
Venture Boldly
Commencement Weekend, June 7-8, 2025
We have a variety of exciting events lined up for Commencement weekend, including fireworks, Senior Pumphandle, a Senior Celebration for family and friends with live music, fireworks, and a picnic lunch after the Commencement ceremony. All Commencement events are open to all members of the Knox community. Be sure to check back often, as these pages are updated as more information becomes available.
1:00 p.m.—Phi Beta Kappa Induction Ceremony, Lincoln Room in Seymour Union
2:15 p.m.—First Generation Celebration, Petrovich Atrium in Alumni Hall
3:30 p.m.—Senior Prizes and Awards, Kresge Recital Hall in Ford Center for the Fine Arts
7:00-10:00 p.m.—Senior Celebration with Family & Friends, Desserts & Live Music on the South Lawn of Seymour Union
At Dusk—Fireworks, South Lawn
10:00 a.m.—Commencement, South Lawn
Noon—Commencement Luncheon. Free and open to all graduates, family, friends and the Knox community.