COMMENCEMENT

Celebrating the Graduates of Simmons College of Kentucky

Commencement will be held

on Sunday May 12, 2024 at 5:00pm.

To be held at:

St. Stephen Church · 1018 S 15th St, Louisville, KY 40210

Graduates

Diplomas are mailed after graduation

The diploma will be mailed to you at the address listed on your Application for Graduation. However, if the address to which the diploma is to be mailed has changed since filing the graduation application, please update the diploma address immediately by emailing Dr. Samantha Betton via sbetton@simmonscollegeky.edu. Diplomas for graduates will be mailed approximately 3-6 weeks following commencement.

Please ensure that all obligations, such as the return of books to the library and arrangements for repayment of loans, have been fulfilled prior to leaving the campus. Final transcripts and diplomas will not be issued to students with outstanding obligations.

Commencement Fair

Friday April 5th · 11:00am-1:00pm 

A&L Building 

You are one step closer to graduating, and we are so excited to celebrate your accomplishments! The Simmons Commencement Fair is a convenient, all-in-one event that provides you with everything you need for graduation.

This event is highly encouraged, as you will have a chance to:

  • Obtain your graduation announcements
  • Get measured and order your cap and gown
  • Take a complimentary graduation photo
  • Learn about opportunities to get involved with the Alumni Association

Most importantly, you'll be able to network with hiring employers to take the next step in your career path. FREE lunch will be provided, and each graduate who joins the Alumni Association will be entered into a raffle!

Commencement Weekend Schedule

Friday May 10, 2024

Senior Send-Off: Cook out on The Yard

1:00pm-3:00pm 

 

Friday May 10, 2024

Baccalaureate Ceremony

6:00pm (Graduates arrive @ 5:15pm)

 

Saturday May 11, 2024

The 1879 Celebration: Graduate Dinner & Dance

6:00pm

Sunday May 12, 2024

Commencement Ceremony

5:00pm

Guests

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS NEAR

ST. STEPHEN BAPTIST CHURCH

OMNI LOUISVILLE HOTEL

400 S 2nd St

Louisville, KY 40202

(502) 313-6664

https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/louisvilleomni

THE GALT HOUSE HOTEL

140 N Fourth St

Louisville, KY 40202

(502) 589-5200

www.galthouse.com


LOUISVILLE MARRIOTT DOWNTOWN

280 W Jefferson St

Louisville KY 40202

(502) 627-5045

https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/sdflm-louisville-marriott-downtown

MOXY LOUISVILLE DOWNTOWN

100 W Washington St

Louisville, KY 40202

(502) 874-4331

https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/sdfox-moxy-louisville-downtown/overview/

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES LOUISVILLE DOWNTOWN

800 W Market St

Louisville, KY 40202

(502) 583-2552

https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/louisville


FAQ

Where do I pick up my cap and gown (regalia)?

Information regarding cap and gown pickup forthcoming. All graduates will receive an email from Mr. McDaniel. 


Where do I park?

Parking for St. Stephen Church is available in the front of the church at the 15th Street Lot and to the South side of the church on Prentice Street. There is additional parking available in the Family Life Center Lot located just North of the Family Life Center building.

1018 South 7th Street

Louisville, Kentucky 40203

(502) 776-1443

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