Congratulations, Class of 2026! We can’t wait to celebrate your achievements at Mohegan Arena on Sunday, May 17, 2026. This page has all the information Lackawanna College students, families, faculty, and staff need to prepare for graduation day. Peirce College community members, please visit your dedicated graduation page here.
Commencement Day - Sunday, May 17, 2026 2pm
Commencement Ceremony
Location: Mohegan Arena, Wilkes-Barre Township, PA
No Ticket Limitations – Students are encouraged to bring as many guests as they’d like to celebrate!
Doors to the arena will open at 12:30pm for both students and their family and guests. Students and guests will use the arena’s East Gate furthest from the entrance to enter the arena. Seating for family and guests is general seating in the lower bowl of the arena.
Students are asked to be in line at 1pm and use the designated door (far right) to enter the arena. Once in the arena, they will be directed to the lower event level to prepare for the procession lineup.
See a map of Mohegan Arena at Casey Plaza here.
Arrival Time and Parking
General Parking
Commencement: Sunday, May 17, 2026, Mohegan Arena staff will assist with parking at the arena. Doors to the arena will open at 12:30pm. Disabled parking is available near the arena’s West Gate and can be accessed using a state-issued license plate or disabled parking placard.
Distribution of Diplomas
Diplomas will be available for pick up Wednesday, May 27 through June 1, 2026. Otherwise, diplomas will be mailed provided the Registrar’s Office has determined that you have satisfactorily completed all degree requirements and you have received clearance from Student Financial Services. Please make sure we have your current address so you receive your diploma promptly.
Bag Policy and Prohibited Items
Mohegan Arena’s bag policy and prohibited items list can be found here: https://www.moheganarenapa.com/plan-your-visit/bag-policy/
Watch Graduation Virtually
Don’t miss a moment of the Class of 2026’s commencement! A livestream of the ceremony will be broadcasted and a link will soon be provided to watch.
In Absentia Graduates
If you are not planning to attend the Commencement Ceremony, please email graduation@lackawanna.edu.
Commencement Attire
Each graduation candidate will receive a commencement packet that includes their commencement attire. Attire, including a robe with cap and tassel, is required without exception.
Please remember that commencement is a formal academic event, and attire under your robe should be appropriate. Please wear shoes that will enable you to navigate steps and the stage safely and comfortably. You may wish to use hair pins to secure your cap. Plan to leave any personal items with your guests, as there is no secure storage area.
Some graduating students have been issued cords and stoles based on academic-related achievements. To preserve and celebrate the tradition of academic-related honors, college-issued cords and stoles are the only adornments to caps and gowns permitted at graduation.
As you graduate, give yourself a big pat on the back. You’ve made it! And as you step out, remember that the secret to handling college loans is the same as it is for getting through finals: prepare, and do your homework well in advance!
Pre-Commencement Events
Graduation Fair / Commencement Packet Pick-up
May 7
The Graduation Fair will be held 11am-2pm on the First and Second Floors of Angeli Hall. The Fair provides an opportunity for graduation candidates to ensure all of their graduation requirements are met and to pick up their commencement packets. Participants who have their Graduation Fair Passport stamped at each table will have an opportunity to win a $100 Amazon Gift Card.
If you are unable to attend the graduation fair, please see the table below for information on when and where you can obtain your commencement packets:
*The deadline to pick-up commencement packets is Friday, May 15th. Commencement packets will not be available the day of graduation – those that do not have proper attire will not be permitted to process.
| Candidate | Pick-Up Location | Dates and Times | Phone Number |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scranton | Angeli Hall 2nd Floor | May 7th – 11am-2pm | (570) 961-7816 |
| Hazleton Center | Hazleton Center Front Desk | By Appointment | (570) 459-1573 |
| Lake Region Center | Lake Region Center Main Office | By Appointment | (570) 226- 4625 |
| Tunkhannock Center & School of PNG | Tunkhannock Center Main Office | By Appointment | (570) 866-1900 |
| Sunbury Center | Sunbury Center Main Office | By Appointment | (570) 988-1931 |
| Towanda Center | Towanda Center Main Office | By Appointment | (570) 265-3449 |
Honors Convocation Rehearsal
April 24 – Theater
A mandatory rehearsal for the Honors Convocation/Phi Theta Kappa/SALUTE Induction ceremony will be held from 12:15pm to 1 ppm in the Theater. Graduates will meet in the Theater at Lackawanna College at 12:15pm. A photo of all Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) inductees will be taken immediately following the rehearsal. All inductees should dress appropriately.
Honors Convocation Ceremony
April 28 – Theater
The Lackawanna College community takes pride in the outstanding achievement students have manifested during their years of study at the College. Honors Convocation brings together a number of students who have earned recognition in various forms for exceptional academic performance or extracurricular activity and is scheduled to begin at 5:30pm in the Theater.
For specific information about Phi Theta Kappa, please contact Nicole Bradigan, PTK advisor, bradigann@lackawanna.edu. For specific information about SALUTE, please contact Melissa Kirschman kirschmanm@lackawanna.edu. If you would like more information about Honors Convocation, please contact Danielle Urso at (570) 961-7849 or ursod@lackawanna.edu.
Frequently Asked Questions
Did you submit an application for graduation to the Registrar’s Office?
Did you notify graduation@lackawanna.edu if you do not plan to attend the Commencement Ceremony?
Did you clear your account balances with Student Financial Services?
Did you complete your financial aid exit interview?
Did you attend the Graduation Fair or the main office of your Center (Hazleton, Lake Region, The School of PNG, Sunbury, or Towanda graduates)?
Are concessions available at Mohegan Arena? Yes, but cashless payments only.
Is there a rehearsal? No, there will be no rehearsal.
Photographs During Commencement
Family members and friends are welcome to take photographs before, during, or after the Commencement Ceremony from their seats. The College photographer takes individual photos of each graduate receiving their diploma and information on obtaining those photographs will be made available by the Office of Advancement.
Hotel Room Reservations
The following hotels are within in close proximity to Mohegan Arena. Reservations should be made as early as possible, as rooms sell out rather quickly.
Lackawanna College offers discounted hotels for guests at Montage Mountain and Wilkes-Barre. Click here to learn more.