Commencement 2025
Commencement 2025
国产黑料 will hold its 60th Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May
10, 2025 at 10:15 am (EST) on the Rindge, N.H. Campus. The event will also be available
to view via .
weather update & planning
Based on the weather forecast, there is a chance of rain during tomorrow's Commencement
Ceremony, which will take place on Sodexo Field. Graduates, faculty, and staff will remain on the field, and we expect that most guests
will choose to remain at the Commencement site as well. It鈥檚 advisable to bring rain
gear.
However, we have expanded sites on campus where guests, if they choose to do so, can
watch the event via livestream in an indoor setting with limited seating. Guests can
watch the ceremony via in Spagnuolo Hall and in various classrooms in Petrocelli Hall. If needed, guests
can also go to the Fieldhouse or Marcucella Hall Room 102. Of course, the can be captured on your phone from any other location.
Staff onsite will direct guests to viewing locations, and a campus/viewing location map can be viewed here.
Finally, in the highly unlikely event of worsening weather conditions, we have a contingency plan which ensures that our graduates receive their diplomas on campus tomorrow. Additional details will be communicated as needed on our website and social media channels.
Map of Indoor Viewing Locations
If you have any issue with the stream above, .
The program book for the 2025 Commencement Ceremony can be viewed here.
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Commencement Countdown |
Commencement, ceremonies & additional Information
Please ask your guests to check the Commencement webpage and for more information.
- 100 Days to Commencement - January 30, 2025
- ADA Parking Info and One Month to Commencement - April 10, 2025
- Cap & Gown Pick Up for Residential Students - April 24, 2025
- Commencement Parking Information #1 - April 28, 2025
- Honors Convocation Information - April 28, 2025
- Commencement Parking Information #2 - April 30, 2025
- Honors Convocation Today! - May 2, 2025
- Commencement Parking Information #3 - May 2025
- Faculty & Staff Commencement Line Up and Livestream Information - May 5, 2025
- Commencement Parking Information #4 - May 6, 2025
- Commencement Line-Up Information for Graduates - May 8, 2025
国产黑料 will award one honorary degree and the Honorable Walter R. Peterson Citizen Leader Award as part of the University鈥檚 60th Commencement exercises on Saturday, May 10.
This year鈥檚 honorary degree will be awarded posthumously to Frederick W. 国产黑料 IV, former University Board of Trustees Chair and longtime supporter of Franklin 国产黑料鈥檚 commitment to student success.
In addition, James McKim will receive the Honorable Walter R. Peterson Citizen Leader Award, named for New Hampshire鈥檚 distinguished 72nd governor and the second president of 国产黑料.
国产黑料 is proud to announce that Rachel Strout has earned the distinction of being named Valedictorian for the Class of 2025, and Gabrielle Oliva has been named the class's Salutatorian. These two outstanding undergraduate students will be formally recognized at the University's Baccalaureate Ceremony and Commencement Exercises on May 9 and May 10 on the Rindge Campus.
Residential Student Regalia Pick-up in the Pioneer Lounge/Campus Center
Monday, April 28
11 am - 2 pm & 4 - 6:30 pm
Tuesday, April 29
4 - 6:30 pm
Wednesday, April 30
11 am - 2 pm
Please note:
- Students will need their ID with them to pick up their regalia.
- If you must arrange for another student to pick up your regalia, please clarify this by emailing Dean of Student Affairs, Zauyah Waite, at waitez@franklinpierce.edu
- Any regalia not picked up during the times above will be registered as a package and can be picked up in the mail room during mailroom hours.
The online ordering window has closed. If you need additional assistance, please contact registrar@franklinpierce.edu.
NOTE: SEE BELOW IF YOU NEED TO REQUEST AN ACCESSIBLE / HANDICAPPED PARKING SPACE 鈥� only one vehicle per student/family may be registered.
In order to plan for and accommodate accessible parking needs for guests at the Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 10, we have instituted a registration process.
Please from family members and guests of graduating students who will be joining us on campus for the Commencement Ceremony in Rindge, NH, on Saturday, May 10, 2025 and will require access to our accessible parking lot.
Please note: only individuals who have registered and can present a copy of our permit that will be emailed out in advance of the ceremony will be able to access this lot. Additional parking spaces are available in other lots on campus, and there will be golf-carts that can escort those that need additional assistance down to the ceremony site.
We will send out an electronic copy of the permit that must be printed off and brought with you in the vehicle that you have registered for access to the Accessible Parking. A full email will accompany that permit and you should expect to receive, if registered prior, by the end of the day on Friday, May 2, 2025. The deadline to register for access for this parking is at 12:00 pm (EDT), on Thursday, May 1, 2025.
If you have any questions at all regarding access to this parking, please email Dr. Zauyah Waite, Dean of Students, at waitez@franklinpierce.edu.
If you are in need of a Lactation Space, please visit the Dean of Students Office Space on the 2nd Floor of Peterson Manor. There is a small table, love seat, chair, and wipes for your use. There is also a bathroom located down the hall. If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Zauyah Waite at studentaffairs@franklinpierce.edu.
The Honors Convocation Ceremony was held on the Rindge Campus on Friday, May 2 at 3:30 pm.
A recording of the ceremony will be made available soon. The program book can be viewed here.
