More than 1,300 students are expected to graduate from Auburn University this summer during three commencement ceremonies held in Neville Arena on Aug. 3.

The day’s proceedings will commence at 9 a.m. with a joint ceremony for graduates from the Colleges of Architecture, Design and Construction, Education, Forestry, Wildlife and Environment, Human Sciences, Nursing and Sciences and Mathematics. The ceremonies will be highlighted by a commencement speech delivered by Auburn alumnus Beau Byrd.

Following the morning ceremony, a dedicated ceremony for doctoral and master’s degree recipients will take place at 1 p.m. The day will conclude with a final ceremony at 6 p.m. for graduates from the College of Agriculture, Harbert College of Business, Samuel Ginn College of Engineering and the College of Liberal Arts.

President Christopher B. Roberts will preside over all three ceremonies, which are expected to bring more than 15,000 guests to Neville Arena. Among the 1,322 degrees being awarded, 829 are at the bachelor’s level, with 488 awarded at the doctoral, specialist and master’s levels, and five students earning doctorates in veterinary medicine and pharmacy. This summer’s graduates hail from 33 countries and represent 40 states.

Speaker Beau Byrd, ’89

Byrd, an esteemed Auburn alumnus and 1989 accounting graduate from the Harbert College of Business, has carved out a distinguished career as a partner at the Bradley Law Firm in Birmingham, Alabama. His expertise in commercial real estate and lending transactions, honed over more than three decades, has made him a trusted advisor to a wide range of clients across the southern United States.

In addition to his successful legal practice, Byrd has made significant strides in public service and academia, imparting his knowledge as an adjunct professor at both Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law and the University of Alabama School of Law. His professional accomplishments have been acknowledged by prestigious institutions such as Chambers USA, The Best Lawyers in America®, and Mid-South Super Lawyers, and he proudly holds an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell®.

A former student leader, Byrd’s dedication to Auburn University is demonstrated through his ongoing service to the institution, including serving on the Board of Directors for the Auburn University Foundation and prior roles on the Auburn Alumni Association Board of Directors. His active involvement extends to numerous Auburn societies, and he previously served as president of the Greater Birmingham Auburn Club. Byrd, along with his family, continues to support Auburn students through his contributions to various programs and scholarships.

Tickets are required for entry into Neville Arena, and all graduates and guests must use the main entrances; the Scholarship Entrance is reserved for those with accessibility needs. A comprehensive list of prohibited items and parking details is available online. Guests without tickets can watch the ceremonies via live stream on the commencement website..