114th Summer Commencement Convocation

August 9, 2025

9 AM

William “Billy” J. Nicks, Sr. Building (Baby Dome)

All Colleges

College of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

School of Architecture

College of Business

College of Nursing

Roy G. Perry College of Engineering

School of Public and Allied Health

Marvin D. and June Samuel Brailsford College of Arts and Sciences

College of Juvenile Justice

Undergraduate Studies

Graduate Studies

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Friday Commencement Speaker

Dr. Quintin B. Bullock

Dr. Quintin B. Bullock is the ninth president of the Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC), a multi-campus institution serving approximately 30,000 credit and noncredit students. A consummate professional, experienced educator, effective community leader and empathetic mentor, he serves as a positive role model for students and aspiring leaders.

Saturday Commencement Speaker

Bomani Jones – American Sports Journalist

Bomani Jones is the host of the podcast The Right Time with Bomani Jones. As CEO of Old Soul Productions, he also hosts The Evening Jones, an audience driven podcast discussing a range of pop culture topics. He previously hosted Game Theory with Bomani Jones on HBO, where he tackles sports and their intersections with the world, and contributed to Back on the Record with Bob Costas.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time should the candidates for graduation arrive?

Friday, December 13 Commencement (Doctoral and Master’s Candidates):
Graduation candidates should report to the Student Recreation Center at 5:00 p.m. for the 6:00 p.m. Commencement Convocation.

Saturday, December 14 Commencement (Undergraduate Candidates):
Graduation candidates should report to the Student Recreation Center at 7:00 a.m. for the 9:00 a.m. Commencement Convocation.

What time will the Baby Dome and Alternate Viewing Sites open for guests?

Friday, December 13 Commencement (Doctoral and Master’s Candidates):
Baby Dome and Alternate Viewing Sites will open at 4:30 p.m.

Saturday, December 14 Commencement (Undergraduate Candidates):
Baby Dome and Alternate Viewing Sites will open at 7:30 a.m.

What are the Alternate Viewing Sites?

Alternate Viewing Sites

Willie Tempton, Sr. Memorial Student Center – Opal Johnson Smith Auditorium
Willie A. Tempton, Memorial Student Center – Ballroom
Hobart Taylor Hall – Edison Anderson Recital Hall
Student Recreation Center

If I have achieved academic honors status, where can I pick up my Honors Cords?

Undergraduate students who graduate with honors will be recognized by gold cords worn with academic attire at commencement. A student may graduate with honors in one of the following three categories:

Summa Cum Laude Cumulative GPA of 3.9-4.00
Magna Cum Laude Cumulative GPA of 3.7-3.89
Cum Laude Cumulative GPA of 3.5-3.69

Honors cords will be distributed at graduation rehearsal.

What items are not allowed inside the Baby Dome?

Horns or artificial noisemakers
Umbrellas
Fireworks
Lawn or folding chairs
Backpacks or bags
Illegal substances, weapons or firearms
Bicycles or skateboards
Coolers, bottles, cans or other containers
Food/drinks
Infant seats or strollers
Flowers, balloons, gifts
Banners

Will my name be read during the ceremony?

All graduates will have the opportunity to cross the stage where their names are called and their diploma covers received.

How long is the ceremony?

The ceremony is expected to last two hours.

What is the difference between 'conferral only' and 'ceremony participation status'?

Starting October 30 through December 2, candidates for graduation will only be able to apply for “conferral only.” “Conferral only” candidates will not be able to participate in the fall commencement ceremony, and their names will not be listed in the commencement program. Their diplomas, however, will be mailed to the most recent mailing address in PantherTracks.

What if I haven't completed my exit loan counseling?

Schedule an appointment to speak with a financial aid advisor to conduct the exit interview.

What if I have additional questions and concerns?

Please direct all questions and concerns related to degree retrieval, degree audits, and honors status to the Registrar’s Office at registrar@pvamu.edu.

All questions regarding the 29^th Fall Commencement Convocation should be directed to the Office for University Special Events and Protocol at events@pvamu.edu.