July 2, 2026 Transition to Virtual Operations, Campus Partially Closed

Bowie State University will be transitioning to virtual operations for all classes and office operations on Thursday, July 2, 2026, due to the extreme heat condition taxing campus systems. Majority of the campus will be closed, and all campus activities are canceled except for the Nike Tennis Camp and 2026 Summer SURI Forum and Workshops. All buildings except the Martin Luther King, Jr. Center, Student Center and residence halls will be closed. Essential personnel should report on time. For more information, please visit BowieState.edu/weather.

Commencement

Countdown to Commencement

Bowie State University is proud of the tenacity our students demonstrate on their journey to graduation. This milestone reflects their commitment, dedication and grit, as well as the strength of the support system that has guided them along the way. Their achievement is the result of hard work paired with the encouragement of those who have championed their success. The upcoming ceremony will celebrate their transition from students to alumni.

 

Please join us as we prepare to honor their dedication and perseverance. Our newest Bowie State graduates are boldly stepping into tomorrow!

  • Friday, December 18, 2026
  • 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
  • Leonidas S. James Physical Education Complex

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Spring 2026 Livestream


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