The University of Wisconsin-Stout will hold its spring commencement ceremonies for 1,067 graduates on May 16. The event will take place at Johnson Fieldhouse and is divided into three ceremonies throughout the day: the College of Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics & Management at 9:30 a.m., the College of Arts & Human Sciences at 1:30 p.m., and Graduate Studies at 5 p.m.
This graduation marks an important milestone for both undergraduate and graduate students as they complete their studies. The ceremonies can be viewed via livestream on the UW-Stout commencement website or in person at the Memorial Student Center.
Provost Glendalà RodrÃguez will host all three events. Chancellor Katherine Frank will deliver remarks to graduates and officially confer degrees. Bryan Albrecht, an educator who has received a lifetime achievement award from the Wisconsin Association for Career and Technical Education as well as UW-Stout’s Distinguished Alumni Award, will serve as guest alum speaker at each ceremony.
Three graduating students have been selected to address their peers: Noah Rosenberger from Sauk Rapids, Minnesota (B.S. hotel, restaurant and tourism management), Sumnima Devkota from Kathmandu, Nepal (B.S. psychology), and Cory Bloomer from Stevens Point (M.S. risk control and safety management). Music during the ceremonies will be performed by an octet of choir members directed by Jean Enyeart.
The University of Wisconsin-Stout features modern labs, studios, and industry-linked spaces to enhance practical learning according to the official website. The university has been recognized as Wisconsin’s Polytechnic University due to its blend of theory with hands-on application according to its official website. It operates within the University of Wisconsin System according to university information.
UW-Stout focuses on preparing students for careers through hands-on learning opportunities, collaborations with industry partners, and creative instruction as reported by its official site. Through its eStout program, all full-time undergraduates receive laptop computers in support of technology integration in education according to university resources. The institution also builds partnerships with businesses for internships, research projects, and career development opportunities as stated on its official website.
Students are encouraged to share comments or photos using #StoutGrad2026 on social media platforms related to UW-Stout activities.
