Schedule of Events

10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Grad Photo Day 1

Photographers from Grad Photos will be on campus in Blanton Park to take photos of seniors graduating this Spring, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with a break from 12:30-1 p.m. Students do not need to have their regalia to participate; however, regalia will be available to borrow for students who have not yet secured theirs. Email proofs of the photos taken will be sent to the email address provided to Grad Photos by the student. In the event of inclement weather, the photos will be taken inside the Atheneum Hall Alumni Center. Click here, to sign up for a time slot. This event is sponsored by Advancement and Alumni Engagement.

Blanton Park

10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Grad Photo Day 2

Photographers from Grad Photos will be on campus in Blanton Park to take photos of seniors graduating this Spring, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with a break from 12:30-1 p.m. Students do not need to have their regalia to participate; however, regalia will be available to borrow for students who have not yet secured theirs. Email proofs of the photos taken will be sent to the email address provided to Grad Photos by the student. In the event of inclement weather, the photos will be taken inside the Atheneum Hall Alumni Center. Click here, to sign up for a time slot. This event is sponsored by Advancement and Alumni Engagement.

Blanton Park

10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Grad Fair

Grad Fair, sponsored by Advancement and Alumni Engagement, is an event dedicated to preparing the Spring Class of 2024 for the commencement ceremonies. Students are urged to stop by any time between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., to take care of all their commencement needs. Click here, to see a list of vendors and departments that will be at Grad Fair.

Lib Jackson Student Center Rotunda

5:30 p.m.

Ronald D. Lackey Service Awards Dinner

The Ronald D. Lackey Service Awards was established in 1991 in honor of the late Ron Lackey for his dedication to campus and community service. The award is presented to a Coastal Carolina senior who serves the University community with conspicuous service through involvement and leadership on campus and community activities. A dinner is held annually to recognize the finalists of the Ronald D. Lackey Service Award. Invitation-only event.

Allen Ballroom

3 p.m.

Ph.D. Hooding Ceremony

The Hooding Ceremony is a special recognition ceremony for doctoral degree candidates from the Spadoni College of Education and Social Sciences and the Gupta College of Science. During the ceremony, a faculty member places the doctoral hood over the head of the graduate, signifying their success in completing the graduate program. All doctoral students who apply for graduation will receive an email closer to the ceremony with additional information. Tickets are required for the ceremony, and each candidate will need to claim a ticket for themselves and then they can claim up to seven tickets for their guests.

wfondren@coastal.edu / 843-349-6656

Johnson Auditorium

6 p.m.

Student Involvement and Leadership Awards (SILA)

The Student Involvement and Leadership Awards is an annual ceremony to celebrate student leaders' and student organizations' individual and organizational accomplishments. Invitation-only event.

Allen Ballroom

1-4 p.m.

Senior Teal Tuesday - Senior Week

The Teal and Bronze Society and Alumni Engagement are thrilled to celebrate Seniors with a final and exclusive, "senior only" Teal Tuesday! Keep an eye out on the @ccuinvolved and @tealandbronzeccu Instagram pages for more information!

aoliver3@coastal.edu / 843-349-2435

Prince Lawn

1-4 p.m.

A Photo Finish - Senior Week 

Snag those classic CCU pictures before the hustle and bustle of graduation! Classic CCU landmarks will be decked out in CCU colors, with staff on site available to take your picture. Bring just yourself, family, or friends to create those final memories. In the event of inclement weather, Photo Finish areas will be decorated on May 2. Staff will not be available on-site to assist with taking photos due to commencement scheduling so be sure to bring your friends and family to each site!

aoliver3@coastal.edu / 843-349-2435

Photo Finish Areas Around Campus

10:30 a.m.

Atheneum Toast - Senior Week 

The culminating event of Senior Week, the Atheneum Toast! Spring and Summer seniors are invited to attend a garden party celebration as they step into their next chapter as alumni. The event includes a short address by CCU dignitaries and a traditional CCU graduate toast.

aoliver3@coastal.edu / 843-349-2435

Parker Atheneum Hall Alumni Center

11 a.m.

Lavender Graduation Brunch

A cultural celebration that recognizes and acknowledges the achievements and contributions of LGBTQIA+ students of all backgrounds hosted by Intercultural and Inclusion Services

jmoore11@coastal.edu / 843-349-2749

Alford Ballroom

5:30 p.m. (doors open at 5 p.m.)

