UIWSOM Military Promotion and Commissioning Ceremony
Tuesdsay, May 5, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Antonio Brooks Hotel & Spa 7610 S New Braunfels Ave. San Antonio, TX 78235 Campus Map
The University of the Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine proudly recognizes our graduating OMS IV students who have committed to serve our nation through military medicine. During the Military Commissioning Ceremony, these future physicians take the oath of office and formally accept their commissions as officers in the United States Armed Forces. This special event honors their dedication to service, leadership and the osteopathic commitment to caring for those who serve.
For more information, contact the School of Osteopathic Medicine by phone at (210) 619-7065 or email at cmsanch3@uiwtx.edu.
Ila Faye Miller School of Nursing Pinning Ceremony
Thursday, May 7, 2026
5:30 p.m.
Chapel of the Incarnate Word University of the Incarnate Word 4503 Broadway, San Antonio, Texas 78209 Campus Map
Ticket Required
For more information, contact the Ila Faye Miller School of Nursing and Health Professions by phone at (210) 829-6029.
UIWSOM Hooding Ceremony
Thursday, May 7, 2026
2:00 p.m.
Boeing Center at Techport 3331 General Hudnell Dr, San Antonio, TX 78226 Campus Map
The UIWSOM Hooding and Awards Ceremony is a distinguished celebration honoring our OMS IV students as they transition from medical students to osteopathic physicians. During this meaningful tradition, graduates are hooded in recognition of their academic achievement and commitment to the osteopathic profession, and outstanding students are recognized for excellence in scholarship, leadership, service and clinical performance. This ceremony reflects both the culmination of years of dedication and the beginning of their journey into residency and lifelong service in medicine.
For more information, contact the School of Osteopathic Medicine by phone at (210) 619-7065 or email at cmsanch3@uiwtx.edu.
Clocktower Graduation Photos
Friday, May 8, 2026
9 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1 p.m.-4 p.m.
Clocktower University of the Incarnate Word 4301 Broadway, San Antonio, Texas 78209 Campus Map
8:30 a.m. Student arrival and check-in 8:45 a.m. Faculty arrival and check-in 9:00 a.m. Doors open to the public 9:40 a.m. Procession begins 10 a.m. Ceremony begins
College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences
Dreeben School of Education
H-E-B School of Business and Administration
School of Mathematics, Science and Engineering
School of Media and Design
School of Professional Studies
Afternoon Event
1:30 p.m. Student arrival and check-in 1:45 p.m. Faculty arrival and check-in 2:00 p.m. Doors open to the public 2:40 p.m. Procession begins 3 p.m. Ceremony begins
Ila Faye Miller School of Nursing and Health Professions
Feik School of Pharmacy
Rosenberg School of Optometry
School of Osteopathic Medicine
School of Rehabilitation Sciences
Please be advised that this year’s Commencement Ceremonies will conclude with pyrotechnic elements that produce loud sudden sounds.
Commencement FAQ's
Frequently asked questions for graduates and guests.