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Welcome to the 2025 Commencement Events for the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University. As more details are available, they will be added to this page. Parents and Families can also find this information on CSB+SJU Family Connect.
Graduating students will be sent an email in late February with details on how to purchase tickets for the events listed below.
| DATE | EVENT | DETAILS |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, March 26 | SJU Grad Finale | This is the opportunity to pick up cap and gown anytime between 11 a.m.-5 p.m. in the SJU Bookstore. |
| Thursday, March 27 | CSB Grad Finale | This is the opportunity to pick up cap and gown anytime between 11 a.m.-5 p.m. in Mary Commons. |
| Saturday, April 26 from 7:30-10:30 p.m. in Clemens Fieldhouse at CSB | Senior Celebration | This year, for the first time ever, we will host the entire senior class for a night of dancing, drinks, dessert and celebrating with loved ones! There will be a cash bar, the musical stylings of the Riverside Hitmen, lots of photo opportunities AND students will be able to invite TWO guests. An email will be sent to all seniors and their families the end of February, so keep an eye on your emails for that information. Get ready to dance the night away and celebrate in style! |
| Sunday, April 27 | Senior Brunch | Graduates and their families/friends will enjoy brunch at either Gorecki or The Reef. Both locations will be open. |
| Sunday, April 27 | CSB Senior Dinner (students only) | Students are invited to their CSB Senior Social and CSB Senior Dinner with President Brian Bruess. Join in community with their classmates, learn about being an alumna and enjoy a complimentary dinner in celebration of their accomplishments! Registration details will be sent in February. |
| Sunday, April 27 | SJU Senior Dinner (students only) | Students are invited to celebrate the accomplishments of the SJU Class of 2025 at the President’s Senior Dinner! Dating back decades, this gathering is about celebrating our senior class and their legacy going forward as the Class of 2025. In addition to the Class of 2025, attendees include President Brian Bruess, members of the Saint John’s University Alumni Association, department chairs, faculty residents, coaches, and others from our Saint John’s community. Registration details will be sent in February. |
| Thursday, May 15 | Senior Farewell (students only) | Seniors, this event is just for you! The Center for Student Leadership & Engagement invites all graduating seniors to join us. We will share a meal, there will be prizes, many laughs, and maybe a few tears. It will be an evening to remember! |
| Friday, May 16 | Baccalaureate Mass | Graduates together with their guests, please join us at 5:30 p.m. in the Abbey and University Church for a Baccalaureate Mass, celebrating you, our graduates! Doors open at 4:45 p.m. |
| Saturday, May 17 | CSB Commencement Breakfast | 8-10 a.m. in Gorecki Dining Center. Graduates will receive information in late February regarding the researvation process for this event. Reservations times are: 8am, 8:30 am, 9:00 am and 9:30. Reservations are required. Check in will be at the front desk no physical tickets are issued. |
| Saturday, May 17 | CSB Commencement Ceremony | 11 a.m. Saturday, May 17, in the HCC Field House. Graduates will receive information via email in late February regarding guest tickets. Additional seating for non-ticketed guests is available in Escher Auditorium in the BAC. |
| Saturday, May 17 | SJU Commencement Lunch | 12-2 p.m. in Guild Hall. Graduates will receive information in late February regarding the reservation process for this event. Reservations are required. |
| Saturday, May 17 | SJU Commencement Ceremony | Saturday, May 17, 3 p.m. in the Abbey and University Church. Graduates will receive information via email in late February regarding guest tickets. Additional seating for non-ticketed guests in available in the Stephen B. Humphrey Auditorium. |