Location (inclement weather):
Chartway Arena
4320 Hampton Blvd, Norfolk, VA 23529
(757) 683-5762
Saturday, December 16, 2023 - 9:00 a.m.
Darden College of Education and Professional Studies
Batten College of Engineering and Technology
College of Sciences
School of Cybersecurity
Saturday, December 16, 2023- 12:30 p.m.
College of Arts and Letters
Strome College of Business
College of Health Sciences
School of Nursing
The Graduate School (Degree Programs)
Location:
Chartway Arena
4320 Hampton Blvd, Norfolk, VA 23529
(757) 683-5762
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