Commencement 2026

Saturday, May 9, 2026:
Candler Graduate Recognition Ceremony

The Candler School of Theology Graduate Recognition Ceremony will take place in person on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. EDT. The ceremony will be held at Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church, 1660 N. Decatur Road NE, Atlanta, GA, 30322. Parking is available in the Fishburne Parking Deck (nearest Glenn), 1672 N Decatur Road, Atlanta, GA 30322 or the Peavine Parking Deck (nearest Candler) 29 Eagle Row NE, Atlanta, GA 30322.

The event will be livestreamed and available for viewing on this page. Immediately following the ceremony, a Graduate Recognition Brunch will be served at 11:00 a.m. at Candler School of Theology, 1531 Dickey Drive, Atlanta, GA, 30322.

All guests will need a ticket to attend the Candler Graduate Recognition Ceremony. Additional information regarding tickets will be provided to graduates and their guests by February 1, 2026.

For questions, please email cstevents@emory.edu or visit the Emory Commencement page.