Commencement
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Commencement is a time of celebration for Valley Forge graduates. We want to be the first to congratulate you on your soon-to-be-earned University of Valley Forge degree and accomplishing this important milestone in your life and education. Commencement is also the culmination of your academic life at the University of Valley Forge. Enjoy every moment.
May 3
Baccalaureate - 10am & Commencement - 3pm
Many hours of writing, reading, late night studying, prayer and reflection have culminated in this moment. You have overcome many challenges and doubts, and by God’s grace, you have persevered. What a joy it has been for University of Valley Forge to be a part of your life. Your fervent heart for God and your eagerness to learn have been a constant inspiration. May God keep on changing you in His likeness and may He keep on using you for His glory.
IMPORTANT EVENTS
Rehearsal – Thursday, May 2, 2024, 3:00 pm – Flower Chapel
Baccalaureate Service – Friday, May 3, 2024, 10:00 am – Flower Chapel
Lunch – Friday, May 3, 2024, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm – Dining Commons
Commencement Ceremony – Friday, May 3, 2024, 3:00 pm – Green Lane Commons (Flower Chapel if there is inclement weather)
TICKETS
Six (6) Chapel and four (4) overflow (Cardone Hall classrooms) tickets for the Commencement service will be distributed to each graduate during Commencement Rehearsal on May 2, 2023 if needed due to inclement weather. No tickets are needed if the service is outdoors.
SPECIAL NEEDS SEATING
Special seating is available for guests who have medical conditions in the general seating area. If Commencement is held in Flower Chapel due to inclement weather, there will also be special needs seating area. Due to limited space, we can accommodate up to 2 guests of the total guests allowed for each graduate. Others in the graduate’s guest party will sit in the general seating area. Guests may also watch the ceremony broadcast live in the air-conditioned classroom.
A drop-off area is available for those with conditions that prevent them from walking distances.
INCLEMENT WEATHER INFORMATION
In the event of inclement weather, the location of the Commencement ceremony will change from the Green Lane Commons to the Flower Chapel. Since seating is limited, guest admission to the Flower Chapel is by ticket only.
HOT WEATHER
It is possible that the weather will be unseasonably warm. Students and guests are advised to dress appropriately if this is the case.
INDOOR CLOSED-CIRCUIT COVERAGE
Rain or shine, the Commencement ceremony will be broadcast live through closed-circuit coverage in air-conditioned classrooms in Cardone Hall.
INTERNET WEB COVERAGE
The University of Valley Forge will webcast the entire Baccalaureate service and Commencement ceremony live on the Internet. Family and friends who cannot attend in person should log on early to ensure a good connection.
PARKING
Designated parking instructions will be given on-site when you arrive.
PHOTOGRAPHY
A photographer from UVF will take an individual photo of each graduate receiving their diploma on-stage. Graduates do not have to make prior arrangements for their diploma photo. They will provided to graduates for free via email along with their graduate headshot photo which was taken prior to graduation. Please allow up to six weeks for the processing and emailing of photos.