Belhaven University Announces 2026 Spring Commencement Ceremonies

JACKSON, Miss. (April 21, 2026) - Belhaven University will celebrate the achievements of its online, graduate, and adult students during a series of commencement ceremonies held Friday, May 1, and Saturday, May 2.

The ceremonies will recognize graduates across a wide range of disciplines, reflecting the university’s commitment to preparing students for leadership and service in their professions and communities.

Dr. Billy Kim will serve as this year’s commencement speaker. Kim is a broadcaster, pastor, and international Christian leader who has advised former presidents of South Korea. He is chairman of the Far East Broadcasting Company-Korea and was the first Asian elected president of the Baptist World Alliance. A graduate of Bob Jones University, Kim founded Suwon Central Baptist Church, where he served as senior pastor for 47 years and now holds the title of pastor emeritus. He is widely known for serving as interpreter for Billy Graham during the historic 1973 Seoul Crusade, which drew more than one million attendees.

Belhaven University Commencement Schedule:

Friday, May 1 at 7 p.m.
Doctor of Business Administration
Master of Business Administration
Master of Health Administration
Master of Organizational Leadership
Master of Public Administration
Master of Sport Administration

Saturday, May 2 at 9 a.m.
Creative Writing
Dance
Film Production
Graphic Design
Music
Theatre
Visual Arts
Biblical Studies
Classical Education Studies
Criminal Justice
Digital Media
English
History
Interdisciplinary Studies
International/Intercultural Studies
Pre-Law
Psychology
Public Relations
Social Work

Saturday, May 2 at 11 a.m.
Accounting
Business Administration
Computer Information Systems
Fashion Merchandising
Health Administration
Leadership & Coaching
Sales Management
Sport Management
Supply Chain Management
Biology
Chemistry
Computer Science
Mathematics
Sports Medicine & Exercise Science
Nursing (traditional & online)
Elementary Education

Saturday, May 2 at 1 p.m.
Master of Biblical and Theological Studies
Master of Science in Computer Information Systems
Master of Science in Data Science
Master of Science in IT Management
Online Undergraduate Programs:
Applied Psychology
Biblical Studies
Bachelor of Business Administration
Bachelor of Health Administration
Bachelor of Science in Accounting
Bachelor of Science in Management
Human Services
Interdisciplinary Studies
Associate of Arts

Saturday, May 2 at 3 p.m.
Doctor of Education
Education Specialist
Master of Education
Master of Education in Reading Literacy
Master of Arts in Teaching

Saturday, May 2 at 5 p.m.
International Graduate Students:
Doctor of Business Administration
Master of Science in IT Management
Master of Business Administration