Graduation Dining
Dining Services will provide multiple dining options for graduates and guests on Sunday, May 10, 2026. Two, timed seatings will be offered in the Heilman Dining Center, two of our retail cafes will be open, and light refreshments will be available at The Pier.
Graduation Meal in the Heilman Dining Center
The annual graduation meal in the Heilman Dining Center will offer two timed seatings, from 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Advanced online reservations and tickets are required for these meals. Tickets will not be available at the door.
Please visit our FAQ page if you have questions about the meal, seatings, or reservations.
The celebratory menu includes carved prime rib, seafood, vegetarian options and delicious desserts. Menu boards will be marked with our dietary icons, so guests with dietary restrictions can find suitable choices. Guests may also wish to check dietary information in advance at richmond.nutrislice.com.
Tickets will go on sale on Monday, March 16, 2026, and will be available until May 1 or until sold out.
Dining Dollar Sales
Students can purchase tickets and make reservations using Dining Dollars. Dining Dollar sales will open on March 16. More information to follow.
Additional Dining Options
If you need to be more flexible, there are additional options to sit on campus with family and friends and enjoy the day. Tyler’s will be open from 8 a.m.–1:30 p.m. in the Tyler Haynes Commons, and Passport Cafe will be open from 8 a.m.–1:30 p.m. and is close to the Robins Center, where commencement will occur.
Refreshments
- A comfortable reception space with free, light refreshments will be available at The Pier, located on the lower level of Tyler Haynes Commons. Guests may help themselves and enjoy the view of Westhampton Lake.