Spring Commencement 2024 FAQ
When is Commencement?
Spring 2024 Commencement will be held on Friday, May 17, 2024 at 10am. Doors open at 8:30am / Doors close at 9:50am.
Where will Commencement be held?
The Commencement Ceremony will take place inside the William P. Hytche Arena.
Who can participate in the May 17, 2024 ceremony?
Approved Spring 2024 degree candidates can participate in the ceremony. All participants must be dressed in UMES official maroon and gray regalia. Order Regalia
Will there be a rehearsal?
Thursday, May 16, at 2 pm. Students should meet in the SSC Ballroom.
Do I need tickets for guests?
Yes, 5 tickets per candidate will be distributed. Each guest will need their ticket to get on campus and into the commencement venue.
When will cap and gown pictures be taken?
TBA
Why am I only allowed 5 tickets?
To ensure all graduates and guests are able to be seated, we will continue to allow 5 tickets per graduate.
What happens if my guest loses their ticket?
Due to health and safety regulations, anyone without a ticket will be denied entry into the ceremony
When will tickets be distributed?
Graduates can pick up tickets from the Enrollment Management and Student Experience (Student Affairs) office located in the Student Service Center Room 2169 each day from 12 pm until 4:00pm beginning May 13-16 until the day of Rehearsal. Tickets will be distributed after rehearsal from 2pm –5pm.
Where will my degree be mailed?
Please check Hawkeye and make sure you have your home address where you would like your degree mailed. Degrees will be mailed approximately four to six weeks following the Commencement ceremony.
