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The definition of the word commence is "to have or make a beginning," hence the term commencement ceremony where diplomas are given to show all of the hard work and time that has gone into the degree as well as to represent the beginning of a new chapter in life. The commencement ceremony is a time of celebration in a job well done, and a time of excitement as graduates look toward the new future of possibilities with the diploma they have worked so hard to receive.
2025-2026 Commencement Services
Fall Commencement will be the weekend of Friday, December 12, 2025 in the Concert Hall in the Center for the Arts located on the Belhaven campus in Jackson, MS.
Eligible students will receive notification to their student email no later than October 1st.
Detailed Commencement information for students is available on .
Spring Commencement will be the first weekend of May 2026 in the Concert Hall in the Center for the Arts located on the Belhaven campus in Jackson, MS.
- Friday, May 1, 2026
- Saturday, May 2, 2026
The breakdown of the traditional undergrad services are as follows.
Traditional Undergraduate Commencement Services| 9:00 a.m. Service Saturday, May 2 |
11:00 a.m. Service Saturday, May 2 |
|---|---|
| Visual Arts Creative Writing Dance Film Production Graphic Design Music Theatre Biblical Studies Criminal Justice Digital Media English History Interdisciplinary Studies International/Intercultural Studies Pre-Law Public Relations Psychology Social Work Nursing Elementary Education |
Accounting Business Administration Classical Education Studies Fashion Merchandising Health Administration Sales Management Supply Chain Management Computer Information Systems Sport Management Leadership & Coaching Biology Chemistry Sports Medicine & Exercise Science Mathematics Computer Science |
Online and International Graduate service information will be decided at a later date.
Detailed Commencement information for students is available on .
2025-2026 Commencement Services
Fall Commencement will be the weekend of Friday, December 12, 2025 in the Concert Hall in the Center for the Arts located on the Belhaven campus in Jackson, MS.
Eligible students will receive notification to their student email no later than October 1st.
Detailed Commencement information for students is available on .
Spring Commencement will be the first weekend of May 2026 in the Concert Hall in the Center for the Arts located on the Belhaven campus in Jackson, MS.
- Friday, May 1, 2026
- Saturday, May 2, 2026
The breakdown of the traditional undergrad services are as follows.
Traditional Undergraduate Commencement Services| 9:00 a.m. Service Saturday, May 2 |
11:00 a.m. Service Saturday, May 2 |
|---|---|
| Visual Arts Creative Writing Dance Film Production Graphic Design Music Theatre Biblical Studies Criminal Justice Digital Media English History Interdisciplinary Studies International/Intercultural Studies Pre-Law Public Relations Psychology Social Work Nursing Elementary Education |
Accounting Business Administration Classical Education Studies Fashion Merchandising Health Administration Sales Management Supply Chain Management Computer Information Systems Sport Management Leadership & Coaching Biology Chemistry Sports Medicine & Exercise Science Mathematics Computer Science |
Online and International Graduate service information will be decided at a later date.
Detailed Commencement information for students is available on .
Commencement FAQs
Concert Hall in the Center for the Arts
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835 Riverside Drive, Jackson, Mississippi
Online ordering is now closed.
Please check back after October 1st when December Commencement details are available.
Links for ordering Commencement tickets are now closed.
Ticket orders are scheduled to open on November 10, with an initial limit of six tickets per student. Students will be instructed to email for additional tickets if needed.
Diplomas will not be available for pickup at commencement. Diplomas are mailed approximately 6-8 weeks after all course requirements are completed. Make sure we have your correct mailing address BEFORE you finish your degree requirements. Address changes can be made by completing the Address Change Form in Blazenet.
We want your commencement day to be stress-free from the very start!
Parking will be available at the Center for the Arts, along Riverside Drive and Peachtree Street, as well as in the on-campus parking garage. Our friendly Belhaven Security team will be ready to assist you the moment you arrive.
Accessible Parking: Guests needing ADA accommodations will find convenient reserved spaces. For more details, check out our ADA Accommodations FAQ.
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We’re committed to making commencement a joyful celebration for everyone!
- Parking: ADA parking will be available at the Center for the Arts. Simply arrive at the west entrance on Riverside Drive, and our Security team will guide you to your reserved spot.
- Seating: ADA seating is limited, so we encourage graduates to reach out early if they or their guests need special accommodations. Please contact the Registrar’s Office at registrar@belhaven.edu to connect with our Commencement staff and discuss your needs.
Your graduation day deserves unforgettable photos—and our campus has plenty of stunning backdrops! Here are some favorite spots:
- The beautiful fountain between Preston Hall and Fitzhugh Hall
- The moving globe outside the Billy Kim International Center
- The iconic BU sign outside the Admissions building on Riverside Drive
- The beloved Belhaven Bowl, now featuring our powerful motto on the brick wall in the end zone: “To Serve, Not to be Served.”
Capture these moments, strike a pose, and let your Belhaven memories live on forever!
Photos and video will be posted in a new album on the in the days following the commencement ceremony.
Fall Commencement will be recorded and made live on the Belhaven YouTube Channel a few days following the ceremony.
Spring Commencement will be available live-stream on the day of commencement on the Belhaven YouTube Channel.
2026-2027 Academic Year
Friday, December 11, 2026
Friday, April 30, 2027
Saturday, May 1, 2027
2027-2028 Academic Year
Friday, December 10, 2027
Friday, April 28, 2028
Saturday, April 29, 2028
Registrar’s Office – 601-968-5922 or registrar@belhaven.edu
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Phone: 601-968-59222nd Floor, Preston Hall
1500 Peachtree St., Jackson, MS 39202
Fax: 601-510-1238
Verse of the Year
Go and make disciples of all the nations ... And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age.
Matthew 28:19-20