How Northwestern Celebrates our Graduates
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Purple rental gowns custom designed for Northwestern and featuring the University crest are the standard regalia and must be worn by all participating candidates. Tassels feature the Northwestern seal signet and are worn on the left side at all times.
All of the Graduate Celebrations
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There are many events during the week to celebrate our graduates, through multicultural events, receptions, senior week and more.
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Contacts for the Commencement Office, Individual Schools and many frequently asked questions can be found here.
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June 20, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Norris University Center, 1999 Campus Drive
The President’s Reception for Graduating Seniors and Families is a light lunch hosted by President and Mrs. Schapiro and...
June 20, 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Norris University Center, 1999 Campus Drive
The Journey of Our Years, or The JOY, is our way of recognizing and celebrating all of NU's Black graduates. While the e...
June 20, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Pick-Staiger Concert Hall, 50 Arts Circle Drive
Thursday, June 20, 2019 4-5 pm Pick- Staiger Auditorium •Tickets are not required•We will be providing accommodations f...
Lonnie Bunch, director of the Smithsonian Institution’s widely acclaimed National Museum of African American History and Culture, will deliver this year’s commencement address at Northwestern University in June.