LEXINGTON, Ky. — The College of Social Work (CoSW) at the University of Kentucky proudly celebrates the accomplishments of its graduating class of 2024 on Friday, December 20 at 10 a.m. Amidst a backdrop of joy and nostalgia, graduates, faculty, staff, families, and guests come together to commemorate this occasion as CoSW graduates walk across the stage at Rupp Arena in Lexington.
The ceremony, a testament to perseverance, dedication, and scholarly pursuit, symbolizes the culmination of hard work and unwavering determination. It marks the transition of students into empowered individuals ready to make their mark on the world.
The CoSW looks forward to celebrating its graduates at the Grad Gathering, hosted by the UK Alumni Association, following the ceremony, and at the Graduation Celebration, hosted by the CoSW. Throughout the week, graduates are invited to share their photos with the CoSW for an opportunity to be highlighted on social media. Please use #UKCoSWGrad24 on all their social media posts from the week to be featured at the Graduation Celebration.
Grad Gathering (hosted by UK Alumni Association)
Time: Immediately following commencement
Location: Rupp Arena
More information on commencement.
The Grad Gathering, occurring immediately following commencement in Rupp Arena, is an event at which all colleges with students graduating during the commencement ceremony will be represented, including the College of Social Work. The CoSW will be there with a small table and a gift for each graduate. Graduates typically walk through this space quickly before reuniting with any friends and family who watched them participate in commencement.
Graduation Celebration (hosted by UK College of Social Work)
Day: December 20, 2024
Time: 12:30 – 2:30 p.m.
Refreshments will be provided.
Location: Hilton Hotel (369 West Vine Street, Lexington, KY 40507) 2nd Floor in Salon B,C, and D.
Parking:
- Please park at the Hilton Hotel garage.
- Bring your parking ticket: Please make sure to bring your parking ticket with you to the reception.
- Where to get your parking validation sticker: You can pick up your validation sticker from Bryan Back or the CoSW team at the check-in table.
- Parking validation: The validation sticker will allow you to exit the parking garage without additional charges.
- Our team will be there to welcome you and will ask if you brought your parking ticket as part of the check-in process to make this as smooth as possible.
The Graduation Celebration, occurring after commencement, is a longer event and is exclusively for College of Social Work graduates. There will be food, photo opportunities, and an opportunity to spend more quality time with your fellow graduates as well as college faculty and staff.
