2025 Commencement
Sunday, April 27, 2025 | VanAndel Arena
After years of dedication and hard work, you put into earning your degree from Davenport University, your graduation is finally here! We cannot wait to celebrate with you, your family and your friends. Jon Husby, the president and CEO of ADAC, will serve as this year’s commencement speaker.
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Arriving at Van Andel Arena
- The doors will open at 12:30 p.m. Graduates should arrive by 1:30 p.m. at the latest.
- Tickets are not required for graduates or their guests.
- Upon arrival, graduates will check-in to receive their name card and then be directed to their seating area.
- Construction season has begun. Please allow extra time for travel and parking — directions, construction, and parking information here.
Van Andel Arena Security Protocols
- Metal Detector Screening — all guests and graduates entering the arena are subject to metal detector screening.
- No Bag Policy — Van Andel Arena has adopted a No Bag Policy, permitting no bags, backpacks or purses other than those required for medical or diaper bags into the venue. Small clutches no larger than 4.5"x6.5" will be permitted. Learn more here.
- Cameras and video cameras are permitted. However, guests should plan to take pictures from their seats as access to the main floor is strictly for those involved in the ceremony.
After the Ceremony
- Graduates will recess out the southwest doors of the Arena onto Ottawa Ave.
- To ensure a smooth experience, please arrange to connect with your guests or graduate outside the Van Andel Arena. Meeting inside the Arena will not be possible.
On-site services
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The Davenport University Spirit Store will have items for sale for guests to purchase. |
Commencement Flowers will be selling bouquets of roses ($15-$30). |
Limited concessions will be available. |
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Watch the 2025 Commencement Ceremony live!
Graduation Ceremony Location
Van Andel Arena
130 W Fulton
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
United States