L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs Spring 2026 Commencement

Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Greater Richmond Convention Center, Exhibit Hall A, 403 N. 3rd St. Richmond, VA 23219
Wilder School Spring Commencement
Saturday, May 9th, 2026
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Greater Richmond Convention Center
Exhibit Hall A, 1st Floor
403 N. 3rd St. Richmond, VA 23219

Students must arrive by 3:30 p.m for check-in in room E11abc located on the 1st floor.
Exhibit Hall A doors open to the public at 3:30 p.m.


ATTENTION STUDENTS - SIGN UP BY MAY 7th:

To participate in the Wilder School ceremony, please complete this response form with your RSVP by 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 7 --

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ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT LINKS:

>> Students expecting to participate in the school ceremony must also apply to graduate by completing the University Graduation Application. View information on the university graduation application 

>> View the VCU cap and gown regalia order information

>> View the Wilder School Commencement FAQ

>> Graduates, where will your next journey take you? Complete the First Destination Survey for a chance to win exclusive prizes