Commencement and Commissioning

Congratulations to the Class of 2025
Norwich University is gearing up for an unforgettable Commencement weekend, set to take place in the heart of the iconic Shapiro Field House on the Northfield, Vermont campus. This year’s celebration will honor a remarkable group of graduates — from bachelor's and master’s programs, both residential and online — coming together to mark the culmination of their hard work and dedication. And that’s not all: the ROTC Joint Commissioning ceremony will also take place, recognizing the next generation of leaders. The air will be charged with excitement as past and present graduates unite for a long-awaited celebration of resilience, achievement, and the Norwich spirit. Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of pride, tradition, and new beginnings.
Commencement Events
Master’s Hooding Ceremony
Friday, May 2
4-5:30 p.m.
Shapiro Field House
RSVP Master's Hooding ceremony
Hooding Ceremony Reception
Friday, May 2
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Doyle Hall
Commencement Ceremony
Saturday, May 3
Doors open at 8 a.m.
Event begins at 10 a.m.
Shapiro Field House
ROTC Joint Commissioning
Saturday, May 3
Doors open at 2 p.m.
Event begins at 3 p.m.
Shapiro Field House
Important Planning Resources and Information
Plan your trip to Campus here:
Campus Map, Directions, Trip Planning
Day Of Tip: Please arrive to campus as early as possible on Saturday morning. There is often spring road construction on Rt. 12 between Montpelier and Northfield, VT. If you find there is construction, take I-89 and get off at the Northfield exit (exit 5) instead of taking Rt. 12. Please check below for road construction updates and delays.
Download the Printable Schedule:
Commencement Weekend Schedule 2025
Check roads, traffic, and construction here:
View Commencement & Commissioning 2025 Live Streams
Norwich Commencement 2025
ROTC Joint Commissioning 2025
Commencement & Commissioning News

Vermont Governor Phil Scott announced as 2025 graduation speaker
Governor Phil Scott will be featured as this year's commencement speaker on The Hill during the 2025 spring ceremony.

Brigadier General Shane P. Morgan ’94 Announced as the 2025 ROTC Joint Commissioning Ceremony Speaker
Norwich University is honored to announce United States Army Brigadier General Shane P. Morgan as the ROTC Joint Commissioning Ceremony speaker for the graduating Class of 2025.