Office of the Registrar

Ceremony Information

Spring 2026 Commencement Information To Be Announced

 

Here are some important points to note regarding the Spring 2025 commencement ceremony:

Location:  Lakefront Arena 6801 Franklin Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70122
Time:  10:00 am
  • There are no restrictions to the number of guests graduates can invite.
  • Doors to the venue will open to attending guests at 9:30 am.
  • Graduates are prohibited from decorating their academic regalia.
  • The Lakefront Arena has a clear bag policy. Clear bags no larger than 12"x6"x12" and small handheld bags no larger than 5"x7" are permitted.
  • Go to our Commencement FAQ page for more information.

Spring 2026 Pre-commencement Ceremonies To Be Announced

school of allied health

Wednesday, May 14, 2025
10:00am
Lion's Eye Building, Room 130
2020 Gravier St.
New Orleans, LA 70112

school of dentistry

Wednesday, May 14, 2025
3:30Pm
Lakefront Arena
6801 Franklin Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70122

 

School of Graduate Studies

Wednesday, May 14, 2025
9:30am
Human Development Center, Chancellor's Dining Room 335
411 S. prieur St.
New Orleans, LA 70112

School of Medicine

Wednesday, May 14, 2025
12:00Pm
Lakefront Arena
6801 Franklin Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70122

 

School of Nursing
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
8:30Am
Lakefront Arena
6801 Franklin Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70122

School of Public Health

Wednesday, May 14, 2025
3:00Pm
Human Development Center, Chancellor's Dining Room 335
411 S. Prieur St.
New Orleans, LA 70112