Commencement Schedule

This is a tentative schedule. More events and details to be added.

Thursday, May 18, 2023

Senior Beach Bash

Conquest Beach, Centreville, MD
2:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Friday, May 19, 2023

Senior Class Luncheon

This event is for members of the Class of 2023. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate additional guests.
Miller Library Terrace (Rain location: TBD)
12:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.

Commencement Rehearsal

This rehearsal is mandatory for any graduate planning to participate in the commencement ceremony. Graduates who fail to attend rehearsal will not be allowed to participate in commencement. If you have questions or concerns, please email registrarFREEwashcoll.

Cap and gown distribution will take place at rehearsal. Each student will also be given a graduation packet including 6 tickets to use in the event of inclement weather for Sunday’s ceremony.
Johnson Fitness Center Field House
1:45 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.

(For Senior Varsity Athletes Only)

Hodson Boathouse

4:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m.

Dinner in the Dining Hall

Graduates on the meal plan may use a meal swipe, all others may purchase tickets at the door.
Hodson Hall Second Floor Dining

4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Sophie Kerr Prize Announcement

Hotchkiss Recital Hall, Gibson Center for the Arts
7:30 p.m.

Watch Live on Youtube at:

https://youtube.com/live/ZHbDogU4INI?feature=share

Saturday, May 20, 2023

Tour of the Chester River on the Callinectes

Reservations must be made in advance.
Click here to reserve your ticket:
River tours
Hodson Boathouse Dock
09:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

 Picnic $15 per person

(register with alumni relations)

Hodson Boathouse

12:00 noon - 2:00 p.m.

Alumni Toast to the Class of 2023 with Parents, Honoring Legacy Graduates

Hosted by Alumni Engagement

Miller Library Terrace

(Rain location : The EGG)

4:00 p.m - 6:00 p.m.

Commencement Dinner

Graduates free, all others may purchase tickets at the door.
Hodson Hall Second Floor Dining

4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Family Party

DJ Buck, Ice Cream, Snacks and cash bar.

Hodson Hall Commons
8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Sunday, May 21, 2023

Breakfast for Seniors and Families

Graduates free, all others may purchase tickets at the door.
Hodson Hall Second Floor Dining
7:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Graduates Report for Line-up

John S. Toll Science Center

9:00 a.m.

Washington College's 240^th Commencement Ceremony