December 2026 Schedule

Cultural Celebrations (with the School of Health Sciences) & Evening Reception

Affinity and Identity graduation ceremonies details will be posted in Fall 2026 for the December celebrations.

Lavender Graduation

¡Celebremos! Graduates Take Flight

Donning of the Kente

Dean’s Reception

Commencement Exercises

Friday, December 11, 2026
10 a.m.
Alumni Gym at Elon University
Elon, North Carolina

Photography during Commencement

Professional photographers will capture images of each graduate during the hooding and awarding of degrees. Photo proofs will be available online through GradImages a few days after the ceremony. Visit their website for information.