The 62nd SPCS Commencement exercises were held on Saturday, May 10, 2025, in the Robins Center Arena. The ceremony was live streamed, and the event recording, along with photos and commencement features, appear on this page.
The graduating SPCS class of 2025 has an opportunity to contribute to the University of Richmond experience through a class gift campaign. This effort supports scholarship initiatives and enhances the experience for future SPCS students. We recommend a gift of $20.25 to commemorate your graduation year, but every contribution, regardless of amount, matters. The giving deadline is June 30, 2025.
Richard Bagby, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts from the University of Richmond School of Professional & Continuing Studies, was selected by faculty to present remarks on behalf of graduating SPCS students at 2024 Commencement Exercises on May 10, 2025.
Sabrina Guerin, C’17, a 2017 graduate of the University of Richmond School of Professional and Continuing Studies, was nominated by members of the SPCS Alumni Association board of directors to receive the Gibb Family Distinguished Alumni Award at SPCS 2025 Commencement Exercises on May 10, 2025.
Sarah Calveric, adjunct associate professor of educational leadership & policy studies, was nominated by students to receive the Itzkowitz Family Distinguished Adjunct Faculty Award at the School of Professional & Continuing Studies 2025 Commencement Exercises on May 10, 2025.
As part of a long-standing tradition, a graduating student, faculty member, and an alum will address School of Professional and Continuing Studies graduates during the the School’s graduation ceremony at 9 a.m. on Saturday, May 10.
The School of Professional and Continuing Studies continued its tradition of honoring excellence among students, faculty and alumni during its annual SPCS Night celebration on May 7, 2025.
The School of Professional & Continuing Studies recognized 113 graduating students and graduation candidates at its 62nd Commencement Exercises on May 10, 2025.
Allison Steele Hicks, who is earning a master’s degree in HR management, has always been passionate about people and service.
Tanner Atkinson’s journey from a struggling student to a thriving information technology analyst showcases the transformative power of perseverance in education.
Jenna Brooks, who is earning a bachelor’s degree in liberal arts, looks forward to the next step in her academic journey after taking a short break, which is applying to a graduate program in library science.
The School of Professional and Continuing Studies 2024 Commencement ceremony celebrated the graduation of students earning 11 undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates.
Commencement Participants
Visit the SPCS Night page for a list of students who earned the honor of participating in Commencement as University Mace bearer, U.S. flag bearer, University flag bearer, SPCS banner bearer, and student speaker. The page also lists student and faculty awards that were included in the Commencement program.
Commencement Addresses
Additional Resources
The School of Professional and Continuing Studies 2023 Commencement ceremony celebrated the graduation of students earning 11 undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates.
Commencement Participants
Visit the SPCS Night page for a list of students who earned the honor of participating in Commencement as University Mace bearer, U.S. flag bearer, University flag bearer, SPCS banner bearer, and student speaker. The page also lists student and faculty awards that were included in the Commencement program.
Commencement Addresses
The School of Professional and Continuing Studies 2022 Commencement ceremony celebrated the graduation of students earning 11 undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates.
Commencement Participants
Visit the SPCS Night page for a list of students who earned the honor of participating in Commencement as University Mace bearer, U.S. flag bearer, University flag bearer, SPCS banner bearer, and student speaker. The page also lists student and faculty awards that were included in the Commencement program.
Commencement Addresses
The School of Professional and Continuing Studies 2021 Commencement ceremony celebrated the graduation of students earning 11 undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates. Also held on the same day was a ceremony for the class of 2020, which was unable to celebrate commencement as usual due to the pandemic.
Commencement Participants
Visit the SPCS Night page for a list of students who earned the honor of participating in Commencement as University Mace bearer, U.S. flag bearer, University flag bearer, SPCS banner bearer, and student speaker. The page also lists student and faculty awards that were included in the Commencement program.
Commencement Addresses
The School of Professional and Continuing Studies, following health and safety guidelines during the coronavirus pandemic, did not hold the 2020 Commencement ceremony as usual. Instead, we used the two weeks around our traditional Commencement date to celebrate our graduating students and award winners.
