Congratulations to the Class of 2026!
Saturday, May 16, 2026
Laurie Auditorium
Trinity University will celebrate the Class of 2026 during Spring Commencement on Saturday, May 16, in Laurie Auditorium. Family, friends, faculty, and alumni will gather to honor the achievements of Trinity graduates.
Graduates by the Numbers
Ceremony Schedule
Morning Ceremony
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Master of Science (M.S.)
Afternoon Ceremony
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Bachelor of Music (B.M.)
Master of Arts (M.A.)
Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.)
Master of Education (M.E.D.)
Commencement will be held rain or shine.
Graduate Check-In and Assembly
There is no commencement rehearsal. Marshals will provide instructions at the assembly locations before the ceremony. Graduates must check in at their assigned location and be in line by the deadline to participate.
Morning Ceremony
9:00 a.m.
Undergraduates
Stieren Theater (Ruth Taylor Theater Building)
Arrive by 8:00 a.m.
Graduate Students
Laurie Auditorium (RCC), Room 319
Arrive by 8:00 a.m.
Check-in deadline: 8:45 a.m.
Afternoon Ceremony
3:00 p.m.
Undergraduates
Stieren Theater (Ruth Taylor Theater Building)
Arrive by 2:00 p.m.
Graduate Students
Laurie Auditorium (RCC), Room 319
Arrive by 2:00 p.m.
Check-in deadline: 2:45 p.m.
After the Ceremony
Congratulations, Graduates!
Following the ceremony, graduates will exit Laurie Auditorium and walk to the Magic Stones through a tunnel formed by Trinity faculty congratulating them on their achievements.
At the Magic Stones, graduates can reunite with family and friends. Light refreshments will be available.
Graduation Photos
Professional photographs will be taken during the ceremony by The Grad Team during the ceremony.
Graduates will receive an email when their photos are available for purchase.
Celebrate and Capture the Moment
Stop by the post-Commencement photo booth near Miller Fountain for selfies and group photos with friends and family.
You can also visit some of Trinity’s favorite photo locations:
Meditation Garden
A tranquil campus space with fountains and gardens.
Miller Fountain
A favorite gathering place for graduates and families.
Magic Stones
A Trinity tradition — and the perfect place to celebrate your accomplishment.
#TrinityU2026
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Commencement Speakers
Trinity University’s commencement ceremony will feature remarks from university leadership and a student representative.
Vanessa B. Beasely, Ph.D.
Trinity University President
Mr. Ted Beneski P11, P14
Trinity University Board President
Omar Ratrut ’26
Commencement ceremony student speaker