Donning of the Kente Ceremony and Reception

The Kente ceremony is hosted by the Intercultural and Inclusion Student Services office to honor and recognize our outstanding Black graduates on the accomplishment of completing their degree and will also welcome them into the Black Alumni Chapter at CCU. Reception immediately following the ceremony in Spadoni Park.

jmoore11@coastal.edu / 843-349-2749

Wheelwright Auditorium

6 p.m.

Life Senior Celebration

A celebration, hosted by the Life Program in the Spadoni College of Education and Social Sciences, honoring members of the CCU Life Program graduating in the Spring of 2024.

jharrelso@coastal.edu / 843-349-2665

West Zone Suite, Brooks Stadium

11 a.m.

Honors Convocation 

The Honors Convocation ceremony recognizes the outstanding academic accomplishments of students receiving a Departmental Program Academic Award; students graduating from the HTC Honors College Program; and graduating students who are members of the Dyer Fellows, Jackson Scholars, Swain Scholars, Teaching Fellows, and Wall Fellows. Students are notified by email if they are receiving an award and are eligible to participate in the ceremony. This is not a ticketed event.

hrwoodli@coastal.edu / 843-349-2243

HTC Center

2 p.m.

ROTC Commissioning Ceremony 

Friends and family are invited to celebrate the commissioning of the recent CCU Army ROTC graduates. The ceremony begins with the playing of the National Anthem. Then a guest speaker, usually a retired officer, gives words of advice and encouragement to the soon-to-be officers. Finally, Cadets take an oath to their country, sealing their admittance into the Officer Corps of the United States Army. In accordance with tradition, family members or friends pin the 2nd Lieutenant’s rank onto the shoulders of the new officers. The ceremony concludes with the singing of the Army Song. After years of training, the newly commissioned officers are finally a part of a long legacy of America’s finest leaders.

rotc@coastal.edu / 843-349-4195

Wheelwright Auditorium

6 p.m.

University Commencement Ceremony

The University Commencement Ceremony is a campus-wide celebration of all the students graduating from the University's academic colleges. Tickets are not required for this ceremony. Click here, to view full ceremony details.

specialevents@coastal.edu / 843-349-2517

Brooks Stadium

10 a.m.

Conway Medical Center College of Health and Human Performance Recognition Ceremony

The Conway Medical Center College of Health and Human Performance Recognition Ceremony reflects the personality of the academic college. Dean McGlone presides over the ceremony, and it is at this ceremony that the graduates of the CMC College of Health and Human Performance names will be announced as they cross the stage. Click here, to view full ceremony details.

Ticketed Event

specialevents@coastal.edu / 843-349-2517

HTC Center

2 p.m.

Edwards College of Humanities and Fine Arts Recognition Ceremony

The Edwards College of Humanities and Fine Arts Recognition Ceremony reflects the personality of the academic college. Dean Bornholdt presides over the ceremony, and it is at this ceremony that the graduates of the Edwards College of Humanities and Fine Arts names will be announced as they cross the stage. Click here, to view full ceremony details.

Ticketed Event

specialevents@coastal.edu / 843-349-2517

HTC Center

6 p.m.

Spadoni College of Education and Social Sciences Recognition Ceremony

The Spadoni College of Education and Social Sciences Recognition Ceremony reflects the personality of the academic college. Interim Dean Richmond presides over the ceremony, and it is at this ceremony that the graduates of the Spadoni College of Education and Social Sciences names will be announced as they cross the stage. Click here, to view full ceremony details.

Ticketed Event

specialevents@coastal.edu / 843-349-2517

HTC Center

10 a.m.

Wall College of Business Administration Recognition Ceremony

The Wall College of Business Administration Recognition Ceremony reflects the personality of the academic college. Dean Small presides over the ceremony, and it is at this ceremony that the graduates of the Wall College of Business Administration names will be announced as they cross the stage. Click here, to view full ceremony details.

Ticketed Event

specialevents@coastal.edu / 843-349-2517

HTC Center

2 p.m.

Gupta College of Science College Recognition Ceremony

The Gupta College of Science Recognition Ceremony reflects the personality of the academic college. Dean Leverette presides over the ceremony, and it is at this ceremony that the graduates of the Gupta College of Science names will be announced as they cross the stage. Click here, to view full ceremony details.

Ticketed Event

specialevents@coastal.edu / 843-349-2517

HTC Center