Professional & Graduate Studies Commencement
Class of 2022
It’s time to celebrate all you’ve accomplished at Cornerstone University. You had the drive to complete your degree now you’re ready for the next step in your future. Celebrate with your friends and family at commencement on Saturday, May 7 on campus. Together, we’ll recognize your determination to complete your program.
Schedule
Please see the schedule below for details about commencement this year. Some of these events will require tickets, which are free of charge.
| Date | Time | Ceremony | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, May 7 | 4 p.m. | PGS Commencement | Bernice Hansen Athletic Center or Livestream |
About the Keynote Speaker
This year’s commencement keynote speaker is Dr. Gerson Moreno-Riaño, president of Cornerstone University. For decades, Dr. Moreno-Riaño has been a champion for Christian higher education. He began his teaching career at Cedarville University and joined the academic leadership at Regent University before being inaugurated as Cornerstone University’s 13th president on Oct. 22, 2021. Throughout his career, Dr. Moreno-Riaño has advocated for and worked hard to create a college experience rooted in biblical truth and provides academically excellent programs to see the greatest impact in our world for Christ. He is honored to be presiding over his first commencement ceremony at CU and thrilled to send off this next generation of CU graduates into their callings.
Tickets
Tickets are not required for our commencement events this year, and all events are free of charge.
Caps and Gowns
Information will be communicated to each graduate about how to obtain a cap and gown for their graduation ceremony. Please consult the email for information.
Livestream: Can watch LIVE online on this page.
We are also livestreaming each commencement ceremony! The link will be available on this page on the day of the ceremonies so you can celebrate with your loved ones from wherever you are.
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.
Photography
After the ceremony, go to the PGS GradPix web page to preview and purchase posed photos from the ceremony.