McNEESE STATE UNIVERSITY
Commencement exercises will be held at the Townsley Law Arena (700 E McNeese St, Lake Charles, LA 70607). Ceremony times for each college are listed on the main Commencement page.
All students participating in graduation must wear appropriate academic regalia (i.e., cap and gown). When completing the Application for Degree, students will be asked to provide personal information to ensure their caps and gowns are properly fitted.
Students may collect their regalia during GradFest.
Students unable to attend GradFest will have two options to receive their regalia. Beginning the Monday after GradFest (NO EARLIER!):
Caps can be decorated, but gowns cannot! See the Commencement Policy for more information.
All graduates should wear clothing appropriate to the significance of the occasion.
Admission:
Safety and security:
An elevator is available on the northwest corner of the Townsley Law Arena lobby.
Upper-level seating areas at the Townsley Law Arena feature accessible seating for guests in wheeled chairs or guests unable to use stairs. Space on these landings is limited, so guests wishing to sit on the landings are encouraged to arrive early.
Please observe the following guidelines:
Refer to the map below for parking information. Overflow parking for guests will be available on the main campus, in the parking lot on the east side of Drew Hall, or in the parking garage.
University and local law enforcement officials will be on hand during commencement exercises. Should an emergency occur, law enforcement officials will respond. Should an evacuation of the facility be necessary, attendees will be notified of evacuation procedures, and law enforcement officials will assist in maintaining the safety and security of everyone present during the evacuation.
I am a McNeese graduate with a bachelor's degree in Family and Consumer Science and a concentration in Child and Family Studies. As a student, I competed on the rodeo team and served on the SGA board. I earned my master’s degree in 2022 from the University of South Dakota in Educational Administration and Leadership with a concentration in Adult and Higher Ed. I have over 13 years of experience in adult education and 20 years of educational experience.
My favorite part of being a Freshman Advisor is helping students navigate their new life routine as a college freshman by offering support with in-person office visits or by email to help students meet their goals. I always remind students of my favorite BB King quote – “Education is one thing no one can ever take away from you.” I believe that supporting students is vital to a student's success.
In my spare time, I raise registered American Brahman cattle, and I enjoy all the "country girl" things like hunting, fishing, growing a garden and cooking.