JSU Commencement - JSU Commencement Exercises

JSU FALL 2024 COMMENCEMENT

We are thrilled to announce our upcoming university commencement ceremony, where we will honor the hard work and dedication of our graduating students. This event marks a significant milestone in the academic and personal journeys of our graduates, and we are excited to celebrate with them and their loved ones.

Our commencement ceremony will recognize the outstanding achievements of our graduates, as they receive their well-deserved diplomas and embark on new chapters in their lives.

The Save the Date below can be downloaded and shared on social media and in email. Click here to download.

Commencement Book

What You Need To Know

FALL 2024 COMMENCEMENT ACTIVITIES

Undergraduate Commencement Rehearsal

Rehearsal: Undergraduate Commencement

Date: Thursday, December 5, 2024

Time: 9:00 a.m.

Location: Lee E. Williams Athletics & Assembly Center

Graduate Commencement Rehearsal

Rehearsal: Graduate Commencement

Date: Thursday, December 5, 2024

Time: 11:00 a.m.

Location: Lee E. Williams Athletics and Assembly Center

Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony

Event: Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony

Date: Friday, December 6, 2024

Time: 9:00 a.m.

Location: Lee E. Williams Athletics & Assembly Center (Doors open at 7:30 a.m.)

Graduate Commencement Ceremony

Event: Graduate Commencement Ceremony

Date: Friday, December 6, 2024

Time: 2:00 p.m.

Location: Lee E. Williams Athletics and Assembly Center (Doors open at 12:45 pm.)

Regalia Orders

Regalia Pick-Up

Commencement Ceremony Pictures

Commencement Rehearsal

COMMENCEMENT PARKING MAP(S)

Graduates and visitors should use the following commencement parking maps to learn more about commencement routes and parking lots available.

In anticipation of high traffic volumes on Parkway, Prentiss, and Lynch Streets between 7:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., attendees are advised to use the Dalton Street booth for entering and exiting the campus to get to their destinations.

Additionally, the Eastview Gate and the John A. Peoples Gate near Lynch Street will also be open for use.”

SAFETY TIPS:

Be aware of other motorists and pedestrians.

Always wear your seatbelt.

Don’t drive distracted.

In case of an emergency, call the Department of Public Safety immediately at (601) 979-2580.

View Commencement Parking Map - AAC

View Virtual Map

Public Safety Guidelines

Graduates and accompanying visitors, please use this guide to ensure safe, memorable, and enjoyable commencement activities.

View JSU’s Commencement Public Safety Guidelines below.

View Public Safety Guidelines

Commencement and Events Guide for Graduate and Guests

Graduates and accompanying visitors, please use this guide to gather more information.

View JSU’s Commencement and Events Guidelines below.

View Commencement and Events Guidelines

Clear Bag Policy

Jackson State University® will implement a clear bag policy this year to provide a safer environment for the public and significantly expedite fan entry into the facility.

View JSU’s Clear Bag Policy below.

View Clear Bag Policy

JSU 2024 Commencement FAQs

Have questions about Commencement exercises, activities, or protocol? We are here to help you navigate.

Find out answers to Commencement questions you may have by clicking the button below. Congratulations graduates!

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Name Pronunciation Guide

Graduates, please use this guide to provide pronunciation tips to the name readers at the Commencement ceremony.

At the ceremony, you will receive a name card that has your name printed on it. In the space provided, please provide pronunciation tips.

Name Pronunciation Guide

ADA Policy (Service/Comfort Animals)

Have questions about the Jackson State University’s ADA policy for service/comfort animals?

Read our ADA policy by clicking the button below. If you have any additional questions, comments, or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us.

ADA Policy (Service/Comfort Animals)

Undergraduate Institutional Exit Survey (Non-jsuonline students)

We ask that non-JSUOnline undergraduate students who are graduating in Fall 2024 complete this JSU Exit Survey to provide feedback about your experiences at JSU.

Undergraduate Institutional Exit Survey (jsuonline students)

We ask that JSUOnline undergraduate students who are graduating in Fall 2024 complete this JSU Exit Survey to provide feedback about your experiences at JSU.