Chelsea Zhao
Staff Writer
DU Class of 2022 is on track to attend an in-person graduation ceremony along with Candle and Rose as well as a Baccalaureate Mass.
Mass will be celebrated in Rosary Chapel at 6 p.m. on Saturday, May 7. The Mass is a Roman Catholic celebration of the Eucharist and invites guests and graduates of all faith to attend. No regalia is required for the Mass. Nathaly Valdivia Oberto-Besso is the student preacher.
Candle and Rose is set for 8 p.m. on Saturday, May 7, on the Quad and Cloister Walk. In case of rain, the location is Lund Auditorium. No regalia is needed at the ceremony. Volunteers are appreciated for this unique Dominican tradition.
Commencement is on Sunday, May 8, at noon for undergraduates and 4:30 p.m. for graduates at the Rosemont Theatre. Students will need to wear their academic regalia and meet one hour prior to the ceremony in the staging area for the processional walk. Refreshments will also be provided in the morning and between the ceremonies.
