Commencement Information

Commencement is a time for the University of Dubuque family to come together to recognize and celebrate the academic accomplishments of our Spartans.

Remaining Spring 2024 Commencement Events

SATURDAY, AUGUST 10, 2024

LIFE - Meridian Commencement
10:00 a.m. - Calvary Chapel Meridian, 3600 West Nelis Drive, Meridian, Idaho

Winter 2024 Commencement Events

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2024

Dubuque Grad Fest
10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. - Peter and Susan Smith Welcome Center and Steffens Hall, Charles and Romona Myers Center


FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2024

Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies Commencement Ceremony
10:00 a.m. - John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center


THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2024

University of Dubuque Winter Commencement
3:00 p.m. - John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center

Spring 2025 Commencement Events

TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2025

Dubuque Grad Fest
10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. - Peter and Susan Smith Welcome Center and Steffens Hall, Charles and Romona Myers Center


FRIDAY, APRIL 25, 2025

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Pinning Ceremony
11:00 a.m. - John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center

University of Dubuque Theological Seminary Baccalaureate Service
1:30 p.m. - Blades Chapel, Blades Hall

ROTC Commissioning Ceremony
2:00 p.m. - John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center


SATURDAY, APRIL 26, 2025

University of Dubuque Theological Seminary Commencement
9:30 a.m. - John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center

University of Dubuque Spring Commencement
1:00 p.m. - Chlapaty Recreation and Wellness Center

Additional Commencement Information

Diplomas

Graduates will receive a diploma cover during commencement. Those who do not participate in commencement but would like a diploma cover should contact the Office of the Registrar at Registrar@dbq.edu after commencement.

Students who have not met their academic requirements for graduation will receive an email from the Office of the Registrar. Those with an outstanding college account balance will have their diploma held until their account is cleared by the Office of Student Accounts.

The University of Dubuque has partnered with Parchment to print diplomas as well as offer graduates an official digital version of their diploma with Parchment's simple, easy-to-use web application. Parchment will contact graduates via email and/or text with further information.

Graduates who have met all degree requirements will receive their digital diplomas via their UD email address within four to six weeks after commencement. Paper diplomas will be mailed 10 to 15 days after the digital diplomas. Paper diplomas will be mailed to the address graduates provided on their graduation application.

How to Get Your Digital Diploma

Graduates, follow these simple steps to get your digital diploma:

  • Check your UD email and text messages for the award notification.
  • Follow the link to set up your Parchment digital credentials account.
  • Share your digital diploma on Facebook and LinkedIn or download as a secure .pdf version.

Your digital diploma will always be accessible through your Parchment account. You can login and download or share it again and again - at no cost to you.

Parking
Parking is available on campus in the following locations and on adjacent streets:

  • Finley Lot at Finley and West streets
  • University Park Drive Lot at Bennett Street and University Park Drive
  • Pearl Street Lot adjacent to the corner of Pearl and McCormick streets
  • Lot across from Hardee's at the corner of McCormick Street and University Avenue

Graduates and guests are reminded not to park in roped off or posted No Parking Areas.

To view a campus map, please click here.

Photographs
Empire Photography will photograph each graduate as they receive their diploma cover and after they walk across the stage during commencement. To view and purchase photos, visit https://empirephotos.com/.

An additional professional photographer will take photos before, during, and after commencement. To view photos, visit https://udalumni.smugmug.com/.

Dubuque Accommodations and Attractions
For those traveling to Dubuque and staying overnight, we recommend you make your reservations early. Please visit Travel Dubuque's website here to learn about local accommodations and attractions.

* Content will be updated. Details subject to change

Questions

Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions:

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing Pinning Ceremony: Jackie Meyer, PhD, head of the Department of Nursing and professor of nursing, at JRMeyer@dbq.edu or 563.589.3403
  • Commencement Apparel: Jennifer Wickman, merchandise manager, at JWickman@dbq.edu or 563.589.3131
  • Grad Fest: Katie Kraus, director for alumni engagement, at KKraus@dbq.edu or 563.589.3161
  • Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies Commencement Ceremony: Kristie Arthofer, physician assistant program admission director and program coordinator, at KArthofer@dbq.edu or 563.589.3662
  • ROTC Commissioning Ceremony: Army ROTC - Eagle Company at UDROTC@dbq.edu or 563.589.3850
  • University of Dubuque Commencement: Office of the Registrar at Registrar@dbq.edu or 563.589.3748
  • University of Dubuque Theological Seminary Commencement/Baccalaureate: Jill Dodds, administrative assistant to the dean of the seminary, at JDodds@dbq.edu or 563.589.3122

PREVIOUS COMMENCEMENT PROGRAMS

~~~ 2024 Spring Commencement Program ~~~

~~~ 2024 Seminary Commencement Program ~~~

~~~ 2023 Winter Commencement Program ~~~