Commencement Participants
Visit the SPCS Night page for a list of students who earned the honor of participating in Commencement (but were unable to do so) as University Mace bearer, U.S. flag bearer, University flag bearer, SPCS banner bearer, and introducer of the Commencement speaker. The page also lists student and faculty awards that would have been included in the Commencement program.
Commencement Speaker
SPCS selected Commencements speakers. Since they were unable to give their addresses, we asked them to write reflections on their experience in SPCS.
President’s Message to the Class of 2020
The School of Professional and Continuing Studies 2019 Commencement ceremony celebrated the graduation of students earning 11 undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates.
Commencement Participants
Visit the SPCS Night page for a list of students who earned the honor of participating in Commencement as University Mace bearer, U.S. flag bearer, University flag bearer, SPCS banner bearer, and introducer of the Commencement speaker. The page also lists student and faculty awards that were included in the Commencement program.
Commencement Addresses
The School of Professional and Continuing Studies 2018 Commencement ceremony celebrated the graduation of students earning 11 undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates.
Commencement Participants
Visit the SPCS Night page for a list of students who earned the honor of participating in Commencement as University Mace bearer, U.S. flag bearer, University flag bearer, SPCS banner bearer, and introducer of the Commencement speaker. The page also lists student and faculty awards that were included in the Commencement program.
Commencement Addresses
The School of Professional and Continuing Studies 2017 Commencement ceremony celebrated the graduation of students earning 11 undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates.
Commencement Participants
Visit the SPCS Night page for a list of students who earned the honor of participating in Commencement as University Mace bearer, U.S. flag bearer, University flag bearer, SPCS banner bearer, and introducer of the Commencement speaker. The page also lists student and faculty awards that were included in the Commencement program.
Commencement Addresses
The School of Professional and Continuing Studies 2016 Commencement ceremony celebrated the graduation of students earning 11 undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates.
Commencement Participants
Visit the SPCS Night page for a list of students who earned the honor of participating in Commencement as University Mace bearer, U.S. flag bearer, University flag bearer, SPCS banner bearer, and introducer of the Commencement speaker. The page also lists student and faculty awards that were included in the Commencement program.
Commencement Addresses
The School of Professional and Continuing Studies 2015 Commencement ceremony celebrated the graduation of students earning 11 undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates.
Commencement Participants
Visit the SPCS Night page for a list of students who earned the honor of participating in Commencement as University Mace bearer, U.S. flag bearer, University flag bearer, SPCS banner bearer, and introducer of the Commencement speaker. The page also lists student and faculty awards that were included in the Commencement program.
Commencement Addresses
The School of Professional and Continuing Studies 2014 Commencement ceremony celebrated the graduation of students earning 13 undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates.
Commencement Participants
Visit the SPCS Night page for a list of students who earned the honor of participating in Commencement as University Mace bearer, U.S. flag bearer, University flag bearer, SPCS banner bearer, and introducer of the Commencement speaker. The page also lists student and faculty awards that were included in the Commencement program.
Commencement Addresses
The School of Professional and Continuing Studies 2013 Commencement ceremony culminated the School’s Fiftieth Anniversary celebration with a special address by Richmond president Dr. Edward L. Ayers.
Commencement Participants
Visit the SPCS Night page for a list of students who earned the honor of participating in Commencement as University Mace bearer, U.S. flag bearer, University flag bearer, SPCS banner bearer, and introducer of the Commencement speaker. The page also lists student and faculty awards that were included in the Commencement program.
Commencement Addresses
In addition to these speakers, Dr. Edward L. Ayers, University president, was invited to offer the School’s 50th anniversary commemorative address.
The School of Continuing Studies 2012 Commencement ceremony invoked University and School traditions in conferring degrees on graduates.
Commencement Participants
Visit the SCS Night page for a list of students who earned the honor of participating in Commencement as University Mace bearer, U.S. flag bearer, University flag bearer, SCS banner bearer, and introducer of the Commencement speaker. The page also lists student and faculty awards that were included in the Commencement program.
Commencement Addresses