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Commencement

152nd Spring Commencement Weekend
Sunday, May 17, and Monday, May 18, 2020

2020 Commencement Schedule

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Roman Catholic Graduation Mass

Sunday, May 17 | 12:10 p.m. | Packer Memorial Church

Led by Rev. Giuseppe C. Esposito, Pastoral Assistant, Newman Center

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Student

Doctoral Degree Hooding Ceremony

Sunday, May 17 | 2:00 p.m. | Baker Hall, Zoellner Arts Center

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Student speaker

University Baccalaureate Service

Sunday, May 17 | 4:00 p.m. | Packer Memorial Church

Led by University Chaplain Rev. Dr. Lloyd Steffen - a service for families representing different religious traditions.

Learn more about the University Baccalaureate Service >

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Commencement Ceremony

Monday, May 18 | 10:00am | Goodman Stadium (outdoors)

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Maps and Directions

Getting to Lehigh

Sunday’s events are on our Asa Packer Campus and Monday’s are on Goodman Campus.

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Severe Weather Information

Graduation will be held outdoors rain or shine in Goodman Stadium. In the event of severe weather, Commencement will be held inside Stabler Arena and divided into two abbreviated ceremonies at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. View Severe Weather Information >

Family, Friends & Visitors

To help prepare for your upcoming trip to Lehigh, we have compiled all the information you need for your visit. View information for visitors >

Seating and Parking for Individuals with Disabilities

A limited number of mobility-impaired parking spaces and seating are available for the University Commencement Ceremony. Learn more about Seating and Parking for Individuals with Disabilities >

Commencement speaker

Commencement Highlights

Read about previous ceremonies. View stories about Commencement >

Medals

Honors and Awards

 
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Roses for Graduates

Honor your graduate’s commencement with a beautiful bouquet of roses while supporting a great cause. Order roses >

2019 Highlights

151st Commencement

Richard Verma ’90, former U.S. Ambassador to India and a leading expert on trade and diplomacy in Asia, delivered the address at Lehigh's 151st spring commencement.