Commencement 2026 is Almost Here

Below, you’ll find everything you need to know about Commencement weekend events.

Baccalaureate
Saturday, May 16, 3 p.m., Shove Memorial Chapel
This event kicks off Commencement weekend with a chance to reflect and express gratitude. Lori Driscoll ’94, Professor, Chair of Neuroscience & Psychology, will give this year’s Baccalaureate address.
Commencement
Sunday, May 17, 8:30 a.m., Ed Robson Arena
(Doors to Ed Robson Arena will open to guests at 7 a.m.)
This is the culmination of the academic year and a time to honor the graduates of the Class of 2026. Renowned voice actor Dee Bradley Baker ’86 will deliver the Commencement address.

Livestream Viewing: Baccalaureate and Commencement are open to graduates and their ticketed guests. A livestream for both ceremonies will be available online.

Post-Commencement Reception
Immediately following Commencement (approximately 11 a.m.), the entire campus community is invited to attend a reception hosted by President Whitaker on Tava Quad until approximately 1 p.m.

Parking and Road Closures
On Sunday, May 17, expect traffic congestion in the area throughout the morning. The following roads will be closed for Commencement activities:

E. Cache La Poudre St. from N. Nevada Ave. to N. Cascade Ave.
N. Tejon St. from E. Dale St. to E. Cache La Poudre St.

All Commencement attendees may park anywhere on campus (no fees or permits apply), except the third floor of the Ed Robson Arena parking garage on East Dale Street, which is reserved for guests with limited mobility who require parking close to the venue. Accessible parking is also available on all levels of the Ed Robson Arena parking garage and in other parking lots on campus. Golf carts will be available from parking areas across campus to transport guests to Ed Robson Arena.

Accessibility: CC welcomes individuals with disabilities. Please see the Commencement webpage for information on accommodations available within Ed Robson Arena.

Clear Bag Policy: Ed Robson Arena has a clear bag policy, which will be enforced during Commencement weekend. Only clear bags and small clutch-sized purses will be allowed at entry. Read more about the clear bag policy. Clear bags can be purchased at the CC Bookstore just south of the main arena entrance. (Bookstore hours on Sunday, May 17: 6:30 a.m.-1 p.m.)

Freedom of Expression
At Colorado College, we understand that freedom of thought and expression are essential to any institution of higher learning and are vital components of academic freedom. Please see CC’s Freedom of Expression Policy.

For the most up-to-date Commencement weekend details, visit the Commencement 2026 website.

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