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Graduate Arrival and Check-In: 2:30 p.m.
Processional of Graduates: 4:00 p.m.
Start of Ceremony: 4:30 p.m.

Eastern's undergraduate commencement exercises will take place on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at the PeoplesBank Arena (Formerly the XL Center) in Hartford, CT. Graduates should arrive no later than 2:30 p.m. for check-in. The processional begins at 4 p.m., and the ceremony will start promptly at 4:30 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!

One Hundred and Thirty-Sixth Commencement - Saturday, the 16th of May 2026 at 4 o'clock in the afternoon, PeoplesBank Arena Hartford, Connecticut

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