RESOURCE MENU
Commencement/Graduation - Undergraduate Rain Plan
Undergraduate Students Rain Plan
Saturday, May 6th, 9am
Inclement Weather Plan
If we need to move Saturday’s ceremony indoors due to the threat of inclement weather, we will provide more information with students via AU email. If required, we will move the ceremony to NewSpring church.
- Each graduate will be able to have four (4) guests in the main sanctuary of the West Auditorium. You must have a ticket to be admitted to this Auditorium.
- Additional guests will need to go to the East Auditorium. We have overflow capacity for up to one thousand (1000) guests in the East Auditorium on a first come, first serve basis. The event will be livestreamed in this area.
- As a further convenience, the ceremony will be livestreamed for guests to watch online.
Students
Parents & Guests
Itinerary – Undergraduate Students
May 6th
6:30 AM – Students report to the KidSpring lobby for check-in
7:15 AM – Roll call in KidSpring
9:00 AM – Commencement Ceremony
Diploma Frame: Anderson University diploma frames are available to purchase on our website. The diploma frame is a custom order; please allow 4-6 weeks for the item to arrive. This item is not eligible for expedited shipping.
Diploma Distribution: Graduates will receive empty diploma covers during the ceremony. The diplomas will not be available on the day of the ceremony. Diplomas will be mailed by June 30, 2023.
Required Dress: Commencement participants must be dressed appropriately in attire suitable for formal church services or professional engagements. No jeans, shorts, or casual footwear (e.g., flip-flops, athletic shoes, etc.) are permitted. Avoid high heels and slick-soled shoes to limit the chance of slips or falls.
FAQ
Guests can arrive as early as 7:30 am
The ceremony lasts around 1.5 hours.
Yes, shuttle service will be available for those who need it.
Restrooms are located in the lobby areas.
The University is contracted with Pro Pics to provide photography for graduation, no photographers outside of the University will be allowed on the premises. After the event, you are more than welcome to use the campus for a photo shoot.
- Each graduate will be able to have four (4) guests in the main sanctuary of the West Auditorium. If you do not have a ticket, you will not be admitted.
- Additional guests will need to go to the East Auditorium. We have overflow capacity for up to one thousand (1000) guests in the East Auditorium on a first come, first serve basis. The event will be livestreamed in this area.
- As a further convenience, the ceremony will be livestreamed for guests to watch online.
Yes. AU Outfitters will be open on the AU Campus from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm. You can also shop online here.
Livestream
Saturday, May 6th, 9am