DUBUQUE – The University of Dubuque recognized and celebrated the academic accomplishments of undergraduate, graduate, and seminary students with two commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 2, 2026. The University of Dubuque Theological Seminary Commencement was held at 9:30 a.m. in Blades Chapel, Blades Hall, and the University of Dubuque Spring Commencement was held at 1:00 p.m. in the Chlapaty Recreation and Wellness Center. Among the local graduates was Elizabeth Borton of La Porte City who earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.