Schedule of Events

 Friday, May 6, 2022 • 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. • EVMS Lester Hall, Room 104

The Master of Public Health faculty, staff and Class of 2022 students will celebrate this year's academic milestones and accomplishments at the Celebration of Excellence. The gala evening event includes student and faculty recognition, as well as Practicum Poster Awards and the prestigious Delta Omega Induction Ceremony.

Parking: Guests should park in Visitor Garage A, located at 725 West Olney Road Norfolk, VA 23507. Find a map and additional information about parking on campus.

For more information, please contact the Master of Public Health Program at mphinfo@evms.edu or 757.446.6120.

Tuesday, May 10, 2022 • 5 to 7 p.m. • Ballyhoos, Virginia Beach, VA

Join fellow graduates and alumni for your official welcome into the EVMS Alumni Association. Graduates will receive their EVMS Alumni pin and welcome gift.

Location: Ballyhoos, 2865 Lynnhaven Dr., Virginia Beach, VA 23451

Dress code: Casual

For more information, please email EVMS Alumni Relations or call 757.965.8500.

Wednesday, May 11, 2022 • 5 to 7 p.m. • Ballyhoos, Virginia Beach, VA

Join fellow graduates and alumni for your official welcome into the EVMS Alumni Association. Graduates will receive their EVMS Alumni pin and welcome gift.

Location: Ballyhoos, 2865 Lynnhaven Dr., Virginia Beach, VA 23451

Dress code: Casual

For more information, please email EVMS Alumni Relations or call 757.965-8500.

Thursday, May 12, 2022 • 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. • EVMS Lewis Hall, McCombs Auditorium

Due to the forecast of inclement weather, the EVMS Military Commissioning & Recognition Ceremony has been moved to the EVMS campus and will be held in Lewis Hall, McCombs Auditorium on Thursday, May 12 at 11:30 a.m. 

Doors will open to guests at 11 a.m. and the ceremony will begin promptly at 11:30 a.m.

Attire

• Military graduates from the Doctor of Medicine and Master of Public Health programs should wear their service dress uniforms for their respective military branch.
• Military graduates from the Master of Physician Assistant program should wear business attire and their white coats, as they will not be formally commissioned until requirements are completed at a later date. 
• Retired military personnel may wear dress uniforms. All uniform and grooming standards apply as if on active duty.
• Civilian guest dress code is business attire.

Parking

Guests should park in Visitor Garage A, located at 725 West Olney Road Norfolk, VA 23507. Find a map and additional information about parking on campus.

For any questions about the event, please contact EVMS Special Events.

Thursday, May 12, 2022 • 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. • EVMS Lester Hall, Room 104

This annual, invitation-only event recognizes the newest members of Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. All EVMS-affiliated members of Alpha Omega Alpha, including faculty, alumni, house officers and students are cordially invited to attend with their guests.

Parking: Guests should park in Visitor Garage A, located at 725 West Olney Road Norfolk, VA 23507. Find a map and additional information about parking on campus.

Dress code: Business Attire

For more information, please contact Allison Knight at knightAP@evms.edu or 757.446.7275.

Friday, May 13, 2022 • 10 to 11:30 a.m. EDT • Virtual

The Class of 2022 is required to attend the Virtual Commencement Rehearsal. A link will be sent to your EVMS email at a later date.

For more information, please contact EVMS Special Events.

Friday, May 13, 2022 • 1 to 4 p.m. • EVMS Lester Hall, Room 104

The Art Therapy and Counseling Graduate Symposium celebrates the achievements of graduates from this program. The Symposium is open to all EVMS faculty, staff and students. Families, alumni, community preceptors, and art therapists are also cordially invited to attend. Continuing education credits may be awarded for this event.

Parking: Guests should park in Visitor Garage A, located at 725 West Olney Road Norfolk, VA 23507. Find a map and additional information about parking on campus .

Dress code: Business Attire

For more information, please contact Kiera Dorsey at dorseyks@evms.edu or 757.446.5895.

Friday, May 13, 2022 • 2 to 3 p.m. • EVMS Lewis Hall, McCombs Auditorium

Master of Health Sciences - Pathologists' Assistant graduates don long white coats during this ceremony which officially signifies their transition from trainee to trained medical professional. 

Parking: Guests should park in Visitor Garage A, located at 725 West Olney Road Norfolk, VA 23507. Find a map and additional information about parking on campus.

Dress code: Business Attire

For more information, please contact EVMS Special Events.

Friday, May 13, 2022 • 4 to 5 p.m. • EVMS Lewis Hall, McCombs Auditorium

Master of Surgical Assisting graduates don long white coats during this ceremony which officially signifies their transition from trainee to trained medical professional. A light reception will follow.

Parking: Guests should park in Visitor Garage A, located at 725 West Olney Road Norfolk, VA 23507. Find a map and additional information about parking on campus.

Dress code: Business Attire

For more information, please contact Jennifer Land at landjj@evms.edu or 757.446.5779.

Friday, May 13, 2022 • 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. • Norfolk Waterside Marriott, 3rd Floor

Master of Physician Assistant graduates don long white coats during this ceremony to signify their transition from student to practitioner.

