Commencement

Congratulations to the Class of 2020 and the Class of 2021!

While we are not yet able to gather in the large numbers of our traditional commencement exercises, Salem State will offer several opportunities to celebrate and honor your accomplishments, including regalia distribution, senior portraits, commencement speaker, in-person events, and virtual commencement ceremonies.

Find details on senior awards and graduation honors.

Social Media

No matter where you're celebrating, we want to see your Viking pride!

• Participate in our Instagram giveaway by tagging us in a photo of your graduation celebration!
• Class of 2021: Share your excitement on social media with Salem State cover images, Instagram story graphics and more! Don't forget to tag #SalemState21.
• Class of 2020: We see you and want want to celebrate you!  Share your excitement on social media with Salem State cover images, Instagram story graphics and more. Don't forget to tag #SalemState20.

Commencement Media Relations

Salem State University is proud of our students. Whether they are receiving their undergraduate or graduate degrees, for them it is the culmination of much hard work, many sacrifices and the successful triumph over challenges both large and small. The university's public relations department welcomes the opportunity to introduce members of the press to our students, share their often remarkable stories, and invite you to attend our Viking Roll Call events. Please contact Nicole Giambusso if you are a member of the media interested in covering Salem State’s commencement.