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College Celebrations

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Information about the 2025 celebrations will be announced in November 2024.

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About College Celebrations

Congratulations Graduates!

Please view the gallery below to see the highlights from the 2024 college celebrations.

Graduation Photos

Professional graduation photos will be taken at all college celebrations. Visit Grad Images after your ceremony to find your photos!

Grad Images Photography

Stage Cross Video

All celebrations created custom clips of graduates crossing the stage and they are now available! Your unique StageClip link was sent to students’ Northeastern emails. Share your big moment with family and friends and don’t forget to tag us at #LIKEAHUSKY

Celebrations FAQ

What is the difference between Celebrations and Commencement?

These College Celebrations are recognitions of individual achievement where graduate names are called and graduates cross the stage. Celebrations are hosted by the college or special interest group.

University Graduate and Undergraduate Commencement ceremonies are the university-wide ceremonies at which President confers degrees. Doctor of Philosophy, School of Law, and College of Professional Studies graduates have their names read and cross the stage at their own Commencement ceremonies.

When will students move out?

Students living in spring 2025 university housing who are graduating seniors participating in Commencement exercises will have a move-out of 11 a.m. on Monday, May 12.

Will diplomas be handed out at this event?

No, all diplomas will be mailed directly to students 4-6 weeks after your conferral date.

Students may receive a letter of congratulations from their college.

Will photos be taken at these events?

As students are being recognized they will be photographed by a professional photographer from GradImages. Students will receive an email post-ceremony with photo package options for purchase.

Photo opportunities will also be available all around campus and at Cabot Cage.

Do graduates wear regalia to the celebrations?

Yes, graduates should wear their regalia to their celebrations. Please note that students also need to keep their regalia if they also plan to attend the University Commencement Ceremony.

How can I register for celebrations?

More information about ticket registration will be emailed to students at a later date closer to the celebration date.

How do I claim guest tickets?

Students can claim up to 3 guest tickets through their ceremony registration. Guest tickets can be emailed to guests and they will receive a unique QR code. Please note that tickets are transferrable, however, the QR code can only be scanned once per person.

More information about ticket registration will be emailed to students at a later date closer to the celebration date.

What if I’m a combined major?

Combined majors are eligible and invited to attend both of their college celebrations.