Engineering Senior Recognition Ceremony: Instructions for Seniors

Riccio College of Engineering Senior Recognition Ceremony

  • Livestream link will be provided; tickets required 
  • Doors for guests open at 12pm. Guest information can be found here. 

  • Student check-in at tent behind Mullins begins at 11:30am; arrive no later than 12:45pm

Join us before the ceremony under the tent in the Engineering Quad from 9:30-11:30am for light refreshments.

These instructions are for the Riccio College of Engineering event specifically. The main Undergraduate Commencement page can be found here. There is no rehearsal for either commencement event. 

Cap & gowns: 

Pre-order is necessary. Caps, gowns, and tassels may be shipped or picked up the week of Commencement. More details soon.

Saturday, May 16: Day-of Instructions 

  • Seniors should check-in at the tent behind the Mullins beginning at 11:30 am 

  • Arrive no later than 12:45 p.m. 

  • Wear your cap and gown—tassel should be on the left side (degrees conferred earlier on Friday) 

  • At check-in, you will receive your personalized Tassel registration card. Do not lose this as you will need it to cross the stage and have your name read.

  • There will be a “Help Desk” onsite until 12:45pm to assist those missed the registration deadline or are running into difficulties

  • You will be going through Mullins security. Do not bring any personal belongings beyond your cell phone. We will have water available. 

  • Once inside, you should proceed straight to the Mullins Center floor and be seated with your classmates by major. 

Crossing the stage: 

  • When it is time to cross the stage, your major will be instructed to rise.

  • Before going on stage you will have you photo taken and be handed a commemorative medal to wear.

  • When is it your turn, your Tassel QR code will be scanned and you will proceed toward the dean/department head who will offer to shake your hand.

  • Next, just depart that stage via center stairs where you will be greeted by awaiting department faculty, handed a small gift, and then directed back to your seat.