Commencement
Congratulations on your achievements, Hornets!
Emporia State University Commencement Information
We are excited to celebrate the success of the May 2023 graduates with the commencement ceremonies!
- PhD, EdS and Master’s students will be recognized at 6 p.m. Friday, May 12, 2023.
- Undergraduate students in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences receiving a Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies, Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, or Bachelor of Science (does not include Secondary Education) will be recognized at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, May 13, 2023.
- Undergraduate students in the School of Business receiving a Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, or a Bachelor of Science in Business will be recognized at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 13. 2023.
- Undergraduate students in The Teachers College receiving a Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, or Bachelor of Science in Education (Elementary and Secondary) will be recognized at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 13, 2023.
All ceremonies will be held at White Auditorium, 111 E. Sixth Ave.
Live stream links
View the Spring 2023 Commencement Program

Graduating Students information
Information you need to know as a student graduating from Emporia State.

Alumni Resources + Info
As a member of the Alumni Association, you have access to special events, resources and benefits reserved just for Hornet Alumni.

Faculty Information
Information for faculty attending the 2021 Commencement ceremonies. Faculty may rent regalia from the ESU Memorial Union Bookstore.