Faculty - Show your colors
Commencement is about celebrating the hard work and achievements of our students. While the candidates will be excited to see the faces of their friends and family, they will be equally thrilled to see you, providing the support and encouragement that has culminated in this day. You have shared with them your time, your knowledge, your guidance and your wisdom.
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Assembly
On Saturday, May 24, candidates and faculty should assemble by 9:15 a.m. Commencement staff will assist with questions and directions.
Caps & Gowns
Academic regalia may be purchased or rented through the University Cap and Gown Co., (978) 686-4566. To order your cap and gown through the mail, please download this form.
You may also purchase or rent your Regalia when University Cap and Gown Co. visits
campus on the following dates:
April 15, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., Commencement Fair, Granite State Room in the MUB
May 19-22, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. (until 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 21), Elliott Alumni Center
May 23, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Elliott Alumni Center
Parking
Faculty Parking is available in Lot D (Elliott Alumni Center).
On Commencement day, the traffic in and around Durham is extremely heavy. Please plan to arrive in Durham no later than 8:15 am to ensure that you are at Memorial Field for the start of the procession.