The arrangement will allow for safe celebrations, per school officials By Alexandra Chaidez and Mike Manzoni • Published March 15, 2021 • Updated on March 15, 2021 at 7:33 pm NBC Universal, Inc. Northeastern University will hold in-person commencement ceremonies for undergraduates at Fenway Park on May 8, the school announced Monday. The announcement, posted to the school's website, said the venue will provide graduates with a chance "to safely celebrate in person at an internationally known venue." It noted that the commencement plans come with the increasing numbers of vaccinations and an overall decline in COVID-19 cases in Massachusetts. Download our mobile app for iOS or Android to get alerts for local breaking news and weather.