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.
Ms. Anna Grace Bizzle is an Academic Advisor for the College of Nursing and Health Professions. She earned her Bachelor’s and Master's degrees in Secondary Education from Mississippi State University. Her favorite part of advising at McNeese is being a resource for students as they get used to the expectations of college and helping students pursue their degrees at such a wonderful school.