Under the direction of class presidents, who will serve as assistant marshals, candidates will form in columns of two's behind the markers designating their respective schools or colleges. Upon the signal from the University Marshal, the candidates will march to their assigned seats. At the direction of the dean of the college or school, the candidates rise, face the rostrum, and remain standing at attention. The dean presents the class to the president of the University. The president confers the degree.
Graduation is a joyous and special occasion.
It is a time for celebration and merriment. You are reminded, however, that Commencement is a formal University function. You are requested to maintain the order and solemnity of the proceedings. It is a courtesy we owe to each other and our guests. The Commencement Exercises will be concluded with a recessional.