History Commencement Ceremony

v.c.u. graduates with their graduation caps at the commencement

Date: Friday, May 8, 2026

Start time: 10:00 a.m.

Location: Grace Street Theatre | 834 West Grace St.

Audience: Graduates and ticketed guests

Registration required

The history department commencement ceremony is scheduled for Friday, May 8 at 10:00 a.m. at the Grace Street Theatre. Family and friends are invited to attend. Space is limited. RSVP and tickets are required. Click here to RSVP and request tickets for your guests (up to 4) by April 17.

Graduates, please arrive at least 20 minutes early to sign in and line up. We look forward to celebrating your accomplishments.

All are welcome to join us in STEM, room 216 (817 W. Franklin St.) following the ceremony for a reception with refreshments. 


See also information about the VCU commencement ceremony scheduled for May from 10 a.m. - noon. Graduates are required to RSVP. 

Event contact: Kathleen Murphy, kmmurphy@vcu.edu