Joplin Ceremony

Commencement Ceremony Details

Date: Sunday, May 3, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Location:
MSSU Leggett & Platt Athletic Center
3950 E. Newman Road
Joplin, MO 64801

Parking Information

Parking in the lots near MSSU Leggett and Platt Athletic Center is free.  The venue has an accessible drop-off and pick-up location directly in front of the main entrance for guests with disabilities. There is no parking in the circle drive. Please follow the signs when you arrive.

Parking Map – Coming soon

Livestream Access

Family and friends who are unable to attend the ceremony in person can still enjoy the ceremony through our livestream, available on our main webpage.

*Please note: the livestream will not begin until approximately 10 minutes prior to the ceremony start time.

Friends and family who can't attend in person can watch the ceremony live!