Saturday, May 14, 2022 • 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. EDT • Norfolk Scope
Commencement is an important occasion at EVMS. For our students, it culminates years of exceptional academic performance. It also provides our distinguished faculty an opportunity to celebrate our strong educational mission and to seal a life-long bond with our graduates.
The Commencement Ceremony begins promptly at 10 a.m. EDT and lasts approximately two to three hours. Graduates and Returning Alumni may bring as many guests as they would like. No tickets are required for entry.
Below is a brief timeline for the day:
- 8 a.m. - Exhibition Hall doors open for faculty, official platform party and graduating students
- 8:30 a.m. - Students must check in for robing at Norfolk Scope Exhibition Hall
- 8:45 a.m. - Arena doors open for family, friends and guests (general admission)
- 10 a.m. - Ceremony processional promptly begins
- 1 p.m. - Ceremony concludes (estimated time)
Note: Following the ceremony, graduates will return to the Exhibition Hall and will then proceed to the fountain outside the Norfolk Scope to meet their guests. It is recommended that graduates do not schedule post-ceremony events with family and friends until after 1:30 p.m.
Family and guests may find additional information about the ceremony.
Please check the Commencement website regularly for updates and/or weather notifications. For emergency contact information day-of, please call 757.965.8500.