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Commencement

Friday, May 2

Commencement Mass & Ceremony
MUAC (Plymouth)

  • Mass 2:30 p.m., reception following
  • Commencement ceremony 5 p.m.

Honorary Degree Recipients: Suzie Light (keynote speaker), Tony Ross (posthumous)

Saturday, May 3

Mass & Undergraduate Ceremony
Indianapolis

  • Mass 10 a.m., lunch following
  • Commencement ceremony 1:30 p.m.

Honorary Degree Recipients: Vop Osili (keynote speaker), Mike and Bea Becher, Jock and Penny (posthumous) Fortune, Raul Zavaleta

Travel Alert: May 3. The Mini Marathon may cause delays getting to campus. Check your route and allow extra time.

Sunday, May 4

Graduate and MU-WCOM Ceremony
Indianapolis

  • Commencement ceremony 10 a.m.

Honorary Degree Recipients: Former Governor Eric Holcomb (keynote speaker), Bob and Terry Bowen, Tom Enneking, Ph.D.

schedule of events

Knights Big Splash – May 1

Marian University invites students, faculty, and staff to Knights BIG Splash, a spirited celebration in honor of the soon-to-be graduates of the Class of 2025!

Join us on May 1 at Allison Mansion for an evening filled with:

  • Great food & drinks
  • Fun games & music
  • Celebration of the Class of 2025

Be sure to mark your calendars—this is an event you won’t want to miss!

Please bring a photo ID.

RSVP Information:

Volunteer for Commencement

Indianapolis Campus

Ceremonies will take place in the Arena and Convocation Center. 

Volunteer for Saturday, May 3

Volunteer for Sunday, May 4

Faculty, please complete the 2025 Faculty Commencement Survey.

Commencement Week 2025 Schedule of Events

All ceremonies will have live streaming by Markeys. Overflow seating for ceremonies in Alumni Hall. 

student and faculty
Regalia Ordering
Diplomas and academic honors

 

Additional Information

Campus Map

Browse the campus map PDF to find parking locations and building entrances for commencement weekend.

View Campus Map PDF
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