Celebrating YOU in 2026
Attention all graduating students! Congratulations! It's time to celebrate your achievements as you embark on a new journey. Commencement isn't just a ceremony; it's a milestone marking your dedication, perseverance, and growth.
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Graduating Students will automatically receive Commencement email communications to their UNH email address.
Family and friends can register to receive email updates
All UNH Durham and College of Professional Studies ceremonies will take place in the Whittemore Center.
Graduates at these ceremonies will have the option to claim up to 4 tickets each.
Livestream will start 20 minutes before each ceremony.
10AM
(includes UNH Manchester and CPS Online Graduate Students)
the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences
The College of Professional Studies
(includes UNH Manchester and CPS Online Undergrads)
The College of Life Sciences and Agriculture
Highlights from last year's Commencement
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Thomas P. Hayes '87, former CEO of Ocean Spray and longtime industry leader
2026 Undergraduate Commencement Speaker and Honorary Degree recipient -
Rebecca Rule '76, '79G, beloved humorist, storyteller, speaker, and author
2026 Graduate School Commencement Speaker and Honorary Degree Recipient -
Dana Hamel '88P, '23H, UNH benefactor
2026 Granite State Award Recipient (posthumous)
Keynote Speakers
We are pleased to announced the keynote speakers for the 2026 Commencement ceremonies!
Commencement Awards
Commencement is an important part of university life where we celebrate the culmination of hard work and achievement.
Commencement awards recognize individuals whose achievements have made significant contributions to the citizens of the State of New Hampshire or society as a whole.
Nominations are due by September 30.
Previous Winners
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