Graduation Recognition Ceremony

About

It is with great anticipation and excitement that Ohio University Lancaster welcomes the Summer 2026, Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 graduation classes to our Graduation Recognition Ceremony. 

This is a separate event from the formal Spring Commencement Ceremonies held on the Athens campus.

Date: Thursday, April 29, 2027

Registration/Check-In: 6:00 p.m. | Brasee Hall | North Lobby

Line Up for Graduate Procession: 6:45 p.m.

Ceremony Begins: 7:00 p.m.

Place: Brasee Hall | Gymnasium | 1570 Granville Pike, Lancaster, OH 43130

Parking: Parking will be available in the parking lot near Brasee Hall. There is also handicap-accessible parking available just outside of Brasee Hall.

Reservations

Students who plan to participate in the upcoming Graduation Recognition Ceremony need to complete the registration form by Friday, April 2, 2027.

All graduates will have the opportunity to have guests attend the ceremony.  If you or your guest(s) require accommodations, please provide this information when you complete the registration form.

Reservations

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 student’s home address, no regalia will be available for pick-up at the campus.

Order by April 2, 2027

Note: Be sure to purchase your regalia before the order deadline to get your regalia to ensure on-time delivery. Shipping delays have been experienced and are common.

Honor Cords

Academic honor cords are given to baccalaureate degree candidates receiving honors for Summa Cum Laude, Magna Cum Laude and Cum Laude.  Honor cords are based on academic information from the Registrar's Office and will be provided at check-in to those graduating with honors.

Photography

Your guests may take photos during the ceremony, but we ask that they remain seated so not to disturb other guests who are trying to see their graduate.

A photographer will be taking photos during the ceremony and photo backdrops will also be available for graduates and families to take photos before and after the event.

There should be many opportunities to capture a popular family photo or selfie around the Ohio University Lancaster campus. 

Be sure to hashtag #OHIOgrad2027 and #OHIOLancaster to share your memories!