Class of 2020
On the third weekend of May 2020, Fairfield University will hold its 70th Commencement exercises.
Everything You Need to Know About Commencement
The undergraduate Commencement ceremony will begin at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 17, and the graduate Commencement ceremony will begin at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 16 — both ceremonies will take place on Bellarmine Lawn. For the University, the Class of 2020’s Commencement exercises are a milestone, marking the institution’s 70th Commencement.This is a moment to acknowledge and celebrate years of hard work and sacrifice and a time of significant transformation for our students.
Undergraduate
From undergraduate awards ceremonies to tickets and guest information, learn everything you need to know to celebrate your success— and make sure Commencement 2020 is one to remember.
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Graduate
With Commencement 2020 right around the corner, make sure you are prepared — from graduate receptions to Commencement day, don’t miss a thing.
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Senior Week Family Dance
An annual undergraduate class tradition the night before Commencement, families are invited to a Family Dance to celebrate their grads, held on Saturday, May 16, 2020.
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Can’t make it to Commencement in person? No fear — we’ve got you covered with livestream and comprehensive social media coverage.
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Honor Your Graduate
Commencement is a special event — be sure to commemorate the occasion with photos, class rings, diploma frames, and more!Learn more