02.23.24
February 23, 2024
Hello!
We are just about 80 days away from Commencement 2024. From time to time, I will be sending updates with details and information. It's important that you read the emails and forward to your parents and families, if necessary, so that we are all on the same page and can have the best day possible on May 18!
If you have another address you would like added to these communications, please use the form at:
I look forward to celebrating with you in May!
Laurie Ward
Vice President for Marketing and Communications
Graduation Fair
How to Purchase Regalia
We will hold a Graduation Fair on Tuesday-Wednesday, March 19-20, from 1 to 6 p.m. each day at the Gear Shop. You can meet with staff from alumni relations, financial aid, the registrar, the Graduate School and the career center to finalize any last-minute needs for commencement and life after Hood. Representatives from Herff Jones will also be on hand with a supply of regalia for you to purchase that day.
Regalia Timeline
- March 19-20 -- Purchase at the Graduation Fair for the best price!
- March 21-May 1 -- Purchase online (link available March 21)
- After May 1 -- order at the Gear Shop
Strawberry Breakfast
Graduates are entitled to one complimentary ticket
Strawberry Breakfast is long-standing tradition at Hood. Each graduate is entitled to one complimentary ticket to Strawberry Breakfast. Family and friends can purchase tickets online or at the door.
- To receive your complimentary ticket, register at this link before May 15.
Schedule of Events
Plan your week leading up to Commencement
Wednesday, May 15
- Doctoral Hooding Ceremony | Coffman Chapel
- Graduate Degree Recipient Reception | Coblentz Dining Hall
Thursday, May 16
- Senior Luau and Senior Gift Presentation | East Cottage
Friday, May 17
- ROTC Commissioning Ceremony | Whitaker Campus Commons
- Baccalaureate | Coffman Chapel
- Nursing Pinning Ceremony | Coffman Chapel
Saturday, May 18
- Strawberry Breakfast, 7:30-10 a.m. | Coblentz Dining Hall
- Graduates line up, 9:30 a.m. | Quad, behind Alumnae Hall
- Commencement Ceremony, 10 a.m. | Quad
Times TBA