Commencement at George Fox University

Guest Services

Translation Services

Do you or a guest planning to attend commencement need translation services during the ceremony? Please let us know by completing this Translation Request form

Lodging & Transportation

Here is a link to a list of local Lodging & Transportation options on our website.

Download a campus map.

Midyear Commencement

Tickets will be required for all guests at both midyear ceremonies. The number of tickets each student receives will be determined once we have an accurate number of graduates participating in the events (within the first month of fall semester).

More details will be provided as the date draws closer.

Undergraduate Commencement

George Fox will host a midyear undergraduate commencement ceremony for all undergraduate students at 11 a.m. on  Saturday, Dec. 19, 2026, in Bauman Auditorium on our Newberg campus.

Graduate Commencement

George Fox will host a midyear graduate commencement ceremony for graduates in education, business and medical sciences grad programs at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 19, 2026, in Bauman Auditorium on our Newberg campus.

Commencement Videos

Both the 11 a.m. undergraduate and 3 p.m. graduate commencement ceremony videos from midyear 2025 are available to watch now at the link below!

Midyear 2025 commencement videos

Watch video: A Moment In Time | Commencement Day 2022
Illustrated bruin design that says "congrats!"

Celebrate Your Grad in Style!

We know commencement is more than just a ceremony—it’s a milestone worth celebrating! To help you show your pride and add a little extra Bruin spirit to the big day, we’ve put together a collection of celebratory resources for families.

From yard sign designs (perfect for printing at Vistaprint, FedEx, or your local print shop) to festive home printables for your graduation party, we’ve got everything you need to make your graduate feel extra special.

Explore Our Celebration Resources

Questions?