Commencement Information for Faculty

As an integral part of the St. John's University experience for our graduates, faculty are invited to participate in the academic procession at this year's Commencement Exercises. Here, you can find information regarding this year's ceremonies.

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Graduate-Level Commencement Exercises

Registration is required to participate in the Graduate-Level Commencement Exercises. Please visit and complete our online registration form here by Thursday, May 16, 2024.

If you are graduating and will process as a graduating student at Commencement, please register through MarchingOrder. An e-mail will be sent to you with instructions on how to register and purchase attire.

Date and TimeCeremony
Friday, May 17, 2024
10 a.m. 
Graduate-Level Commencement Exercises for
     St. John's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
     College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
     The Lesley H. and William L. Collins
     College of Professional Studies
Carnesecca Arena, Queens Campus
Friday, May 17, 2024
4 p.m. 
Graduate-Level Commencement Exercises for
     The Peter J. Tobin College of Business
     The School of Education
Carnesecca Arena, Queens Campus
Saturday, May 18, 2024
4 p.m.

Queens Baccalaureate Mass
St. Thomas More Church, Queens Campus

Staten Island Baccalaureate Mass
Upper Level, Student Campus Center
Staten Island Campus

 

Friday, May 17, 2024
10 a.m.

Assembly Information: 
Faculty are asked to arrive in Taffner Field House for check-in and line-up instructions.
Location: Taffner Field House
Arrival Time: 8:30 a.m.

Rented Attire Information: 
For faculty who ordered attire online through Herff Jones or need attire for the ceremony.
Location: Marillac Terrace
Pick-up: 7 - 8:30 a.m.
Drop-off: until 8 p.m.

Commencement Exercises:
Location: Carnesecca Arena
Event Time: 10 a.m.

Faculty will march in the academic procession from Taffner Field House into Carnesecca Arena and will be seated in the designated faculty seating section. The procession will begin promptly at 9:30 a.m.

Frequently Asked Questions:

How can I rent academic attire?

  • Information regarding the rental of academic attire can be found here.

Will graduate names be called?

  • Graduates will receive a GradPass from MarchingOrder, that allows for the graduate's name and degree to appear on the screen and allows for the reading of their pre-recorded name as they walk across the stage.

Will Doctoral Students receive special recognition?

  • Doctoral Candidates will be hooded on stage and will return to the student seating area.

Will parking be available?

  • Parking is available on campus. Please note that guests and students will be asked to enter Gate 3 and park under in the general lot next to Belson Stadium. 
  • Download the campus map (PDF).

Friday, May 17, 2024
4 p.m.

Assembly Information: 
Faculty are asked to arrive in Taffner Field House for check-in and line-up instructions.
Location: Taffner Field House
Arrival Time: 2:30 p.m.

Rented Attire Information: 
For faculty who ordered attire online through Herff Jones or need attire for the ceremony.
Location: Marillac Terrace
Pick-up: 1 - 2:30 p.m.
Drop-off: until 8 p.m.

Commencement Exercises:
Location: Carnesecca Arena
Event Time: 4 p.m.

Faculty will march in the academic procession from Taffner Field House into Carnesecca Arena and will be seated on stage. The procession will begin promptly at 3:30 p.m.

Frequently Asked Questions:

How can I rent academic attire?

  • Information regarding the rental of academic attire can be found here.

Will graduate names be called?

  • Graduates will receive a GradPass from MarchingOrder, that allows for the graduate's name and degree to appear on the screen and allows for the reading of their pre-recorded name as they walk across the stage.

Will Doctoral Students from The School of Education receive special recognition?

  • Doctoral Candidates will be hooded on stage and will return to the student seating area.

Will parking be available?

  • Parking is available on campus. Please note that guests and students will be asked to enter Gate 3 and park under in the general lot next to Belson Stadium. 
  • Download the campus map (PDF).

Undergraduate-Level Commencement Exercises

Registration is required to participate in the Undergraduate-Level Commencement Exercises. Please visit and complete our online registration form here by Thursday, May 16, 2024.

If you are graduating and will process as a graduating student at Commencement, please register through MarchingOrder. An e-mail will be sent to you with instructions on how to register and purchase attire.

Date and TimeCeremony
Saturday, May 18, 2024  
4 p.m. 

Queens Baccalaureate Mass
St. Thomas More Church, Queens Campus

Staten Island Baccalaureate Mass
Upper Level, Student Campus Center, Staten Island Campus

Sunday, May 19, 2024
10 a.m.
Undergraduate-Level Commencement Exercises
(for Queens, Staten Island and Manhattan students)
Great Lawn, Queens Campus

Sunday, May 19, 2024
10 a.m.

Assembly Information: 
Faculty are asked to arrive in the Welcome Center for check-in and line-up instructions.
Location: Welcome Center
Arrival Time: 8:30 a.m.

Rented Attire Information: 
For faculty who ordered attire online through Herff Jones or need attire for the ceremony.
Location: Marillac Terrace
Pick-up: 7 - 8:30 a.m.
Drop-off: 12:30 - 2 p.m.

Commencement Exercises:
Location: Great Lawn, Queens Campus
Event Time: 10 a.m.

Faculty will march in the academic procession from the Welcome Center to the stage on the Great Lawn and will be seated on stage and floor seating. The procession will begin promptly at 9:15 a.m.

How can I rent academic attire?

  • Information regarding the rental of academic attire can be found here.

Will graduate names be called?

  • Graduates will receive a GradPass from MarchingOrder, that allows for the graduate's name and degree to appear on the screen and allows for the reading of their pre-recorded name as they walk across the stage.

What happens in the event of inclement weather?

  • The Commencement Exercises will be held on the Great Lawn, rain or shine.
  • If the ceremony is underway and severe weather conditions exist, the ceremony may be abbreviated and the calling of student names may be omitted from the program.
  • If the ceremony cannot be held due to extreme or dangerous weather, the ceremony may be cancelled.
  • Every reasonable effort will be made to hold the ceremony as planned.

Will parking be available?

  • Parking is available on campus. Please allow yourself ample time to find parking and walk to the assembly area as guests will also be parking on campus and there may be a shortage of parking spots.
  • Faculty and guests can also park on our neighborhood streets. Please be sure to follow all NYC parking regulations where applicable.
  • Download the campus map (PDF).