Appalachian State University
Congratulations on your graduation from Appalachian State University!
Commencement is the ultimate celebration of one of the most significant accomplishments of our students' lifetimes. We are proud to honor your achievement.
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Commencement Ceremonies
Holmes Convocation
Center
111 Rivers Street, Boone, NC 28608
Boone Campus
Friday, May 9
9 a.m. ceremony
College of Fine and Applied Arts
Hayes School of Music
1 p.m. ceremony
College of Arts and Sciences
English • History • Interdisciplinary Studies • Languages, Literatures and Cultures • Philosophy and Religion • Psychology • Sociology
5 p.m. ceremony
College of Arts and Sciences
Anthropology • Biology • Chemistry and Fermentation Sciences • Computer Science • Geography and Planning • Geological and Environmental Sciences • Government and Justice Studies • Mathematical Sciences • Physics and Astronomy • Rural Resilience and Innovation
Saturday, May 10
9 a.m. ceremony
Beaver College of Health Sciences
1 p.m. ceremony
Reich College of Education
University College
5 p.m. ceremony
Walker College of Business
Graduates will attend the commencement ceremony of the college that administers/houses their academic program.
Livestream
Watch a livestream of each ceremony here on May 9 and 10 at 9 a.m., 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.
Ceremony Schedule
Presiding, Dr. Heather Norris, Chancellor
Processional
"Pomp and Circumstance"
Edward Elgar, Composer
Roger Harvey, Arranger
Presentation of Colors
App State ROTC’s Pershing Rifles
"The Star-Spangled Banner"
Words by Francis Scott Key
John Higgins, Arranger
Vocalist Kathryn Haycraft, soprano, double major in music performance and communication sciences and disorders
Welcome
Dr. Neva J. Specht, Acting Provost
Commencement Address
Dr. Heather Norris, Chancellor
Greetings from the Appalachian State University Board of Trustees
Mr. Mark E. Ricks, Board of Trustees chair
Greetings from the UNC System Board of Governors
Mr. C. Philip Byers, UNC Board of Governors member
Presentation of Candidates
Acting Provost Specht
Conferring of Degrees
Chancellor Norris
Alma Mater
Recording by Luke Combs
Singer/Songwriter
Recessional
"Procession of the Scholars”
Dr. William G. Harbinson, Composer
"Hi Hi Yikas”
Dr. William Gilbert Spencer, Composer and Arranger
Musical selections performed by Appalachian Brass Ensemble
Hayes School of Music
Drs. Sam Ambrose and Joseph Brown, Conductors
About Commencement
Tickets are not needed for the commencement ceremonies.
Graduates do not need to register, and they may invite an unlimited number of guests.
During each ceremony, graduates will walk across the stage in Holmes Convocation Center, have their names announced and be professionally photographed receiving their diploma covers. Chancellor Heather Norris will confer degrees upon graduates at each ceremony.
- Each ceremony will last approximately 90 minutes.
- Accessibility and disability accommodations are available.
- Review the Holmes Center's Bag and Admission Policy — small, clear plastic bags, small clutch purses, individual seat cushions, and medically necessary items are permitted.
- App State, media outlets, and family and friends film commencement ceremonies. Attendees may be included in photography or videos used to promote Appalachian State University.
See below for information for graduates and faculty participants, as well as information for guests.
