Congratulations, 2024 August graduates, you did it!
Join us at NKU’s Fall Commencement on Saturday, December 14 to celebrate your achievements.
Please note: both August and December graduates will participate in the ceremonies on December 14. NKU does not hold a separate commencement in August.
Here are your commencement basics:
Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024 // 10 AM
Truist Arena
• College of Arts and Sciences
• College of Informatics
• College of Education
Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024 // 3 PM
Truist Arena
• Haile College of Business
• College of Health and Human Services
You do not have to RSVP if you plan to (or plan not to) participate in the commencement ceremony. Tickets are not required for your guests.
More details on commencement are available at nku.edu/commencement.
We will be sending you more information over the next few months, both via your NKU email and snail mail. Copies of all messages will also be available under “Latest News and Announcements” at nku.edu/commencement.
Tuesday, October 8 and Wednesday, October 9, 2024 // 10 AM – 4 PM
NKU Bookstore // University Center
Win Free Regalia and Diploma Frame at Check-In!
Grad Fair is a one-stop opportunity to get ready for commencement and graduation. Attendance is not required. A few lucky soon-to-be grads will be randomly selected at check-in each day to win free regalia or a diploma frame. More info on Grad Fair
Herff Jones is the approved NKU vendor for commencement items including caps, gowns, tassels, rings and announcements. In order to receive the proper items, you are encouraged to purchase all commencement items through Herff Jones.
Undergraduate and master’s regalia (cap, gown and tassel) will be available for purchase in the NKU Bookstore starting October 8, 2024 through the day of commencement. Master’s degree candidates must also have a hood and tassel in the color that corresponds to the field of study (visit nku.edu/commencement for the full list of colors and programs). The optional NKU stole of gratitude is also available. for an additional cost.
Doctoral regalia must be specially ordered in advance. Doctoral candidates will be contacted by their program director's office with order and pricing information.
Announcements, class rings and diploma frames may be ordered online at the Herff Jones website, www.herffjones.com/college/nku, beginning in late September 2024 or in person at Grad Fair October 8-9, 2024.
If you have any questions please visit the commencement website or contact us at specialevents@nku.edu.
Graduation status, grades or diploma: registrar@nku.edu or (859) 572-5556
Commencement ceremony: commencement website, specialevents@nku.edu or (859) 572-5810
Academic apparel: Herff Jones or NKU Bookstore (859) 572-5142
Have a great day!
Kara Olding
Assistant Director of Special Events
