Northern Arizona University will be recognizing its Class of 2025 in four separate commencement ceremonies across Friday and Saturday as more than 5,700 students will be graduating from the university.
The ceremonies will take place in the Walkup Skydome, with the clear-bag policy in effect. NAU will also livestream the ceremonies at for those unable to attend in person.
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