Commencement 2010
Northwestern University's 152nd Commencement will be held at 6 PM Friday, June 18, 2010, at Ryan Field. The ceremony will be held outdoors and is expected to last two hours.

The distribution of diplomas will take place at individual school convocations Saturday, June 19, 2010.

In the event of light rain, Friday's ceremony will remain outdoors, and guests and participants are advised to be prepared for the weather. Should there be severe weather, the ceremony may be moved indoors. Severe Weather Plan announcements will be made at the President's Reception at Norris University Center and throughout Friday afternoon on radio station WNUR 89.3 FM as well as on the Northwestern University homepage.

Visitors are urged to periodically consult this site as information may be subject to change. Updates will appear as they become available.

If you have questions, please call the Office of Special Events at 847-491-3600 or send an e-mail to