Class of 2026 · Appalachian State University
We're celebrating
Connor Vance
Bachelor of Science in Recreation Management
Beaver College of Health Sciences
Friday, May 8, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Holmes Convocation Center · 111 Rivers Street, Boone, NC 28608
Ceremony Details
Friday, May 8, 2026
5:00 PM · doors open at 4:00 PM
Holmes Convocation Center
111 Rivers Street, Boone, NC 28608
No tickets needed — bring everyone. Ceremony lasts approximately two hours. Indoors, so dress comfortably. Seat cushions are permitted and encouraged — your back will thank you.
No tickets required Unlimited guests Bring a seat cushion
Weekend Itinerary
Thursday
May 7
Arrive & check in — target 5–6 PM
Dinner together — reservation details to follow
Friday
May 8
All remaining guests arrive — please be in Boone by 3:00 PM
Commencement — 5:00 PM · Holmes Convocation Center · arrive by 4:00 PM
Celebration dinner back at the houses
Saturday
May 9
Blue Ridge Parkway, hiking, and mountain exploring
Group dinner — details TBD
Sunday
May 10
Departures — safe travels, everyone
Where You're Staying
Family in Boone
5 bed · 3 bath · Sleeps 15
385 Fox Den Rd, Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Primary (2nd fl.)Roxana & Patrick
Queen (Main)Mom & Dad
Main QueenScott & Masha
Lower LevelTom
Bunk RoomTBD
On Highland Time
3 bed · 3 bath · Sleeps 8 · Hot tub
409 Oakwood Dr, Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Main QueenSumarie & Keith
Loft KingAli & Tania
Guest TwinKevin & Troy
Our gathering house. Just 5 minutes away — this is where we'll come together for dinners and shared time over the weekend.
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