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Date: May 11, 2023

WSSU to celebrate the Class of 2023 at Commencement on Friday, May 12

WSSU News & Information

Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) will celebrate the accomplishments of the Class of 2023 at a Commencement Ceremony at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial (LJVM) Coliseum on Friday, May 12.

Commencement begins at 9:45 a.m., and doors to the Coliseum open at 7:30 a.m. Here's what you need to know. 

WEBSITE: The WSSU Commencement website has comprehensive information and FAQs.

LIVESTREAM: For those who cannot attend, the event will be available via live stream.

WHO: Winston-Salem State University 

WHAT: 2023 Spring Commencement

WHEN: Friday, May 12, 9:45 a.m. Doors will open at 7:30 a.m.

WHERE: Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum - 2825 University Parkway Winston-Salem, NC 27105

SPEAKERS: Ms. Dyamond Carr ’23, President, SGA and Ms. Faith A. Parker ’22, Senior Class President, Class of 2022

TRAFFIC: Please be prepared for heavy traffic. We recommend allowing an additional hour for entry and parking.

PARKING: Parking is free and will be available in coliseum parking lots. Please visit the Commencement website for a downloadable parking map.

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