Baccalaureate

The Office of the Chaplaincy invites you to join us for Baccalaureate on Sunday, May 10 at 10:00 a.m. in Cannon Memorial Chapel. Baccalaureate is a time-honored university tradition that gathers graduates and their loved ones for a meaningful moment of reflection before Commencement. While baccalaureate has roots in the Christian tradition, at Richmond this service is intentionally multifaith and inclusive — welcoming people of all spiritual backgrounds and those of no religious affiliation.

Featuring prayer, music, and reflections from a variety of traditions, we celebrate the milestone of graduation, give thanks for our graduates and their achievements, and look forward to the contributions each will make in the years ahead.

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  • Attending Baccalaureate

    All are welcome at Baccalaureate. No tickets or reservations required. Seating is first come, first serve and doors will open at 9:30 a.m. the morning of the event.

  • Parking

    Parking is available in Lots U21, W74, and W76. For guests requiring accessible accommodations, a drop-off area is available at Cannon Memorial Chapel. A campus map with Baccalaureate Ceremony parking lots marked is available for your reference here. 

  • Religious History of the University of Richmond

    The University of Richmond is a secular, independent institution that values religious diversity. While founded in 1830 by the Baptist General Association of Virginia (BGAV), it no longer has a formal, controlling affiliation with any religious denomination. The school maintains an active chaplaincy supporting various faiths, including Christian, Jewish, Muslim traditions and non-religious students.

  • Is Baccalaureate a religious service?

    While baccalaureate has roots in the Christian tradition, at Richmond this service is intentionally multifaith and inclusive — welcoming people of all spiritual backgrounds and those of no religious affiliation.

    Featuring prayer, music, and reflections from a variety of traditions, we celebrate the milestone of graduation, give thanks for our graduates and their achievements, and look forward to the contributions each will make in the years ahead.