Location
The location for the December 2023 commencement ceremony is held at St. Mary's Church, 9505 Gayton Road, Henrico. Va. 23229.
Date
Fall commencement is scheduled for Thursday, December 21, 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Masks
Bon Secours Mercy Health recently updated protocol regarding masks. Masks are not required and are optional for graduates and attendees.
Dress Code
Students should refer to the Preparing for the Ceremony page for details.
Please refrain from bringing any balloons or noisemakers. If we see items that are distracting or cause any disturbance during the ceremony, we will ask that you place them in your car.
Diplomas
Graduates will receive their diplomas upon arrival at the ceremony venue. Graduates who are not walking in the ceremony will have their diplomas shipped to the address listed in the Student Portal.
Nursing Pins
As traditionally part of our ceremony, graduates will receive their nursing pins during commencement.
Photography
Professional senior portraits will be taken in cap and gown at St. Mary's Catholic Church before the ceremony. Information regarding individual portraits will be communicated to you prior to the ceremony.
Parking
General parking is available at the ceremony location.