Commencement Day
A decision regarding May 2021 commencement ceremonies will be announced later in the semester as the current Covid-19 situation is assessed by the institution.
Fall 2020 live stream links can be found below:
Message from President Boyd to Fall 2020 Graduates
- Wednesday, November 18 at 3:00pm FOR GRADUATE SCHOOL CANDIDATES ONLY (LiveStream)
- Thursday, November 19 at 3:00pm (Livestream)
- Friday, November 20 at 3:00pm (Livestream)
- Saturday, November 21 at 11:00am (Livestream)
- Saturday, November 21 at 3:00pm (Livestream)
Parking
Please arrive early. This will allow plenty of time for you to park, walk to the arena, and pass through security.
Lots 10, 11 and 12 will be designated for Fall 2020 Commencement and will not be ticketed during commencement ceremonies.
Commencement Day Etiquette
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Report in a timely manner and bring your mask.
- Continue to wear mask throughout the ceremony.
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Locate your assigned seat.
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Follow the Marshal’s directions.
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Your tassel is on the right until degrees are conferred.
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Listen for directions to stand or to be seated.
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Respect your peers and others in attendance. This includes maintaining social distancing protocols at all times.
Arrival Time
Arrive on campus 45 minutes prior to ceremony.
Disability (Special Needs) Accommodations
If you are a person with a disability requiring accommodations for this event, please visit the Access for Commencement Ceremonies page through the Disability Resource Center.
Pictures
The University has arranged for a professional photographer, through GradImages, to be present at the ceremony and capture the moment for each family.
Complimentary proofs will be mailed to your home within one week. Be sure to update your addresses in your MyMocsNet account. Images will also be posted online at the photographer's website and should be available to view within 48 hours. Inexpensive, quality enlargements may be requested online or by mail, phone, or FAX. See contact information below. If you do not receive the proof in the mail within two weeks, you may wish to inquire directly. Graduates are under no obligation to order any enlargements.
Learn more at gradimages.com or call (800) 261-2576.
Other Questions
For other questions please review our Frequently Asked Questions page.