Commencement Ceremony

We are always excited to celebrate the newest graduates of Minnesota State University Moorhead. MSUM holds commencement ceremonies twice per year, one after both fall and spring semester. We hope the commencement information below helps you enjoy the event.

Spring Semester 2025 Commencement
Friday, May 16, 2025
Nemzek Hall

9:00 - 10:30 am First Ceremony

Reception immediately following the ceremony outside Nemzek Hall.

12:30 - 1:00 pm Nursing Pinning Ceremony

Hansen Theatre, Roland Dille Center for the Arts

2:00 - 3:30 pm Second Ceremony

Reception immediately following the ceremony outside Nemzek Hall.

Streaming

Links to watch the ceremonies live will be provided here closer to the event date.

Location details

All spring 2025 commencement ceremonies are held on campus at Nemzek Hall. This is not a ticketed event, and there is no limit on the number of guests a graduate is allowed to bring.

Parking

Parking on campus will be free the entire day of commencement. Individuals with a special needs parking sticker can park in lots G-8 and G-9. In the event that these lots are full, please plan for the individual with special needs to be dropped off at Nemzek Hall.

Places to Stay, Dine and Celebrate

Check out local lodging and restaurant listings at the F-M Area Convention & Visitors Bureau website.

Commemorative Commencement Program

Dragons are committed to sustainability. The program you received at the commencement ceremony was designed and printed to reduce environmental impact. Commemorative copies of the full program can be ordered on demand for $10 by emailing printing@mnstate.edu.