Instructions for graduates

Please follow these instructions for the College of Science and Engineering Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony:

  • You must have your GradPass to cross the stage. You will receive an email with your GradPass on Tuesday, May 7. You can choose to download the GradPass to your phone, or if you wish to have your hands free to accept your diploma cover from the Dean, you can print your GradPass and hand it to the usher when it is your turn to cross the stage.  
  • Graduates are to  arrive at the 3M Arena at Mariucci at noon on Thursday, May 9. Graduates enter through the Sundet Lobby entrance on the southwest corner of the building at 1901 4th Street, proceed downstairs, and follow staff instructions. Guests should use the main entrance on the east side of the building.
  • Ensure you arrive dressed appropriately. Wear  your cap and gown with the tassel on the right. If you have an  honors cord,  Wear it  with the middle behind yourneck and the ends in front. Your graduation cap should beworn flat with  one point facing forward. Cap tassels should initially be  on the right side and moved to the left side when instructed during the ceremony. Unpack  your cap and gown beforehand to ensure all pieces are present and to remove any wrinkles.
  • Leave valuables at home or with family members. There will be no secure coat check area available. Please silence all electronic devices. 
  • Gather by your major’s sign for the procession into the arena.  Procession lines will form behind the designated r sign holder. 
  • If you are being recognized for multiple CSE degrees, choose one major for processing and crossing  the stage. Your GradPass allows only one crossing  but all of your CSE degrees will be displayed on arena monitors. 
  • Guests should enter the 3M Arena at Mariucci’s main entrance at 4 Oak Street withdoors opening at noon.  No tickets are required and ADA seating is available. Refer to 3M Arena at Mariucci policies for guest restrictions. 
  • The ceremony starts  promptly at 1 p.m. and concludes around 3:30 p.m. All attendees are expected to stay until the end.
  • Follow your major’s sign holder into the arena and proceed to your designated seating. Fill in all seats to ensure there are enough seats for all graduates, please fill in every seat leaving no empty chairs.
  • When your major is announced, ushers will cue you to stand and line up for stage crossing. Remember, your GradPass is required for crossing the stage. Scan it at the base of the stairs and wait for the usher’s cue to proceed. Exit the stage to the right. 
  • Additional restrooms and mirrors are located at the end of the Zamboni tunnel in the loading dock area. 
  • Guests should remain seated to facilitate the smooth flow of graduates during the ceremony.
  • After the ceremony, graduates will exit the arena after the stage participants but in no particular order. You can meet your guests in the lobby or on the plaza. You may want to designate a specific spot to meet.
  • Professional photographers from GradImages will be present  throughout the ceremony. Pre-register with GradImages for a 20% discount on photo purchases. Visit the GradImages pre-registration website to receive your 20% off coupon.
  • A livestream of the ceremony will be available online at [link here], and the recording will be accessible at on this website after May 27.  
  • Share your excitement on social media using #umncsegrad and #csegrad2024 on social media. Encourage family and friends to join in the celebration!

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Question?

If you have questions, contact the College of Science and Engineering Student Services office at [email protected].