Upcoming events

ML Seminar: Beyond Adam: What Optimization Can Help Large Foundation Models

Beyond Adam: What Optimization Can Help Large Foundation Models

2024 CS&E Graduate Student Graduation Event

RSVP Link
Friday, April 26, 9 - 11 a.m.
University Recreation and Wellness Center - Beacon Room

All graduating students from the Computer Science, Data Science, and Bioinformatics and Computational Biology graduate programs, as well as their families and friends are invited to join the Department of Computer Science & Engineering in celebrating their accomplishments. This is a casual event to mingle with other graduates, take photos, and listen to speakers.  There will be light snacks and beverages at the event. This does not include a ceremony where names will be read and a stage crossing takes place.

Dress for the event
Caps and gowns are optional. We recommend dressing nicely if you plan on attending without a cap and gown.

Parking options - UMN Parking website
We would recommend parking at any of the following locations:
- Washington Avenue Parking Ramp
- University Avenue Parking Ramp
- Oak Street Ramp
- Maroon lot in the TCF Bank Stadium

College/University Commencement

Master's and Doctoral Degree Student Commencement 
Friday, April 26, 2024 - 2 p.m.
3M Arena at Mariucci

Questions: asecommencement@umn.edu
Event website

The Arts, Sciences, and Engineering Graduate Commencement is hosted by the College of Liberal Arts (CLA) and the College of Science and Engineering (CSE).

CLA and CSE master’s, doctoral, and postbaccalaureate certificate students are invited to attend the spring 2024 commencement. Eligible students will receive an email in early February with instructions regarding how to register and participate in the ceremony.

2024 CS&E Undergraduate Student Graduation Event

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Thursday, May 9th, 9 - 11 a.m.
University Recreation and Wellness Center - Beacon Room

Graduating undergraduate students and some of their families and friends are invited to join the Department of Computer Science & Engineering in celebrating their accomplishments. This is a casual event to mingle with other graduates, take photos, and listen to speakers.  There will be light snacks and beverages at the event. This does not include a ceremony where names will be read and a stage crossing takes place. 

Dress for the event
Caps and gowns are optional. We recommend dressing nicely if you plan on attending without a cap and gown.

Parking options - UMN Parking website
We would recommend parking at any of the following locations:
- Washington Avenue Parking Ramp
- University Avenue Parking Ramp
- Oak Street Ramp
- Maroon lot in the TCF Bank Stadium

College/University Commencement

2024 College of Science & Engineering Undergraduate Commencement
Thursday, May 9, 2024
3M Arena at Mariucci
Noon - Doors open to graduates and guests
1 p.m. - Ceremony begins

Ceremony will also be streamed live.
Formal Invitation (pdf)

Questions: csecommencement@umn.edu
Event website

2024 College of Liberal Arts Undergraduate Commencement
Sunday, May 12, 2024
3M Arena at Mariucci

Two ceremonies (according to CLA major): 11 am and 4 pm. Details will be released early in the Spring 2024 semester (check the CLA event page below for updates).

Questions: clacommence@umn.edu
Event website
CLA Commencement FAQ Page

Graduate Programs Online Information Session

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During each session, the graduate staff will review:

  • Requirements (general)
  • Applying
  • Prerequisite requirements
  • What makes a strong applicant
  • Funding
  • Resources
  • Common questions
  • Questions from attendees

Students considering the following programs should attend:

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate application deadline for spring

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate application deadline for spring 2025 admission

Admission to the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate is open for both fall and spring.