Cornerstone University
Commencement
The hard work paid off. The papers are written, and the books are put away. The time is here to celebrate. On May 9, we joined together in honoring the Class of 2026 at the 84th Commencement of Cornerstone University. Together, we recognized our outstanding graduates and the work they put in to achieve their goals. As they take this next step, we rallied around them and lifted them up in prayer and praise for all the LORD has done in their lives.
This year’s graduation ceremony took place on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at 10 a.m. on campus. Doors opened for all guests at 9 a.m. Families joined us as we celebrated the graduates of 2026! See the information below for details regarding the Commencement Ceremony on May 9 and a recording of the ceremony.
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Commencement Weekend Schedule
| Date | Event | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, May 8 | Breakfast for Undergraduate Graduates | 8:30-9:30 a.m. | Dining Commons |
| Friday, May 8 | Honors Celebration | 10 a.m. | Christ Chapel |
| Friday, May 8 | Bachelor of Science in Nursing Pinning Ceremony | 1-2 p.m. | Christ Chapel |
| Saturday, May 9 | Commencement Ceremony | 10 a.m. | Bernice Hansen Athletic Center |
Ceremony Livestream
A livestream of the 84th Commencement of Cornerstone University on May 9, 2026, is available below.
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 click below.
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!
Commencement Speaker: Coach E (Kim Elders)
For more than three decades, Kim Elders, head coach of the Golden Eagles Men’s Basketball program, has invested his life in students at Cornerstone University through leadership marked by award-winning excellence, faith, and service. On May 9, he will address graduates and their families as the speaker for Cornerstone University’s Commencement ceremony, celebrating the achievements of the Class of 2026.
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