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 on Saturday, May 4, 2024.
Commencement Regalia
Click here to order caps and gowns, diploma frames, graduation rings, and more.
Faculty and staff may rent their regalia here.
The online order deadline is April 4, 2024.
Career and Personal Development is offering to steam regalia for students the week before commencement (April 22-26) during normal business hours in their office in the Siebens Forum.
Commencement 2024 Schedule
8 a.m.-1:45 p.m. | Name Card Pick-Up | Registrar’s Office |
9-10 a.m. | Baccalaureate Service | Schaller Memorial Chapel |
9 a.m.-2 p.m. | BVU Brunch | Sodexo 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 |
Baccalaureate Service
Baccalaureate is an opportunity to celebrate our graduates as whole persons - mind, body, soul, and spirit. There will be readings, worship music with a live band, and a message of hope for the future. All are welcome!
The non-denominational service is at 9 a.m. in Schaller Memorial Chapel.
The doors will open at 8:15 a.m.
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.
BVU Brunch
9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Sodexo Student Dining Siebens Forum
Brunch: $14 per person
Champagne Cocktail Brunch: $18 per person
Card only – no cash
Brunch Menu:
Salad Bar, Omelet Station, Eggs Benedict, Scrambled Eggs, Home Fried Potatoes/Tater Tots, Bacon, Biscuits & Gravy, Chicken Fried Steak, Waffles, Fruit, French Toast, Chocolate Chip Pancakes, Donut Holes, Cinnamon Rolls, Caramel Rolls, Better Than Anything Cake, and Soft Serve Ice Cream.
Looking for a gift for your graduate?
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.
Parking is available in lots B, D, H, I, K, and L. Mobility-accessible designated lots are B & G.
BVU will have golf carts available for guests needing a ride from the parking lot(s) to and from the Siebens Fieldhouse.
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.
Stay tuned for this year's project.