Westminster Commencement

Spring 2022 Commencement Ceremony

Welcome 2021 and 2022 graduates. Join us for 2022 Commencement as we celebrate your many accomplishments.

May 11, 2022

1st Bank Event Center
11450 Broomfield Lane
Broomfield, CO 80021
Free Parking is Available
See Map

6 pm - doors open
6:15 pm - graduates check-in
7 pm - processional begins 

RSVP to Save Your Seat

Don't forget to reserve your seat at commencement by filling out the RSVP form:

Commencement RSVP

Graduation Live Stream

You can also watch graduation remotely with our live stream:

Join link:
https://cccs-meetings.webex.com/cccs-meetings/j.php?MTID=m96a9e48bece354c85c9d38535ad2bc45

Webinar number:
2622 623 8235

Webinar password:
M8Aqc3KdvV2 (68272353 from phones)

Join by phone
+1-720-650-7664 United States Toll (Denver)
Access code: 262 262 38235

Caps, Gowns, & Tassels

If you are participating in commencement, you will need to wear a traditional cap and gown, which you can buy from the campus bookstore. We also recommend comfortable shoes.

Honor cords will be available for students who hold a 4.0 cumulative GPA.

• If you’re a member of Phi Theta Kappa, you can order a gold tassel by emailing Michelle Medeiros.

Announcements

Order graduation announcements at the Campus Store.

Guests, Parking, Seating, and Concessions

• There is no limit for the number of guests that can attend the ceremony.
• Tickets are not required for guests and parking is free.
• Concession stands will be open.
• The Campus Store will be on site selling graduation memorabilia. 
• Please note that the arena seating does not provide space for strollers and the 1STBANK Center does not allow balloons.

When You Arrive

Students need to check in and line up before the ceremony.

• Ushers will tell you where to go.
• Please check in no later than 6:45 pm to be sure to be in line for the processional.
• You will receive a name card when you check in. Keep that card with you and hand it to the narrator during the presentation of the graduates.

Disability Accommodations

• The 1st Bank Center is handicap accessible, and handicap parking is available in the north parking lot.
• Sign language interpreters will be signing during the ceremony.
• For guests who need wheelchair seating, accessible seating areas will be provided. To accommodate all guests, we must limit parties to no more than four (chair user plus three family members/friends.)
• If you need anything else, please contact Nicole Silva at least three days before the ceremony at 303-404-5676.

Personal Belongings

Please leave your personal belongings with your guests. You will need your hands free for the processional and you shouldn’t leave your things where they could be lost or stolen.

Photographs

GradImages will take photos during the ceremony.

• Fill out the form on the back of your name card before handing it to the announcer during the ceremony.
• GradImages will contact you with proofs and ordering instructions three to five days after graduation.
• Guests are also welcome to bring their own cameras.
• A video of the ceremony will be posted on YouTube.

After the Ceremony

The ceremony usually ends around 9 pm. Graduates can have their guests meet them in the corridor for a light refreshment.