Commencement 2025

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Graduate Arrival and Check-In: 1:30 p.m.
Processional of Graduates: 3 p.m.
Start of Ceremony: 3:30 p.m.

Eastern's undergraduate commencement exercises will take place on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at the XL Center in Hartford, CT. Graduates should arrive no later than 1:30 p.m. for check-in. The processional begins at 3 p.m., and the ceremony will start promptly at 3:30 p.m.

If you have any questions, please reach out to the commencement committee at commencement@easternct.edu.

Tickets are not required for guests—invite as many family members and friends as you'd like to share in this special day!

This website will provide regular updates on all Commencement-related events, both on- and off-campus, as well as essential details for graduating seniors. Be sure to check back often to stay informed and ensure you’re prepared for a memorable celebration.

We look forward to celebrating this important milestone with you!

🎓 Commencement Livestream
Eastern Connecticut State University's 2025 Commencement Ceremony will be livestreamed for those unable to attend in person.

Watch Live on Commencement Day
The livestream will also be available on Eastern’s official YouTube channel.

We invite families, friends, and loved ones near and far to tune in and celebrate our graduates from wherever they are!

Reader Cards at Commencement 2025

Your Name. Your Moment.

We’re excited to introduce Personalized Reader Cards for the Class of 2025! This new feature ensures that your name is displayed on the livestream and Jumbotron as you cross the stage during Commencement.

What is a Reader Card?

A Reader Card is a personalized card you'll receive at check-in on the day of Commencement. It contains:

Your full name as it will be announced
A QR code linked to your digital slide for display
Any special honors or distinctions (e.g., Cum Laude)

How It Works:

Check in when you arrive at the XL Center to receive your Reader Card.
When you line up to walk, a staff member will scan your QR code.
After your scan, stay in order so your name and slide match your moment on stage.
If your name is difficult to pronounce, let the check-in team know — we’ll mark your card for phonetic assistance.
Cards marked with a red dot mean you’ll whisper your name to the reader right before you walk, so we get it right.

BONUS! After picking up your Reader Card, don’t forget to grab a complimentary Eastern graduation pin as a keepsake of your big day!