Cornerstone University
Commencement
The hard work has paid off. The papers are written, and the books are put away. Now, it’s time to celebrate. Join us in honoring the Class of 2025 at the 83rd Commencement of Cornerstone University. Together, we’ll recognize our outstanding graduates and the work they put in to achieve their goals. As they take this next step, we’ll rally around them and lift them up in prayer and praise for all the LORD has done in their lives.
This year’s commencement ceremony will take place on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at 10 a.m. on campus. Doors open for all guests at 9 a.m. Your family is invited to join as we celebrate the graduates of 2025! See the information below for details regarding tickets for the Commencement Ceremony on May 10 and livestream viewing for additional family members.
Cornerstone is a latex-free campus. Please keep this in mind when bringing gifts for your graduate.
Commencement Weekend Schedule
| Date | Event | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, May 9 | Breakfast for Graduates (Graduates Only) | 8:30 a.m. | Dining Commons |
| Friday, May 9 | Honors Celebration | 10 a.m. | Christ Chapel |
| Friday, May 9 | Bachelor of Science in Nursing Pinning Ceremony | 1-2 p.m. | Christ Chapel |
| Saturday, May 10 | Commencement With Guest Speaker Edward Graham | 10 a.m. | Bernice Hansen Athletic Center |
Ceremony Livestream
A link to livestream the 83rd Commencement of Cornerstone University will be available below prior to the event date.
Graduate Information
Graduates should arrive at 9 a.m. on May 10 to line up in the auxiliary gym. Graduate must enter the Bernice Hansen Athletic Center through the auxiliary gym door. The ceremony will last approximately two hours.
Tickets for Guests
Graduates are eligible to reserve up to four tickets for their guests. Graduates will receive information via email to reserve up to four tickets for their guests.
Tickets for Graduates
Graduates are required to have a ticket for Commencement 2025. Graduates will receive information via email to reserve their ceremony ticket.
Ticket Information
Tickets are required for the 2025 Commencement ceremony on May 10. Each guest must have a ticket to enter the Bernice Hansen Athletic Center. Children aged 2 or younger do not need a ticket. Each ticket will only be scannable once. Reentry is not permitted.
Tickets for Guests
Graduates are eligible to reserve up to four tickets for their guests. Graduates will receive information via email to reserve up to four tickets for their guests. Graduates must claim tickets for their guests.
Tickets for Graduates
Graduates are required to have a ticket for Commencement 2025. Graduates will receive information via email to reserve their ceremony ticket.
Limited Mobility/Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Seating options are available for those with limited mobility and their family members. Chairs will be set up on the walking track on the main floor of the Bernice Hansen Athletic Center. The hospitality team will provide directional help upon your arrival.
Overflow Seating
A ticket is required to enter the Bernice Hansen Athletic Center. Those who do not have a ticket will be directed to the overflow seating in Christ Chapel. This additional seating in Christ Chapel is within walking distance to the Bernice Hansen Athletic Center and will be playing a high-quality livestream of the ceremony.
Parking
Parking will be available in Lot A connected to the Bernice Hansen Athletic Center with overflow parking in Lots D, E, F, J and G. Directional volunteers will help guide parking. For a detailed map of campus and parking lots.
Graduate Gifts from the Campus Store
Celebrate your graduate’s accomplishments with new Cornerstone gear from the Campus Bookstore!
Flowers
Flowers are a great way to celebrate and honor your graduate in a thoughtful way! We will have flowers available to order for graduates. Our partner Posh Petals is offering three beautiful bouquet styles. Bouquets can be picked up at the door on the day of the ceremonies so you can present them to your proud graduate.
Professional Photographs of Graduates
Your graduate is being professionally photographed by GradPix. Register and view your graduate’s photos on the GradPix website!
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