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Graduation Recognition
Chillicothe Campus Graduation Recognition Ceremony
Each spring, Ohio University Chillicothe celebrates fall and spring graduates during the annual Graduation Recognition Ceremony. This ceremony is a separate event from the formal Spring Commencement Ceremonies held on the Athens campus.
The Graduation Recognition Ceremony features an address from a featured speaker, includes reflections from graduating students, and recognizes students who are named as outstanding graduates by faculty members. A nurse pinning ceremony is held earlier in the day. Both events are open to family and friends of Chillicothe Campus graduates.
Nurse Pinning Ceremony
April 30, 2026
3 p.m.
Shoemaker Center
Graduation Recognition Ceremony
April 30, 2026
6 p.m.
Shoemaker Center
Check-In: 5 p.m. at the tennis courts behind Shoemaker Center
Reservations
Students who plan to participate in the upcoming Graduation Recognition Ceremony need to complete the registration form by Friday, April 10, 2026.
If you or your guest(s) require accommodations, please provide this information when you complete the registration form.
Cap & Gown Package Orders
Regalia is required to participate in the ceremonies. You may not participate in graduation ceremonies without Ohio University-issued regalia. No regalia sales will occur at the ceremony venue.
Any graduating student may purchase regalia, regardless of their ceremony participation. Student regalia will be mailed to the student’s home address.
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Celebrate OHIO Chillicothe's Graduates
Meet some of the OHIO Chillicothe students who are graduating this spring.
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Ohio University Commencement
Ohio University hosts Commencement each spring and fall at the Convocation Center, located at 95 Richland Avenue, Athens, Ohio 45701. Students are welcome to attend the event.
Photography
Your guests may take photos during the ceremony, but we ask that they remain seated during the ceremony so as not to disturb other guests who are trying to see their graduate.
A selfie station will be available to get a special shot with honored graduates.
There will be many opportunities to capture a popular family photo or selfie around the OHIO Chillicothe campus. Be sure to hashtag #OHIOgrad2025 to share your memories!
A message from the President
Dr. Lori Stewart Gonzalez shares a graduation message
A message from the Vice Provost
Dr. Lewatis McNeal shares a graduation message