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Commencement 2026

Congratulations, Graduates! 

Siena Heights University is excited to celebrate Commencement with you on May 9, 2026 in Adrian, Michigan! This page provides all the essential information you need for a smooth and memorable graduation experience. 

Seniors, please take these two steps by April 14:

  1. Apply for graduation. Everyone must fill out the graduation application on MySiena to receive their diploma and be granted their degree.
  2. Register for commencement, related events, and order regalia if you wish to participate in these ceremonial and traditional activities. The registration form is linked here.

As we get closer to Commencement we will add a few things so loved ones can participate with you from afar.

  • Link to event program: available early May 
  • Link to event livestream: available early May 

Key Dates

Key Dates and Deadlines: 

February 1: Online regalia orders open 

April 14:  Deadline for seniors to apply for graduation. The Application for Graduation can be found on MySiena: 

  1. Login to MySiena 
  2. On the right side of the screen, scroll down to Academic Information” 
  3. Click on the “Application for Graduation” link. 

April 14: Deadline for ordering regalia. 

April 14: Deadline for registration form including: 

  • Name printed in the program 
  • Commencement guest/s attending 
  • Accessibility requests for walking and seating
  • Baccalaureate Mass  
  • Kente Ceremony 
  • Lavender Ceremony 

May 9: Commencement Day in Adrian