Important commencement announcement from President Martin

Watch the video for an announcement from President Martin regarding May 2020 commencement.

A virtual commencement celebration is scheduled for May 16 – Save the date!

The following message was sent via email from President Martin to May 2020 graduates on April 14.

Drake University will hold a virtual commencement celebration on May 16 to recognize and commend graduates of the Class of 2020. In addition, graduates are invited to attend December 2020 commencement exercises in tandem with December graduates. 

The University is working hard to create a meaningful online experience that recognizes the many, well-deserved achievements of the Class of 2020. The specifics of the celebration are still being determined. Stay tuned for more details in the coming weeks, including a link to a virtual commencement web page. 

For now, mark your calendars for May 16 and invite your family and friends to tune in at any time and from any location (there will not be a specific start time) to celebrate this remarkable milestone.

For questions, see a list of FAQs regarding spring commencement.