UIW Set to Honor Fall Class of 2024
It’s that time of year again! Commencement Week begins on Monday, Dec. 9. The UIW community can expect a variety of events recognizing the accomplishments of its December 2024 graduates. Read about next week’s celebrations below!
Ring Ceremony – Monday, Dec. 9
The Fall 2024 UIW Ring Ceremony will take place at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 9. Students who have purchased their class jewelry and registered for the event are invited to the Chapel of the Incarnate Word to be presented with the rings that symbolize their time spent at UIW. A celebratory toast will take place after the ceremony in the Student Engagement Center Ballroom.
Registered participants can find Ring Ceremony preparation details and FAQs here.
Please note, this event is full. Contact the Office of Alumni Relations for more information.
Clock Tower Photos – Friday, Dec. 13
Graduates are invited to capture their special moment by posing for a free professional photo in front of the UIW clock tower on Friday, Dec. 13 from 9 a.m. - noon and 1 - 4 p.m. The Marjorie Jordan Carillon – also known as the clock tower – chimes every half hour, playing the Hymn to the Incarnate Word, the University’s alma mater. As the clock tower now counts down the final hours before the Fall 2024 graduates cross the stage, students can come take photos in their caps and gowns in front of one of UIW’s most iconic landmarks.
Baccalaureate Masses – Friday, Dec. 13
The Incarnate Word family will gather in the Chapel of the Incarnate Word on Friday, Dec. 13 to prayerfully rejoice in the achievements of the Class of 2024 and ask God to guide them as they begin a new chapter beyond the Nest. There are two Baccalaureate Masses that guest can attend:
- Friday, Dec. 13 at 2 p.m.
- Friday, Dec. 13 at 6:30 p.m.
Both masses will be held in the Chapel of the Incarnate Word located at 4503 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209.
Commencement Ceremony – Saturday, Dec. 14
The momentous occasion of the Fall 2024 Commencement Ceremony will take place at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 14 at the Freeman Coliseum (3201 E. Houston Street, San Antonio, TX 78219). Graduates from UIW’s various colleges and schools will be honored in one ceremony, where they will receive their hard-earned degrees. The ceremony’s processional will begin at 2:40 p.m. Tickets are required.
Find commencement ceremony details here.
Congratulations to the soon-to-be Fall 2024 UIW graduates!