Celebrating the next generation of Mount Mary Alumni

Winter Commencement

Saturday, December 13, 2025 | 11 a.m.
Alumni Dining Hall | Mount Mary University

More details to come.

All graduates are allowed four guests. Guests are required to have tickets. Ticket pickup information will be communicated to graduates by email. Questions can be directed to mmu-commencement@mtmary.edu.

Graduate Hooding Ceremony

Friday, December 12, 2025 | 4:30 p.m.
Alumni Dining Hall | Mount Mary University

This is a special recognition of distinction for graduating graduate students that includes program faculty placing hoods over graduates’ academic regalia. Master's Thesis, Culminating Project and Dissertation titles will be read as graduates cross the stage. No tickets required.

Baccalaureate Mass with Light of Learning – A Mount Mary Tradition


BACCALAUREATE MASS
Friday, December 12, 2025 | 6 p.m.
Our Lady Chapel | Bergstrom Hall


LIGHT OF LEARNING CEREMONY
Friday, December 12, 2025 | 7 p.m.
Stiemke Hall | Bergstrom Hall

Check-in at the registration table before 7 p.m.

Dating back to the beginning of Mount Mary’s history is the Commencement Mass and Light of Learning ceremony. Held the night before each Commencement, this ceremony features a passing of the “light of learning” lantern. Family and loved ones are invited to enjoy this ceremony. Tickets are not required for this event.

 

 

Congratulations, Graduates

You have all taken different paths to arrive at this place. You have overcome obstacles and you have reached your goal.

Take a moment to celebrate. You should be proud. We are proud and welcome you to a new community and a new understanding of your Mount Mary experience.

Our admissions team is here to help

The best way to get started is to get in touch. We’ll answer your questions, help you explore programs and walk you through the admissions and financial aid process.