Framingham State University Commencement Guide: Speakers, Start Times

FRAMINGHAM, MA — Graduation weekend is just a day away on the campus of Framingham State University.

The events start on Friday when the college will host the first of two commencement ceremonies for students receiving their master's degree. Both will be held on campus at the Dwight Performing Arts Center.

On Friday, graduates of the college of arts and humanities, business and science, technology, engineering and mathematics will participate in a ceremony starting at 6:30 p.m.

On Saturday, the college of education and social and behavioral science will have a ceremony for their graduates starting at 10 a.m.

The undergraduate ceremony will be held on Sunday at 10 a.m. at the DCU Center in Worcester.

For those who can't make the events in person, a livestream will be available to watch at the link here. All three ceremonies will also be recorded and posted to FSU's YouTube channel in the following weeks.

There is no limit on how many guests can attend the ceremony at either location, though FSU officials noted that seating at the Performing Arts Center is limited, with only 500 seats in the venue.

Speaker

U.S. Rep. Ayanna Pressley will serve as the keynote speaker at Framingham State University's 2023 undergraduate commencement ceremony on Sunday.

Pressley has represented Massachusetts’ 7th Congressional District since 2019. She was the first woman of color elected to both the Boston City Council, in 2009, and to a congressional seat representing Massachusetts in 2018.

She currently serves on the House Committee on Financial Services.

“Congresswoman Pressley is an inspirational leader who has dedicated her life to public service, advocating for bold, progressive change and empowering the next generation to lead with courage and conviction,” said FSU President Nancy S. Niemi.

“She champions causes in support of those who have been marginalized by our society, including immigrants, survivors of sexual violence, seniors, and the disabled. We are honored and thrilled to have her join us as we celebrate the accomplishments of the Class of 2023.”

In addition to her work in Congress, Pressley has also turned her experience living with alopecia into action, becoming a leading voice fighting to raise awareness and support for the alopecia community across the nation.

Pressley will receive an honorary Doctor of Public Service degree during the ceremony.