SAN DIEGO, Sept. 19, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Ashford University will hold its commencement ceremony on Sunday, October 14. The ceremony will take place at the Viejas Arena, 5500 Canyon Crest Drive. Graduates and their guests from across the county will converge on San Diego to take part in the ceremony.

Visit https://www.ashford.edu/online-learning-experience/graduation for more information.

"Our graduates who walk the stage next month hail from all over the country and from all walks of life, but the one thing each shares in common is the drive and determination to earn degrees, often despite having overcome significant challenges along the way," said Dr. Craig Swenson, president and CEO of Ashford University. "We look forward to recognizing them for their hard work and to welcoming and thanking the friends and family who have helped them on their journey."

On Saturday, October 13, Ashford will host a campus celebration at its San Diego headquarters, 8620 Spectrum Center Boulevard. Graduates and their guests can enjoy a variety of events and activities which include college mixers, a military appreciation event, honor society meet-and-greets, a graduation cap decorating station, and opportunities to have their picture taken with Ashford's president and the University's mascot, Champ.

For more information on Ashford's fall 2018 commencement, visit https://www.ashford.edu/online-learning-experience/graduation.

About Ashford University
Where heritage meets innovation – that's Ashford University. At Ashford, students discover relevant degree programs, innovative technology, and cherished tradition. Ashford offers associates, bachelor's, and master's degree programs online, allowing students to balance life by providing the flexibility to do school work anywhere, anytime. For more information, please visit www.ashford.edu or call Lauren Coartney at 858.513.9240 x11636.

Contact: Lauren Coartney
858.513.9240 x11636 · lauren.coartney@ashford.edu

SOURCE Ashford University