What Seniors Need to Know
on Commencement Day

Assembling for the Ceremony

Students should arrive at Yellow Lot 11, north of the Stadium (See Stadium Map), carrying their caps and gowns, no later than 11:30 a.m. They should follow the posted signs to the designated area for each school or college (See List of Majors). Commencement marshals will line up students for the processional and escort them onto the field.

No Alcohol Allowed

Commencement is a formal ceremony. The possession or use of alcohol is prohibited.

Ceremony Timetable

11:30

Degree candidates arrive at Yellow Lot 11.

11:45

Degree candidates assemble by school or college, don their robes, and receive processional instructions from Marshals.

12:30

Ceremony begins

2:30

Ceremony concludes. Receptions (See Tent Map) for all schools and colleges, their families and friends.

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