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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, the April 14 deadline to apply to graduate, register for commencement, and order regalia has passed. Please contact Corrie Hoeft choeft@sienaheights.edu if you have any issues in those areas.

    Overview information: You can review Countdown to Commencement presentation materials to help guide you through this. You can view the presentation recording and/or review the slides.
     

    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