Commencement
CSU Pueblo Commencement 2027
Saturday, May 15, 2027 | CSU Pueblo ThunderBowl
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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
Commencement Ceremony Duration & Etiquette
The ceremony is expected to last approximately two and a half hours. Graduates will not be able to exit the ceremony early and must remain seated for the duration of the program. Out of respect for all graduates in attendance, we kindly ask that guests remain seated until the conclusion of the ceremony.
🎓 Announcement: Spring 2027 Commencement will be held on Saturday, May 15, 2027 at the CSU Pueblo ThunderBowl.
🔲 Apply for Graduation
Submit your electronic graduation contract from PAWS for approval.
Spring 2027 Deadline: February 12, 2027
Summer 2027 Deadline: June 11, 2027
🔲 Grad Fair
Graduate may attend Grad Fair on Thurday, March 18 or Friday, March 19, 2027 from 9am-5pm in the OSC for regalia questions, reserving the graduate seat & claiming guest tickets, and important information.
🔲 MANDATORY Packet Pickup
Mandatory for all graduates to attend to pick up all pre-arrival information, academic cords, regalia and other details.
Date and Time: Thursday, May 13, 2026 from 11am-6pm or Friday, May 14, 2026 9am-7pm
Location: OSC
🔲 MANDATORY Hooding Rehearsal
Mandatory for doctoral, master’s, or 3+2 graduate ONLY,
You only need to attend one session.
Date and Time: Thursday, May 13, 2027 from 6pm-7pm or Friday, May 14, 2027 from 11am-12pm (noon)
Location: CSU Pueblo ThunderBowl Stadium
🔲 Commencement Ceremony
The ceremony begins promptly at TBD on Saturday, May 15, 2027. Graduates should be at grad staging by TBD.
⏰ 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 #CSUPuebloGrad27 to be featured on our commencement page and university social channels.
Selected posts using #CSUPuebloGrad27 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 on top of campus. Designated accessible parking and graduate parking is located on the west side of the Thunderbowl stadium.
Accessibility
The venue is accessible for guests and graduates. ASL & Spanish interpreters will be available, and seating areas for guests with mobility needs will be available.
Regalia & Dress Code
Graduates must wear the official CSU Pueblo cap, gown, and tassel. Academic honor cords will be provided at Packet Pickup.
Livestream
Family and friends unable to attend can view the ceremony live. A direct link will be available here on Saturday, May 15 at TBD MST.
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Graduates have received these communications to help them prepare for commencement and ensure they are informed of all necessary details.
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Commencement Maps
View Your Commencement Maps: Explore key locations including the ThunderBowl layout, parking areas, and accessibility routes. Click any image below to enlarge.
📍 For questions, contact csup_commencement@csupueblo.edu .
