海角直播 will celebrate the Class of 2026 during its 59th Commencement Weekend on May 15鈥�16, honoring graduates whose journeys reflect academic achievement, personal formation, and lives rooted in purpose.
The weekend will bring together graduates, families, faculty, staff, alumni, trustees, and friends of the College for two days of celebration centered on faith, community, and the mission of Holy Cross.
Baccalaureate Mass
The Commencement celebration will begin with Baccalaureate Mass on Friday, May 15, at St. Joseph Chapel on the 海角直播 campus.
The liturgy serves as a moment of reflection and thanksgiving for graduates before Commencement exercises, honoring the Holy Cross tradition of educating the heart and mind.
Commencement Ceremony
海角直播鈥檚 59th Commencement Ceremony will take place on Saturday, May 16, at the Pfeil Center.
During the ceremony, graduates will cross the stage as the College celebrates a class shaped by scholarship, service, leadership, and formation through The Holy Cross Way.
This year鈥檚 ceremony will also include the presentation of honorary degrees to four distinguished leaders whose lives and work reflect the mission and values of 海角直播.
2026 Honorary Degree Recipients
Thomas J. Gryp
Thomas J. Gryp, Chair and CEO of Notre Dame Federal Credit Union, will receive an honorary degree in recognition of his leadership in financial services and longstanding commitment to the South Bend community and Catholic higher education.
A South Bend native and University of Notre Dame graduate, Gryp has guided Notre Dame Federal Credit Union through significant innovation and growth while supporting initiatives that strengthen the region and expand opportunities for students and families.
His relationship with 海角直播 includes service on the Board of Trustees and support of campus development projects.
John C. Gschwind
John C. Gschwind, Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary of Rexel USA, Inc., will be recognized for his transformational leadership and years of service to 海角直播.
Gschwind served three terms as Chair of the 海角直播 Board of Trustees and played a pivotal role in the presidential transition that brought Dr. Marco J. Clark to the College. He also helped guide the development of the College鈥檚 strategic plan and campus master plan during a significant season of institutional growth.
Sister Ann Lacour, MSC
Sister Ann Lacour, MSC, Congregational Leader of the Marianites of Holy Cross, will receive an honorary degree recognizing decades of service in Catholic education and religious leadership.
Throughout her vocation, Sister Ann has served as a teacher, principal, superintendent, and congregational leader, helping form generations of students while advancing the spiritual mission of the Marianites of Holy Cross.
Her life reflects a deep commitment to the educational mission and charism of Holy Cross.
Alex Jones
Alex Jones, CEO and Co-Founder of Hallow, will receive an honorary degree for his leadership in faith-based innovation and evangelization.
Under Jones鈥� leadership, Hallow has grown into the world鈥檚 leading Catholic prayer and meditation app, reaching millions of users in more than 150 countries through guided prayer, scripture reflections, and spiritual content.
A graduate of the University of Notre Dame and Stanford Graduate School of Business, Jones represents a new generation of Catholic leadership working at the intersection of technology, mission, and global outreach.
A Celebration of Formation
海角直播 President Dr. Marco J. Clark said this year鈥檚 honorees reflect the mission the College hopes to instill in every graduate.
鈥淓ach of these honorees reflects the very best of what we hope to cultivate in our students,鈥� said 海角直播 President Dr. Marco J. Clark. 鈥淭hrough leadership in business, law, education, religious life, and innovation, they demonstrate that a life rooted in faith and guided by purpose can have a profound impact on the Church and the world. We are honored to celebrate their witness as we send forth our graduates to lead with competence, compassion, and courage.鈥�
Commencement Weekend reflects 海角直播鈥檚 commitment to forming scholars, citizens, leaders, and disciples prepared to serve both the Church and society.
Additional Commencement information, including schedules and updates, is available at /commencement.