CSE Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony

Graduates celebrating with streamers and throwing caps

 

Class of 2024: Relive your big day

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Commencement photos

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Ceremony Program

View and download the full 2024 CSE Undergraduate Commencement Program with list of graduates.


 

Frequently asked questions about the ceremony

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Who is eligible to participate in the May 15, 2025 commencement ceremony?

You are eligible to participate if your degree was awarded in the University of Minnesota Twin Cities College of Science and Engineering during one of the following semesters:

Summer 2024
Fall 2024

You may also participate if you are a University of Minnesota Twin Cities College of Science and Engineering student and your Expected Graduation Term (EGT) in MyU is:

Spring 2025
May/Summer 2025
Fall 2025

When does registration open and close?

Participant registration opens December and closes mid-April each year.

How do I register for the commencement ceremony?

Beginning in December, all eligible students receive an email from [email protected] with details on how to register. We use a registration system through a company called MarchingOrder. You must register if you wish to participate in the ceremony.

Is registering for the commencement ceremony the same as applying for my degree?

No, they are different processes. The application for degree is automatically done based on the Expected Graduation Term (EGT) noted in your MyU account. For this reason, it is very important that your EGT is correct. If your EGT is incorrect, please send an email to [email protected] with your correct EGT so it can be updated. Participation in the commencement ceremony is not automatic so you must register if you wish to participate.

If I participate in my major’s departmental recognition celebration am I automatically registered for the commencement ceremony?

No, the departmental events are separate from the collegewide commencement ceremony.

How do I find information about the departmental recognition celebration for my major?

Contact your department directly for more information.

Can I wait to decide if I want to participate until the day of the ceremony?

No, students who wish to participate must register by the deadline, which is in mid-April each year.

How long is the ceremony?

Historically the entire ceremony takes approximately 2.5 hours.

Which major will I sit with if I will be receiving multiple CSE degrees?

You can sit among the degree program of your choosing and will walk across the stage with that degree. You will only cross the stage once, but your commencement slide displayed on the big screen to guests will note all the CSE degrees being awarded along with collegiate and Latin honors.

Will guests who are unable to attend the ceremony be able to watch it remotely?

Yes, a link to the live webcast will be added to the CSE Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony web page.  A link for the recording of the ceremony will also be added to this web page about a week after the ceremony.

Do I need to wear cap and gown if I participate in the ceremony?

Although we don’t require participants to wear regalia it is strongly encouraged. Regalia and other graduation related items can be purchased through the UMN Bookstores. The Bookstores will also host GradFest in March which will have information on graduation services and products.

Are we allowed to decorate our graduation cap?

Absolutely! Be creative, but keep it family-friendly!

Will there be a professional photographer at the event?

Yes, we use a company named GradImages. The photographers will photograph graduates three times: as they wait to ascend the stage; on stage with the Dean as they are receiving their diploma; and also after descending the stage. The photographers will also take candid photos of graduates as they line up to process into the arena and throughout the duration of the ceremony. 

Visit the GradImages website for more information.

Who do I contact if I have questions about the ceremony?

You can email us at [email protected], or call us 612-624-2890. You can also stop by our office at 207 Church Street, Lind Hall 105. Our office hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Commencement questions?

For questions on commencement-related issues, contact [email protected].

Graduate commencement

Learn more the commencement ceremony for master's and Ph.D. students on the Arts, Sciences, and Engineering Graduate Student Commencement page.