![and College Recognition Ceremonies](/commencement/images/commencement-overview.jpg)
Commencement
and College Recognition Ceremonies
To celebrate graduates, WKU's Spring Commencement Ceremony will be held on Thursday, May 2, 2024 with College Recognition Ceremonies on Friday, May 3, 2024.
All graduates and families are encouraged and welcome to attend.
![Commencement graduate waiting red towel](/commencement/images/commencement-card-1.jpg)
Houchens Industries - L.T. Smith Stadium
As the official commencement ceremony of WKU, graduates from across all academic colleges will be honored. The event begins with Topper Walk, where graduates take their final walk down the Hill on the Avenue of Champions.
![Western Kentucky University graduate receiving diploma at a College Recognition Ceremony](/commencement/images/college-recognition-ceremonies-1.jpg)
E.A. Diddle Arena
WKU's five academic colleges will host ceremonies where students will walk up for individual recognition, greet the university president, take their graduate photo, and more.
![Western Kentucky University graduate receiving stole at ISEC Graduation Celebration](/commencement/images/isec-graduation.jpg)
Information for our guests
Learn more about parking, directions, lodging, and more.
Countdown to 2024 Commencement Ceremony
Thursday, May 2, 2024
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