Graduating students standing and waiting during the Commencement ceremony

Winter Commencement for graduate and undergraduate students will take place on Saturday, December 14, at the Kovalchick Convention and Athletic Complex’s Ed Fry Arena.

Live streams of the events will be available.

Undergraduate, Master's, and Doctoral Ceremony

  • 9:30 a.m.

Champagne Toast

Graduates, family, and friends are invited to attend a Commencement Champagne Toast for graduating students. Champagne and non-alcoholic sparkling cider will be available. IUP graduates will receive an IUP Alumni champagne flute, while supplies last. Hosted by the Office of Alumni and Constituent Engagement.

Registration is required

Saturday, December 14

A community communication event has been set up for winter commencement to provide students, families, and guests with general reminders, inclement weather advisories, parking updates, or emergency information. To opt in to this system, please text IUPDECGRAD24 to 888-777.


Previous Ceremonies

Relive the excitement of Commencement through photos and videos from previous ceremonies

News

Pennsylvania Cable News Network to Air IUP Commencement Ceremony

The Pennsylvania Cable News Network will air IUP’s May 11 2:00 p.m. undergraduate ceremony on PCN at 1:10 p.m. on June 6.