2025 Commencement Week Schedule of Events

Thursday, May 29

Nursing Student Toast

4 p.m., Building 2 foyer (Portland campus)

An opportunity for nursing students to celebrate together after finals and clinicals are completed. Toasts will be given by Dean Paul Smith and student leaders. After the scheduled toasts, the floor will be opened to anyone who would like to give a toast. No regalia required.

Friday, May 30

Athletic Stole Ceremony

11 a.m., Ted Wilson Gymnasium

This event is by invitation only. Recognizing Linfield's senior student-athletes. Casual dress recommended.

McMinnville Senior Toast

4 p.m., W.M. Keck Science Center patio (McMinnville campus)

An opportunity for graduating students to celebrate together after finals and clinicals are completed. Toasts will be given by students selected by the student speaker committee. No regalia required.

Saturday, May 31

Baccalaureate

2 p.m., Richard and Lucille Ice Auditorium

Baccalaureate is a traditional event often held in conjunction with university graduations. The ceremony will consist of music and readings. Baccalaureate is rooted in religious traditions. Linfield's Baccalaureate will draw from a variety of faith traditions and will be open to everyone. Faculty and graduates are asked to wear their academic regalia.

Senior Awards

3:30 p.m., Ted Wilson Gymnasium

Select graduating seniors will be honored with various departmental or leadership awards. Students, faculty and families are encouraged to attend this event and to celebrate the accomplishments of the Class of 2024. Not all graduating students will be receiving awards. Those being honored will receive an email notification a week prior to the event. No academic regalia required. Business casual attire recommended.

Sunday, June 1

Commencement Ceremony

10 a.m., Oak Grove

Review more ceremony details for graduates, families and faculty.

Nursing Pinning Ceremony

1:30 p.m., Oak Grove

Review more Pinning details for graduates, families and faculty.