December Commencement
December 11-12, 2026; Carver Gym
Graduate Info
Ceremony Information
When to arrive and where to go for your ceremony.
Graduate Regalia
All graduates participating in commencement must wear the regalia appropriate to their degree.
Diplomas
Diplomas are not distributed at commencement. Please read this page for more information about timeline and delivery.
Memory Walk
Graduates are invited to leave items reflective of their time at Western in the time capsule.
Graduate Slides
A photo and/or message of thanks are available for viewing for graduates who chose to opt-in during the reservation process. This will not include all who graduated during the ceremonies.
Guest Info
Parking and Shuttle Service
Commencement ceremonies are held in Carver Gym, which is located in the middle of campus. Find parking and shuttle options here.
Local Lodging
Bellingham and Whatcom County offer a variety of hotels for Western Washington University guests.
Campus Dining & Retail Hours
Information about dining and retail hours during commencement weekend.
Graduate Gifts and Flowers
WWU gifts are available in the Carver lobby on the day of the ceremony. Seeking a floral arrangement for your graduate? Please follow this link to find options and order ahead of time.
Additional WWU Graduation Events
On-campus celebrations for graduates will be listed here.
