Upcoming events

2026 CS&E Graduate Student Graduation Event

RSVP Link
Thursday, May 7, 9 - 11 a.m.
University Recreation and Wellness Center - Beacon Room

All graduating graduate students and 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 
Thursday, May 7th starting at 1 pm

3M Arena at Mariucci, University of Minnesota
1901 4th Street S.E., Minneapolis

Questions: [email protected]

2026 CS&E Undergraduate Student Graduation Event

RSVP Link
Thursday, May 14th, 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. Please see the information under "College Commencements" for more information on stage crossings.

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

2026 College of Science & Engineering Undergraduate Commencement

Thursday, May 14, 2026
1 p.m. - Ceremony begins
3M Arena at Mariucci, University of Minnesota
1901 4th Street S.E., Minneapolis

Questions: [email protected]

2026 College of Liberal Arts Undergraduate Commencement

Sunday, May 17, 2026
Two ceremonies (according to CLA major): 11 am and 4 pm

Questions: [email protected]

The University of Minnesota and the greater Twin Cities area hosts many activities related to data science in a wide variety of specializations. Visit the following sites for more information on these activities.