Sign up to Volunteer!

Sign up to volunteer for the Graduate School Commencement Ceremony!

Volunteers are critical to the success of this event designed to showcase the culture of excellence to our graduates, students, friends and family, and community members.

About the Ceremony

The Graduate School Commencement Ceremony is where Master’s and Certificate of Advanced Studies candidates will have their degrees awarded and Doctoral candidates are recognized.

The ceremony begins at 4 p.m. in the Alfond Arena on Friday, May 8, 2020 with doors opening at 3 p.m.

Volunteer Information

The role of volunteers at the ceremony is to:

• Provide guests with directions
• Hand out programs
• Assist guests with seating

A walk through of the Alfond will occur the week of May 4 to orient volunteers to the space and flow of the ceremony.

Will there be a practice run through?

A walkthrough of the Alfond will occur the week of May 4th to orient volunteers to the space and flow of the ceremony.

Where do I go on Friday, May 8th?

Please report to the Alfond by 2:45 pm unless your assignment indicates otherwise. You may park in the lots near the Alfond.

What do I wear?

Please try to wear a white top and black bottoms, if possible, and comfortable shoes! 

Will there be food?

Yes, we will have a reception following the ceremony which you are invited to attend.