Winter Commencement 2025

The FSU Commencement Page is your go to for up-to-the-minute Commencement information! We will be updating this page more frequently as commencement approaches. For more information on graduation requirements, including application deadlines, degree clearance, and ordering regalia, be sure to check out the Graduation page in the office of the Registrar and download the Guide for Commencement.

Commencement:
Friday, December 12, 2025, 10:00am

Felton J. Capel Arena
Fayetteville State University

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The processional will begin promptly at 9:45am. No guests will be allowed to enter during the processional. All guests should make plans to be seated prior to 9:45am. Students should arrive at the Capel breezeway by 8:30 Friday morning.

Commencement will also be streamed live on the FSU Commencement webpage.

**Commencement rehearsal will be Thursday, December 11, 2025 at Capel Arena at 2:00pm.

Parking and Transportation

As we prepare for our upcoming commencement ceremony, we would like to share important parking information that will help facilitate a smooth experience. 

Parking Lot Closures:
Please note that parking Lots S and S1 (located at Felton J. Capel Arena) will be closed starting Thursday, December 11, 2025, at 5pm and will reopen after Commencement ceremony. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this time. 

Designated Parking Areas
To ensure all attendees have appropriate parking, we have designated specific lots for various groups:

Additional Transportation Services:
For our commencement guest, shuttles will be available. To track the FSU Shuttle buses on their route, please use the provided QR code: 
Additionally, we will have golf cart services available to help drop guests off at Felton J. Capel Arena. This service is designed to assist those who may need extra support in reaching the venue. 

Thank you for your attention to these important details as we approach commencement. We look forward to celebrating the achievement of our graduates.

Please contact 910-672-1775 for questions or concerns.

 

Information

Questions about Commencement, rehearsal, tickets, etc.? Email the Special Events team at events@uncfsu.edu.

 

 

ADA Assistance

Participants and guests requiring ADA assistance should contact the Counseling and Personal Development Center at 910-672-1222.

Captioning and American Sign Language Interpreters

  • The university ceremony will be captioned, and sign language interpreters will interpret the event.