Baccalaureate Masses
University Mission and Ministry cordially invites the UIW family to gather in thanksgiving to celebrate the sacrifices and accomplishments of our soon-to-be graduates. We know that having the opportunity to see friends, family, and mentors who have impacted one's life is an important part of the celebration of this day. It is a time for our graduates and their families to gather in the community before God and give thanks for all that has been and will be in the future. We celebrate with great joy and humility the work of God in our lives.
Friday, December 13, 2024
2 p.m. | Chapel of the Incarnate Word
University of the Incarnate Word Campus
4503 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209
6:30 p.m. | Chapel of the Incarnate Word
University of the Incarnate Word Campus
4503 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209
Tickets required.
Reception
A reception will be held following the Baccalaureate Mass in the Student Engagement Center (SEC) concourse on the first floor.
FAQ
The Baccalaureate Mass is traditionally a religious service rooted in the medieval European custom of presenting graduating candidates for the degree of Bachelor (bacca) with laurels (lauri) or recognition of their achievement. At the University of the Incarnate Word, this service takes form as a Catholic Mass, thanking God for the time our graduates have devoted to growing in wisdom at this place of education. It is the final spiritual act we walk with our students as they begin the next chapter of their lives.
Friday, December 13, 2024
2 p.m. | Chapel of the Incarnate Word
University of the Incarnate Word Campus
4503 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209
6:30 p.m. | Chapel of the Incarnate Word
University of the Incarnate Word Campus
4503 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209
Ticket Required
The Baccalaureate Mass will be livestreamed. View the livestream here.
Mass will also be livestreamed for those who are unable to attend or who prefer to view from home. No registration is required. View the livestream here.
Students approved for graduation will receive a link through their Cardinal email on November 18 to claim their tickets for Commencement and the Baccalaureate Mass. Please contact the Registrar’s Office if you have questions about obtaining the link. The ticket portal opens on November 18. Students receive three (# of tickets pending) Baccalaureate Mass tickets, one for the graduate and two guests, and 15 commencement tickets. Due to the fire code and other restrictions, seating is limited at the Chapel of the Incarnate Word. Tickets will be issued on a first-come, first-served basis. Register early as tickets are usually in high demand.
In-person Attendance
We will have two Baccalaureate Masses on Friday, December 13, 2024, at 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. in the Chapel of the Incarnate Word. Tickets are required for each Mass.
Instructions for checking in for the Baccalaureate Mass and other information will be communicated by email prior to the day of Mass. Only graduates who registered for Baccalaureate Mass tickets will receive this information. We strongly recommend you check your email regularly for ticket information.
On the day of the Mass, only ticketed individuals will be seated. Non-ticketed individuals will be seated only if space remains.
On-line Attendance
Mass will be livestreamed. No registration is required. View the livestream here.
Yes. The Mass will be livestreamed. View the livestream here.
Graduates are invited to wear their caps and gowns, and faculty are invited to wear their academic regalia.
The University of the Incarnate Word provides reasonable accommodations for special events with adequate notice. We have contracted with Caption Source to provide a bilingual captioner for the Mass. To request disability accommodation for events, please complete the online form. We have contracted with Caption Source to provide a bilingual captioner and Alamo City Interpreters to provide bilingual interpreting services for both Masses.
More questions?
If you have any questions that have not been addressed in these FAQs, please email pr@uiwtx.edu. For technical assistance, please contact the Help Desk at (210) 829-2721.