Commencement

Fall 2026 Commencement

Event	Date & Time	Location
GradFest	Wednesday, November 18, 2026 10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.	Richard Student Union Memorial Ballroom #28 on the campus map
Rehearsals Graduates must arrive 30 minutes prior to their rehearsal.	Thursday, December 17, 2026 Times TBD	Townsley Law Arena (formerly Legacy Center) 700 E. McNeese St. Lake Charles, LA 70607
Ceremonies Graduates must arrive 45 minutes prior to their ceremony. Doors open for guests 1½ hours prior to each ceremony. Tickets are not required* for guest admission.*	Friday, December 18, 2026 Times TBD	Townsley Law Arena (formerly Legacy Center) 700 E. McNeese St. Lake Charles, LA 70607

The commencement ceremonies will be livestreamed on the McNeese YouTube channel for guests who are unable to attend in person.

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