Commencement Info for Parents

Commencement Weekend is May 8-10, 2026 

Congratulations to the parents of graduating seniors! We look forward to welcoming you to campus to celebrate this important milestone in your student's life.

To help you with your planning, please review the Commencement Weekend schedule and frequently asked questions. 

Important dates to note:

• Graduate School Commencement        
  Saturday, May 9, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
  Edman Chapel
• Baccalaureate Service
  Sunday, May 10, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
  Edman Chapel
• Undergraduate Commencement
  Sunday, May 10, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
  Edman Chapel

Commencement-related questions can be directed to commencement@wheaton.edu. 

Commencement Brunch

Bon Appetit will host a lavish buffet between Baccalaureate and Commencement ($25.81 for adults, $13.02 for kids ages 3-7, and graduating seniors are free). Please see the reservation instructions and RSVP for the Commencement Brunch.

Graduate Yard Signs

The Parent Engagement office is pleased to provide the following files that you can download. First is a PowerPoint file into which you can type in your graduate's name. The second is a generic sign for Commencement. 

- Editable yard sign (PowerPoint file)
- Generic 2026 Commencement sign (PDF format)