Commencement
CSU Pueblo Commencement 2026
Saturday, May 16, 2026 | CSU Pueblo ThunderBowl
Find Information for Your Role
Graduates
Checklist, regalia, rehearsal details, and ceremony information for graduates.
Guests
Parking, seating, and accessibility information for families and friends attending commencement.
Faculty & Staff
Ceremony instructions, volunteer info, and processional details for faculty and staff.
Important Dates & Announcements
🎓 Announcement: Spring 2026 Commencement will be held on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at the CSU Pueblo ThunderBowl. Gates open at 8:00 AM. Ceremony begins at 10:00 AM.
Apply for Graduation
Submit your application for graduation via the Registrar’s Office by March 14, 2026.
Cap & Gown Pickup
Regalia will be available for pickup at the Bookstore from April 28 – May 14, 2026.
Packet Pickup
Mandatory for all graduates to attend.
Date and Time: TBD
Location: OSC Lobby
Commencement Ceremony
The ceremony begins promptly at 10:00 AM on Saturday, May 16, 2026. Graduates should check in by 8:30 AM.
⏰ Please check this page regularly for updates or weather-related announcements.
Tag Your Commencement Photos!
Share your favorite graduation moments on social media and celebrate your achievement with the ThunderWolf family! Use our official hashtag #CSUPuebloGrad26 to be featured on our commencement page and university social channels.
Selected posts using #CSUPuebloGrad may appear on CSU Pueblo’s official channels.
Ceremony Details
Location
The commencement ceremony will take place at the CSU Pueblo ThunderBowl Stadium, located at
2200 Bonforte Blvd, Pueblo, CO 81001.
Parking
Free parking is available in all lots surrounding the ThunderBowl. Designated ADA-accessible parking is located on the west side of the stadium.
Accessibility
The venue is fully accessible for guests and graduates. ASL interpreters will be available, and seating areas for guests with mobility needs will be reserved.
Requests for accommodations due by May 5, 2026.
Regalia & Dress Code
Graduates must wear the official CSU Pueblo cap, gown, and tassel. Academic honor cords will be provided by the respective departments.
Livestream
Family and friends unable to attend can view the ceremony live. A direct link will be available here one week before commencement.
▶ Watch Live StreamCommencement Map
View Your Commencement Maps: Explore key locations including the ThunderBowl layout, parking areas, and accessibility routes. Click any image below to enlarge.
📍 For questions about directions or accessibility, contact commencement@csupueblo.edu.
