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![View of the ceremony stage from the center aisle with graduates seated on both sides.](/sites/registrarprod9x1001.wwu.edu/files/styles/image_block_large/public/2024-04/52604793287_b0c84c5ab4_c%20%282%29.jpg?itok=xNiGP7_p)
![Faculty in ceremony regalia clap for graduates.](/sites/registrarprod9x1001.wwu.edu/files/styles/image_block_large/public/2024-04/52184412451_43c9e95372_c.jpg?itok=ne1yYDnZ)
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.
Graduate Slides
Graduate slides featuring a photo and/or a message of thanks are available for viewing the week before the ceremony for those who chose to opt-in during the reservation process. This will not include all who graduated during the ceremonies.
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.
Donate Your Cap & Gown
Following the ceremony and festivities, consider donating your cap and/or gown for future graduates.
Photography
Photography information will be made available closer to the event date.
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
Seeking a floral arrangement for your graduate? Please follow this link to find options and further information.
Livestream
Features ceremony livestreams as well as the commencement program and live transcript.
Additional WWU Graduation Events
On-campus celebrations for graduates - TBA
![Graduates look to the stands to thank their families during ceremony.](/sites/registrarprod9x1001.wwu.edu/files/styles/image_block_large/public/2024-04/52970308929_4250f46d14_c%20%281%29.jpg?itok=XW5t_T8W)
![Graduates holding diplomas recess to Red Square after ceremony.](/sites/registrarprod9x1001.wwu.edu/files/styles/image_block_large/public/2024-04/52184903915_29834f2f38_c%20%281%29.jpg?itok=3pAoy3qk)
![Graduate decorated in floral arrangement celebrates in Red Square with a crowd of onlookers.](/sites/registrarprod9x1001.wwu.edu/files/styles/image_block_large/public/2024-04/52970520885_f7a2d88f9e_c%20%281%29.jpg?itok=EmRcvx1c)