Graduate Commencement & Hooding
Graduate Commencement & Hooding 2024
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Worcester State University’s 2024 Graduate Commencement & Hooding ceremony will be held on:
Friday, May 17, 2024
Worcester State University Wellness Center
Before Commencement arrives, there are a few things you will need to do before you can graduate. Our checklist for graduate students will help you navigate through the process.
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Cap and Gown Purchase
If you are planning to participate in Graduate Commencement & Hooding, you must order a cap and gown.
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Check back for more information on how to order your cap and gown.

Graduate Reception
A reception for graduates and their guests will follow the ceremony. Light refreshments will be served.

Commencement Photography
The Grad Team, professional photographers, will be on hand to photograph your special moment as you cross the stage and are congratulated by President Maloney. They will provide portrait photographs of each graduate as well as candid photos of the graduating class. Don't miss out on these special memories.
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Commencement Keepsakes
Celebrate your college days and relish your achievement with Worcester State memorabilia that will last a lifetime. Our University Advancement office offers many keepsakes for you or your loved one. Each item is meticulously crafted in the highest quality. The items below can be ordered by contacting the Alumni Office at 508-929-8141. Diploma frames and other gifts and collectibles can be purchased through the Worcester State Bookstore.
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- TF Green Airport
2000 Post Road, Warwick, RI 02886 - Logan International Airport
Boston, MA 02128 - Worcester Regional Airport
375 Airport Dr, Worcester, MA 0160
- TF Green Airport
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- Red Cab
50 Franklin St., Worcester, MA, 508-792-9999 - Yellow Cab
90 Madison St., Worcester, MA, 508-754-3211
- Red Cab
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- Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority
(MBTA) Worcester Line - Amtrak
- Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority
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- Baymont Inn & Suites
446 Southbridge St., Auburn, MA, 508-832-7000 / 800-428-3438 - Beechwood Hotel
363 Plantation St., Worcester, 508-754-5789 / 800-344-2589, - Best Western
624 Southbridge St., Auburn, MA, 508-832-3221 - Comfort Inn Westboro
399 Boston Turnpike Road, Westborough, MA, 508-366-0202 - Courtyard by Marriott Boston Westborough
3 Technology Drive, Westborough, MA, 508-836-4800 / 800-321-2211 - Courtyard by Marriott Worcester
72 Grove St., Worcester, 508-363-0300 - Days Inn Shrewsbury
889 Boston Turnpike, Shrewsbury, MA, 508-842-8500 / 800-329-7466 - Embassy Suites Hotel Boston/Marlborough
123 Boston Post Road West, Marlborough, MA, 508-485-5900 - Hampton Inn
110 Summer Street, Worcester, 508-757-0400 - Hilton Garden Inn Hotel
35 Major Taylor Boulevard, Worcester, 508-753-5700 - Quality Inn & Suites, Worcester
50 Oriol Drive, Worcester, 508-852-2800 - Radisson Hotel Marlborough
75 Felton Street, Marlborough, MA, 508-480-0015 - Suburban Extended Stay Hotel
50 Oriol Drive, Building A, Worcester, 508-852-2801 - Worcester Hotel & Conference Center
500 Lincoln Street, Worcester, 508-852-4000 / 800-465-4329
- Baymont Inn & Suites
Accessibility Accommodations and Accessible Seating Requests
Worcester State is committed to providing accessible events for our students and their guests.
Students are required to fill out a form to request accessible tickets in advance.
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Questions?
gradcommence@worcester.edu