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Students watch with their graduation caps the speaker.
Western Colorado University

2026 Commencement

Commencement 2026 Details

 May 9, 2026 | 10 AM | Mountaineer Bowl at The Rady Family Sports Complex

Please refrain from bringing dogs and pets to the Commencement ceremony. Service dogs welcome.

Western Colorado University is pleased to announce that Commencement will be held in the Mountaineer Bowl at The Rady Family Sports Complex. Following the ceremony, a reception will be held at the University Center for students, families, faculty, and staff.  

In addition to seating at the stadium, the ceremony will be livestreamed on this page. Indoor seating to watch the livestream will also be available in the University Center Theater.

2026 Commencement Photographs

A graduate shakes Jess Young's hand.

All galleries

All photo galleries allow free downloadable images.

All Galleries
Graduates gather for a group photo.

Group & Ceremony Photos

Group photos from before and during the ceremony.

Group Photos
A family smiles with their graduate.

Family Reception

Photos are available for download.

Family Reception

President’s Office

President

Contact Information

970.943.2114
president@western.edu

Contact Location

Western Colorado University
1 Western Way
Gunnison, CO 81231