In recognition of the tremendous academic achievements of our graduates, Marquette will host a mixture of in-person and virtual events celebrating the class of 2021 during Commencement Weekend, May 22-23, 2021. We will host in-person Graduate Recognition Ceremonies on Sunday, May 23, and a Baccalaureate Mass on Saturday, May 22.
Graduates are asked to please watch their emails for information from University Special Events, and to follow Marquette Today and the Commencement website for updates.
A full schedule of Commencement Weekend events follows.
COMMENCEMENT WEEKEND 2021 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Saturday, May 22
In-person Baccalaureate Mass (with overflow space and livestream options)
Saturday, May 22 | 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Eckstein Common (overflow at the Chapel of the Holy Family and Monaghan Ballrooms)
Livestream available via YouTube
Registration and ticketing required; registration is now closed.
Students will be required to show their green COVID Cheq pass
Mass will be celebrated rain or shine from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Eckstein Common (the area bordered by the Alumni Memorial Union, Schroeder Hall and the Dr. E.J. O’Brien Jesuit Residence). Overflow seating with simulcast will be available in the following locations:
- Chapel of the Holy Family, located on the second floor of the Alumni Memorial Union
- Monaghan Ballrooms, located on the third floor of the Alumni Memorial Union
We will follow all COVID-19 protocols, including social distancing and mask requirements.
Virtual Commencement Ceremony
Saturday, May 22 | Immediately following Baccalaureate Mass
Online only — available on the Commencement website
A recorded ceremony will be available on the Commencement website immediately following Baccalaureate Mass. It will include a message from President Lovell, remarks from the Commencement speaker John Ridley, an alumni video message, a closing prayer and the playing of our Alma Mater. Each college and school will have a tab on the website that will include the dean’s message and an optional photo if one was provided of each graduate with their name and degree.
Sunday, May 23
In-person Graduate Recognition Ceremonies
Marquette will host two Graduate Recognition Ceremonies on Sunday, May 23, at American Family Field, home of the Milwaukee Brewers. Every graduate will have their name read and the opportunity to cross the stage to receive their diploma cover.
There will be two ceremonies — one in the morning for undergraduate students and one in the afternoon for graduate students — to help adhere to COVID-19 health and safety guidelines. The Graduate Recognition Ceremonies will also be livestreamed for those who wish to attend virtually.
Undergraduate student ceremony
Sunday, May 23 | 9 a.m.
American Family Field
The event will be ticketed. Each graduate may invite a maximum two guests—registration is required, and tickets are non-transferrable. Due to ticketing requirements, we are not able to accommodate walk-ins. Tickets will be provided at cap and gown pickup.
Registration is now closed.
Graduate student ceremony
Sunday, May 23 | 5 p.m.
American Family Field
Graduate School and Graduate School of Management students
The event will be ticketed. Each graduate may invite a maximum two guests—registration is required, and tickets are non-transferrable. Due to ticketing requirements, we are not able to accommodate walk-ins. Tickets will be provided at cap and gown pickup.
Registration is now closed.
The School of Dentistry and the College of Health Sciences Professional programs will host separate in-person Commencement activities with livestream options for family and friends:
School of Dentistry
Friday, May 21 | 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Monaghan Ballrooms, Alumni Memorial Union
Open to graduates and faculty only — a livestream will be available for family and friends. A photographer will be present.
Physical Therapy
Saturday, May 22 | 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Alumni Memorial Union
Open to graduates and faculty only — a livestream will be available for family and friends. A photographer will be present.
Physician Assistant Studies
Tuesday, May 11 | 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Physician Assistant Studies Facility, Room 220
Open to graduates and faculty only — a livestream will be available for family and friends. A photographer will be present.
Law School
The Marquette University Law School will celebrate the accomplishments of its May and summer 2021 graduates on Sunday, May 23, 2021. More information is on the Law School’s website.
COVID-19 protocols
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, we will follow health and safety protocols. We will enforce strict capacity limits at American Family Field and all on-campus venues. Additionally, per the City of Milwaukee, masks are required at all in-person events.