President Lori Stewart Gonzalez gives a speech to hundreds of Ohio University students during a Commencement ceremony
Commencement

Commencement

Spring 2025 Commencement Ceremony

Graduate Ceremony - Friday, May 2, 2025 at 9:30am

Undergraduate ceremonies - Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 9:30am and 4:00pm

Convocation Center
95 Richland Ave., Athens, OH

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Bobcats 2024 with graduation cap and outline of Cutler

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 Hooding Ceremony Demonstration

Students

  • Make sure the hood is unbuttoned for the hooding.
  • Stand in front of the podium at the designated marker. 
  • Wear your cap forward on the top of your head so it is not knocked off during hooding.
  • Crouch down slightly to make it easier for the hood to be placed over your head.

Advisors

  • Make sure the hood is not caught on the podium bar before hooding.
  • Tap the student on the shoulders after the picture is taken to signify the process is complete and they can walk across the stage.

Questions?

Email commencement@ohio.edu