STEVENS POINT, WI (WSAU) — More than 1100 students will join the ranks of UWSP Alumni this weekend.
Two commencement ceremonies will be held this Saturday for the four different schools at the University. Director of Strategic Communications Nick Schulz says her department has worked all week to bring the events together on what is the best weekend of the year for the school.
“It’s the most exciting moment on our campus,” said Schulz. “And certainly in the college careers of our graduates. We are so proud of them and happy to be part of this special day.”
Schulz says the 10 AM ceremony will include the College of Letters and Science and the College of Natural Resources. the 2 PM ceremony features the College of Professional Studies and the College of Fine Arts and Communication.
Speakers for both ceremonies will include Chancellor Thomas Gibson and other high-ranking leaders. The Alumni speaker is Hayley Williamson from the Class of 2005, who is currently the Nevada Public Utilities Commissioner for the state of Nevada and is a licensed attorney. Each school will also have a student speaker.
Schulz says the only COVID-19 protocols in place for the day will be a recommendation for face coverings, but that remains optional. For those that can’t attend or don’t feel comfortable going into the crowded environment, there will be a live stream of both ceremonies on the school’s website.
Free parking will be available in all campus lots, with Lot F West reserved for handicap access.
