Celebrating Our Graduates
Commencement
Buena Vista University's Commencement ceremonies are held annually, at the conclusion of our Spring Semester. Our next Commencement ceremony will be held Saturday, May 6, 2023.
Commencement Regalia
Click here to order cap and gowns, diploma covers, graduation rings, and more. Faculty and staff may rent their regalia here.
Commencement Photography
Ceremony Photos is pleased to provide complimentary photography services to each graduate who crosses the stage during the Commencement ceremony. Following the ceremonies, proofs of photos will be available to view and purchase. All ceremony participants will receive an email and link to view their proofs.
Any questions can be addressed to service@ceremonyphotos.com.
Commencement 2023 Schedule
| 8 a.m.-2 p.m. | Name Card Pick-Up | Registrar’s Office |
| 9-10 a.m. | Baccalaureate Service | Siebens Fieldhouse |
| 9 a.m.-2 p.m. | BVU Brunch | Student Dining |
| 10:30 a.m. | Line Up for master’s degree program graduates | Lawn in front of Schaller Memorial Chapel by school In case of rain, line up will take place inside Schaller Memorial Chapel |
| 11 a.m. | Master’s Degree Commencement Ceremony | Siebens Fieldhouse |
| 1:30 p.m. | Line Up for bachelor’s degree program graduates | Lawn in front of Schaller Memorial Chapel by school In case of rain, line up will take place inside Schaller Memorial Chapel |
| 2 p.m. | Bachelor’s Degree Commencement Ceremony | Siebens Fieldhouse |
Looking for a gift for your graduate?
Gown Steaming & Career Services
Career and Leadership Development is offering gown steaming during the week of graduation (May 1-5) for students, along with post-graduate assistance for job seeking and information about reporting their outcomes. Students can contact Mandi Mollring (MollringA@bvu.edu) or Sami Kay (KayS@bvu.edu) for more information.
BVU Brunch
Saturday, May 6, 2023 | 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Student Dining, Siebens Forum
PRICE:
Brunch $12 per person
Champagne Cocktail Brunch $15 per person
Card payment only – no cash accepted.
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Featuring an Omelet Station, Eggs Benedict, French Toast, Cinnamon Rolls, and more!
Visiting Campus
Explore our academic and residential buildings on our campus map or take the virtual tour. Get step-by-step driving directions to campus.
Senior Class Campaign
Since 1992, each BVU senior class has come together to raise funds toward a gift for the university. The senior class campaign is an opportunity for students to begin a lifelong tradition of giving back to BVU, showing support for the University’s continued growth and success.
