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10/23/2025 - NKU December 2025 commencement deadlines and information

Dear graduate,

Commencement is almost here! Here's what you need to know to celebrate in person. 

Guests and seating:

  • No tickets required; seating is first-come, first-served.
  • Doors open 90 minutes before the ceremony. Bag checks apply.
  • Wrapped gifts, balloons, signs, noisemakers, outside food and beverages, personal drink containers, and large umbrellas are not permitted in Truist Arena.

Parking and accessibility:

  • All campus lots and garages are free on Dec. 13.
  • Drop-off is available at the circle drive off Nunn Drive. Accessible parking is in Lot O and the Truist Arena Garage.

Regalia deadlines:

  • Oct. 29: Last day to order custom tailored doctoral regalia.
  • Nov. 7: Last day to place an online order for regalia. 
  • Dec 13: Undergraduate and master's regalia will be available at the NKU Bookstore.

Additional information:

  • Class Gift: Make your Class Gift of $20.25 to the area of campus that means the most to you and receive a NKU Philanthropist stole. Learn more at nku.edu/classgift.
  • Victor's Salute: Register for Victor's Salute to Graduates, a program that celebrates all graduating students.

For complete commencement details, including guest policies, seating and FAQs, click here.

With Norse pride,
Kara Olding
Associate Director, Alumni Engagement and Special Events