Springfield-Area Colleges Confirm Graduation Ceremonies in May

Graduation season is underway across various regions, with high schools and colleges hosting ceremonies throughout May. In the Athens area, the University of Georgia will hold graduate and undergraduate commencements on May 8 and 9, respectively, while Athens Technical College and several local high schools have scheduled their graduations later in the month. The Springfield, Missouri area is also marking the occasion, with Missouri State University, Drury University, College of the Ozarks, and other institutions holding ceremonies and featuring notable speakers. In the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry, high schools are preparing for their own graduation events, with dates set for New Hampstead High and The Habersham School among others. These events collectively celebrate academic achievements and mark the transition for thousands of students and their families.