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Graduate Information

Graduate Information

Spring Commencement Ceremonies

Location: 91ÁÔÆæ Convocation Center


Wednesday, May 14

10 a.m. | Undergraduate Ceremony

  • College of Arts & Letters
  • University College

3 p.m. | Undergraduate Ceremony

  • Mike Cottrell College of Business
  • College of Science & Mathematics
  • Lewis F. Rogers Institute for Environmental & Spatial Analysis (IESA)

Thursday, May 15

10 a.m. | Undergraduate Ceremony

  • College of Education
  • College of Health Sciences & Professions

7 p.m. | Graduate Ceremony

Ticket Information

The Spring 2025 Tassel Commencement Reservation portal will open by March 14 and will close on April 14.

  1. Students will receive an email in their university inbox when the portal is ready to accept reservations.
  2. Once the invitation email is received, an account must be created using your student email in to RSVP their attendance, receive guest tickets, and ensure the correct pronunciation of your name.
  3. Tickets will be distributed electronically through the Tassel app and can be presented as a printed document or on a mobile device.

Note: You must claim your tickets before the Tassel Commencement Reservation portal closes

Students who do not RSVP their intent may not receive guest tickets. If you need to request additional tickets, you may do so on Tassel.

Ceremony Instructions

  • Graduates should park at the . There will be a shuttle running to the Convocation Center from this lot. 
  • Report to the Check-In table located on the arena floor level of the one hour prior to the scheduled time for your commencement ceremony. Enter at the second level doors across the street from the Alumni House. There will be directional signage posted on the day of the event.
  • Upon check-in, you will receive your reader card. You must fill this card out and keep it with you throughout the ceremony. It will be used to announce your name as you cross the stage.
  • A professional photographer will be off the stage to the right of the President. You should plan to pause for a photograph.
  • Be sure that cell phones are turned off or silenced during the ceremony.
  • You will be seated by degree. If you claim your tickets late or arrive late for check-in, you will be placed in the back of the seating area.
  • Graduates that require special accommodations should contact us as soon as possible.

Note: All fees, fines, and other debts to the university must be paid three working days prior to commencement or your diploma will be withheld and your transcripts will not be mailed.

Regalia

Graduation regalia includes the cap and gown, as well as other distinguishing hoods, stoles and cords that denote traditions of academic achievement. Only those who have achieved an academic honor or are members of an academic honors society are entitled to wear the special regalia.

Graduates have two options when preparing to order regalia.

  1. If the graduate elects to pick up their regalia at the 91ÁÔÆæ Bookstore, the deadline to order regalia is March 18.
  2. If the graduate elects to have their regalia shipped directly to them, the deadline to order regalia is April 18.

Note: If this deadline is not met, graduates can purchase their regalia in-person directly from the 91ÁÔÆæ Bookstore. Gowns, caps, tassels and hoods (masters, specialist and honor) will be available to purchase separately. Graduates are strongly encouraged to purchase the regalia online since buying open stock will cost more.

Regalia Examples

Prohibited Items

Bag checks will be conducted at the doors for commencement ceremonies. Items that are prohibited at Commencement and those in possession will be asked to return it to a car or leave it at the door before entry.

  • Outside food or beverages of any kind
  • Glass or plastic bottles, cans, coolers, or containers
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Tobacco, vaping products, illegal drugs or chemicals
  • Weapons of any kind (concealed weapons, firearms, knives, etc.)
  • Fireworks of any kind
  • Laser pointers
  • Helium balloons
  • Signs, flags, and banners
  • Seat cushions with backs or hardback seats
  • Noise makers, air horns, or whistles
  • Animals (excluding service animals)
  • Unapproved pamphlets, handouts, advertisements, etc.
  • Skateboards, roller blades, roller skates, roller shoes, etc.
  • Other items determined by arena security or staff

Graduate FAQs