Congratulations to the Class of 2025!

As we prepare to celebrate your achievements, please review the important Commencement Day details below:

Important Information

Traffic and Entry

Main Gate closes at 7:00 AM. All traffic must enter through the West Gate (Owens Health & Wellness).
No traffic allowed on Tougaloo Blvd after 7:00 AM.
Jamerson Lane is reserved for shuttle traffic only.
County Line Road will be blocked at Highland Colony Parkway (near the Shell Station) at 7:00 AM.
Emergency vehicles only behind Woodworth Chapel.

Parking Assignments

Students: Carrie Ellen Rice, Berkshire Hall, Galloway Hall lots.
Faculty & Staff: Blackmon and Holmes Hall lots.
Trustees: Lot near Greek Plots (across from Warren Hall).
VIPs: Lot behind Warren Hall (by Pope Cottage).
Silver & Golden Classes: Grass lot in front of Warren Hall (arrive early).
General Parking: Available at Owens Health & Wellness, Blackmon (grass lot), AA Branch, Renner, and Baseball Field.

Note: No parking on side streets — violators will be towed.

Ceremony Schedule

Note: Students must participate in the Baccalaureate to walk in Commencement.

Clear Bag Policy

Only clear bags (12"x6"x12" max), small clutches, or one-gallon clear freezer bags allowed.
Backpacks, large purses, and non-clear bags are prohibited.
All items are subject to inspection.

Thank you for helping make this day special for the entire Tougaloo College community.

We look forward to celebrating with you!

For more information, please visit www.tougaloo.edu/2025-Commencement.