Approximately 5,344 students are expected to participate in Ohio University’s Spring Commencement ceremonies that begin today and will continue the Sunday in Athens. 30 through Sunday, May 2, at Peden Stadium and virtually. The graduate commencement ceremony will take place at 9 a.m. Friday, April 30, for both master’s and doctoral degrees. Undergraduate ceremonies will take place at 9 a.m. Saturday, May 1, 4 p.m. Saturday, May 1 and 2 p.m. Sunday, May 2. All commencement ceremonies will take place rain or shine in Peden Stadium and are expected to last two and half hours each. Gates will open to the public 90 minutes prior to each ceremony start time. Seating is general admission and tickets are required to enter. Around 3,000 students indicated they would participate ceremonies in-person. Students who decide to participate virtually will be able to access the live stream link on the day of their ceremony by visiting ohio.edu/commencement.