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May Commencement

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May Commencement is the crowning finish to the academic year and a time to recognize the outstanding graduating students of Pacific University. Join us on May 16, 2026 to celebrate their graduation. 

May Commencement features two ceremonies:

  • The morning ceremony celebrates graduating undergraduate students in the Division and College of Undergraduate Studies.
  • The afternoon ceremony celebrates graduate and professional program students in the Graduate and Professional Division in the College of Graduate Studies, College of Health Professions, and College of Optometry.

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Forest Grove, Lincoln Park Athletic Complex, Hanson Stadium

The 9 a.m. May Commencement ceremony is the culmination of years of academic work for Pacific University undergraduate programs. We are proud to celebrate in-person the achievements of our graduating students.

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Forest Grove, Lincoln Park Athletic Complex, Hanson Stadium

The 1:30 p.m. May Commencement ceremony is the culmination of years of academic and clinical work for Pacific University graduate and professional programs. We are proud to celebrate in-person the achievements of our graduating students.