Spring Commencement is almost here, taking place May 16, and the excitement on campus is rising. As the Metropolitan State University of Denver community prepares to celebrate the Class of 2025, the University gives a standing ovation to the employees who have signed up to volunteer and invites everyone to join in the celebration.
Whether you’re helping out in person or cheering from the sidelines, see how you can support the event below:
On-site volunteers
The University Events team extends a huge thank-you to the MSU Denver employees serving as marshals and volunteers at Spring Commencement.
“Your time, energy and Roadrunner pride make these ceremonies memorable and meaningful for our grads and their families,” said Jessica Fernandez, senior director of University Events.
- Get ready: Review the Marshal Role Cheat Sheet and the Step-By-Step Guide for the Marshal Role for key info on where to be, when to arrive and what to do.
- Event FAQs: Review frequently asked questions to equip yourself to help out our guests and grads.
- Need help? If you have questions about your assignment or logistics, contact the Commencement Team.
Supporting Commencement remotely
For those unable to attend Commencement at the Denver Coliseum, consider the following options to support students remotely (before, during and after the event):
- Tune in online: Watch the livestream on the Commencement homepage. The page will be updated with a link to view the ceremonies the evening before the event.
Morning Ceremony | 9:30 a.m.
- College of Aerospace, Computing, Engineering and Design
- College of Business
- College of Health and Human Sciences
Afternoon Ceremony | 2:30 p.m.
- College of Letters, Arts and Sciences
- School of Education
- School of Hospitality
- Celebrate on social media: Join the celebration online by posting shoutouts and congrats and tagging the @msudenver handle. Include #msudenvergrad and #msudenvercommencement to spread the love.
- Think ahead: Interested in being a part of future ceremonies? Keep an eye on the Faculty and Staff page on the Commencement website for the Fall 2025 Call to Marshals.
- Point grads in the right direction: Have students or families with questions? Reference the FAQ page or send them to the Commencement website. It’s packed with helpful details on:
- Parking and arrival info
- Regalia and dress code
- Guest accommodations and Americans With Disabilities Act access
- Event schedules
- Photography and FAQs
Learn about speakers and award recipients
The keynote speaker for the morning ceremony is astronaut and sculptor Ed Dwight. President’s Award recipient Angie Petersen will also speak during the morning ceremony.
The afternoon ceremony will honor Marathon Award recipient Navin Dimond, who will also deliver an address to graduates. Hailey Glass, the Provost’s Award recipient, will impart her final remarks to her fellow graduates during this ceremony.
