MSM's annual Commencement ceremony at The Riverside Church is an important celebration of the enormous achievements of our graduates.
The MSM Commencement ceremony takes place each year in the spectacular Riverside Church followed by a reception at MSM in the Alan M. and Joan Taub Ades Performance Space and the Student Union.
The 2025 MSM Commencement Ceremony will be livestreamed – More information coming soon!Â
The School bestows degrees on its graduating class as well as awarding a number of honorary doctorates and other honors, while also featuring musical performances by graduating students.
The Riverside Church 490 Riverside Drive New York, NY 10027 (212) 870-6700
2025 Honorary Doctorate Recipients
2025 Presidential Medal Recipients
The deadline for students to submit their Commencement Participation Form, Request tickets, order their Cap and Gown, nominate a student Commencement Speaker, and apply for a Diploma is March 31, 2025. Students must visit the Tassel site to register for Commencement. Even if you are not planning on walking in the Ceremony, all students must complete the Tassel form to ensure correct information for the Commencement Program.
May 21, 2025 at 10 AM to 12 PM in Greenfield Hall
More information coming soon! Â
Faculty who wish to participate in Commencement, or order Caps and Gowns must do so by March 31. Email the Office of Student Engagement for instructions.
Contact Office of Student Engagement 917-493-4525 studentengagement@msmnyc.edu
Commencement 2024
Ted Chapin, Former CEO, Rodgers and Hammerstein Organization
Anne-Marie McDermott, classical pianist
Brian Stokes Mitchell, two-time Tony Award-winning actor
Linda Oh (MM ’08), jazz bassist
Ann Ziff, Chairman, Metropolitan Opera
Rebecca Charnow, Dean of Youth Education and Community-Career Connections
Kim Laskowski, MSM Faculty (Orchestral Performance Program, Woodwinds)
George Manahan (BM ’73, MM ‘76), MSM Faculty (Director of Orchestral Activities; Chair, Conducting Department)
Chris Shade (MM ’07), Assistant Dean for The Orto Center for Distance Learning and Recording Arts
Kellin Hanas (BM ’24, jazz trumpet)
Contact Office of Student Engagement 917-493-4525 studentengagement@msmnyc.edu
Student Affairs Home Health & Wellness Housing & Residential Life Orientation Commencement Friends & Family Weekend Meet the Student Affairs Team Student Handbook Disability Services and Academic Accommodations Student Success Center Student Jobs & Work Study
Housing & Residential Life Living on Campus Andersen Hall Photo Tour Important Dates Apply for Housing Housing and Meal Plans: Rates and Fees Residence Handbook Residence Life Staff Andersen Hall Resident Self Service Apartments in NYC
Get Involved Home Ways to Get Involved Leadership Opportunities Student Council Student Organizations Center for Career Readiness & Community Impact
Email This Page
Email Message
Page Reference (will be sent in email)
https://www.msmnyc.edu/campus/student-affairs/commencement-2025/
This site uses cookies to improve user experience. By continuing, you agree to our updated policy. To find out more, visit our cookie & information use policy.