2022 Commencement Details

Ceremony details

Join us in this celebration that marks the academic achievements of YSU graduates.

The ceremony will begin promptly at 1:00 p.m. and will last approximately 3 hours. Tickets are not required for guests.
Graduates who have elected to participate in the commencement ceremony should remain for the entire ceremony.

PROGRAM              

ACADEMIC PROCESSIONAL                 

WELCOME                                                                                                   
James P. Tressel, President

COLOR GUARD, PRESENTING OF COLORS   
The Youngstown State University Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps

NATIONAL ANTHEM                                                                              
Marlina Karimi, Vocal Graduate Assistant, Dana School of Music

STUDENT REFLECTION
Kathryn Kimes, Graduating Senior, Cliffe College of Creative Arts

PRESIDENT’S REMARKS                                                 
President Tressel

INTRODUCTION OF SPEAKER                                                             
Brien Smith, Provost and VP for Academic Affairs

COMMENCEMENT ADDRESS AND PRESENTATION OF HONORARY DOCTOR OF SCIENCE
William Kennedy, President of Redex Industries, Inc

REMARKS AND PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR DEGREES   
Provost Smith

CONFERRING OF DEGREES                                                                 
President Tressel

PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR DEGREES
Academic Deans  

CLOSING REMARKS
President Tressel

ALMA MATER    
Ms. Karimi

ACADEMIC RECESSIONAL          
 

During this special ceremony, please be respectful of others and maintain a quiet atmosphere.

Please be seated after the singing of the Alma Mater and remain seated during the Recessional.

Sign language interpreters will be positioned near the stage on the field.