Pre-Commencement Celebrations and Ceremonies

Athletic Award Banquet

The annual banquet takes place at the end of the spring semester, recognizing the best on- and off-field achievements for student-athletes. Each senior athlete is granted two tickets for off-campus guests to attend.

Spring Annual Research Conference (SpARC)

Agnes Scott's Spring Annual Research Conference (SpARC) celebrates the vision and innovation of our students through oral presentations and poster exhibits. Most presentations will be held in the Bullock Science Center, while events like the Math Bowl and dance and music performances will take place in other locations on campus. Families and friends are invited to attend.

For more information: SpARC and Spring Annual Research Conference | Agnes Scott College

Student Awards Celebration

Let’s celebrate our student leaders. Families and friends are invited to join the celebration.

Post-baccalaureate Achievement Ceremony

Join us as we celebrate our post-bacc students completing one of our three non-degree-bearing post-baccalaureate programs centered in the health professions field: pre-allied health, pre-medical certificate and pre-medical flex.

All participating graduate students, families and friends are welcome to attend.

4:00 p.m. | Commencement Rehearsal | Presser Hall, Gaines Chapel

Attendance at graduation rehearsal is mandatory for all graduating seniors and graduate students. It is critical that you arrive promptly. The rehearsal will cover graduation lineup, regalia, stage process and name pronunciation.

6:00 p.m. | Senior Toast | Presser Quadrangle

This tradition is the Alumnae Association's official welcome of the senior class into “alumnaehood.”

Phi Beta Kappa Initiation and Reception

Phi Beta Kappa recognizes outstanding scholarly achievement in the liberal arts.

12:00–1:30 p.m. | Lunch with the Class of 2026 | Letitia Pate Evans Hall

A special lunch for seniors and graduate students. Parents and families are welcome.

1:00–3:00 p.m. | Scottie Sweet Goodbye | Alston Campus Center

Seniors and graduate students invite families to this “sweet” gathering.

4:00–6:00 p.m. | Graduate Students Reception | Alston Campus Center

Join us as we celebrate our 2026 master's students.