Join us in Celebrating the MDA Class of 2027
Our MDA graduating class of 2027 is composed of leaders in a wide variety of fields. Coming from all over the world, they represent the global interdisciplinary collaboration needed to address some of today’s most complex challenges. We are honored to gather the international community of people who have supported them on their journey for this special graduation. On May 24th & 25th 2027, we invite friends and family to join the official Graduation Ceremony (Part I, online & Part II, in person). To register please see the information below.
Student & Guest Registration
We are so excited to celebrate the accomplishments of our MDA Class of 2027 with the family and friends who have supported them along their journey to graduation.
On May 24th, 2027, every student can invite as many guests to The Lyrical, the first part of the Graduation Ceremony hosted online. On May 25th, students can invite three guests to join the second part of the Graduation Ceremony, hosted in person in San Francisco. Master degree candidates, please register yourself and your guests for the official Graduation Ceremony using the registration link. Please note that if you have children under 16, or if your guests have children under 3, these children do not need to be registered using one of your guest tickets, but must still be registered via the form to account for seating.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
Procedures & Policies
For guests traveling from outside of the United States, you can request for a Visa Application Support Letter via the form to attend the ceremony on May 25th.
For all in-person events a mask is not required, wearing one is your choice. We require you to show no Covid-19 symptoms within 10 days of the event.
Graduation Schedule
It is with excitement that we welcome MDA students to participate in a series of events, building up to the final Graduation Ceremony. Please note that changes in schedule might still occur. Venues & timing will be updated as things are finalized & will be communicated immediately to MDA students.
Minerva Conference Mixer
Location TBD | May 19
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm PST
Join Minerva's Undergraduate & MDA class of 2027, staff & faculty, alumni & partners / professionals for a celebratory finale to the Undergraduate Conference. Graduates will get to mix & mingle with the undergraduate class, alumni & partners. Food and drink provided.
Location TBD
MDA Graduation Reception
Location TBD | May 23
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm PST
We invite MDA graduates to a Graduation Reception in San Francisco with members of the Graduate team & Cabinet as a part of their Minerva Graduation experience.
Location TBD.
The Lyrical
Online | May 24
8:00 am - 9:00 am PST
This is the first part of the Minerva Graduation for MDA Graduates. The Minerva community—graduates, their family members & guests, staff & faculty—are invited to come and celebrate the achievements of the MDA Class of 2027 as a whole with the Lyrical Virtual Ceremony. This is a non-ticketed, virtual event.
ASM Family Field Day
Location TBD|May 24
10:00 am - 1:00 pm PST
The Undergraduate class of 2027 Associated Students of Minerva representatives invite all Minerva graduates, their family members & guests, and staff & faculty to come together for a picnic & field day at the beautiful Hellman Hollow in Golden Gate Park. This event will give the extended Minerva community a time to relax, eat together, and engage in games, activities & contests. This is a non-ticketed event
Location TBD
Rehearsal for Degree Conferral
Herbst Theater | May 24
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm PST
To ensure that graduates feel prepared for the Degree Conferral Ceremony, we are hosting a rehearsal this day. Graduates will be guided through their cues for the ceremony to ensure a smooth & efficient flow of events at graduation. This is optional for MDA graduates.
Located at 401 Van Ness Ave.
Degree Conferral Ceremony
Herbst Theater | May 25
3:00 pm – 7:00 pm PST
This is the second part of the Minerva Graduation for MDA graduates. Graduates and two ticketed family members & guests are invited to celebrate the Class of 2027 with a Degree Conferral Ceremony, followed by reception. Join the Minerva staff and faculty in celebrating the achievement of the Class of 2027. The Herbst Theater will host us for the ceremony, with the Veterans Building Lobby hosting the reception, featuring champagne and non alcoholic beverages. This is a ticketed event.
All venues located at 401 Van Ness St.
Dress code: Formal or Traditional attire.
Valete, Salvete
Pandora Karaoke Bar | May 25
Say goodbye (valete) to being a student and hello (salvete) to being a Minerva Alum! Minerva graduates are invited to join the Alumni for this Graduation tradition. Mix and mingle with Alumni, participate in alumni initiation, and let loose in celebration of Graduation!
More Information
Details will be added & communicated as we get closer to May. Students can add all events to their calendar using their Minerva email address, Graduation Google Calendar.
For any questions regarding Graduation, you can access the FAQ and email us at graduation@minerva.edu
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