Students sitting at commencement in blue gowns

For the Media

Celebrating Our Graduates

The Class of 2026 is graduating! This is a momentous occasion for our graduates, their families, and our entire community. We are excited to share this celebration with you and provide you with all the information you need to cover the event.

Thank you for your interest in Commencement at WNE!

General Information

Student at commencement

Undergraduate Commencement

May 14, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

  • Interim President Michael B. Alexander
  • Keynote Speaker: Marty Walsh
  • Student Speaker: Camden Kaufmann
Student at commencement

Graduate Commencement

May 14, 2026 at 3:00 p.m.

  • Interim President Michael B. Alexander
  • Keynote Speaker: Sheryl McQuade G’94

Contact Information

Molly Watson
Director of Communications & Public Relations

413-454-3926
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