Graduates celebrating at the Savannah State University graduation ceremony.
The graduation ceremony for the Savannah State University Class of 2025 is scheduled for May 9, 2025, at Enmarket Arena in Savannah. An Alumni Pinning Ceremony will precede the graduation on May 8. Attendees are advised to check the release of FAQs by SSU for essential information regarding ticketing, parking, and security measures, including a clear bag policy. With a pleasant weather forecast for the event, the university celebrates its graduates and encourages them to share their achievement using designated hashtags.
The graduation ceremony for the Savannah State University (SSU) Class of 2025 is scheduled for Friday, May 9, 2025, at Enmarket Arena, located at 620 Stiles Avenue, Savannah, GA 31415. The event is anticipated to be a jubilant celebration, honoring the achievements of the university’s latest graduates. Alongside the graduation, the Alumni Pinning Ceremony will take place on May 8, 2025, marking an important transition as graduates become SSU alumni.
For those attending the graduation, a comprehensive list of FAQs has been released by SSU, providing critical information regarding ticketing, parking, and details on prohibited items. As an added safety measure, a clear bag policy will be in effect at Enmarket Arena. Graduates and their guests are encouraged to contact the commencement team at graduation@savannahstate.edu for any further inquiries.
The weather forecast for May 9, 2025, shows a mixture of clouds and sunshine, with a slight chance of rain. Temperatures are expected to reach a high of 82°F and dip to a low of 66°F. Attendees can anticipate a gentle breeze, with winds starting at 10 to 15 mph from the southwest and decreasing to 5 to 10 mph in the evening.
On May 8, SSU celebrated the Alumni Pinning Ceremony, with participation from over 100 alumni pinners and 150 graduating seniors. The event served as a symbolic gesture marking the official transition of students into the alumni community. The keynote speaker for the ceremony, Vannessa Miller Kaigler, an SSU alumna from the classes of 1983 and 1992, delivered an address focusing on the themes of resilience and leadership, encouraging graduates to embody these values as they move forward.
Marius Davis, the SSU director of alumni relations, referred to the pinning ceremony as a signature program dedicated to recognizing the accomplishments of new graduates. The event included a presentation of commendations to top graduates, acknowledging their exceptional academic performances.
Savannah State University, founded in 1890, holds the distinction of being the oldest public Historically Black college in Georgia. The university has a long-standing tradition of empowering students through education and is committed to fostering a diverse academic environment.
Graduates are invited to commemorate their time at SSU and share their achievements on social media platforms using the hashtags: #SSU25, #CommencementReady, #TigerExcellence, and #SavState2025.
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