Families & Friends
Commencement 2026: Overview & Preparation for Families Webinar
As families prepare to celebrate with their Blue Jay, this webinar will help you better understand what to expect with Commencement.
In case you missed the webinar where we covered details on preparation (travel, attire for weather, and commencement schedule), stadium seating (tickets, arrival/program length, what not to bring), and provided answers to your questions.
View the Webinar here.
View the PowerPoint presentation here.
Are you looking for a way to show your support for your graduate? Here are a few ways to make your graduate’s day special.
Submit videos and photos for Commencement 2026!
The deadline to submit photos or videos was Friday, April 17. We hope you enjoy the videos we are creating with you submissions!
All submissions will be reviewed for appropriateness and adherence to specifications. By submitting your content, you agree to the Johns Hopkins University User-Generated Content Agreement.
Commencement Magazine congratulatory ad
Calling the loved ones of graduating Hopkins students!
The News-Letter, the undergraduate student newspaper, is publishing our annual Commencement Magazine in May, where the families of graduating seniors are able to purchase congratulatory ads in the magazine to celebrate their graduate! The magazine will be distributed throughout senior week (starting with the Senior Cookout) to all seniors and families, and also during the Senior Toast and Commencement Ceremony. As Hopkins does not have a yearbook anymore, The News-Letter aims to provide the Commencement Magazine in its place to ensure that students and their loved ones are able to reflect on their time at Hopkins and celebrate graduation. Click here to view last year’s edition! Please see the attached photos for an example of the congratulatory ads, prices and customization.
Link to Purchase: https://cglink.me/2dh/r1985969
Please feel free to reach out to [email protected] with any questions or concerns!
Commemorate the Moment
Whether you are graduating or celebrating with someone you love, you may wish to commemorate this momentous occasion. Here are a few ways to make the occasion memorable. Check back throughout the year for additional ideas.
- Customize and purchase graduation announcements to send to family and friends. CB Graduation Announcements offers a variety of packages for you to choose!
- Check out the Senior Parent Challenge – a unique and memorable way to honor your student and recognize a special professor or Blue Jay who made an impact during your student’s Homewood experience.
- Pick out a diploma frame and order online through the Johns Hopkins Alumni Association or at Johns Hopkins University Campus Store.
- Purchase a class ring for your graduate online at Balfour or by phone at 800-225-3687.
- Purchase a gift for the ceremony: Flowers and graduation t-shirts will be available for purchase on Commencement day.