The lineup area for University graduates is located between the Perozzi Fountain and the Sycamore Grove. Signs are posted along the walkway designating the location of each department. Faculty and staff members will assist in organizing the graduates in alphabetical order. You are to remain in this order until completion of the ceremony. Master's candidates must be fully robed and hooded before the procession begins.
Students are lined up according to school area, followed by department.
This is one of SOU's finest traditions, and we need your help to make things run smoothly. Immediately before the procession, staff members will ask that you step to the side of the walkway to allow room for the platform party and the faculty to march between you and your walking partner. After the last faculty member has passed, all graduates will begin the march to the bandshell. Our goal is to have everyone seated within 30 minutes. After you start marching, please do not stop to visit or take pictures with friends and family.