The Baccalaureate Ceremony for the Class of 2025 will be held on the Rindge Campus on Friday, May 9 at 3:30 pm.
Commencement rehearsal will take place at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 9 at the Commencement Stage on Sodexo Field.
SENIOR SEND-OFF EVENTS
- April 5: Red Sox Game, 85 spots available, 1:30 pm departure from Lakeview Bus Stop
- May 3: Boston Boat Cruise, 7 pm departure from Lakeview Bus Stop
- May 8: Sunrise Hike, Monadnock State Park, 3 am departure from Lakeview Bus Stop
- May 8: Baccalaureate Rehearsal 3 pm, Spagnuolo Hall
- May 8: Senior Luau: 7 - 11 pm, Lakeside Park and Education Center
- May 9: Commencement Rehearsal: 10 am, Commencement Stage
- May 9: Senior Brunch: 11 am - 1:15 pm, Dining Hall
- May 9: Ale Amble and Sip and Stroll: 12 - 1 pm, Lakeside Park
- May 9: Baccalaureate 3:30 pm, Spagnuolo Hall.
Line up for undergraduate students at 3 pm in Marcucella Courtyard (rain location, Marcucella 102). Graduates must wear caps and gowns for this event. Procession/Recession led by Class of 2025 Officers, Salutatorian and President Eden/Provost Paden. Faculty in regalia may also process.
Questions regarding Senior Send-off activities or Baccalaureate can be directed to Doug Carty at cartyd@franklinpierce.edu.
SENIOR MOVE-OUT
Senior move-out occurs on Saturday, May 10, post Commencement until 8 pm.
Residential Life staff will be available from Monday, May 5 - Friday, May 9 for any
graduate looking to check out earlier than Saturday, May 10 as well.
On Saturday, May 10, members of the Residence Life team will be in the main residential
life office and Lakeview Apartment area for apartments checks and key returns. Reminder
for all graduates that keys MUST be returned to avoid unnecessary charges.
Questions regarding move out or late stay requests can be directed to housing@franklinpierce.edu.
Details will be posted once available.
The Arizona Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) White Coat & Pinning Ceremony for the Class of 2025 was held on Saturday, March 1 from 10:30 am - 12 pm (MST) at the Glendale Civic Center, 5750 West Glenn Drive, Glendale, AZ.
Details will be posted once available.
Details will be posted once available.
The New Hampshire Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) Completion Ceremony for the Class of 2025 was held on Saturday, March 1 from 10 - 11:30 am at the Hilton Garden Inn's Mansfield/Killington Room, 35 N. Labombard Road, Lebanon, NH.
Read more about the ceremony and view photos here.
The New Hampshire Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Hooding Ceremony for the Class of 2025 was held on Friday, February 28 from 11 am - 1 pm at the Dana Center at St. Anselm College, 100 St. Anselm Drive, Manchester, NH.
Read more about the ceremony, view the recording and download photos here.
The Texas Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) Short White Coat Ceremony for the Class of 2026 was held on Friday, February 21 from 5 - 7 pm (CT) at the Hilton Embassy Suites, 270 Bass Pro Drive, Round Rock, TX.
| Here Are a Few Suggestions for Places to Eat Off Campus | ||
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| Restaurant | Distance | Type |
| Emma's 321 Pub and Kitchen 377 Route 202 Rindge, NH 03461 (603) 899-3322 |
5 minutes | Sit-down homestyle & American cuisine |
| Hometown Diner 1421 Route 119 Rindge, NH 03461 (603) 899-3200 |
6 minutes | Sit-down American Diner |
| Subway (In WalMart), Taco Bell (Up the road) | 7 minutes | Sit-in/Take-out |
| The Grove @ Woodbound Inn 247 Woodbound Road Rindge, NH 03461 (603) 532-8341 |
9 minutes | Sit-down dining. Reservations are advised. |
| Kogetsu 50 Jaffrey Road Peterborough, NH 03458 (603) 924-7773 |
17 minutes | Sit-down Pan-Asian entrees & sushi |
| Twelve Pine 11 School Street Peterborough, NH 03458 (603) 924-6140 |
20 minutes | Sit-down/Take-out sandwiches and prepared food |
| Pearl Restaurant & Oyster Bar 1 Jaffrey Road Peterborough, NH 03458 (603) 924-5225 |
21 minutes | Small sit-down Asian fusion cuisine and seafood |
| Papagallos Restaurant 9 Monadnock Highway Keene, NH 03431 (603) 352-9400 |
23 minutes | Sit-down Italian cuisine |
| Thai Garden 118 Main Street Keene, NH 03431 (603) 357-4567 |
27 minutes | Strip-mall outpost offering classic Thai |
| Margaritas Mexican Restaurant 77 Main Street Keene, NH 03431 (603) 357-4492 |
29 minutes | Sit-down Mexican cuisine |
| Chili's Grill & Bar 4 Ash Brook Road Keene, NH 03431 (603) 352-1984 |
30 minutes | Sit-down Tex-Mex-style cuisine |
| LongHorn Steakhouse 8 Ash Brook Road Keene, NH 03431 (603) 352-5088 |
30 minutes | Sit-down American cuisine |
CONTACT Student Affairs
Zauyah Waite, Ph.D.
Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students
(603) 899-4162
waitez@franklinpierce.edu
studentaffairs@franklinpierce.edu