EdD Hooding Ceremony and Reception
May 14, 2026
5 - 6pm | Eastvold Auditorium | Karen Hille Phillips Center | PLU
HOODING CEREMONY:
- Street parking or park in unmarked parking spots in PLU lots. Do not leave anything visible in cars. Please lock car doors.
- Candidates should arrive at 4:30 in gown
- Bring cap for photos, bring the hood/carry it – candidates will be hooded at the ceremony
- If candidates need a cap & gown, please contact Allison
- Directions to Karen Hille Phillips Center
6 - 7 pm | Regency Room | AUC 203 | PLU
RECEPTION:
- Please move into the University Center as soon as the Hooding Ceremony concludes.
- Drinks and appetizers will be served at the reception.
Commencement Ceremonies
May 21, 2026
7 pm | Olson Gym | PLU
COLLEGE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES COMMENCEMENT CEREMONIES:
- Advise families/friends to arrive early (doors open at 6pm)
- Candidates line up for graduation at 6pm
- Shuttles are available from further parking lots
- Limited accessible seating
- Directions to Olson
Congratulations, GRADS!



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