Commencement Events

Commencement is an exciting time to celebrate the achievements of our graduating students! 

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Vanguard Cording Celebration
Thursday, May 15
12pm - 1:30pm
Alumni House, Hunter Hall

The Vanguard Cording Celebration is William & Mary’s pre-commencement event honoring the achievements of first-generation and limited-income (FGLI) graduating students.

Phi Beta Kappa Initiation & Reception
Thursday, May 15
1pm - 3:30pm
Phi Beta Kappa (PBK) Memorial Hall, Glenn Close Theater

Annual Induction Ceremony for students joining the Phi Beta Kappa Society. 

    Neuroscience Commencement Reception
    Thursday, May 15
    4:30pm - 6:30pm
    Integrated Science Center (ISC), Room 1221
      ROTC Commissioning Ceremony
      Thursday, May 15
      6pm - 7:30pm
      Sadler Center, Commonwealth Auditorium & Lobby


        Khatalampay
        Thursday, May 15
        6:30pm - 8:30pm
        Sunken Garden, (Weather Location: Sadler Center, Chesapeake Rooms)

        Honoring Asian, Pacific Islander, and Middle Eastern heritage, Khatalampay celebrates the accomplishments and the cultural richness they bring to our community.

        Candlelight Ceremony
        Thursday, May 15
        9:30pm - 11pm
        Wren Yard, (CW Side)

        Graduating students participate in this tradition by standing together as a graduating class in the Wren Yard. Guests are welcome to attend, but will be directed to a guest viewing area behind the students. Please note there is no seating for this event.

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