graduation

Example:The commencement ceremony was a wonderful event marking the end of their academic journey.

Definition:the act or an instance of graduating, particularly from a school or university, and the ceremony at which a student is officially awarded a degree after completing academic requirements

Example:The university will hold a degree awarding ceremony in honor of the graduating students.

Definition:the act of officially giving someone a degree after they have completed all the necessary requirements

Example:The academic achievement was marked by the awarding of her degree at the graduation ceremony.

Definition:the recognition bestowed upon a student who has successfully completed their academic program and is eligible to receive a degree