Untitled Document Commencement Ceremony Commencement is a formal event that provides public recognition of your academic achievement. The Ceremony will last approximately two hours.
Participants are to remain in the hall for the duration of the program.
Although celebration by graduates and guests is appropriate, air horns, balloons, screaming, banners, etc. are not. At the Presentation of Degrees, so that each graduate's name may be heard, please ask your guests to refrain from prolonged expressions of joy when your name is read. Remain quiet and dignified during the Ceremony. Bottles, cups, or cans will not be allowed in the processional or into the arena. Those with alcoholic beverages are subject to removal from the Procession and the Ceremony.