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

2021 Winter Commencement

Wednesday, December 22, 2021, 10 am

AC Jordan Arena, Leonidas S. James Physical Complex

Congratulations, Graduates!

Graduation from Bowie State University is a major milestone in your life that is shared by the university community that has been an integral part of your achievement and growth. We are excited to celebrate your hard work and perseverance.

Note: Only graduates, faculty, administrators and support staff will be allowed inside the arena. Guests are welcome to view the ceremony from one of our satellite locations. We will continue to monitor the evolving health conditions in the region.

Keynote Speaker

Johnny C. Taylor Jr.

President and CEO, Society for Human Resource Management

2021 Winter Program

View the Program Booklet (pdf)