The Class of 2023 Joplin Commencement will be held at Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) - Leggett and Platt Athletic Center at 3950 E. Newman Road in Joplin, Mo. Leggett & Platt Athletic Center is an indoor sports venue located on the campus of Missouri Southern State University with a capacity of 4,000. Free parking is located in parking lots around the athletic center. Limited handicapped parking is available.
(All times and locations are subject to change)
Thursday, May 4, 2023
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TBD
BioEthics Dual Degree Dinner
BioEthics Dual Degree Graduates
Invitation Only
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5:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Rockhurst DO/MBA Dual Degree Dinner
Hosted by Rockhurt University
Chaos Brewery
112 S. Main Street
Joplin, Mo.
Invitation Only
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Friday, May 5, 2023 (Required)
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8:30 - 9:00 a.m.
Welcome
J-Lecture Hall
Dr. Cox, Dr. Heiles, Philanthropy/Alumni Relations
Students Only
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9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Honors & Awards
J-Lecture Hall
University Relations & Student Services
Students Only
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10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Attire & Rehearsal
J-Lecture Hall
Attire will be placed at students seats. You will receive instructions regarding what to do if you have missing attire.
Students Only
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11:00 - 12:00 p.m.
Financial Aid Presentation
J-Lecture Hall
Attendance is required for graduates bearing student debt.
Students Only
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11:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Attire Exchange
J-South Classroom
University Relations will be available for students who need to exchange or adjust attire.
Students Only
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11:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Graduate/Faculty/Staff Picnic
KCU-Joplin Campus
RSVP form forthcoming.
Friends and Family Invited
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2:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Military Commissioning Rehearsal
MSSU
Required for all military graduates.
Students Only
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TBD
MedCorps Reception
Military Graduates
Invitation Only
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Saturday, May 6, 2023 (Required)
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8:00 - 8:15 a.m.
Students Arrive
MSSU
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8:30 a.m.
Class Photos
MSSU
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9:00 a.m.
Doors Open for Guests
MSSU
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9:30 a.m.
Graduates/Guest Hooders Seated
MSSU
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10:00 a.m.
Ceremony Begins
MSSU
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1:00 p.m.
Recessional; Ceremony Concludes
MSSU
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