Life at Southwestern

Student Life Events

May 11th, 2026

Final Examinations

Final Examinations

Date & Time

May 11 - All Day

May 15th, 2026

Student Inclusion and Belonging Recognition Ceremony

Student Inclusion and Belonging Recognition Ceremony

This celebratory event honors graduating seniors who identify as part of the African diaspora, Hispanic/Latine communities, Asian and Pacific Islander diasporas, as well as LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent graduates.
This ceremony centers belonging, identity, and community pride, giving students a moment to be recognized in front of peers, families, and supporters.
May 15, 2026 @ 2:30 in Mood Bridwell Atrium

Location

Mood-Bridwell Hall

Date & Time

May 15 - 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Register

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May 16th, 2026

Commencement 2026

Commencement 2026

Date & Time

May 16 - 9:00am
Class of 2026 Commencement Convocation Ceremony

Class of 2026 Commencement Convocation Ceremony

This year’s Commencement will be held on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. on the Roy H. Cullen Academic Mall, allowing graduating seniors to celebrate their achievements in the heart of our picturesque campus.

Location

Roy H. Cullen Academic Mall

Date & Time

May 16 - 9:00am

October 23rd, 2026

Homecoming 2026

Homecoming 2026

Mark your calendars for October 23-25 for Homecoming! Stay tuned for more details.

Location

Southwestern University

Date & Time

October 23 - All Day

October 27th, 2026

SUnity Day 2026

SUnity Day 2026

An all-day, cross-campus event that is committed to building community among faculty, staff, and students through a focus on unifying our community by making connections across differences.

Location

Various Locations Across Campus

Date & Time

October 27 - All Day