
Commencement
and College Recognition Ceremonies
Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 graduates are invited to attend the 2026 Commencement Ceremony on Thursday, May 7, 2026. To celebrate our Spring 2026 graduates, WKU's Spring College Recognition Ceremonies will be held on Friday, May 8, 2026.
All graduates and families are encouraged and welcome to attend.

Grad Fair is WKU's beginning to the graduation celebration. It is the place to pick up your cap & gown, plan for graduation, and check out graduation-related services.

Houchens Industries - L.T. Smith Stadium
As the official commencement ceremony of WKU, graduates from across all academic colleges will be honored. The event begins with Topper Walk, where graduates take their final walk down the Hill on the Avenue of Champions.

E.A. Diddle Arena
WKU's five academic colleges will host ceremonies where students will walk up for individual recognition, greet the university president, take their graduate photo, and more.
Information for our guests
Learn more about parking, directions, lodging, and more.
Countdown to Spring College Recognition Ceremonies
Friday, May 8, 2026
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