Commencement 2026 Is Just Days Away
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Below, you’ll find everything you need to know about Commencement weekend events.
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- 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. Don’t forget, today is the deadline to submit Baccalaureate Blessings to be displayed on the jumbotron in Ed Robson Arena during Commencement. Instructions and ideas for how to submit a message can be found on the Baccalaureate Blessings webpage.
- 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.
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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 at 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.
Staff and Faculty Commencement Tickets
Staff and faculty who are not marching or volunteering may request a ticket by emailing Harris Varnum at hvarnum2023@coloradocollege.edu. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Limit one ticket per person.
In attending Commencement, you agree to the guidelines set out in the College’s Freedom of Expression Policy. In addition, please note that Ed Robson Arena has a clear bag policy that will be enforced for all Commencement guests, and no empty bottles, cans, or containers of ANY kind will be permitted into Ed Robson Arena.
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Parking and Road Closures
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.
On Sunday, May 17, expect traffic congestion in the area throughout the morning. The following roads will be closed for Commencement activities:
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.
Accessibility: CC welcomes individuals with disabilities. Please see the Commencement webpage for information on accommodations available within Ed Robson Arena.
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