2026 Blessing of the Graduates (Baccalaureate)
A Spiritually-Inspired, Multifaith Ceremony for our Graduates
Friday, May 29 at 4:00 pm
La Verne Church of the Brethren (2 blocks from campus)
RSVP
- For Students: Please RSVP on the Commencement Participant Form sent to you by email. You will receive this form once you are cleared for graduation (the earliest the link is sent is sometime in March and after you have been cleared). If you have been cleared for graduation, check your email for an email from Commencement@laverne.edu, which will include a link to the Commencement Participant form. If you cannot find the link, please email commencement@laverne.edu.
- For Faculty and Staff: Please RSVP (link coming soon)
Information about the Blessing of the Graduates!
The Blessing of the Graduates (also known as Baccalaureate) is a spiritually-inspired, multifaith ceremony to honor and bless our graduates!
The ceremony includes an inspirational keynote speaker, readings and music from a diversity of spiritual and philosophical traditions, and a special blessing to honor the gifts and personhood of each graduate as they complete their degree, move on, and continue their journey. The ceremony is led by University dignitaries. Graduates and Faculty process in and out in their regalia.
Graduates are invited to bring their friends and family to enjoy this celebration and ceremony. There is no seating limits. Guest tickets are not required. We ask that graduates RSVP above to let us know you are coming!
Graduates: Please arrive at 3:15 p.m. with your regalia to line-up and prepare for the procession of graduates and faculty. Graduates will line-up on the patio of the La Verne Church of the Brethren. Guests can be seated anytime after 2:30 pm. The La Verne Church of the Brethren is located at 2425 “E” Street, La Verne, CA 91750.
Remember to bring your cap and gown!
If you have questions about the Blessing of the Graduates Ceremony, please contact the Office of Inclusive Excellence and Mission Integration at iemi@laverne.edu or 909-448-4948.