Commencement & Convocation Events and Schedule

Harvard Chan Awards Presentation and Celebration

Tuesday, May 27, 2025
Time: 11:30am
Harvard Chan School (677 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02155)
Reception to follow the ceremony

Harvard Chan Convocation

Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Agganis Arena, Boston Univerity (925 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02215)

9:00 am: Graduate arrival
10:00 am: General admission guest seating opens
10:15 am: Live stream begins
10:30 am: Procession begins
11:00 am: Ceremony begins
1:30 pm (approximately): Ceremony ends and reception begins

Harvard University Commencement Morning Exercises

Thursday, May 29, 2025
Tercentenary Theatre (Harvard Yard)
Commencement website

6:45 am: Guest seating opens
7:00 am: Graduate arrival at Sever Quad
7:20 am: Harvard Chan procession begins
9:30 am: Commencement Exercises called to order
12:15 pm: Commencement Exercises adjourn

University-wide Affinity Celebrations

Hosted by community partners and alumni, these student-led gatherings celebrate the diverse cultures, communities, and identities present at Harvard. These events center the cultural and community traditions and values of graduates and provide opportunities to honor those who helped them reach this milestone. These celebrations offer keynote speakers, performances, regalia accessories, and cultural celebrations.

Affinity celebrations are open to all Harvard graduates who pre-register to attend.  Those interested in participating in one or more of the affinity celebrations or ordering a regalia accessory, we will update this website once the form is ready.

Visit the Affinity Celebrations webpage to learn more.