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Commencement

Important Dates

Commencement will take place on Friday, May 15, 2026.

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Important Dates

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Friday, May 15, 2026

Mazzella Field

The 82nd annual Iona University Undergraduate and Graduate Commencement Ceremony will take place on Friday, May 15, 2026.

Honors Convocation, May 14

Hynes Arena, 10 a.m.

Honors Convocation will take place on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 10 a.m.

Baccalaureate Mass, May 14

Hynes Arena, 4 p.m.

Baccalaureate Mass will be held on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 4 p.m.

Commencement Fair, April 14

Mulcahy Gym, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

The Commencement Fair will be held on Tuesday, April 14, from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. in Mulcahy Gym. All graduates participating in Commencement will need to attend the Commencement Fair during the course of the day.

 

 

2026 Commencement Speaker

D. Graham Burnett, Ph.D., a leading voice on the history and science of attention, will deliver the keynote address at Iona University’s 82th annual Commencement ceremony on May 15, 2026. 

Read More about Dr. Burnett

Burnett Commencement Slide
Important Dates
Date/TimeAction Item/EventLocation
Tuesday, April 14, 2026Commencement Fair
All graduates participating in Commencement will need to attend the Commencement Fair during the course of the day.
Mulcahy Gym
Thursday, May 14, 2026Honors Convocation
For eligible graduates and guests. Eligibility will be communicated by the Provost’s office.
Hynes Arena
Thursday, May 14, 2026Baccalaureate Mass
Open to all graduates and their guests, space permitting. RSVP in advance.
Hynes Arena
Friday, May 15, 202682nd Annual Commencement CeremonyMazzella Field