Worcester State University’s 2025 Undergraduate Commencement ceremony will be held on:
Congratulations!
There is much to celebrate! You have:
Before Commencement arrives, there are a few things you will need to do before you can graduate. Our checklist for undergraduate students will help you navigate through the process. If you have questions about your graduation status please contact the Registrar’s Office at 508-929-8035 or registrar@worcester.edu.
Farewell to the Class of 2025
We recommend that you park in the Worcester Municipal Parking Garage— a 2-minute walk from the DCU Center. The garage is located at 30 Major Taylor Blvd. on the corner of Major Blvd. and MLK Jr. Blvd. For more information, please contact 508-792-0314. There is a minimal charge for parking. Additional parking can be found at area lots and garages near the facility.
NO BAG POLICY
Small wristlets of a MAXIMUM SIZE of 8×10 inches will be permitted. Medical bags & diaper bags will be allowed and will be checked prior to entry. All other bags, such as cross-body, larger totes, back packs, duffle bags, etc. will NOT be permitted.
SECURITY SCREENING
Event attendees may be subject to a search upon entering the facility. Security screening (walk-through metal detector or security wand) may be conducted for public Arena events. If deemed necessary, pat-downs may be conducted. Patrons should plan to arrive earlier than normal and limit belongings to allow for this enhanced security process.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
Helium balloons signs, flags and noise makers are prohibited at the DCU Center.
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.
Please fill out the Accessible Seating Request Form* (Due date: April 25, 2025), to make arrangements with the Student Accessibility Services if you or your guests are a person(s) with a disability and require accommodations.
Worcester State University is an inclusive community that supports each person’s First Amendment right to express opinions and ideas, including unpopular or controversial viewpoints, without governmental interference, retaliation or punishment. The University also protects each community member’s right to an environment free from discrimination and harassment based on characteristics protected by law. Although the University supports all forms of constitutionally protected expression, the community must understand that certain types of expression are not protected. Please review our Freedom of Speech Policy.