Parking/Transportation: Parking is available at Waterside garage, Main Street garage, or at several nearby City of Norfolk parking garages. View parking options and fees here. At times, a flat fee (cash only) is required upon entry. Norfolk Waterside Marriott is also easily accessible via The Tide, Norfolk’s light rail system. Use the stop at MacArthur Square Station to access this venue.

Dress code: Business Attire

For more information, please contact EVMS Special Events.

Friday, May 13, 2022 • 4 to 5:30 p.m. • Hilton Norfolk The Main, 4th Floor 

Who: Students in the following programs: Biomedical Sciences (PhD and Research), Contemporary Human Anatomy, Doctor of Health Sciences, Healthcare Analytics, Histotechnology, Medical Masters (1 and 2 year), Pathologists' Assistant, Public Health

Registration: Students are entitled to register up to 4 guests. Children 4 years old and above will require registration. Due to current health conditions, we cannot accommodate additional ticket requests at this time.

Event details: The reception will have limited seating, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Students or guests needing special accommodations can indicate so upon registration. Hors d'oeuvres with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options will be offered. Each guest will receive a complimentary drink ticket. A cash bar will be available for additional drink purchases.

Parking/Transportation: Parking is available at The Main garage, Waterside garage or at several nearby City of Norfolk parking garages. View parking options and fees here. At times, a flat fee (cash only) is required upon entry. Hilton Norfolk The Main is also easily accessible via The Tide, Norfolk’s light rail system. Use the stop at MacArthur Square Station to access this venue.

Dress code: Business or Cocktail Attire

For more information, please contact EVMS Special Events.

Friday, May 13, 2022 • 5:30 to 7 p.m. • Hilton Norfolk The Main, 3rd Floor

Who: Students in the following programs: Art Therapy & Counseling, Laboratory Animal Science, Medical & Health Professions Education (PhD, EdD, MS), Physician Assistant, Reproductive Clinical Science (PhD/MS) and Surgical Assisting

Registration: Students are entitled to register up to 4 guests. Children 4 years old and above will require registration. Due to current health conditions, we cannot accommodate additional ticket requests at this time.

Event details: The reception will have limited seating, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Students or guests needing special accommodations can indicate so upon registration. Hors d'oeuvres with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options will be offered. Each guest will receive a complimentary drink ticket. A cash bar will be available for additional drink purchases.

Parking/Transportation: Parking is available at The Main garage, Waterside garage or at several nearby City of Norfolk parking garages. View parking options and fees here. At times, a flat fee (cash only) is required upon entry. Hilton Norfolk The Main is also easily accessible via The Tide, Norfolk’s light rail system. Use the stop at MacArthur Square Station to access this venue.

Dress code: Business or Cocktail Attire

For more information, please contact EVMS Special Events.

Friday, May 13, 2022 • 6:30 to 8 p.m. • Hilton Norfolk The Main, 4th Floor

Registration: Students are entitled to register up to 4 guests. Children 4 years old and above will require registration. Due to current health conditions, we cannot accommodate additional ticket requests at this time.

Event details: The reception will have limited seating, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Students or guests needing special accommodations can indicate so upon registration. Hors d'oeuvres with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options will be offered. Each guest will receive a complimentary drink ticket. A cash bar will be available for additional drink purchases.

Parking/Transportation: Parking is available at The Main garage, Waterside garage or at several nearby City of Norfolk parking garages. View parking options and fees here. At times, a flat fee (cash only) is required upon entry. Hilton Norfolk The Main is also easily accessible via The Tide, Norfolk’s light rail system. Use the stop at MacArthur Square Station to access this venue.

Dress code: Business or Cocktail Attire

For more information, please contact EVMS Special Events.

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. Download the full EVMS Commencement 2022 Program.

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.

Saturday, May 14, 2022 • 1:30 to 3 p.m. • Hilton Norfolk The Main, 3rd Floor

Registration: Returning Alumni are entitled to register up to 4 guests. Children 4 years old and above will require registration. Due to current health conditions, we cannot accommodate additional ticket requests at this time.

Event details: The reception will have limited seating, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Students or guests needing special accommodations can indicate so upon registration. Hors d'oeuvres with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options will be offered. Each guest will receive a complimentary drink ticket. A cash bar will be available for additional drink purchases.

Parking/Transportation: Parking is available at The Main garage, Waterside garage or at several nearby City of Norfolk parking garages. View parking options and fees here. At times, a flat fee (cash only) is required upon entry. Hilton Norfolk The Main is also easily accessible via The Tide, Norfolk’s light rail system. Use the stop at MacArthur Square Station to access this venue.

Dress code: Business Attire

For more information, please contact EVMS Special Events.

Saturday, May 14, 2022 • 2 - 4:30 p.m. • Hilton Norfolk The Main

Master of Science in Reproductive Clinical Science graduates, faculty and guests are invited to a lunch reception immediately following the conclusion of the Commencement Ceremony. Academic achievement awards will be presented during the luncheon as well.

Dress Code: Business Attire

For more information, please contact Dr. Liang Yu at YuL@evms.edu and/or Professor Helena Russell at russelhi@evms.edu or 757.446.8482.