Commencement
We rejoice with you as you journey toward Commencement.
The information provided on this webpage is designed to help you navigate the deadlines and forms that are required to graduate and participate in the commencement ceremony. You will also find detailed information about the ceremonies, academic attire, and helpful suggestions for making the most of this special time. If you have any questions along the way, please feel free to reach out!
Class of 2023 Commencement Events
On-Campus Commencement Ceremony – SATURDAY, MAY 13 @ 10 a.m.
HNU has a long tradition of a single commencement ceremony to celebrate both undergraduate and graduate students. For our final commencement, we are returning to one ceremony. The ceremony for both undergraduate and graduate candidates will be Saturday, May 13, 2023 at 10 a.m. in the Corrigan Courtyard on the Holy Names University campus.
Commencement Mass – Friday, May 12
Commencement Mass will be Friday afternoon in the McLean Chapel.
Guests & Parking
Graduates will not be limited on the number of guests, but parking will be limited to a few vehicles per graduate.
(Vehicle means a regular passenger car, not limos, buses, or large rental vans.)
Order Commencement Attire by April 1, 2023
All students intending to participate in the Commencement ceremonies must place their order for regalia online prior to April 1, 2023. The cost of the attire – consisting of a gap, gown, tassel, degree-specific hood (or stole for credential and certificate students), and stole of gratitude – is covered by your graduation fee.
Place Order Now
Pay Student Account Balance by May 1, 2023
Pay your student account balance by May 1. Log in to the Student Account Center to review your account and make a payment.
Login to Student Account Center
Order Your Class Rings
Simply go to jostens.com and select Holy Names University. Design a ring and then save it under the your email address. Questions? Email Penny Osorio at penny.osorio@jostens.com.
Order Class Rings HereWhat’s the difference?
You may hear the two words used interchangeably, but there’s a difference between graduation and commencement! Graduation is the completion of all degree requirements as recorded on your official transcript. Commencement is the ceremony that celebrates the completion of a degree. While encouraged, participation in the commencement ceremonies is not required.
Learn more about our past Commencements
Questions?
- Commencement ceremony: Bethany Fitelson at fitelson@hnu.edu or 510-436-1144
- Academic-related: Registrar’s Office at registrar@hnu.edu or 510.436.1133
- Financial Aid: Financial aid office at financialaid@hnu.edu or 510.436.1327
- Student Accounts: Liz Aswegan at aswegan@hnu.edu or 510.436.1425